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USA Today Features Westgate River Ranch

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

“The website Family Vacation Critic.com calls Westgate River Ranch in Central Florida one of 10 ‘Best Dude Ranches.’ The kids will forget they’re an hour from Disney World when they’re riding horses down the Kissimmee River trail, watching Saturday night championship rodeos, taking hayrides through the countryside, fishing in the local pond, riding in swamp boats, skeet shooting and visiting with animals at the petting zoo . . .”
- Jenn Fusion, Family Vacation With Horseback Riding, USA Today

For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Something for Everyone at Westgate River Ranch!

Friday, July 9th, 2010

Westgate River Ranch is located just over an hour South of Orlando and approximately 25 minutes East of Lake Wales – “The Friendliest Small Town in Florida.”
The Lake Wales Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Westgate River Ranch lies adjacent to the 7,000-acre KICCO Wildlife Management Area, which runs along the Kissimmee River.
Outdoor recreational activities at the “World’s Largest Dude Ranch” include horseback riding, fishing, boating, hiking, swimming, trap and skeet shooting, airboat rides, swamp buggy rides and golf, as well as hayrides, a petting zoo and miniature golf course.
Westgate River Ranch hosts the Americom Championship Rodeo every Saturday night at 7:30 PM.
The casual Westgate Smokehouse Grill overlooks the scenic Kissimmee River.
Day trips from Westgate River Ranch include Historic Bok Sanctuary, a National Historic Landmark; Lake Wales Museum & Cultural Center; and Spook Hill, a “gravity-defying hill” in Lake Wales.

For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Interesting Facts About Westgate River Ranch!

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

Westgate River Ranch is located just over an hour South of Orlando and approximately 25 minutes East of Lake Wales – “The Friendliest Small Town in Florida.”
The Lake Wales Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Westgate River Ranch lies adjacent to the 7,000-acre KICCO Wildlife Management Area, which runs along the Kissimmee River.
Outdoor recreational activities at the “World’s Largest Dude Ranch” include horseback riding, fishing, boating, hiking, swimming, trap and skeet shooting, airboat rides, swamp buggy rides and golf, as well as hayrides, a petting zoo and miniature golf course.
Westgate River Ranch hosts the Americom Championship Rodeo every Saturday night at 7:30 PM.
The casual Westgate Smokehouse Grill overlooks the scenic Kissimmee River.
Day trips from Westgate River Ranch include Historic Bok Sanctuary, a National Historic Landmark; Lake Wales Museum & Cultural Center; and Spook Hill, a “gravity-defying hill” in Lake Wales.

For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Summer Escape to Westgate River Ranch!

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Summer is the perfect time to visit Westgate River Ranch, an authentic dude ranch located in Central Florida just one hour South of Orlando! Westgate River Ranch features several types of comfortable accommodations, as well as numerous onsite amenities:

Full-Service Marina: Boat rentals are available at Westgate River Ranch’s full-service marina such as 20-foot pontoon boats, 15-foot Jon Boats and canoes.
Trap & Skeet Range: Test your skill at target practice at the Trap & Skeet Range, which also features an adjacent archery range.
Hayrides: The old-fashioned, tractor-pulled hayride at Westgate River Ranch takes you on an adventure through the beautiful, 7,000-acre KICCO Wildlife Management Area, which lies along the Kissimmee River.
Nine-Hole Golf Course: The nine-hole golf course at Westgate River Ranch includes a driving range, putting green and golf pro shop.
Swamp Buggy Rides: View wildlife in its natural setting during a one-hour swamp buggy ride through Westgate River Ranch’s wooded trail.
Airboat Rides: During a fun-filled, one-hour airboat ride on the Kissimmee River, you can view wildlife such as alligators, bald eagles and deer.
Smokehouse Grill Restaurant: A charming waterfront eatery that overlooks the scenic Kissimmee River, the Smokehouse Grill at Westgate River Ranch offers a family-style menu and is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
River Ranch Saloon: Every Friday and Saturday night, the River Ranch Saloon at Westgate River Ranch features “live country-western foot-stompin’ entertainment and line dancing.”
Saturday Night Championship Rodeo: Enjoy trick riding, bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, rodeo clown antics and a patriotic tribute to our armed forces at the Americom Championship Rodeo every Saturday night at 7:30 PM at Westgate River Ranch.
Horseback Riding: Take a horseback riding adventure through the scenic trails that wind through Westgate River Ranch. Horseback riding lessons are available for all ages, as well as advance rider trail rides for more experienced riders.

