Ranch Overview
Nestled at the base of Montana’s Crazy Mountains, Sweet Grass Guest Ranch offers spectacularly diverse terrain that beckons exploration. We are a working cattle ranch which means guests are welcomed to join us for horseback riding, recreation, and authentic cattle work. Book your western vacation today. The guest ranch hosts are Page and Pat Dringman, Tony and Laura Carroccia, and Bill and Shelly Carroccia| Guest Capacity | 25 |
| Seasons | Jun - Sep |
| Dates Open | 6/9 - 9/21 |
| Min. Age for Independent Riding | 5 |
| Adult-Only Weeks | Yes |
| Nearest Airport | Bozeman (BZN) and Billings (BIL) |
| Elevation | 6,100 ft at ranch buildings |
| Wheelchair Accessible | No |
Ranch Rates
| Accepted Payment Methods | Check, Visa, Mastercard, Cash |
| Adult All-Inclusive Rate | $2,300 |
| Adult Rate | Prices vary from $2,300 to $3,300. $2300 per person lodge rooms; $2800 per person in cabins; $3000 per person large family cabins with double occupancy |
| Child Rate | n 7-12: -$300 than adult; 4-6: -$600 if not riding; -$400 if riding; $500 per week per child under age 4 (non-riders). |
| Service Charge/Tip Rate | At guest's discretion, but suggested at 12-18%. |
| Tax Rate | $30 per person per week |
| Travel Agents Accepted | Yes |
| International Inbound Tour Operators Accepted | Yes |
Ranch Accommodations
Main lodge rooms are tucked under the eaves of this National Historic Registry property, with handmade quilts, dormer windows and shared bathroom down the hall or 1 and 2-bedroom cabins, down quilts, fireplaces, sitting areas, private bathrooms and porches for savoring the outdoors and the sounds of Sweet Grass Creek.| Cabin Accommodations | included |
| Lodge Accommodations | included |
| Weekly Stay Schedule | Sunday to Sunday, 7 nights with 6 days riding |
Ranch Activities
Sweet Grass Ranch provides fun for the whole family, with gymkhanas, a natural water slide, inner tubing the creek, cattle drives, salting and feeding cattle, branding, campfires, clay shooting, fishing, hiking, pack trips, horsemanship clinics and a variety of riding options daily. Inner tubes for floating the creek, a small rubber boat for fishing the pond, and 2 kayaks are available.An informal kids program is available.
Babysitting is only available with advanced notice.
| Pack Trips | extra |
| Sightseeing Tours | included |
| Nature Programs | included |
| Fishing Instruction | included |
| Campfire Gatherings | included |
| Additional Cattle & Ranch Work | included |
| Cattle Gathering | included |
| Children's Programs | included |
Area Activities
| Fishing (River) | nearby |
| Fishing (Lake) | nearby |
| Ghost Town | nearby |
| Golf | nearby |
| Swimming Lake/Stream | nearby |
| River Rafting | nearby |
| Guided Hiking | included |
| Shooting Sports | included |
Ranch Dining
Hearty, homemade family-style meals that are sure to please any palate and appetite. Our kitchen provides a constantly changing menu based on locally raised meats and garden-fresh vegetables, home baked breads and pastries. We can accommodate special diets, with advanced notice.| Family-Style Dining | included |
| Cookouts | included |
Special Events
Sweet Grass Ranch is happy to accommodate the following special events. Please reach out to us for more information!
Family Reunions
Sweet Grass accommodates family reunions throughout the summer season.
| Family Reunions | included |
| Book Entire Ranch? | Yes |
| Capacity (Family Reunions) | 25 |
| Discount (Family Reunions) | Discounts of 10% for groups of 10 or more traveling together. |
Technology
We do not have cell phone coverage but do have satellite wi-fi, included.What's the Difference?
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