Western Pleasure Guest Ranch

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.

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/


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.

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.

07/23/2026

Morning rides hit different when there’s hot coffee waiting at the end 🌲☕️🐴

​ For our weekly breakfast ride, we saddle up early and ride out through the Cabinet Mountain foothills to our cabin in the woods for an open-air breakfast with the ranch crew. Once you've had your fill, take the long scenic loop or head straight back to the barn—the trail is yours.

​ It's a morning filled with good food, great views, and authentic Idaho western living.

​📍 Western Pleasure Guest Ranch (Sandpoint, ID)

👉 Plan your getaway at www.westernpleasureranch.com

07/09/2026

We are thrilled to celebrate Jim and Virginia Wood (Janice’s wonderful parents), who were honored to be selected as the Grand Marshals for this year's Sandpoint 4th of July Parade! Making the occasion even more monumental, they led the procession in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

At 97 and 98 years young, Jim and Virginia had a blast waving to the crowds and taking in the sights of downtown Sandpoint from the best seats in the house.

A massive thank you goes out to Mike Nagel and his incredible team of parade-pro Belgian horses for providing such a spectacular ride.

​Did you know? When Mike isn't driving his beautiful Belgians down Main Street in July, he’s guiding our horse-drawn sleigh rides through the snow during the winter months!

07/04/2026

Today, as the flags wave high through our small-town parade and fireworks light up the night, we are profoundly grateful to celebrate the 250th Independence Day of the United States of America.

​From our family to yours, Happy 4th of July from all of us at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch!

07/03/2026

On this July 3rd, the day before the United States of America's 250th Independence Day, John Wayne just seems to have the right words to say. ♥️🤍💙

​Nobody captured the true heart of American history quite like the Duke. His words remind us that our freedom wasn't an accident; it was hard-won by generations of pioneers who possessed the grit to build a great nation from the wild frontier. Tomorrow, we will look back on the rich history of the United States with deep gratitude, proud to keep that timeless spirit of liberty and the West alive on the very land we call home.

06/24/2026

Recharge incoming!

Are you looking for an opportunity to recharge from the daily grind? Find your next adventure at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch!

Address

1413 Upper Gold Creek Road
Sandpoint, ID
83864

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