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Permittee Bridger Teton National Forest. Equal opportunity provider
The Ranch
The Far West
Whatever your dream of the West, it’s real here at the Spotted Horse Ranch. The valley cradling the Hoback River has been cultivated by working ranchers for generations. As times changed, the simple log homes and rustic barns gave way to guest ranches for the "dudes" who came up from the cities. Fresh air, unspoiled natural surroundings, and the feeling that time is suspended were in demand then and still in ample supply.
Memorable
The experience of ranch life at the Spotted Horse is a dramatic departure from the way most people spend their day. The pace is leisurely, with hearty home-cooked meals served in the lodge dining room. Explore the wilderness surrounding the ranch through a float trip, horseback ride, overnight trip or a hike. The quaint saloon hasn’t changed much in 40 years and is located in the main lodge along with a pool table and great room. Indoors or out, the Spotted Horse is an idyllic island of peace and quiet in a busy world.
Welcome
After the cookout, the grill cools down and the campfire heats up. Some guest compare stories about their stay as others amble back across the river, eyeing the hot tub and thinking of a late night soak. Some chat with the ranch hands, comfortable with everything they have experienced. Although their stay is nearly over, the memories are just beginning. The Spotted Horse Ranch is what the West is all about. This guest ranch is an outpost of unpretentious comfort in the center of spectacular mountain country.
Staying
Jackson Hole attracts visitors from around the world with legendary skiing and winter adventure and hundreds of thousands of acres of spectacular back country to discover in all seasons. The Town of Jackson hosts galleries, shops, museums, and restaurants that offer a wide variety of experiences – from barbecue to haute cuisine, and from western art to contemporary, it’s alive in Jackson. Two national parks, Grand Teton and Yellowstone, draw several million people a year to take in the amazing array of geographic features, geysers, and wildlife.
Summer Ranch
 Trail Rides
The Spotted Horse Ranch is home for the famous Appaloosa Horse. Bred originally by the Nez Perce Indians, the Appaloosa was found to show incredible endurance and stamina in Rocky Mountain terrain. Come ride with us and experience the thousands of acres of scenic forest lands surrounding the ranch. We ride under permit from the Forest Service. Endless trails will take you through majestic mountains, valleys of wildflowers, and along river banks accessible only by horseback. Excellent guides can help you in selecting the perfect horse for your ability. Don't forget your camera!
Trout Fishing
If you like to fish, you couldn't pick a finer location than the Spotted Horse Ranch. Fish along the banks of the Hoback, only steps away from your cabin, also practice in our trout pond or take a float trip down the Snake, Hoback, Salt, New Fork or Green River for a full day's adventure. Whether you are a novice or an expert, our experienced guides can help you bring in the big one. A free casting lesson is held on Monday afternoons.
Pack Trips
For Spotted Horse Ranch guests wanting to get a taste of the wilderness surrounding the ranch, overnight pack trips are available. All equipment, guides and horses are provided.
Hunting
In the fall, the Spotted Horse Ranch becomes your base for hunting trips into the Bridger-Teton National forest. Two wilderness hunting camps are available for hunters looking for elk, deer and moose (Wyoming Outfitter: Big Game Kevin Watkins, License #012). Please call for permit information.
Other Ranch Activities
We have two evening cookouts each week during the summer. Our evening cookouts include live entertainment from local talent reminiscent of days gone by when voices were lifted in song around the campfire. Nothing smells better than steaks grilling in the evening followed by roasting marshmallows over an open fire. Be prepared to eat a hearty meal. Thursday is Scenic Float trip day on the Snake River. You can enjoy a quiet scenic float down the Snake River, or a whitewater trip can be arranged for the more wild adventurer. Volleyball, ping-pong, square dancing and horseshoes are available as well.
Nearby Attractions
Both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are less than an hour away from the ranch. The town of Jackson offers an array of activities ranging from stagecoach rides and rodeos to live theater and night spots. for the shopper, Jackson hosts over 30 galleries, historical museums, and a variety of specialty shops. Jackson has two exquisite golf courses with Teton views, so don't forget your golf clubs.
Fly Fishing
The runoff from nearly 400 inches of snow each winter provides Jackson Hole with some of the best streams and rivers for spawning and growing trout. Snake River Fine-Spotted Cutthroat, Rainbow, and Brown Trout thrive in the cool waters. Vigorous and hungry, they offer virtually every level of flycaster a satisfying experience. One of our concessions to progress is a new spring-fed pond with its very own Cutthroat population to help anglers build confidence and improve casting skills. From there you can work your way to fishing the Hoback and Willow Creek here on the Ranch. Or, take a guided fishing trip on the Snake or Green River. A free casting lesson is offered on Monday afternoons.
Accommodations
The atmosphere at the Spotted Horse Ranch is relaxed and casual. Our individual cabins are of log construction with the modern conveniences of home. Spacious comfortable rooms with private baths are all attractively furnished in a decor benefiting the true spirit of the West.
The main lodge includes a dining room overlooking the Hoback River, a spacious livingroom with a beautiful rock fireplace and lounge. Other main features include a sauna, whirlpool, video library, and laundry facility.
Fine Dining
Enjoy three home cooked family style meals each day during your stay. Our motto is "Quality and Quantity" and many of our repeat guests return simply to relax and enjoy the excellent cuisine. Any special diets can be catered to with advance notice.
The Ranch Plan
Your stay at the Spotted Horse Ranch is all inclusive. Three meals per day served family style, daily horseback rides (except Thursdays), scenic float trips, and all ranch activities included in your rate.
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