Westgate River Ranch

Westgate River Ranch Resort is a surprising, refreshing western getaway in the heart of Florida. Just over an hour from Orlando, this dude ranch has everything from horseback riding and hayrides to a weekly sanctioned rodeo. Take an airboat tour on Lake Kissimmee or a swamp buggy ride on River Ranch’s trail. You’ll also find a petting zoo, mini golf and skeet shooting, just to name a few of the other activites offered. The Smokehouse Grill Restaurant is sure to have something to appease any appetite. Lodging offers efficiency rooms, inn rooms and courtyard suites, some with screened porches and full kitchens. Relish in Westgate River Ranch’s many activities and quaint accommodations!

Price Range: $79 - $149
Size: 125 Units
Open Season: Year Round
Kids Allowed: Yes
Pets Allowed: No
Restaurant Onsite: Yes
Conference Facility: Yes
Nearest Popular City: Lake Wales
Nearest Lake/River: Lake Kissimmee
Languages: English

Dude Ranch

A 1,700-acre ranch will have you hollering “yee-haw!" Guided nature hikes, hayrides and horseback riding fill your days; then, head to the River Ranch Saloon for line dancing. The ranch holds a sanctioned rodeo every Saturday in its 1,200-seat rodeo stadium!

Family

Your family will find it a throwback to early days of cowboys and cattle ranches. Hiking, fishing, golfing and a petting zoo are onsite, all just over an hour from the theme parks of Orlando. There’s a restaurant located onsite along with airy and comfortable lodging.

Golf

The 3,321-yard 9-hole regulation golf course is a hit for those wanting a break from ranch activities. Take a swing at the driving range or putting green. There are club rentals and the fee includes golf carts. Visit the onsite golf pro shop for a range of golf attire.

Lake

The ranch offers a full service marina, complete with rentals, that opens into the Kissimmee River; you have full access to Lake Okeechobee – one of the largest fresh water lakes in the U.S. – and Lake Kissimmee. Fishing, canoeing and boating are great pastimes!

Romantic

For a cozy getaway with plenty of privacy, the resort offers much to do without ever leaving the grounds. Go on a hayride, take a guided nature hike or go horseback riding. There’s even a chapel onsite in case you want to tie the knot!

Just over an hour from Orlando, this dude ranch has everything from horseback riding and hayrides to a weekly sanctioned rodeo. Take an airboat tour on Lake Kissimmee or a swamp buggy ride on River Ranch’s trail. You’ll also find a petting zoo, mini golf and skeet shooting, just to name a few of the other activites offered. The Smokehouse Grill Restaurant is sure to have something to appease any appetite. Lodging offers efficiency rooms, inn rooms and courtyard suites, some with screened porches and full kitchens. Relish in Westgate River Ranch’s many activities and quaint accommodations!

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