Lowdown

  • Established

    1884. Guest ranch since 2008
  • Owner

    Bruce & Beth White
  • Manager

    Michael Williams
  • Tel

    307-327-5284
  • Open

    All year
  • Nightly Rates (per adult)*

    Summer: $1,500 - $2,100
    Winter: $750 - $1,500
  • Nightly Rates (per child)*

    Summer: $750 - $1,000
    Winter: $750 - $950
  • Minimum Stay

    Summer: 5 days
    Winter: 2 days
  • Maximum Guests

    155
  • Works with travel agents?

    Yes
  • Great For

    Romance, Action & adventure, Peace & quiet, Pampering, Solitude, Diverse scenery, Large family reunions, Corporate Retreats, Weddings
  • Memberships

    Preferred Hotels & Resorts Legend Collection, Beretta Trident and Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing and Wingshooting Lodge, Relais & Chatauex, Forbes Travel 5-Star Hotel
* Rates will vary based on Season and Accommodation selection. Please contact the ranch directly for Date Request, Availability and exact Rate quote/proposal

Experience the award-winning Lodge and Spa at Brush Creek Ranch, the flagship property within the Brush Creek Luxury Ranch Collection, an authentic western resort destination. This truly magnificent getaway has been consistently awarded Best Resort in the U.S. year after year by both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Reader's Choice as well as earning the highly-touted Forbes 5-Star Hotel award.

Immerse yourself in the storied Great American West at one of our three unique luxury ranches located in stunning Saratoga, Wyoming. Explore the North Platte River Valley of south-central Wyoming, nestled between the ancient Sierra Madre mountain range and stunning Medicine Bow National Forest.

The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch

Our Preferred Hotels & Resorts LEGEND® destination and ORVIS Dual-Endorsed Fly Fishing and Wingshooting Lodge and Beretta-endorsed resort features rolling hills, verdant river valleys, lush forests and majestic rock formations that create an environment where our guests can escape in true luxury. It’s a place where every amenity, every detail, every moment is tailored to them, and genuine Western hospitality, unbridled adventure and a truly inspiring landscape come together to create an exclusive icon in international luxury destinations.

A robust, family-friendly community setting, offering a collection of well-appointed accommodations with refined Western personality for groups of any size up to 120 guests. The expansive resort features a 38,000-square foot Trailhead Lodge, a rejuvenating spa, a collection of lodge rooms, cabin suites and residences and a variety of authentic outdoor adventures.

The ultimate winter experience awaits our guests at Green Mountain. This winter, guests of the Brush Creek Ranch Luxury Collection have exclusive access to this private 600 acre mountain getaway. Located 25 minutes from the gates of Brush Creek Ranch, Green Mountain is completely surrounded by National Forest lands, combining a secluded outdoor adventure with awe-inspiring views. Green Mountain is home to incredible downhill skiing and snowboarding for all skill levels, miles of wilderness for snowshoeing and cross country skiing terrain throughout the property.

The Magee Homestead

For the ultimate in sophisticated luxury guest ranch experiences, the Magee Homestead prairie hideaway, a Relais & Châteaux and Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star property, unfolds as a romantic and spellbinding retreat for adult couples (21 and over) or private gatherings and luxury ranch vacations of up to 27 guests. Here, take the reins of your own time enjoying bespoke, personal attention, richly-appointed accommodations, sumptuous culinary delights, and adventures that rekindle your sense of discovery and wellness.

French Creek Sportsmen’s Club

If you’re a passionate outdoorsman, welcome to heaven. French Creek Sportsmen’s Club is an elite enclave featuring 15,000 acres of sporting paradise located on the legendary Sanger Ranch property, famous among the nation’s premier hunting and fishing grounds.

Located on the historic Platte River Valley sporting paradise known as Sanger Ranch, offering blissful, exclusive fly fishing and hunting adventures for up to 10 guests. The ultimate personal indulgence of sheer privacy of this Wyoming wilderness promises an unrivaled sporting experience.

Our signature Inclusive Luxury experience ensures a convenient and streamlined stay, with all lodging, food, premium wine, Brush Creek Ranch crafted beer and spirits, and a wide assortment of activities included in our rates.

We invite you to join us for an unforgettable luxury ranch vacation!

