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  • Established

    1950. Guest ranch since 1966

  • Owner

    Tina Weber, Tori and Sean McGough

  • Manager

    Tori McGough

  • Tel

    307-733-4138

  • Nightly Rates (per adult)

    $360 - $500

  • Minimum Stay

    1 week

  • Maximum Guests

    40

  • Works with travel agents?

    No

  • Great For

    Romance, Action & adventure, Peace & quiet, Solitude, Diverse scenery

  • Memberships

    Dude Ranch Association, Wyoming Dude Ranchers Association, American Quarter Horse Association, American Paint Horse Association, Historical Society, Permittee Bridger - Teton National Forest, Concessionaire Grand Teton National Park, Equal Opportunity Service Provider, Trout Unlimited

Nestled on the banks of the Gros Ventre River with views of the Teton Range, this Jackson Hole dude ranch is not to be missed. During your stay, you’ll enjoy activities such as horseback riding, world class fly fishing, hiking, relaxing and more.

Accommodating only 40 guests per week, you will be treated like family at Gros Ventre River Ranch. Their meals are chef-prepared and delicious, and you can enjoy complimentary wine and beer in the bar area and relax on the porch to watch the sunset in the evenings.

The whole family will enjoy the main lodge, which has a beautiful living and dining room, as well as a game room with a pool table, foos ball and more. The historic cabins have a rustic feel, but have been remodeled to meet today’s standard of Western luxury and comfort.

Children at the Ranch

Great for children aged 0 and over

A guest ranch is the perfect place for youngsters. Your kids can fish with you at the ponds, get out the row boat or play on the dock, tube down the river, play in the main yard on the play set, start up a game of tetherball or soccer, ride a mountain bike around the ranch, climb the small-scaled boulders on the ranch and play pool or ping-pong in the recreation room!

While group horseback trail rides are limited to ages seven and up, children 3-6 years old are welcome to explore the ranch on horseback, led by their parent and a wrangler on foot.

Kids find that their imagination is very active out in the open and often end up having the most fun!

Activities

hiking, outdoor play area, cookouts

Games

ping pong, pool table

Riding based activities

pony rides, trail riding

Ranch History

Previously run as a hunting camp in the early 1950s, the property was purchased in 1958 by Roy and Becky Chambers. They restored the camp and opened the Flying V Guest Ranch in 1966. After 20 years in operation, Roy and Becky sold to the late Karl Weber and his wife Tina, who continued with the tradition of guest ranching, opening the Gros Ventre River Ranch in 1987.

In 1925, the ranch had a brush with disaster when a nearby mountain collapsed in a massive landslide. The town of Kelly, downriver from the Ranch, was nearly wiped out and even Jackson, 18 miles distant, had knee-deep mud in the streets. The slide formed a dam across the Gros Ventre River, creating Slide Lake. The slide path is still easily recognizable today at the eastern ridge of the ranch.

The Gros Ventre River Ranch continues to remain in the family. Along with Tina, daughter Tori and son-in-law Sean McGough handle the daily operations.They pride themselves in maintaining the wonderful traditions of the Western culture and sharing the love for the ranching lifestyle with guests, and preserving the history of the Gros Ventre River Ranch helps them do just that!

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  • Enjoy

    Gourmet, Ranch-style

  • Meals served

    family style, buffet style, everyone eats together, scheduled meals

  • Alcohol

    BYOB, wine provided with dinner

  • Enjoy dining in

    nature settings, patio, dining room (casual attire)

  • Dietary restrictions catered for

    lactose intolerant, vegans, vegetarians, other

At this Jackson Hole Dude Ranch, dining is serious business! One evening they’ll be fixin’ a casual gourmet meal in the main lodge dining room with Bananas Foster for dessert. Another evening they’ll dine outdoors in the open yard enjoying a Western BBQ complete with a cowboy singer around the campfire.

Breakfast is hot and made to order. For those short on time, there’s always a buffet with assorted cereals, homemade pastries and fresh fruits. A favorite lunch is the hamburger BBQ picnic on a nearby butte reachable via horseback. If you can’t wait for the next meal, dive into the bottomless cookie jar, always stocked with hot out-of-the-oven favorites.

If you mention a tie at any of the meals, it had better be in reference to fly fishing! While the sit-down dinners can be described as fine dining, the dress code is anything but formal. Jeans and boots go well with rack of lamb, elk tenderloin and grilled salmon!

