Mountain Sky Guest Ranch

Kid Tips

Babies: Baby care is available at the ranch, or take advantage of the half-price discount for a nanny traveling with your family.

Toddlers & Pre-K: Younger kids enjoy the structured activities at "Beartown," a special program just for little ones that's staffed by enthusiastic caregivers who happily engage kids in arts and crafts, dress-up play, music, and outdoor fun.

Pre-Teens & Teens: Young adults can hang out with the grown-ups if they like, but special activities are available, too, including forays into a nearby town for burgers and fries.

Planning Notes

• Sign up right away for a massage. Massage openings fill quickly, so take a minute on the first day to reserve one (or two) massages at strategic times during the week.
• Bring tennis rackets. The championship all-weather tennis court is beautifully maintained, and staff members are happy to play if you don't have a partner. (Tennis balls are available at the ranch.)
• Bring hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes. Even non-hikers will want to explore the spectacular beauty of the surrounding creeks, forests, and mountains.
• Bring stampede strings. They'll keep your cowboy hat or baseball hat on tight while riding. They're available in the ranch gift shop, too.
• Bring your own pain reliever. There's no drugstore nearby, so if you're planning any long rides or hikes, pack some medicine for sore muscles.
• Sunscreen and bug spray are provided. If you have specific brand preferences or don't want to share, you may want to bring your own.
• Life without mobile phones or the Internet. Bring a phone card or buy a calling card at the front desk for use with a land line in the main lodge.

Just the Facts

Hours: May-October. One week minimum stay required during the summer months (Sunday to Sunday).

Fees: See website for rate information.

Recommended Time: Multi-day

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