Children at the Ranch

Ranch History

Your Manager, Michael Williams

Lowdown

  • Enjoy

    Gourmet
  • Meals served

    family style, buffet style, scheduled meals
  • Alcohol

    wine provided with dinner, available for purchase, wine cellar
  • Enjoy dining in

    nature settings, patio, dining room (casual attire), dining room (formal attire), lounge, private dinners
  • You'll definitely love

    ranch-raised beef, farm fresh eggs, ranch garden, organic produce, locally grown produce, fresh daily bread, fresh daily desserts
  • Dietary restrictions catered for

    lactose intolerant, vegans, vegetarians, Gluten free, other

Extraordinary culinary experiences await guests for every meal at the Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch. The offerings you experience will range from the quintessential cowboy cookout to luxurious multi-course dinner parties, all while maintaining an authentic atmosphere.

Whether it’s a smoked brisket, roasted rack of lamb, or a whole smoked suckling pig, Executive Chef Dan Grunbeck creates every meal at the Lodge & Spa with an authentically Western twist to it. He always takes into account any special dietary needs from guests.

Dining experiences at the Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch are exemplified by a variety of unique venues. Experience an expertly prepared campfire meal under the stars at the Creekside Dinner Camp, indulge in a multi-course meal in the opulent setting of the Trailhead Lodge, or come together with family and friends in the convivial atmosphere of the Chuckwagon. Rustic and refined, dining at the Lodge & Spa will be one of the most memorable parts of your stay.

The Farm at Brush Creek

An unforgettable, fully-immersive culinary adventure starts and ends with The Farm at Brush Creek, an integral component of the Brush Creek Luxury Ranch Collection. Learn new skills alongside the experts at The Farm's suite of ranch-sourced seed-to-table experiences featuring our own luxury restaurant, greenhouse, brewery, distillery, creamery, bakery, spirit vault, a 94-yard wine cellar and unique event spaces for up to 250 people.

The Cheyenne Club seeks to put the freshest Ranch-sourced cuisine on full display. The sustainable approach to history-making cuisine at our luxury restaurant includes our 100% American Wagyu Beef and freshly picked greenhouse ingredients. Guests can enjoy a four- or seven-course culinary journey for dinner and participate in intimate daytime cooking and butchering experiences alongside our exacutive Chef.

*Premium wines as well as Brush Creek Ranch crafted spirits and beers are included throughout your stay.

Guest Favourites

  • Creekside Dinner Camp The epitome of ranch-style dining, the Creekside Dinner Camp offers guests an authentic campfire meal enjoyed under the stars. Savor an expertly prepared dining experience on the banks of Brush Creek.
  • Learn alongside our Executive Chefs to create and enjoy delectable dishes. See firsthand the culinary expertise needed to craft a true seed-to-table dining experience. Topics include Pasta Making, Healthy Cooking, Butchery, Grilling.
  • Follow Greenhouse Manager Serge Boon and his assistant Sara while they educate you on the basics of planting, germination, cultivation, and harvesting. Learn how they use these methods to care for and grow over 100,000 pounds of produce every year, not only for The Farm but for local businesses too.

Sample Menu

Lowdown

  • Address

    66 Brush Creek Ranch Road
    Saratoga
    Wyoming
    82331
    USA
  • Remote Location

    Yes
  • Elevation

    7,600 ft
  • Private Land

    20,000-40,000 acres
  • Public Land

    more than 50k acres

Nearest Town - Saratoga, Wyoming

Saratoga, Wyoming has a population of 1,700 (approx), and is situated 13 miles / 15 mins from the Ranch.

Facilities in Saratoga, Wyoming include: grocery store, pharmacy, church, school, post office, medical clinic, bank, atm, gas station, museum.

For shopping Saratoga, Wyoming offers: small hometown necessity shops, boutique shops, western wear.