Guest Favourites

  • Hamburger BBQ picnic
  • Homemade cookies

Sample Menu

  • Appetizers

  • Mixed Green Salad with Gouda and Triple Citrus Vinaigrette

  • Entrées

  • Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Smashed Red Bliss Potatoes, Grilled French Beans and Port Wine Sauce
  • Pan Seared Salmon with Tomatillo Scallion Lime Emulsion, Served with Sweet Potato Mash and Garlic Truffle Broccolini

  • Desserts

  • Heavenly Homemade Tiramisu
  • Cheesecake with Orange Honey Mint Sauce

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  • Address

    PO Box 151
    Moose
    Wyoming
    83012
    USA

  • Remote Location

    Yes

  • Elevation

    7000 ft

Nearest Town - Jackson

Jackson has a population of 9500 (approx), and is situated 18 miles / 30 mins from the Ranch.

Facilities in Jackson include: grocery store, pharmacy, church, school, post office, medical clinic, hospital, bank, atm, gas station, museum.

For shopping Jackson offers: small hometown necessity shops, boutique shops, western wear.

Rental car

Required

Nearest Airports

Jackson Hole Airport (JAC), Jackson Hole

Distance

12 miles / 15 mins

Airlines

Delta, United, American

Ranch shuttle

$25

Private Air Travel

Nearest location(s)

Jackson Hole Airport

Travel by

Airplane

Distance

12 miles

Ranch shuttle

$25

Lowdown

  • Type of Riding

    Western Riding

  • Riding opportunities for

    Beginner, Intermediate, Experienced

  • Rides are grouped by

    Ability, Pace of Ride, Rides tailored to guest requests, Families ride together

  • Max riders per ride

    8

  • Wranglers per ride

    1

  • Pace of ride

    Walk, Trot, Lope

  • Guest Horses

    100

  • Horse Types

    Quarterhorse, Draft Cross, Paints, Other, Geldings, Mares

  • Hours in the saddle

    Morning - 3 hours
    Afternoon - 3 hours

Our Riding

Weight limit for riding

225-250 lbs

Riding considerations

no riding experience needed, We consider height and athletic ability as well as a guest's weight

Why our riding stands out

  • Advanced Rides- Our guests have the opportunity to lope beginning Tuesday afternoons.
  • Terrain we ride- We have been granted permits from Grand Teton National Park, Bridger Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge to ride on their land. This makes our rides much more expansive than if we were limited to land owned by our ranch.
  • Our guests are assigned a horse for their entire week with us to promote bonding. Because we own all of our horses, many of our returner guests will ride the same horse year after year!

Arena Work

Type

outdoor arena

Activities

penning, sorting

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  • Nightly Rates (per adult)

    $360 - $500

  • Minimum Stay

    1 week

  • Preferred Arrival Day

    Sun

  • Preferred Departure Day

    Sun

Gros Ventre River Ranch can cater for up to 40 guests. Accommodation includes Cabins, Lodges and Houses. See below for details and indicative rates.

Cabin | Log Cabins

Rates (Per Person)

$260 - $295

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Description

Each historic log cabin has a small, shared deck with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the Teton Range to the west. The cabins can be rented in whole, or in part and come in either configuration of one king or two twin-size beds, each with its own private bathroom. Equipped with a CD/clock radio, hair dryer, portable food/drink cooler, electric blankets, coffee maker and amenity basket.

Rooms

4

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Amenities

safe, fridge, hair dryer, seating area, Handicapped Accessible

Lodge | Premium Lodge Room

Rates (Per Person)

$334 - $380

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Description

The spacious Premium Lodge Room is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom log lodge with a private deck and views of the magnificent Teton Range. Twin beds which can easily be converted into a comfortable king bed. The lodge is decorated in a wonderful Western style, with handmade log furniture, feather comforters on the beds, high ceilings with ceiling fans and baseboard heating.

Rooms

4

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Amenities

safe, fridge, seating area, wood fireplace, washer / dryer

Lodge | Deluxe Lodge King Suite

Rates (Per Person)

$361 - $410

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Description

The spacious Deluxe Lodge King Suite is a one-bedroom, one-bath accommodation with private decks, a living room and views of the Teton Mountain range. The living room is equipped with a kitchenette, wood burning stove and washer/dryer. The lodge is decorated in a wonderful Western style, with handmade log furniture, a feather comforter on the bed, high ceilings with ceiling fans and baseboard heating.

