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High in the Wind River Mountains where the road ends
and trails begin is our starting point. Far from civilization, Jim and
Mary take pride in the simple rustic comfort their ranch provides guests.
Cozy log cabins, main cook lodge and horse corrals await visitors here at
9,200 feet above sea level where the summer night air is brisk and the
days temps are just right. The ranch is a perfect place for daily
starrides into the alpine mountains or a starting point into the high
alpine for an unforgettable pack trip.
The small ranch with propane lights, beds and mattresses (bring your
sleeping bag and pillow and towel) and wood stove in each cabin, and
central shower house with hot water. The ranch is far beyond modern
conveniences here at the entrance of the Popo Agie Wilderness Area. The
Mountain Ranch Vacation is for people of all ages and is less arduous than
the high mountain pack trips that start here also. Enjoy the wilderness
solitude and alpine vistas!
For folks with a hearty sense of adventure, there is no
finer vacation than a classic wilderness horse pack trip! Our Guided Pack
Trip allows you to enjoy riding, exploring, fishing or just relaxing while
our guides prepare wonderful meals, tend camp and wrangle horses for you,
deep in the heart of the Wind Rivers. With your goals & abilities in mind,
we'll tailor the itinerary to suit your family or group. We furnish
everything except your sleeping bag, fishing gear and personals. This is
our deluxe trip. Call
us now for custom dates for your own group or we can put a trip together
for individuals.
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Rates include 2 nights at the lodge and 5 nights in a remote
mountain base camp, all meals, 6 riding days in the alpine
8 days/ 7 nights
2008 Dates:
not available in 2008 -- only private custom pack trips can be
arranged
Taxes: included
Gratuities: 10% included
Meeting: Lander
Airport: Riverton
Transfer: $100
Tack:
Western
Horses:
Quarter mix
Pace : Slow, steep terrain
Level: B+ C
riders participate in chores
Min/Max Riders: 2-10
PACK TRIPS
Will begin at our Mountain Ranch and ride a big loop
through the spectacular Popo Agie Wilderness Area back to the ranch. High
Passes, lakes and remote alpine meadows are your classroom. A base camp
in the wilderness is home on 4 nights.
One cannot ask to see more incredible high mountain scenery. You will
truly experience what the early explorers felt as they discovered passes
and mountain valleys no white man had ever seen. It will end at the ranch.
The average group size is usually around 6 plus guides. The camping
arrangement is often 2 people per tent, sharing a packhorse to carry their
gear and food. Of course there is a camp cook at the base to prepare
delicious meals.
You will be helping with cooking, saddling,
packing and other tasks since this is a participation trip. The guides
will always be with you to lend a helpful hand, give tips and lead the
party.
Fishing
Cutthroat trout are the only native fish in the Wind River
Range. However, thanks to the old-timers who horse-packed young
fingerlings in milk cans to secluded lakes, today you can also enjoy
catching golden, rainbow, mackinaw, brook and beautifully colored hybrid
trout. Our part of the Winds is so vast that most folks sign up for one of
our 5 - 7 day pack trips to reach just a few of the 30 lakes and many
streams available from the Diamond Four Ranch. We encourage catch and
release fishing, but recommend fresh pan-fried trout at least once during
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