Nearest Airports

Lowdown

  • Type of Riding

    Western Riding
  • Riding opportunities for

    Beginner, Intermediate, Experienced
  • Most riders are

    Beginner
  • Rides are grouped by

    Age, Ability, Pace of Ride, Everyone rides together, Rides tailored to guest requests
  • Max riders per ride

    20
  • Pace of ride

    Walk, Trot, Lope
  • Guest Horses

    130
  • Horse Types

    Quarterhorse, Appaloosas, Draft Cross, Paints, Geldings, Mares
  • Hours in the saddle

    Morning - 3 hours
    Afternoon - 3 hours

The Setting

Private Land (20,000-40,000 acres)

The Ranch landscape combines native sagebrush and pastoral meadows with lush forests of aspen, cottonwood and conifers, offering sweeping views of the Sierra Madre and Snowy Mountain ranges. Adventures unfold from elevations beginning at 6,900 feet up to 12,000 feet at the Medicine Bow peak, one of the highest mountain elevations in the United States. Combining exclusivity for our guests with abundant wildlife, Brush Creek Ranch delivers an adventurous experience in any season that will leave lasting imprints on the canvas of your memory.

Public Land (more than 50k acres)


Our Riding

Scheduled rides

Guests have an endless variety of terrain at their disposal: a gorgeous indoor and outdoor arena, flatter trails that meander along the Brush Creek, and more challenging climbs that reach the property’s most spectacular vistas. Guests can choose from a one, two, or three hour ride. Half-day (3+hours) and full day rides include a gourmet picnic lunch at one of Brush Creek’s pond-side yurts.

Weight limit for riding

225-250 lbs

Riding considerations

no riding experience needed


Why our riding stands out

  • We maintain a low 1 to 5 ratio of wranglers to guest to ensure personalized instruction throughout the ride
  • Accomodation of guest riding ability and levels, we can accomadate beginner to advanced
  • We offer horsemanship, barrel racing and pole bending lessons, as well as team penning and authentic cattle drives across our expansive ranch landscape

Riding Lessons

Cattle work - pasture gathers

Branding work

Pack Trips

Arena Work

Lowdown

  • Nightly Rates (per adult)*

    Summer: $1,500 - $2,100
    Winter: $750 - $1,500
  • Nightly Rates (per child)*

    Summer: $750 - $1,000
    Winter: $750 - $950
  • Minimum Stay

    Summer: 5 days
    Winter: 2 days
  • Preferred Arrival Day

    Any day is fine
  • Preferred Departure Day

    Any day is fine
  • Style of accommodation

    Ranch rustic, Tents, Glamping, Western rustic chic, Luxury 5-Star
  • Packages available

    1 week
* Rates will vary based on Season and Accommodation selection. Please contact the ranch directly for Date Request, Availability and exact Rate quote/proposal

Brush Creek Ranch can cater for up to 155 guests. Accommodation includes Lodges and Cabins. See below for details and indicative rates.

Lodge | Trailhead Lodge Rooms

Cabin | Cabin Suites

Cabin | Luxury Cabin Residences


Booking Policy

Rates are per person, based on standard occupancy of the unit being met and are subject to change. Rates include lodging, meals, soft drinks, Brush Creek Ranch Crafted beers and spirits and specialty labeled wines, as well as a wide range of experiences daily; excludes Spa experiences and select elite à la carte experiences. A 23% Ranch Fee (Inclusive of All Gratuities and All Applicable Taxes) will also apply.

Children’s pricing applies for ages 4-9 (see policies) once the standard occupancy of the selected unit has been met.

For groups of 10 guests or more, please inquire with our Group Sales Office at 307-327-5284 or sales@brushcreekranch.com.

Check-in is at 4 pm.

Ranch does not permit smoking or pets of any kind in any Ranch rooms, cabins or any other outbuilding on Ranch property.

Payments are accepted in the form of a check, wire transfer and by any major credit card (MasterCard, Visa, Discover, AmEx). To confirm your reservation, we ask for a 50% deposit of your total reservation amount.* The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival (we’ll call to remind you). If you cancel more than 60 days before your arrival, we will refund your deposit, less a transaction fee equal to 10% of the total reservation amount. If you must cancel fewer than 60 days prior to your arrival date, regretfully your deposit is non-refundable.

Included in your stay

Extras

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  • You can borrow

    Cowboy hats, Cowboy boots, Riding helmets, Saddle bags
  • Communications

    Wireless Internet/Wifi, telephone, free long distance.
  • Cell Networks

    AT&T, verizon.
  • Business Services

    Executive business center , Conference center, computer and fax hookups, printers.

Onsite

Shopping

The BCR Gift Shop, located in the Outfitters Barn, carries a variety of Brush Creek Ranch logo'd apparel including quality outdoor brands such as Patagonia, Orvis, Loki, Miller, and Maui Jim.

