Summer Dude Ranch
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| Our summer dude ranch is a great family vacation spot! |
Broken Arrow Lodge is One of
Montana's Great Family Vacation Spots!
We know you're coming to our summer dude ranch for the horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains but that's no reason not to mention the fly fishing, float trips, scenic rides, hiking, wildlife viewing, basketball, late night campfires, horseshoes, and more! There are also many other great family vacation spots near our summer dude ranch such as the historical mining town of Virginia City, Robbers Roost, Lewis and Clark Caverns, Bannack State Park, and of course, Yellowstone National Park.
Our summer dude ranch's location in southwest Montana makes it one of the best great family vacations spots in the country. We offer some of the finest horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains in moderate, yet mountainous terrain spanning 20 square miles that is half forested and half open country. We ride in two parallel mountain ranges with incredible views and an abundance of wildlife.
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| Young and old enjoy our vacation dude ranch and horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains. |
Vacation Dude Ranch
Horseback Riding in the Rocky Mountains
Our vacation dude ranch offers custom trail rides for horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains. You may choose hourly or daily rides, or Montana pack trips including overnight camping. All trail rides are fully guided and designed to accommodate all levels of riders. We can ride directly from our Montana mountain lodge or trailer a short distance for a wider variety of areas to ride. At our vacation dude ranch, we have 18 horses and 8 mules available for riding in western saddles. You'll most likely ride a quarter horse, but we also have a couple Morgans and one big Draft Cross.
To make your summer dude ranch family vacation more enjoyable, we take the time to fit you to your horse, your tack, the area conditions, and the length of time you'll be in the saddle. We provide horseback riding instructions if you're new to riding or need a little assistance. We make sure you are acquainted and comfortable with your horse before taking you horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains for the vacation of your life.
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| Dude ranch family vacations include horseback riding and much more. |
Dude Ranch Family Vacations
Our dude ranch vacations offer more than just horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains. We also include unguided fishing, hiking, and scenic auto tours in all our dude ranch vacation packages. You may fish our private pond or enjoy private access to the Ruby River. We require a minimum of two adults for hiking or scenic auto tours and reservations are recommended. Pack trips are also available with advance reservation and additional fee.
3-Day Dude Ranch Vacation
Spend 2 fun-filled days with us horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains. This vacation package also includes 3 nights at our Montana mountain lodge and 3 home-cooked meals a day. This package is available twice a week:
- Arrive Sunday at noon; Depart Wednesday at noon
- Arrive Wednesday at noon; Depart Saturday at noon
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| Our summer dude ranch is fun for the whole family. |
6-Day Dude Ranch Vacation
Spend 5 fun-filled days with us horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains. This vacation package also includes 6 nights at our Montana mountain lodge and 3 home-cooked meals a day. You arrive Sunday at noon and depart Saturday at noon.
Deluxe Dude Ranch Family Vacation
Enjoy a fun-filled week of adventure during a deluxe dude ranch family vacation horseback riding, fishing, hiking, eating at cookouts, and visiting historical Nevada and Virginia Cities (two of Montana's great family vacation spots). You won't forget this dude ranch vacation!
Itinerary:
Sunday
You arrive Sunday afternoon around 2:00 PM. This is a great time to get acquainted with the other guests, your hosts Erwin and Sherry Clark, and all the rest of us at our summer dude ranch. We will fit you to a horse and saddle assigned just for you during entire week of your dude ranch family vacation. After a country-style dinner, you will be taken on a sunset horseback ride from our Montana mountain lodge.
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| What's cookin'? Vacation dude ranch cook is under close supervision by a pack horse! |
Monday
After a hearty breakfast, we'll take you fishing at our private trout pond and on the Ruby River. This is a great opportunity to learn to fish or for you experts to get in some quality fly fishing. After lunch, we'll take you for a half-day of horseback riding in the Gravelly Mountain Range of the Rocky Mountains. After dinner you can swap stories with other guests around the campfire while roasting marshmallows for s'mores.
Tuesday
Today you'll be floating the famous Madison River and we'll serve a barbecue lunch near the river. You'll have another opportunity to practice your fly fishing on this trip.
Wednesday
Dude ranch family vacations wouldn't be complete without our special horseback riding trip to view wildlife such as elk, deer, moose, and antelope. This is your cue to bring your camera! We ride from our Montana mountain lodge nine miles out and back.
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| Virginia City gives you a taste of the Old West! |
Thursday
This is the day we visit two of Montana's great family vacation spots. Our summer dude ranch is close enough to visit both Nevada City and Virginia City. First we'll tour the museum in Nevada City and have lunch at one of the restaurants. Then we'll take a train ride to the old mining town of Virginia City. We'll take a tour in a classic 1941 enclosed fire engine with a guide narrating the town's history. Afterward, we'll enjoy dinner dinner at the Alder Steak House which is well known for great steaks, large portions, good food, and karaoke. We'll be entertained by the Virginia City Players at the theater before heading back home.
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| We do take breaks from all the fun you're having on your dude ranch vacation! |
Friday
Now we're ready for the all-day horseback ride to the beautiful mountains of the Upper Ruby Valley. You may also take a hike on Black Butte while we're in the area which offers scenic views of the Teton Mountains.
Saturday
Oh darn! Your dude ranch family vacation is over after breakfast. Please come again next year!
- 3-Day Vacation Dude Ranch Package (2 days riding)
- 6-Day Vacation Dude Ranch Package (5 days riding)
- Deluxe Vacation Dude Ranch Package (Do it all!)
Dude Ranch Rates and Itineraries
Erwin & Sherry Clark
Broken Arrow Lodge & Outfitters
1-800-775-2928 or 406-842-5437
P.O. Box 177, Alder MT 59710
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Erwin & Sherry Clark
Broken Arrow Lodge
and Outfitters
P.O. Box 177
Alder, MT 59710
(800) 775-2928 toll-free
(406) 842-5437 local
Contact Erwin or Sherry
