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Western Pleasure Guest Ranch Family owned and operated guest ranch located in the scenic panhandle of North Idaho.
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Western Pleasure Guest ranch is located on 1100 acres and adjacent to thousands of acres of land with breathtaking views of the Selkirk and Cabinet Mountains. We are a fifth generation cattle ranch that has been operating on the same land since 1940. Western Pleasure Guest Ranch is located in Idaho's scenic Panhandle, about 16 miles northeast of Sandpoint, Idaho, recently voted the Most Beautiful Town in America by Rand McNally. The ranch is conveniently just 60 miles from the Canadian border and 35 miles from Montana. Roley and Janice Schoonover, and her parents, ranchers Jim and Virginia Wood, have transformed this historic ranch into one of Idaho's quality guest ranches. Your hosts will share their love for their family ranch along with the rich history, beauty and traditions of the area.

When we're not here at the ranch welcoming all of you, you might wonder what some of us get up to. Well — this year, Dan...
10/14/2026

When we're not here at the ranch welcoming all of you, you might wonder what some of us get up to. Well — this year, Danielle, Janice, Libby and Emily have been busy in the saddle! Between us, we've made it to nine horse shows, two week long horse camps, and four clinics, competing in ranch events and soaking up everything we can.

Everyone here at the ranch shares the same commitment to becoming better horsemen and horsewomen. Every show, every camp, every clinic teaches us something new — and we bring all of it home, so the whole team keeps growing alongside the horses we love and the guests we get to share them with.

We've got an exciting adventure on the horizon that we can't wait to tell you about... but you'll have to stay tuned. More soon!



Fall is golden hour at the ranch!Crisp mornings in the saddle, leaves turning gold across the meadows, and a wood stove ...
10/07/2026

Fall is golden hour at the ranch!

Crisp mornings in the saddle, leaves turning gold across the meadows, and a wood stove crackling back at the cabin. Autumn at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch is made for slowing down.

This season, settle in with:
🏡 Private log cabin rentals, room for up to six and cozy enough for two
☕ Bed & breakfast stays in our lodge rooms
🐴 Two-hour guided trail rides through the Cabinet Mountain foothills

Downtown Sandpoint is just 16 miles away, and the fall calendar is full:
🍎 Oct 11 · Apple Fest downtown
🌾 Oct 17 · Harvest Fest, the Farmers Market season finale at Farmin Park
🎬 Oct 17–24 · The first-ever Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest
🎣 Nov 21–29 · K&K Thanksgiving Fishing Derby on Lake Pend Oreille
🎄 Thanksgiving weekend · Tree Lighting & Santa's arrival at Jeff Jones Town Square
⛷️ Late Nov · Schweitzer opening day (weather permitting!)

Spend the morning exploring the ranch on horseback, heading to Sandpoint for the afternoon for downtown shopping, walks along the beach in the fall foliage, and finish the evening off at the ranch around the campfire.

Book your fall getaway at www.westernpleasureranch.com
Trail rides need 24 hours' notice, and Sundays are the horses' day off.

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It's time to book your fall trail ride at the ranch! Call 208-263-9066 to make your reservation. Rides can be scheduled ...
10/01/2026

It's time to book your fall trail ride at the ranch! Call 208-263-9066 to make your reservation. Rides can be scheduled at 10:00 or 2:00 Monday through Saturday. See you on the trail!!!

09/21/2026

There is no better place to take in the beautiful scenery covered in Fall colors than from horseback!

As the summer heat gives way to crisp mountain breezes, it's time for our Fall Scenic 2-Hour Guided Trail Rides starting September 22. Fall in Sandpoint offers a quiet, unhurried rhythm—where golden leaves frame pristine timberland, and the connection between horse and rider takes center stage.

Whether you're looking for a peaceful couples' getaway, a memorable weekend ride with the family, or an authentic taste of Idaho horsemanship, we invite you to join our ranch story this season.

