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Stand in the middle of Laramie
Plains this ranch and the Sierra Madre Mountains
linger on the horizon, across the valley to the west
and southwest. Nestled below the adjacent
million-acre Medicine Bow National Forest, the ranch
is a diamond in this rough and beautiful corner of
Southeast Wyoming. You'll find that every view,
especially the one from our verandah, is fantastic!
The ranch is not a resort; it's a six-thousand-acre
working cattle and guest ranch. There are no tennis
courts; the nearest golf course is eighteen miles
down the valley in Saratoga. However, you aren't
likely to find yourself with time on your hands,
unless that is what you came up here for. Stand
knee-deep in a mountain stream with a trout tugging
at your line or get a little trail dust in your
saddle as you search for elk in the aspen. They
extend their hand - come up to the Laramie Plains
Ranch for a genuine Western experience.
Imagine horseback riding through a diverse mountain
terrain. Imagine yourself fly fishing in world class
waters. Imagine hiking up to view the world from
over 12,000 feet. If you can imagine these things,
then you are one step closer to discovering the
adventures we offer here at Brush Creek Ranch.
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Rates include 7 nights accommodations,
all meals, from Saratoga
2007:
High Season: $1,350
Child 8-15 $1100
5-7 $825
Mid Season: $1,300
Child 8-15 $1000
5-7 $775
Low Season: $1,250
Child 8-15 $975
5-7 $750
Seasons:
High 07/14-08/28
Mid
06/23-07/13 09/01-09/30
Low
05/12-06/23 10/01-10/31
Taxes: $49 / week
Gratuities: 15%
Airport: Denver
Transfer: $400
from Denver return/ group
Type: Working
Guest Ranch
Tack:
Western
Horses:
Quarter Cross
Level:
Novice to Strong Intermediate
Pace: All
paces acc. to riders ability
more info on Fishing
more info on Hiking
more info on Children
Programs
Head 'em Up and Move 'em Out
You
may decide that the view is the best from on top of
your horse. We offer horseback riding for riders of
different abilities and comfort levels, from the
experienced saddle tramp to the tenderfoot. We'll
fit you to a saddle and take you out across some of
the West's most beautiful terrain. The area around
here offers every variety of ride experience, from
soft, gently rolling hay meadows to more challenging
mountain trails -- let the wranglers take you where
you want to go.
Because we use a rotational
grazing system on the ranch, it's likely that you
will have a genuine opportunity to help move the
cattle from one pasture to another. An additional
chance to get involved comes during our annual
Roundup during the last two weeks in August. These
weeks cover a variety of activities, including
gathering and sorting the cattle on 2-3 days each
week..
"A
Western Adventure"
Experience another
western tradition by taking an overnight pack trip.
This adventure takes you to the top of Jim Draw,
where you'll bed down among the Aspens.
Packhorses have been used for years as a means of
transporting equipment across the western plains, a
means still used here at Laramie Plains Ranch.
Bring your favorite stories to tell around the
campfire and join us on the trail.
Lodging
The ranch's
history began many years ago when homesteaders who
were following the construction of the railroad
across the land, settled the valley in the 1800's.
All buildings are original to the ranch; the changes
that have been made are only to make your stay more
comfortable. The lodge was built in the early 1900's
and, like the other buildings, retains its spirit of
history and Old West authenticity. The friendly
staff and the small number of guests contribute to
the warm, close-knit feeling you'll find. Meals are
in the ranch tradition with guests and staff dining
together. Menu's tend to be ranch style; however, we
always try to accommodate special requests if you
let us know ahead of your visit.
The coveted
Orvis endorsement is an indication of the quality of
the accommodations. Eleven rooms are available, six
in our three-story 6,500-square-foot lodge, built in
the early 1900s. The remaining five rooms are in
nearby original log cabins. All of the
newly-remodeled rooms reflect the rustic elegance of
this historic property. Each room is unique and has
its
own bath.
"Dancing in the Loft"
Barn dances are enjoyed by all, young, old and even
those of us with two left feet! Learn line dances,
western swing, the two step, and of course the Ranch
Reel. A great way to complete a great stay out west.
Flyfishing
There is nothing quite like the peace
and serenity that you will find fishing on Brush
Creek Ranch or else where in the North Platte River
Valley. We have over three private miles of Brush
Creek running through the ranch allowing anglers to
enjoy the pleasures of small creek fishing. Brush
Creek isn't too small though, there have been
numerous trout landed that go eighteen inches plus!
We are also located near the upper section of the
blue ribbon North Platte River. Try a float trip
with one of our Orivis guides down the majestic
North Platte and match wits with the wild trout in
this exceptional free stone river. Overnight float
trips are also available. Call for details. Or you
may choose to wade fish with one of our Orivis
guides or by yourself on some of the public access
areas around the valley. The North Platte River is
home to wild brown, rainbow, and cuthroat trout that
will average around 16 inches in size with an
occasional 24 incher!
The Encampment River is another amazing stretch of
water. Floating the Encampment during the green
drake hatch is as close to anglers heaven as you can
get. Call for hatch updates and fishing reports for
both rivers. During the summer months the small
creeks and alpine lakes of the Snowy Range Mountains
offer excellent fishing. Several of these mountain
lakes have golden trout, and there are Brookies
everywhere. These lakes and streams are also nestled
in one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the
west. Wildlife abounds in the Medicine Bow National
Forest, giving you the chance to see moose, elk,
mule deer, black bear, mountain lion, and an
occasional big horn sheep. Ride-n-fish trips are
available as are overnight pack-n-fish trips and
multi day pack-n-fish trips.
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