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Idaho Dude Ranch Vacation
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At a Glance
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| Famous For: | Friendly hospitality, excellent flyfishing, beautiful hiking and horse trails, excellent food. |
| Capacity: | 35- 40, depending on size of family that fills each cabin. |
| Open: | June 1 - Oct. 15, 2010. |
| Altitude: | 5785 feet above sea level. |
| Location: | 38 miles north of Stanley, Idaho |
| Reservations: | 1-800-222-1269; 208-336-9772 |
| Rates: |
Adults: $1475 (Teens $1275) WEEKLY, $240 adults ($220 teens) DAILY
Children: 3-5 years, $645 WEEKLY; $125 DAILY. 6-12 years, $945 WEEKLY; $170 DAILY, Under 2 - no charge |
| Minimum Stay: | One week, unless otherwise agreed upon; beginning on Saturday. |
| Deposit: | 20 percent to confirm your reservation. |
| Payment: | Check, Money Order, Travellers Cheque or Cash. |
| Closest Airports: | Boise, Twin-Falls, Idaho Falls, and Sun Valley, Idaho. |
| Transportation: | You can drive directly to the ranch or charter a plane to our landing strip (2600'). |
| Travel Agents: | YES |
| Guest Reviews: | Read reviews from travelers who have visited this ranch. |
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 Airstrip on PropertyArcheryBig/Heavy Riders200-250 lbs. 250-300 lbs. BirdingCamps for KidsDude Ranch with Kids Camp Children's ProgramsBaby Sitting Children's Trail Riding6 yrs old 7 yrs old and over Corporate Groups, MeetingsSmall (under 50) CuisineRanch/Western Culinary Trained ChefsDude/Guest Ranches |
Fishing Fly Fishing Equipment Available Fish on Your Own Lake Fishing on Property Professional Guides & Instruction Stream Fishing on Property Type of Fish Trout Spin Fishing Equipment Available Instruction Available Lake Fishing on Property River Fishing on Property HandicappedWheelchair Friendly HikingGuided On Your Own Historic - National Historic SiteHoneymoon PackagesHorseback RidingHorsesAppaloosa Draft Paint Quarter Thoroughbred Hot SpringsNearby (within 30 miles) Hunting RanchesBig Game Bear Deer Elk Languages SpokenEnglish French Laundry Service |
Liquor Available Bring Your Own Pack TripsPets WelcomeRaftingNearby (within 30 miles) Remote LocationAccessible by Helicopter Accessible by Small Plane Generates Own Power/Electricity Short Stays (1-4 days)Off Season Only Swimming PoolNot Heated White-Water RaftingWorkshopsArt Nature Photography Yoga | |
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| LODGING |
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| The Diamond D Ranch is nestled in a valley in the Frank Church Wilderness and is surrounded by the Salmon River mountains. Many of our guests enjoy cracking a window at night and listening to the sounds of the bubbling stream and the wind in the trees from the comfort of their cabin. The Diamond D Ranch offers modern accomodations including three two-bedroom cabins (each holding six people), one large four-bedroom cabin which will sleep ten, two suites (Honeymoon and Ranch suites), each holding a single or couple comfortably. All cabins and suites have a private bathroom and porch or deck with views of golden sunrises, rippling aspen, fields of wildflowers, and horses galloping across the meadows, and star filled skies. The main lodge has five lodge rooms. Part of the main Lodge was built in the very early 1900's, which was the original Coleman homestead house. In 1916, what is our present living room, was added onto the lodge as a post office, dance hall, saloon, and restaurant. The Demorest family first came onto the ranch in 1951 with plans of developing the ranch as a guest ranch knowing there was lots of hard work to do. In 1961 Tom Demorest continued to add to the lodge, by developing a kitchen area, bathroom facilities, and dining room (which expanded the first floor of the lodge by 50%). Now the lodge serves as the main gathering area for dining, games, and fireside conversation. |
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| RECREATION |
