Two Barns • Three Paddock Areas
Designed with equine comfort and safety as top priorities. We offer a total of 15 outdoor paddocks and 19 box stalls across three distinct ranch areas.
Facility Details & Amenities
Everything you need for a comfortable stay with your horse.
- Rate: $12/night per horse
- 15 Outdoor Paddocks across 3 secure ranch areas
- 19 Box Stalls in outdoor-style barn
- Fresh water available at every paddock area
- Manure carts provided for easy clean-up. Ranch guest provides own pitch fork, water bucket, & feed.
- Flexible use of paddock & stall when space allows
- Current negative Coggins required for all horses
Water Hose Rule: Please do NOT insert the hose end directly into your water bucket to prevent cross-contamination between horses.
Hay Feeding: Please use a hay bag for feeding hay in paddocks and stalls.
Paddocks & Stalls are first-come, first-served upon arrival.
Horse Activities, Lessons & Experiences
Whether you're introducing a toddler to Blackjack the Miniature Donkey, taking your first riding lesson, driving a Percheron draft horse through forest trails, or hosting a Scout group badge clinic, we have an experience tailored for you!
Miniature Donkey AdventureDonkey & Me
A fun short adventure with Blackjack, our Miniature Donkey! Children learn to groom, pick feet, saddle, and ride Blackjack on a safe lead line. Tailored to each child's comfort level and attention span.
- Led on lead line at all times
- Helmets, long pants & closed-toe shoes required
- Priced according to child's comfort level
One-on-One InstructionRiding Lessons
Open to all ages from beginner to advanced. Lessons combine grooming, hoof care, saddling, and riding in our ranch paddock arena. Small guided trail outings arranged with staff approval.
- 1-on-1 personalized instruction
- All ages & experience levels
- Focus on safety, grooming & riding posture
Forest Cart AdventuresDriving Lessons
Learn to groom, tack, and hook Thorn, our Percheron draft horse, to our Meadowbrook cart. Ride out into the forest trails with our expert staff — plan for a true four-wheeling adventure, horsepower style!
- For 1 or 2 participants at a time
- 1 to 1.5 hour forest driving session
- Accompanied by experienced ranch staff
Scouts, Schools & Group ClinicsYouth & Community Education
Hands-on group clinics teaching horse care, ground work, leading, tacking, riding, driving, and equine safety. Perfect for Boy Scouts (Equine Merit Badge), 4-H clubs, and community groups.
- Rotational hands-on learning stations
- Miniature Donkey ice-breaker start
- Customized quotes for small & large groups
Peace of Mind on National Forest TrailsHelp Me, Please (Complimentary Trail Guide)
Nervous about navigating 666,000 acres of Chequamegon-Nicolet forest trails? Staff host Sarah is happy to ride along to orient you, guide you to river crossings or overlooks, and ensure you make it back safely!
- Complimentary service for ranch guests
- Ranch cell numbers provided for trail support
- Great for first-time horse campers
Please Keep In Mind… Ranch & Horse Rules
Our single goal is for both horse and human guests to enjoy being together safely. Please read our guidelines prior to your visit.
Footwear, Helmets & Waivers
- •Closed-Toed Shoes Mandatory: Anyone entering barn or paddock areas (parents, grandparents, siblings included) MUST have closed-toed shoes. Flip-flops are strictly forbidden in horse areas.
- •Helmets Required: All riders, including adults and youth, must wear a helmet during any riding or driving activity on ranch grounds.
- •Signed Liability Release: All participants must sign our Release of Liability prior to any equine activity. Minors must have an adult signature.
- •Coggins & Disease Policy: All horses entering ranch grounds must have current negative Coggins. Horses exposed to EHV-1, Strangles, or contagious illness must stay home.
Horse Behavior & Trail Etiquette
- •Walk at All Times: Horses are flight animals. Walk calmly — never run or rush around barn areas or unknown horses.
- •No Hand-Feeding Treats: Hand-feeding is prohibited as it promotes biting; we protect little fingers that look like carrots!
- •No Loose Grazing: Always keep horses on a lead line when snacking; never turn them loose untethered.
- •Nicolet Trail Courtesy: ATV/UTV riders on shared Nicolet trails are instructed to stop or slow down. Wave and thank them for courtesy!
- •Strict No Fireworks Policy: To keep our equine guests calm, fireworks are strictly forbidden anywhere on ranch grounds.
Recommended Veterinary Resources
Mountain is ~45 mins from major stores. Bring thermometer, Banamine, Bute, vet wrap & antibiotic cream.
Reserve Your Spur of the Moment Experience
Tell us your preferred dates, lodging style, horse & dog guest. We will get back to you promptly with rates and check-in details.
Please contact us directly via email or phone if you have questions about bringing a horse or dog, as our online booking does not process pet add-ons directly (they can be added upon arrival or via direct contact). Paddocks & stalls are first-come, first-served upon arrival.
Check Availability & Reserve
Select below or call us directly at (800) 644-8783. We respond promptly with cabin and campsite openings.