Summer On The Ranch

Summer in Big Sky, Montana is pretty darn hard to beat—warm days, cool nights, no humidity, and lots of sunshine. There are so many things to do at the ranch, and in the mountains surrounding us, that it's impossible for us to list all the options. At the same time, we know that everyone has different interests, so our activity program is designed to fit your interests.

Options include horse back riding, hiking, fly fishing in the blue ribbon Gallatin River that runs along our western border.

Things to Bring

The mountains of Montana are still pretty wild, and the weather can be wild too. The state motto is "if you don't like the weather, wait a minute." It's always a good idea to dress in layers no matter what time of year you visit. Although during most summers it doesn't rain very often or for very long, bring rain gear and an extra pair of shoes. Sweaters and windbreakers are also a good idea-it can be in the 70's or 80's at the ranch, but ten or twenty degrees cooler on a mountain trail ride. Sunscreen is a good idea, especially at our 6,300 ft. above sea level altitude.

Trail Rides | Fly Fishing

Trail Rides

Let Marce Hoffman, our Horse Operations Manager, and his professional wranglers show you why riding is a way of life out here. Our wranglers cover 2,000 trail miles each year and take care of trail maintenance all summer long, so you know you’re in the hands of experts.

Take a ride through high mountain meadows or to the top of 10,000-ft. peaks. You can see the Sunken Forest that natural forces created in 1959, not to mention a wide variety of wildlife including elk, deer, eagles, moose, coyotes, bears, and if you're lucky, maybe even a wolf.

If you’re coming to see Montana, you really need to see it from the back of a horse…

Prices are subject to change.

Quick Fix

A 1- hour ride for those who want to take it slow.
$40.00 per person

The Montana Experience

A 2-hour ride through our gorgeous Big Sky wilderness
$60.00 per person

Half Day Adventure

This 3- to 4- hour ride takes you up into unspoiled Montana mountains, high above the Gallatin River Valley. Enjoy a leisurely ride through the spectacular pine forests and hanging meadows to unparalleled views.
$100.00 per person

Full-Day Horse Adventure

If you're looking for the classic Montana ranch experience, this is the trip for you. In 3 to 4 hours, you'll climb steadily out of the river valley straight up until you feel like you're on top of the world. Enjoy lunch along the shores of a crystalline mountain lake, where you can cool your toes in its icy waters or take a few fly casts in search of feisty trout. Or, you might choose to stretch your legs on a short hike, or just relax in the grass and enjoy the fantastic views before heading back to the ranch. It's pretty hard to find a better way to spend the day.
$185.00 per person (3 person minimum)

Private Rides

Add $100.00 to any of the above offerings.

Lessons

$80.00/hr. for 1 or 2 people

Totes

$35 for 1/2 hour tote
Available for children 7 years of age and under. Wrangler leads the horse on the flat ground with adult family member walking beside.

NOTE: Restrictions to age and weight may apply. Children must be 8 years old and 48 inches tall and a weight limit of less than 240 lbs for either adults or children.

2 hour Trail Ride to Chuck wagon BBQ

$85 Adults
$75 Child 12 & Under

Hayride to Chuck wagon BBQ

$55 Adults
$30 Child 12 & Under
Children menu: hot dogs or hamburgers and the trimmings

Fly fishing

As every dedicated angler knows, Montana is world-famous for wild trout. Two miles of the Blue Ribbon Gallatin River, made famous as the setting for the fishing scenes in the movie "A River Runs Through It," literally run through our property! We also have a private pond at the ranch, so you don't even have to leave the ranch to enjoy a day on the water.

Even more amazing, within a two-hour radius are some of the most famous fly fishing waters in the world including the Yellowstone, Madison, Henry's Fork, and streams and lakes in Yellowstone Park.

If you'd like to learn how to fish, or if you're an expert who wants to get the inside scoop on all the most productive local techniques, you can hire one of the ranch's guides for the day. Take fly-fishing lessons on our pond, enjoy a walk-and-wade trip on the Gallatin, float the Madison River, or take a horseback trip to a pristine mountain lake. We've got gear for you to rent, from rods and waders to float tubes and flies, or you can bring your own.

Montana is Mecca for millions of trout fishermen the world over, and the 320 is smack dab in the middle of some of the best opportunities for fishing, bar none!

Prices are subject to change.

Casting Instruction

Casting instruction on our stocked trout pond.

Walk & Wade Trips

Picture yourself in A River Runs Through It as you get into the water and cast. Let our guides find just the right spots and hook you onto some large Montana trout.
½ Day Walk/Wade Trips

Full Day Walk/Wade Trips

Float Trips

Try your cast from a drift boat as it floats along a beautiful river. You will be able to access places that are very difficult for most anglers to reach.

Trip costs include all rental gear, transportation, shuttle service, non-alcoholic beverages, lunches (on full day trips), and personalized professional instruction. Terminal tackle (leaders and flies), fishing licenses, taxes and gratuities are not included in the trip cost.

Equipment Rental

Let us take care of all your fishing needs.
Fly Fishing Rod & Reel
Spin Fishing Rod & Reel
Boots and Waders

The 320 Guest Ranch also offers fishing clinics and other special events. Use of the fishing pond is free to all guests at the 320 Guest Ranch. All prices are subject to change.