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| The Diamond D Ranch is situated in the largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states. The Frank Church Wilderness is approximately 2.4 million acres. There is an endless amount of country and wildlife to see, streams to fish and mountains in which to hike or horseback ride. The Diamond D Ranch offers several activities daily, however participation is completely up to the individual. Two guided trailrides are offered most days with the exception of an all day lunch ride on Fridays. A full day guided hike is offered on Wednesdays to one of many beautiful destinations, including Mystery Lake, Owens Hotsprings, and Summitt Ridge. Lake and Stream fishing is always a popular activity. Loon creek has been noted as one of the best flyfishing streams in Idaho and we have had many return guests because of that. Please inquire about our flyfishing/packtrips and flyfishing/backpacking trips. Our standard packtrips are three to five days, however given enough notice we can make other arrangements. Some of our other activities include gold panning, horseshoe pits, volleyball, archery, target and skeet shooting, barbecues, campfires, swimming in our pool, or relaxing in our hot tub, wonderful wildlife viewing and scenic trips. Fly Fishing packages, NEW Wilderness Photography Tours, Equitrekking |
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| FOR CHILDREN |
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| Being in the wild west is a very exciting adventure for children. Our staff tries to make everyday fun and memorable for the children by offering western lore of the area, a variety of crafts, nature walks, goldpanning and other adventures. Some of our staff members have even been known to strap on a headlamp and take the kids in search of Night Crawlers in the moonlight. Children six years and older may participate in the above activities (under recreation). For children under six, there are supervised games, swimming, pony rides, etc. For the very young, three and under, there is baby-sitting available. |
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| FOOD/LIQUOR |
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| A variety of taste-tempting meals are served family style in the lodge dining room or at outdoor poolside barbecues. Breakfasts range from hot oatmeal, fresh fruit selections, yogurts, special breads, to french toast, pancakes, eggs and bacon, biscuits & gravy, waffles, and beautiful quiches. A few examples of lunches are homemade soups, mediterranean quisine, tacos, french dips and other gourmet sandwiches and sides. DInners range from Italian dinners of spaghetti, lasagna, eggplant or veal parmesan to prime rib, ham dinner, turkey dinner, Lemon chicken, seafood linguini, surf and turf, and much more!!! Breads and deserts are baked fresh daily and are irresistible. ***WE DO SELL A NICE SELECTION OF WINE AND BEER*** but hard liquor is not available. You are welcome to bring your own if you wish. There are mini-fridges in each of the cabins and suites. |
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| BUSINESS/MEETINGS |
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| We have the availability to handle large numbers at business meetings, retreats and seminars. We have a conference room and have had many such retreats in recent years. |
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| MEMBERSHIPS |
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| Idaho Outfitters and Guides Assn., Idaho Guest Ranch Assn., America Outdoors |
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| REGION/CUSTOMS |
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| The Diamond D ranch is approximately 38 miles north of Stanley in the Frank Church Wilderness. Since we sit right in a valley surrounded by miles and miles of mountains, we get plenty of snow in our off season, which currently allows us seasonal business. Our season begins June 1st and ends Oct. 15th and we go into hunting season in September as well, which goes from Sept. 15 - Nov. 18. We have cabins, suites, and lodge rooms to fit all budgets and family sizes. |
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| HISTORY/HOSTS |
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| The Diamond D Ranch was initially a supply store for area mining operations in the mid-1800s. As mining faded and interest grew in big game hunting and mountain stream fishing, the ranch developed into a guest ranch and hunting lodge. The ranch is located in the heart of the 2.4 million acre Frank Church Wilderness area in central Idaho, and maintains its presence in a secluded valley at the confluence of three beautiful flowing streams. The Diamond D Ranch has been owned and operated by the Demorest family for over 50 years. John Demorest purchased the Diamond D Ranch in 1951 with a vision of the ranch becoming a guest ranch for many families to enjoy. The Diamond D has had a lot of work and love put into it over the years and it is our hope and dream to continue for many, many years to come. |
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| ITINERARY |
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| While we host scheduled events every day (see "Recreation"), it is our guests' choice whether or not to participate. |
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