General Description

The Bitterroot Ranch in north west Wyoming lies in a remote valley between the Wind River and Absaroka mountain ranges. Bordering miles of untouched National forest it is the ideal place for those who want to experience the dramatic, breathtaking scenery of the west, with the reassurance of a good horse and exhilarating riding. Sage covered hills and grassy meadows, rocky gorges hiding trout filled rivers, craggy mountains and thick forest where moose, elk and grizzly bear freely roam - spectacular, unlimited riding country. The Bitterroot is both a guest ranch and a working cattle ranch and on most weeks you can try your hand at cattle work, rounding up and sorting cattle or at certain times, moving them to seasonal grazing. Camping trips in the hills are another option and there is also wonderful fishing in the ranch's rivers, ponds and neighbouring streams. Each night your base is a comfortable log cabin where you'll sleep deeply, refreshed and invigorated by the mountain air and soothed by the gentle sound of the rushing Wind River. Bayard and Mel Fox who own the ranch, breed and train their own Arab horses and The Bitterroot has been granted British Horse Society approval - it was the first and is one of very few ranches in the States to get this.

The Bitterroot is open from the end of May to the end of September and stays are for 7 nights, Sunday to Sunday, with daily riding except on Sundays with half week stays available in certain weeks. There is usually a spring cattle drive in June/July and an autumn cattle round-up at the end of September. 2008 dates are every week from 25th May to 30th September. Please contact us to check availability.

Summary

2008 Dates:	Sunday to Sunday from 25th May to 30th September with some half-week stays possible
Season:	May to September

Horses and Riding

The horses are Arabs, Arab / Quarterhorse crosses and local ranch bred horses of mixed blood. Many are home bred. There are about 190 on the ranch in all, including foals, yearlings and youngsters, and with over 100 riding horses, there is a wonderful selection for novice to advanced riders. The horses are of a kind, sensible temperament and are fit, forward going and responsive to ride. Guests are normally allocated three horses to ride during a week's stay which means the horses are always fresh, enthusiastic and well rested and riders have the challenge and variety of trying several different mounts.

Hours: You will generally ride for about 3 to 6 hours a day, riding out from the ranch base in the mornings and afternoons.

Pace and experience required: There is a large selection of different horses and the riding can be tailored to suit different riding abilities from the novice to advanced rider. This is an excellent ranch choice for the experienced rider who will be able to enjoy fun, fast riding across good terrain.

Accommodation

Accommodation at the ranch is in comfortable log cabins each with private bathroom with shower, bath and loo. The cabins are built along the banks of a clear mountain stream and are extremely well situated and well separated to ensure maximum seclusion. All have wonderful mountain views and a wooden veranda outside with chairs to relax on. Evenings at the ranch are spent at the main lodge where meals are also eaten. The lodge has a large dining room, a sitting area to relax in with comfortable sofas and chairs set around a large open fireplace, a library and also a games room with pool table.

Rates & Travel

Travel
The nearest airports to the ranch are Jackson Hole and Riverton (both about 100 miles from the ranch) and we can arrange for you to be collected from and returned to either for an extra charge. There are several flight options - both United and Delta Airlines fly to Jackson via Denver and Chicago. For flights from London budget around £450 to £600 economy return depending on season and availability.

Itinerary in Brief

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