Fall Ride Schedule & Details:

Start Date: September 22

Daily Ride Times: 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM

Duration: 2-Hour Guided Trail Ride

Reservations Required: Call us directly at (208) 263-9066 to hold your call, grab your boots, and come experience the heritage, horsemanship, and heart of the true West.

If you would like to extend your Fall get away, we have cozy cabins and rooms in our hand hewn log lodge. We look forward to welcoming you to the ranch!

Family owned and operated guest ranch located in the scenic panhandle of North Idaho.

09/19/2026

There is no better place to witness autumn’s arrival than from the saddle in the foothills of North Idaho’s Cabinet Mountains!

​As the summer heat gives way to crisp mountain breezes, it's time for our Fall Scenic 2-Hour Guided Trail Rides starting September 22. Fall in Sandpoint offers a quiet, unhurried rhythm—where golden leaves frame pristine timberland, and the connection between horse and rider takes center stage.

​Whether you're looking for a peaceful couples' getaway, a memorable weekend ride with the family, or an authentic taste of Idaho horsemanship, we invite you to join us this season.

​Fall Ride Schedule & Details:

​Start Date: September 22

​Daily Ride Times: 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM

​Duration: 2-Hour Guided Trail Ride

​Reservations Required: Call us directly at (208) 263-9066 to hold your spot

​Full Trail Ride Details: westernpleasureranch.com/horseback-trail-rides/

​Spots fill quickly as the foliage changes. Give us a call, grab your boots, and come experience the heritage, horsemanship, and heart of the true West.

08/25/2026

You know it's getting dusty when the wranglers bust out the goggles to run out the herd!

08/20/2026

Join us at the ranch next week, August 24th through August 27th, for guided trail rides and ranch dining! You don’t have to stay overnight at the ranch to experience Western Pleasure Guest Ranch this week!

What we are offering:

2-Hour Guided Trail Rides

​When: August 24th – 29th

​Price: $90 per person

​Details: Saddle up for a guided ride through scenic mountain trails and quiet meadows. Open to all experience levels—no lodging reservation needed! More information is available at https://westernpleasureranch.com/horseback-trail-rides/

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Ranch Gourmet Dinners

​When: August 24th – 29th

​Price: $48 per person

​Details: Join us in the lodge for a country gourmet dinner and dessert.

​Good to Know Before You Book

​Drive-In Access: Both horseback riding and dining are available to non-overnight guests for this limited week.

​Reservations Required: Spots for both rides and dinners are strictly limited to keep groups small, so advance reservations are required.

​Menu Options: Meals feature fresh country gourmet dishes; call ahead to hear the daily menu options or discuss special dietary needs.

​Location: We are located just a short drive north of Sandpoint, Idaho.

​Ready to join us for a day on the ranch? Call (888) 863-9066 to check daily menu choices and lock in your trail ride or dinner reservation. You can also learn more at www.westernpleasureranch.com!

Family owned and operated guest ranch located in the scenic panhandle of North Idaho.

08/11/2026

This was our view today… how was yours?

​Just golden light, a little dust, and the herd heading out for the evening.

​Our family has been taking in this view in the mountains of Sandpoint, Idaho for five generations. No crowds, no polished tourist traps—just real horses, open land, and honest western hospitality.

​Would you like this view to be yours?

​Come ride with us at www.westernpleasureranch.com.

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We have a rare opening for an all-inclusive 5-night stay from August 23rd – 28th, and we are offering a special last-min...
08/06/2026

We have a rare opening for an all-inclusive 5-night stay from August 23rd – 28th, and we are offering a special last-minute rate of $2,800 per person—that’s a savings of up to over $400 per person!

Call (208) 263-9066 to get this special offer!

​Whether you want to gather the family before school starts, enjoy a quiet adult getaway in nature, or just looking for one last summer adventure, Western Pleasure Guest Ranch is ready to make your summer dreams a reality.

Address

1413 Upper Gold Creek Road
Sandpoint, ID
83864

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