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Lauren, our full-time pastry chef, spends an extensive amount of time at the ranch making sure our guests have the most delicious muffins, scones, desserts, and bread- all made from scratch! From 6 am until dinner, she is in the bakery of our kitchen making sure everything is perfect and fitting to the taste of our guests. One of the most appreciated aspects of our kitchen at Red Horse Mountain Ranch is that we cater to all food preferences, whether it is gluten or diary free, vegetarian, or individual allergies, Lauren can bake an exceptional dessert, bread, or whatever is [...]

At Red Horse Mountain Ranch, one of the biggest reasons why this place is so amazing is the wonderful staff. Whether it is the returning staff or the lucky employees that get a chance to spend a summer here, it is always an atmosphere that speaks family. For the guests who have been here for one season or several, the staff has proven to be one of the main reasons they return. Brenda Kalkauski, one of our head housekeepers and servers, has been here for 17 years. For the first time this summer, her one-year-old granddaughter had the chance to [...]

  If you aren't familiar with northern Idaho, or if you haven't yet had the chance to visit Red Horse Mountain Dude Ranch, then you might not know about the amazing wildlife up here. Red Horse is surrounded by the Coeur d' Alene National Forest. One of three forests that comprise the Idaho Panhandle National Forest, the CDA National Forest is 726, 362 acres, and we are lucky enough to be located here! Near Harrison, Idaho, we get the chance to see an abundance of animals, and it's always fun when our guests get the opportunity to see them too! [...]

What do you expect from a dude ranch vacation? Family ranch vacations are definitely about the riding and taking a unique trip beyond the typical beach or cruise vacation, but Red Horse offers much more than riding! Here at Red Horse Mountain Ranch our Challenge Course and Mega Zip offer an amazing experience that people inquiring about ranch destinations might not expect from a dude ranch, and these activities often end up being the favorites of the week for many! The Mega Zip, which was a new addition for our 2012 season, has been a huge hit! Everyone always has [...]

Red Horse Mountain Ranch is the perfect place for a family reunion! Whether your family get-together is a group of 10 or less, or 20+, there will be a place for you at Red Horse. Our Hilltop cabin can easily fit a group of 10-12, while our diverse selection of cabins near the lodge can fit any combination of families as well. Check out our wide spread of activities that can be a blast for all ages! There is always something exciting going on from a morning horseback ride or fly fishing trip, to an afternoon of kayaking or sporting [...]

Here at Red Horse Mountain Dude Ranch we put a great deal of work into making sure our horses are happy and healthy, after all, what would a dude ranch be without its wonderful equines? Many people come to the ranch with a wide base of horse knowledge, but many guests that come here for vacation are here to learn and experience a dude ranch for the first time, and understanding horses can make riding them more enjoyable! Horses are a unique animal, just like humans, and require extensive care. There are a few important things to know about taking [...]

A big thanks to our guests that took the time to go online and share their experience! # 1: Our Horses of Course! Our healthy herd of horses are one of the main reasons people love this ranch. Experienced dude ranch goers and lifelong horse owners continue to be impressed with the caliber of our horses. Each week, we specifically match the horses to each individual rider, from the advanced riders to three-year olds! # 2: Staff A close run for number one, our wonderful staff is one of the biggest reasons guests, both new and returning, visit Red Horse Mountain Ranch. [...]

Here are some typical questions and answers to help you decide if Red Horse Mountain Ranch fits the ranch vacation you're looking for. You can also get more information from our FAQ page, or just hop on the phone and give the ranch a ring at (888) 689-9680. #1. Is there a place we can do some laundry?  Better yet, a laundry service is provided. We'd much rather you spent your time with your family or out on an adventure! During your laundry day, it will be picked up at your cabin and delivered back to your cabin by the end [...]