Welcome to Gordon's Guide to Cattle Drives and Working Cattle Ranches. We have a listing of the finest working cattle ranches in North America.
Steeped in the western tradition of the cowboy, each ranch property is unique with its own distinct character, from working cattle ranches, to resort properties. They all promote the western way of life and prioritize the needs of the guest.
Horseback riding is a part of every ranch and accommodations vary from rustic to luxurious. Other activities include swimming, fishing, whitewater rafting,
hiking, wildlife viewing, sightseeing, and much more. Food is always bountiful and hearty and in some cases, gourmet.
Begin your search by selecting one of the regions below.
We recommend you study our list of cattle drives and working cattle ranches, narrow your selection to 2 or 3, and contact the respective ranches for more detailed information.
Alternatively, you may view a list of all working cattle ranches by company or by selecting your travel preferences
to quickly find cattle drives or working ranches that meet your search criteria. If you're interested in horseback riding vacations, we
also recommend taking a look at our selection of dude ranches or guest ranch vacations.
Experience Cattle Country in Montana from the Back of a Horse
Powder River Cattle Drive Their philosophy is aptly summed up in a quote by the late, great, western artist, Charlie Russell, which goes something like this, “one can see what is man-made from the seat of an automobile. But, one can only see what God created from the back of a horse.” Join Powder River for a cattle drive or wagon train adventure you'll never forget.
Real Life Ranching at A Nature Conservancy Preserve
Zapata Ranch Spend the day working side by side with the ranch hands herding cattle, minding the bison, gathering pastures, checking the bison fence, irrigating, working in the shop, branding cattle – whatever is going on that day. Participate in this program to the degree you wish during your stay, or indulge in any of the other many activities available.
Featured Adventures
