Montana is a family-friendly getaway for people who love the outdoors.
Montana is known as Big Sky Country for its vast expanses of scenic landscapes. Home to dude ranches, buffalo and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Montana provides plenty of family-friendly outdoor activities. Staying at a guest ranch in Montana is an authentic way for travelers to experience this rugged state.
Centennial Guest Ranch
The Centennial Guest was opened in 1989 by Tim Beardsley, a licensed Montana outfitter, nature guide and Montana native. The ranch overlooks Madison Valley about 70 miles from Yellowstone National Park. Centennial offers families two private guesthouses in addition to accommodations in the main ranch house. The Cedar Creek Cabin is a one-bedroom cabin equipped with one queen and one twin bed, and a kitchen. For larger parties, the Jack Creek Cabin sleeps six to nine people in three bedrooms. The Jack Creek Cabin has a deck with views of the valley. but does not have a kitchen; meals are served family-style in the main ranch house. Families staying at Centennial take advantage of nearby streams for fishing, a guided horseback riding adventure, and pack trips organized by the staff.
Centennial Guest Ranch
40 Royal Tine Trail
P.O. Box 360
Ennis, MT 59729
406-682-7292
beardsleyoutfitting.com
Canyon Creek Guest Ranch
Canyon Creek Guest Ranch is an out-of-the-way spot situated in the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest. Canyon Creek is at the base of Sherriff Mountain near the Big Hole River about 55 miles south of Butte. Families choose to rent either a log cabin that sleeps 14 with full kitchen and bathroom facilities or a private cottage with a fireplace. Canyon Creek provides all meals in the main ranch house and staff will arrange a shuttle service to and from points of interest. Families at this guest ranch take part in lazy float rides down the creek, overnight camping trips, or visiting the nearby wildlife reserve.
Canyon Creek Guest Ranch
P.O. Box 126
Melrose, MT 59743
406-835-2207
Bull Run Guest Ranch
Bull Run Guest Ranch has been welcoming families for 30 years. The ranch comprises of 13,000 acres of Big Sky Country land near Great Falls. All cabins at Bull Run are equipped with kitchens, a private bathroom and sleep three to five people comfortably. The specialty at this cattle ranch is horseback riding and the staff here will arrange guided day trips. Families will appreciate the convenience of having a supermarket, laundry service and restaurants within 10 miles of the property.
Bull Run Guest Ranch
719 Sheep Creek Road
Cascade, MT 59421
406-781-0967
bullrunguestranch.com
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