Top Ten Reasons why
a Guest Ranch Vacation is a Great Choice!

A vacation is a much anticipated opportunity to do something special and enjoyable with the little time we have away from work. And because the time is so precious there’s a lot at stake planning your vacations.

The challenge is choosing the right vacation for you and your family that will give you everything you want. This is the top ten reasons the Greenhorn is for you!

Top Ten List

1. Activities and places that appeal to everyone in the family!
2. Affordability - (Everything included so you can stretch your budget!)
3. A break from technology, TV, and cell phones
4. No stress because you want to have fun, relax and exercise
5. Maximum vacation time with minimal travel time
6. Only unpack once
7. An outdoor experience without camping or roughing it
8. Something new and different from theme park trips
9. Kids experience independence - parents love that too!
10. "There is nothing so good for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse"

Choosing The Right Guest Ranch For Your Vacation

If this is what you’re looking for then here’s what you really need to know about guest or dude ranch vacations. They all offer riding, a lodging and meal plan, and a host of other activities ranging from fishing to boating. The real differences are in what’s emphasized, the location, what’s included in the cost, and how guests are treated. Here’s what to ask about and to look for:

• What do they emphasize? If you want to do a lot of riding, with progressive instruction to develop your riding skills and confidence, then Greenhorn is your choice because our riding program accommodates all levels of experience, ages six to adult. We also have one of the few programs encouraging trotting and loping!
• Where are they located? Do you want mountains, forest, high plains, or desert for your ranch vacation? And how far can you travel? Greenhorn is surrounded by the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountains. We are a reasonable drive from much of California, Nevada, and Oregon, and just 90 minutes from Reno International Airport.
• What’s included in the cost? Knowing what is, and is not included, is the only way to really compare cost and vacation value. Most guest ranch vacations generally include lodging, food and some activities. At Greenhorn, our emphasis is on riding and our price includes group lessons and trail rides every day.
• How are guests treated? Greenhorn is an intimate ranch experience. You eat, ride, and relax with the owners, the wranglers, and staff. We pay special attention to kids and teens; including them in activities and doing everything possible to make sure they are having fun. At Greenhorn you are staying in our home, which means you are treated as family!

“My friend and her mom took me to Greenhorn twice so far and it’s better then Disneyland. I’ve never been anywhere more fun then Greenhorn”

If you’re looking for a comfortable, relaxing, outdoor oriented vacation with lots of horseback riding, western adventure, and people who consider you family, then we invite you to come to Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch. We are the most affordable, all inclusive ranch in California. Our progressive riding program accommodates all levels from beginner to experienced, with daily riding and instruction. We have all kinds of on-site activities including fishing, swimming, games, team sports, dancing, karaoke… even frog catching and racing! Although we are family oriented, the ranch is also a peaceful and picturesque get-a-way for couples and singles as well. If you have any questions about Greenhorn, don’t hesitate to contact us. Lookin' forward to seeing you at the Ranch!

Happy Trails,

The Greenhorn Gang