Rooms

4

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Amenities

safe, fridge, microwave, hair dryer, seating area, wood fireplace, washer / dryer

House | Homestead Premium Suite

Rates (Per Person)

$334 - $380

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Description

The Homestead Premium Suite is the second largest bedroom in Homestead House. It is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom log accommodation with a private deck and views of the magnificent Teton Range. This room is equipped with two twin beds, which can easily be converted into a king bed and the room is decorated in a wonderful Western style, complete with a wood burning stove, handmade log furniture, feather comforters on the beds, high ceilings with ceiling fans and baseboard heating.

Rooms

1

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Amenities

safe, fridge, hair dryer, seating area, wood fireplace

House | Homestead Deluxe Suite

Rates (Per Person)

$361 - $410

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Description

The Homestead Deluxe Suite is the master bedroom in Homestead House. It is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom log accommodation with a private deck, a large living area equipped with a kitchenette and a wood burning fireplace and views of the Teton Mountain Range. This room is decorated in a wonderful Western style, with handmade log furniture, a feather comforter on the bed, and high ceilings with ceiling fans and baseboard heating.

Rooms

1

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Amenities

safe, fridge, microwave, hair dryer, seating area, wood fireplace

House | Homestead Standard Room

Rates (Per Person)

$260 - $295

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Description

The Homestead Standard Room is a quaint one-bedroom, one-bathroom accommodation with a small private deck that looks out on Aspen groves and large Pine trees. This room is equipped with two twin beds, which can easily to converted into a comfortable king bed. It is decorated in a wonderful Western style, with handmade log furniture, feather comforters on the beds, and baseboard heating to keep you cozy on cool nights.

Rooms

1

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Amenities

safe, fridge, hair dryer

Cabin | Log Cabin

Rates (Per Person)

$260 - $295

Minimum Stay

No minimum

Description

Each historic log cabin has a small, shared deck with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the Teton Range to the west. The cabins can be rented in whole, or in part and come in either configuration of one king or two twin-size beds, each with its own private bathroom. Equipped with a CD/clock radio, hair dryer, portable food/drink cooler, electric blankets, coffee maker and amenity basket.

Rooms

4

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Amenities

safe, fridge, hair dryer, seating area, Handicapped Accessible

Booking Policy

We require a deposit of 75% of the reservation costs of your stay with us. For parties with 8 or more people, we require a 75% deposit to confirm your stay, followed by the remaining 25% of your reservation costs due 60 days prior to your arrival.

Included in your stay

meals, activities, lodging, Riding, Fly-fishing, hiking, swimming

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  • You can borrow

    Cowboy hats, Cowboy boots, Riding helmets, Saddle bags, Rain coats

Onsite

Outdoor Activities

mountain biking

Water based Activities

river floating, Small pond

Fishing & Wildlife

Fishing on offer

spin, fly, river, stocked pond, equipment available, guided inclusive, unguided, instruction available

Local Attractions

Jackson, WY

Visit the quaint Western town of Jackson! Perhaps catch the rodeo.

Distance

18 miles / 30 mins

Rental car

Required

Grand Teton National Park

This gorgeous National Park allows visitors to see the Teton Range up close and explore it via endless hiking opportunities.

Distance

10 miles / 30 mins

Rental car

Required

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone is famous for its geological wonders, such as geysers, prism pools, bubbling mud springs, canyons, and most notably Old Faithful!

Distance

60 miles / 1 hour 30 mins

Rental car

Required

Top50 says

Highs

  • The scenery is breathtaking: Located in the Grand Teton National Park, you can see the spectacular Tetons from the deck of the main lodge and the Gros Ventre River runs right through the property
  • The ranch takes time gathering information from you about your horse riding skills prior to your stay, ensuring you are matched to the perfect horse for your age and ability
  • There is fantastic fishing on the Gros Ventre River
  • The staff and wranglers will go out of their way to make you and the family feel right at home

Lows

  • You basically won't want to leave!
  • Activities such as whitewater rafting, paddle boarding, the Jackson Hole Rodeo etc cost extra, so bring that extra cash if you want to try them out

Visitor Reviews

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Trip of a lifetime

Attending a Guest Ranch has been on my bucket list for years. The Gros Ventre River Ranch far exceeded my expectations and afforded my husband and myself the trip of a lifetime. Amazing ranch, delicious food, trusted horses, fun and helpful staff, choices of activities and gorgeous vistas made for a memorable time. If you have a Guest Ranch vacation on your bucket list, we highly recommend the Gros Ventre River Ranch.

5 stars

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