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At a Glance
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| Famous For: | A remote and private guest ranch, with spectacular scenery overlooking the Tetons, close proximity to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, unlimited horseback riding, fishing, wildlife viewing, backcountry snowmobiling and attentive staff. |
| Capacity: | 30 |
| Open: | Summer: June 3 – September 30 |
| Altitude: | 7400 feet |
| Location: | 35 miles northeast of the town of Jackson |
| Reservations: | 888-733-5251 |
| Rates: |
Adults: Prime summer season adult/wk = $1825 double-occ.
Children: Prime summer season child/wk = $1588 double-occ. Children rate applies for kids 6-12; under 6 are just $95/day |
| Minimum Stay: | 3 night minimum stay |
| Deposit: | 30% deposit required at time of booking |
| Payment: | VISA, MC, Amex with 3% credit card fee. Personal checks welcome |
| Closest Airports: | Jackson Hole- 1hour, Idaho Falls-2-1/2 hrs, SLC-6hrs |
| Transportation: | Ranch van shuttle (extra). Rental cars at airports |
| Travel Agents: | YES |
| Guest Reviews: | Read reviews from travelers who have visited this ranch. |
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 Adults OrientedAdult Weeks ArcheryBig/Heavy Riders200-250 lbs. Children's ProgramsChildren's Dining (kids eat together) Moderate - Half Day Children's Trail Riding6 yrs old Cigar FriendlyComputer/Email ServicesCorporate Groups, MeetingsSmall (under 50) CuisineInternational Ranch/Western Vegetarian Culinary Trained ChefsDude/Guest Ranches |
Email AccessFishing Fly Fishing Equipment Available Fish on Your Own Kids Fly Fishing Program Lake Fishing on Property Stream Fishing on Property Type of Fish Trout Spin Fishing Equipment Available Instruction Available Lake Fishing on Property River Fishing on Property GolfNear (within 30 miles) HikingOn Your Own Horseback RidingHorsemanshipHorsesAppaloosa Paint Quarter Languages SpokenEnglish French Laundry ServiceLiquorAvailable Mountain Biking |
Naturalist GuidesPets WelcomeRafting Nearby (within 30 miles) Remote LocationGenerates Own Power/Electricity Saddle Your Own HorseShort Stays (1-4 days)Always Swimming PoolHeated Wagon TripsWhite-Water RaftingWinter Months Open (Nov-March)Snowmobiling | |
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| LODGING |
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| Goosewing Ranch has 8 individual cabins, complete with a private bath, carpeted floors, heating stoves, and front porches overlooking the Gros Ventre River and valley. There is a large, family-style log home for large groups. With its large stone fireplace, the main lodge serves as a central gathering place for dining and relaxing. A loft bar, with a pool table and satellite television, overlooks the main room. Hot tub and outdoor heated swimming pool are also on the property. |
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| Short driving distance to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, minutes from Wilderness boundary, unlimited hiking and horseback riding trails out the front door; fishing in the Gros Ventre River on property and numerous lakes within minutes of ranch; scenic and whitewater rafting on Snake River and rodeo 2 nights a week in Jackson 1 hour away. |
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| FOR CHILDREN |
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| Daily horseback rides, wagon rides and horse training in arena, abundant hiking trails, swimming pool and billiards table on property, fishing in Gros Ventre River and nearby lakes, archery, target shooting, horseshoe pits and ball games. |
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| Excellent and varied international dishes each night along with a weekly riverside cowboy cookout. Alcoholic beverages available at additional cost (full liquor license). |
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| Yes, ideal for groups/reunions |
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| Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce |
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| REGION/CUSTOMS |
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| The Gros Ventre Valley is part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, in the middle of one of the three National Forests surrounding the two National Parks (Grand Teton and Yellowstone). The area was a trapper paradise before becoming cowboy country. |
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| HISTORY/HOSTS |
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| The history of the Gros Ventre valley is dated in centuries. The first Indians came without horses more than two centuries ago, while the first French trappers wandered through with horses around 1820. As they encountered the Indians, they named them the Gros Ventre, meaning Fat Bellies. In 1902, the Goosewing was homesteaded by the two Horn brothers. With time, the original homestead became a cattle ranch, and as new owners came, a guest ranch in the late fifties. Francois Corrand rewrote history by coming from France and made his dream come true in 1995. |
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| The Goosewing Ranch goal is for guests to be part of the family and to feel like they are home. Due to the small capacity, activities are customized as much as possible, with plans made around dinner for the following day. This could be your schedule: Day 1 Arrive in Jackson Hole in later afternoon at the Ranch. Enjoy a welcoming drink while you learn about the ranch, then a quick tour of the property and a little time to relax. Dinner is served at 7:00pm. Day 2 After a hearty breakfast, get instructions and saddle-up for your first trail ride. After lunch, hit the trail for Cottonwood Creek and Gunsight Pass viewing antelope and deer grazing the meadows as you ascend to spectacular views. Back at the ranch there's the hot tub, swimming pool or fly fishing in the Gros Ventre River (which runs through the property). You'll have a little time to work on your billiards game before dinner in the main lodge. Day 3 Get ready to continue exploring the valley on horseback. Bald eagles, swan, geese and cranes are common near the water. Or take a ride through Teepee Creek Canyon and try to spot some bear and moose. Tonight, cookout under the stars along the river with live entertainment, a campfire, and the sound of howling coyotes. Day 4 Take a slow day to enjoy other area recreational opportunities such as fishing, biking, hiking, swimming, tossing horseshoes, or take some side trips for rafting/shopping/rodeo in Jackson or a drive to Yellowstone National Park. Day 5 All-day ride around Goosewing Creek. Lunch is on the trail. Then in the afternoon, back to the ranch just in time for the kids to show off their roping skills. Day 6 1/2 day horseback ride to Sportsman Ridge takes us to the old cabins and corrals originally built by the mountain men as they explored this part of the Rockies. A wagon ride awaits guests back at the ranch followed by lawn games after dinner. Day 7 Final full day horseback ride exploring deep into the wilderness, with lunch on the trail. Tonight will be a farewell dinner and a campfire with s'mores. On your day of departure, breakfast is provided, and transportation is arranged to the airport in time for your flight home. |
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