Outdoor Activities

climbing, mountain biking, Yoga, sporting clays, campouts, wagon rides, ATV Rentals - guided, bird watching, Shooting - trap / clays, Shooting - wing, Horseback riding, Archery, BCR Gun Club, Paintball, High Ropes Course, Hiking, Ranger Tours,

Water based Activities

hot tub, hot springs, river floating, whitewater rafting-adventure, Float Fishing, Hot Springs in Saratoga, 13 miles from the ranch

Spa

relaxation massage, deep tissue massage, rock treatments, couples massage, scrubs, manicures, facials, pedicures

Winter Activities

cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, down hill skiing, snowshoeing, winter ice fishing, down hill snowboarding, snow-cat tours, horseback riding, sledding, tubing, ice skating, yoga


Fishing & Wildlife

The crystalline waters of the North Platte River watershed in Saratoga Wyoming are celebrated as some of the most revered freestone fishing waters in the world.

Between Brush Creek, the North Platte River, the Encampment River, and their major tributaries, we offer over twenty miles of exclusive private river access, whether by waders or drift boat. Additionally the North Platte has nearly endless miles of blue-ribbon waters for hearty brown and rainbow trout. Flowing beautifully through broad canyons and sloping valleys, this river is one of the most iconic fly fishing destinations in North America.

Prime fishing seaosn runs from early May to mid July with August being a slow month. Once cooler weather comes back in September and October, our fisheries get a second wind for the season before winter shuts things down in December. 

In addition to our moving waters, we have a collection of highly productive ponds on the Ranch, providing a scenic alternative style of fishing for all ages, in nearly any weather condition. Our seasoned staff of Orvis endorsed guides ensures attentive, personalized service, whether you desire detailed instruction or advice on how to maximize your time on these storied fishing waters.

Fishing on offer

spin, fly, river, stocked pond, lake, stream, equipment available, guided inclusive, unguided, instruction available

Wildlife

Antelope, deer, elk, moose, fox, badger, marmots, eagles and a wide variety of other North American bird species.


Additional Services

Corporate Retreats

For groups of 100 & over.

Here, some of the best company meetings are just as likely to happen on horseback as they are in one of our luxe boardrooms. Our entire Ranch is your function space, where guests feel untethered and ready to release unbridled enthusiasm to pursue boundless possibilities. For a completely immersive experience, consider a complete buyout of Brush Creek Ranch for up to 150 guests. 

Allow our seasoned and passionate team to craft a bespoke itinerary of exclusive events and adventures to compliment your goals for the experience of a lifetime. Reward your team and strengthen your organization with a visit to one of the best corporate retreat locations in the USA.

Weddings

We can cater for groups of 100 & over.

Among wedding venues, Brush Creek Ranch stands out as a premier destination. Celebrate your love for one another with a fully immersive weekend surrounded by your families and loved ones at our scenic venues. We offer an unmatched destination for the all-inclusive Western wedding of your dreams. 

Thanks to the wide variety of Western activities available to guests and included in their stay, the most important day of your life will go off without a hitch. Guests can enjoy our full spa as well as exciting ranch adventures such as fly fishing, horseback rides, and archery.


Local Attractions

Why we love it

  • Rustic-chic, high-end luxury. Very diverse topography-high mountain desert, cottonwood studded creek bottoms to high mountain riding in the Medicine Bow
  • If you are a rider, you can get out and ride. Ranch horses suitable for all levels of riders; advanced horsemanship program available for those who can truly ride – you can even jump on a finished cutting horse and work a cow!
  • Immaculate facilities, indoor and outdoor arena. Myriad activities: zip-line, float down the Platte River, take a ranger a tour of the ranch, take a sunrise yoga class, or just spend time in the spa. Phenomenal, hospitable staff. They work to accommodate your requests
  • Book your stay when they have bands such as Marshall Tucker, Little Texas. Throughout the summer, they book different bands for the guests' exclusive enjoyment

What to consider

  • When staying in the lodge, for a more relaxing experience, you may wish to request a room away from the main activity area

Visitor Reviews

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Wonderful ranch setting

it offers horse back riding , atv trips , shooting ranges along with the spa and relaxed setting, great food and wonderful staff, I stayed for just 2 days and one night but wish i had more time to do everything the offered.

4 stars

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