Rates and Policies
2026 Reservations
2026 reservations are now open contact us to book your stay!
Our 2026 Family Season runs from Sunday, June 14 - Saturday, August 22, 2025. Guests arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday.
Summer season concludes with three adult-only weeks starting Sunday, August 23 running until Friday, September 11, 2026.
2026 Rates and Policies
*Rates include lodging, meals, all guided activities, gratuity, taxes and fees *Airport transportation, beer and wine are available for an additional cost
2026 Family Season 6-Night All-Inclusive Rates
(June 14th - August 22nd, 2026)
| - Riding Adult | $5,300 |
| - Non-Riding Adult | $4,450 |
| - Jet (ages 13-17) | $3,800 |
| -Peanut (ages 6-12) | $3,300 |
| -Child Under 6 with Ranch Sitter | $2,300 |
| -Child Under 6 No Sitter | $500 |
2026 Adult Only Season All-Inclusive Rates
(August 23rd - September 11th, 2026)
| Riding Adult (6-nights) | $5,300 |
| Non-Riding Adult (6-nights) | $4,450 |
| Riding Adult (5-nights Sep 6-11) | $4,400 |
| Non-Riding Adult (5-nights Sep 6-11) | $3,700 |
What's Included in Your Stay?
- Three meals a day
- Lodging
- Guided horseback riding, hiking, and fly-fishing
- Cowboy boots and hats for borrow
- Wi-Fi in the guest office
- Gratuity
- Taxes and fees
What's Not Included in Your Stay?
- Airport transportation
- Beer and wine
- Massages
Discounts
10% discount for the week of August 16-22, 2026
10% discount for groups of 10 or more: One person must be in charge of coordinating all group reservation details and agrees to be responsible for all communication with the ranch as well as payment for the group.
12% discount for 2-week stays: For 2 consecutive weeks at the ranch. Activities are offered on Saturdays for 2-week guests.
10% discount for groups of 4 or more during adult-only weeks: One person must be in charge of coordinating all group reservation details and agrees to be responsible for all communication with the ranch as well as payment for the group.
Reservation Policy
We recommend booking up to a year in advance.
A 20% non-refundable deposit is due upon booking.
60 days prior to your arrival date, the remainder of your balance is due. If your remaining balance is not received by the due date, we reserve the right to rebook your cabin.
All of our guests arrive on Sundays and depart on Saturdays. We cannot accommodate short stay requests.
Check in time is 2pm on Sunday. Check out time is 10am on Saturday.
Cancellation Policy
Please finalize any changes 90 days before your arrival date. If you cancel prior to
90 days before your arrival date, deposits may be rolled to the following summer (2027) but will not be refunded. In the event you cancel within 90 days, deposits will not be rolled or refunded. However, if we are able to fill your booking with a party of a similar size, your deposit can be rolled to the following summer (2027). Our policy regarding non-refundable deposits is in place to protect both our guests and the ranch, so we are not able to make exceptions.
60 days before your arrival date, the remainder of your balance is due. If you cancel within 60 days of your arrival date, the remaining balance will not be refunded or rolled to the following summer. If we do not receive your balance 60 days prior to your arrival, we reserve the right to release your reservation.
If Elkhorn Ranch cancels a reservation for any reason reasonably within its control, a full refund of the reservation will be given. However, in such cases Elkhorn Ranch will not be responsible for any additional costs incurred, such as airline tickets, hotel rooms, equipment, medical expenses, etc.
In the event that Elkhorn Ranch must cancel a reservation as a result of an occurrence of force majeure, including acts of God; fire; flood; explosion; extraordinary and destructive weather conditions directly affecting Elkhorn Ranch’s ability to safely provide lodging or activities; acts, laws, orders or restraint of government; pandemic or outbreaks of sickness or disease; terrorism, war, sabotage or vandalism; accident, civil disorder or riots within Elkhorn Ranch’s operating areas or directly affecting Elkhorn Ranch’s performance; or any other circumstances beyond Elkhorn Ranch’s control, no refunds will be provided.
We highly recommend insuring your vacation with a travel insurance company of your choice. The Dude Ranchers’ Association recommends Travel Guard.
Ranch Policies
Check in and Check out:
Check in on Sunday: 2pm
Check out on Saturday: 10am
Horseback Riding:
All riders must go on Family Ride on Monday morning.
For the safety of our guests and horses, the weight limit for riding is 250 pounds with a BMI max of 34. This weight limit will be enforced and weight will be verified if needed.
Riders must be capable of mounting their horse without assistance, and have enough core strength to stay centered and balanced on their horse.
Riders may not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol while riding.
For safety reasons, all riders must wear slip-on cowboy boots with a smooth sole (available to borrow).
We offer a variety of cowboy hats, boots, and rain slickers for guests to borrow. All hats require a stampede string (provided by ranch) if worn while riding.
We do not provide riding helmets. We have them available for purchase or you may bring your own.
We do not allow pregnant riders.
Children under 6 may not trail ride, but they can be led around the ranch on horseback when scheduling permits.
We ride nose to tail for safety.
For the safety of our guests and horses, the ranch reserves the right to determine a guest’s suitability for horseback riding; if we determine that a guest is not safe to ride for any reason, they will be designated as a non-rider and refunded the difference between the rider and non-rider rate.
Other Ranch Activities:
Guided horseback riding, hiking and fly fishing are included in your stay.
There is no need to sign up for activities before you arrive.
We are no longer offering Yellowstone tours. We highly recommend visiting Yellowstone before or after you arrive at the ranch. There are many Yellowstone tour companies in the area.
Under 6 Childcare Options:
You may bring your own sitter at no charge with the understanding that they are here as a dedicated caretaker. They may not participate in guest activities but are able to stay in your cabin, unless a small cabin is available.
You may hire a sitter for the week through the ranch. There is limited availability each summer for sitters. Children must be at least 2 years of age or older if Elkhorn is providing a sitter service.
Family members may care for and supervise young children.
Transportation:
We highly recommend renting a car to allow you more flexibility throughout the week. Our transportation is limited to 2 shuttles per week. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Transportation is $250 per way, per car from Bozeman airport. If our transportation service is fully booked, we are happy to recommend other transportation companies.
Wi-Fi and Cell Service:
Cell phone service blissfully has not reached the ranch. There is access to good Wi-Fi at the office which is available to you 24/7. You may also want to leave the ranch telephone number (406-995-4291) as a contact number.
All ranch policies are subject to change. In the event that we make a change to our policies, all guests will be notified promptly.
Airport Transportation
We recommend renting a vehicle to give you more flexibility throughout the week. However, we offer airport transportation at an additional cost.
Bozeman International Airport: $250 per trip ($500 round trip), up to 5 guests
West Yellowstone Airport: $175 per trip, up to 5 guests
Contact Us
Phone: (406) 995-4291 from 8:00am to 5:00pm MST
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Addresses: 33133 Gallatin Road, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
Explore the Ranch
The Family Experience
Elkhorn is a ranch custom built for families of all ages. Whether you've got young kids or are getting together for a family reunion, your family will feel relaxed, recharged, and special with our authentic Western hospitality.
Lodging
Built to last, most of the log cabins on the ranch were erected by its founders in the 1930s. Though since modernized to include private bathrooms, electricity, and other comforts, their rustic charm and enduring appeal remain.
Horseback Riding
Horseback riding in Montana's Big Sky country is something most people never forget. Escape to the mountains bordering Yellowstone with relaxed instruction during day-long rides to breathtaking peaks, streams, and lakes.