Rich's Montana Guest Ranch

A new lodge and numerous cabins were built in 1995 and are set amongst the trees overlooking the ranch meadows and horse pastures - all with a backdrop of majestic mountains.

You will stay in one of 4 duplex cedar log cabins with private bath and western decor or the Heritage Lodge, a 4 bedroom & 4 bath log lodge that is well suited for large families and groups. All of the guest rooms are well-appointed, blending modern conveniences with country charm.

Hearty buffet-style meals are served at the main lodge - including outdoor BBQ's on the lawn. A well-planned and healthy balanced menu is designed to appeal to a variety of tastes and appetites. You won't leave the table hungry!  Between meals snacks - including fresh fruits and vegetables - are always available. 

In addition to your accommodation there is a choice of activities during the course of the week. There are a wide variety of adventure horseback rides along with other activities for you to enjoy one of which includes an overnight camp out.

There is also some excellent fly-fishing to enjoy for beginner to advanced fishermen in lakes, mountain streams and the Big Blackfoot River. There is also a trout pond on the ranch. Swimming is available in the lake and the ranch has a hot tub to relax in.

The most poular ranch package is the Deluxe Vacation which includes full choice and flexibility to ride as often as you wish including all day rides and arena lessons.  It also includes all meals, use of the ranch amenities and the option of participating in any of the planned guided activities throughout the week. 

The riding stock at Rich's Guest Ranch is held in high regard whether you are on a ranch stay or one of their excellent pack trips into the "Bob" as its known. Mules carry all the equipment for these multi-day trips, the steep and narrow trails means walking the horse is the safe way to get to the top.

Riding experience is not required as the ranch offer horsemanship lessons and will allocate a suitable horse to your abilities. These will almost certainly improve during the week as you discover the beautiful countryside around the ranch. Where safe, trotting and loping may be possible.

A selection of pack trips are offered but they will also tailormake a trip for a group.  Max group 10. 2019 price : £367.00pp/day-adult

#1: NORTH FORK FALLS PHOTO TRIP    June 10  x 4 Days    A chance for those with limited time to travel into the Scapegoat addition of the Bob Marshall Wilderness and see the spectacular North Fork water falls. Witness the change from spring to summer in the Rocky Mountains.
#2: NORTH FORK FALLS PHOTO TRIP   June 17  x 4 Days    A chance for those with limited time to travel into the Scapegoat addition of the Bob Marshall Wilderness and see the spectacular North Fork water falls. Witness the change from spring to summer in the Rocky Mountains.
#3: DAHAHER MEADOWS SPRING ADVENTURE TRIP   June 24  x 6 Days   This remote mountain valley was homesteaded by the Danaher Family in 1900. After 15 years of ranching this isolated mountain hideaway, the family sold it back to the government. It is once again part of the wilderness and an excellent area to enjoy lush green meadows and an abundance of wildflowers.
#4: YOUNG'S CREEK / ALPINE LAKES  July 5  x 4 Days  Come join us on a progressive trip down Youngs Creek to the Hole-in-the-Wall Canyon and back out through the picturesque Marshall Creek avalanche meadows. Great fishing and awesome scenery.
#5: HEARTLAND LOOP TRIP  July 9  x 7 Days    This is an excellent opportunity for you to enjoy high-quality fishing for native cutthroat trout availablen the upper Southfork Flathead River and it’s tributaries. See the Rocky Mountain wildflowers in full bloom on this trip.
#6: YOUNG'S CREEK / ALPINE LAKES  July 17 - x 4 Days  Come join us on a progressive trip down Young's Creek to the Hole in the Wall canyon. Great fishing and awesome scenery.
#7: HEARTLAND LOOP TRIP  July 22 x 8 Days  It's time to get away and do something for yourself. This trip takes a leisurely pace exploring and enjoying each campsite as we travel along. Again there is great fishing, hiking, and sightseeing opportunities for everyone.
#8: HEARTLAND LOOP TRIP   August 5  x 8 Days  Our 8-day trips offer the best opportunity to enjoy fishing, riding, or relaxing in camp along the upper Southfork Flathead River.
#9: YOUNG'S CREEK / ALPINE LAKES  August 14  x 4 Days   Come join us on a progressive trip down Young's Creek to the Hole in the Wall canyon. Great fishing and awesome scenery.
#10: SOUTHFORK HEADWATERS FISHING TRIP  August 19  x 7 Days   The dog days of summer offer us some of the West's finest fishing for cutthroat trout. This is the final trip of the season to the main river.
#11: ALPINE LAKE BASE CAMP PHOTO & FISHING TRIP    September 1  x 5 Days  From our base camp in Leota Park on Youngs Creek you have access to several quality alpine lakes and mountain streams. And a ride up to Crimson Peak will make life-long memeories.
#12: WILDERNESS BASE CAMP PHOTO & FISHING TRIP September 7   x 5 Days   Leota Park makes a perfect setting to capture on film the vibrant colors as summer turns to fall in the alpine basins of the Rocky Mountains.

NOTES:Minimum age for horseback riding is 6 years. The insurance prohibits pregnant women from riding.

While riding is the primary activity at the Rich Ranch, fishing  comes a close second. If you stay at the ranch, you can test your skill on cutthroats, rainbows and brown trout in the legendary waters of the Big Blackfoot River. 

There is also opportunity to enjoy a combination horse back/fishing day ride to one of the more remote mountain streams and lakes or there are a number of trout ponds on the properrty

Also on offer are progressive pack trips through the 1.5 million acre Bob Marshall Wilderness which  is considered by many to be the crown jewel of America’s wilderness system. Trips will vary in length from 5 to 10 days.

You ride horseback and all camp gear is packed on mules. You will  generally move camp every other day and lay over on the days in between to ride, fish, explore, relax and enjoy camp life.