For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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River Ranch: Return to Days of “Old Florida”

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

At Westgate River Ranch, an authentic dude ranch that lies on 1,700 beautiful acres, you and your family can return to the days of “Old Florida” when the state was home to cowboys and cattle ranchers. Westgate River Ranch provides a multitude of amazing recreational activities such as horseback riding, trap and skeet shooting, full-service marina, airboat and swamp buggy rides, nine-hole golf course and a championship rodeo on Saturday nights. For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Fun for All at Westgate River Ranch!

Monday, March 15th, 2010

Westgate River Ranch is an authentic dude ranch that lies on 1,700 acres in Central Florida, just one hour South of Orlando. Onsite amenities at Westgate River Ranch include the Smokehouse Grill Restaurant, a full-service marina, Saturday night rodeo, horseback riding, nine-hole golf course, outdoor pool, miniature golf, airboat and swamp buggy rides, River Ranch Saloon, skeet/trap shooting range, hay rides, general store with deli and wedding chapel. For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Enjoy a Valentine’s Getaway at River Ranch

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Westgate River Ranch features a special Valentine’s Weekend Package (February 12-14, 2010) that includes two-nights’ accommodations, welcome basket of champagne and chocolates, Saturday night hayride and cookout, and a choice of activity for two from a trail ride, airboat ride, swamp buggy ride or golf. Price based on two adults. Two-night minimum stay required. Based on availability. For more information, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Top 10 Westgate River Ranch Attractions

Tuesday, December 29th, 2009

10. Full-Service Marina: Boat rentals are available at Westgate River Ranch’s full-service marina such as 20-foot pontoon boats, 15-foot Jon Boats and canoes.

9. Trap & Skeet Range: Test your skill at target practice at the Trap & Skeet Range, which also features an adjacent archery range.

8. Hayrides: The old-fashioned, tractor-pulled hayride at Westgate River Ranch takes you on an adventure through the beautiful, 7,000-acre KICCO Wildlife Management Area, which lies along the Kissimmee River.

7: Nine-Hole Golf Course: Open daily from 8 AM to 4 PM (weather permitting), the nine-hole golf course at Westgate River Ranch includes a driving range, putting green and golf pro shop.

6: Swamp Buggy Rides: View wildlife in its natural setting during a one-hour swamp buggy ride through Westgate River Ranch’s wooded trail.

5. Airboat Rides: During a fun-filled, one-hour airboat ride on the Kissimmee River, you can view wildlife such as alligators, bald eagles and deer.

4. Smokehouse Grill Restaurant: A charming waterfront eatery that overlooks the scenic Kissimmee River, the Smokehouse Grill at Westgate River Ranch offers a family-style menu and is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

3. River Ranch Saloon: Every Friday and Saturday night, the River Ranch Saloon at Westgate River Ranch features “live country-western foot-stompin’ entertainment and line dancing.”

2. Saturday Night Championship Rodeo: Enjoy trick riding, bull riding, calf roping, barrel racing, rodeo clown antics and a patriotic tribute to our armed forces at the Americom Championship Rodeo every Saturday night at 7:30 PM at Westgate River Ranch.

1. Horseback Riding: Take a horseback riding adventure through the scenic trails that wind through Westgate River Ranch. Horseback riding lessons are available for all ages, as well as advance rider trail rides for more experienced riders.

An authentic dude ranch that lies just one hour South of Orlando, Westgate River Ranch offers something for everyone! For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Westgate River Ranch Trivia

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

Westgate River Ranch is located just over an hour South of Orlando and approximately 25 minutes East of Lake Wales – “The Friendliest Small Town in Florida.”
The Lake Wales Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Westgate River Ranch lies adjacent to the 7,000-acre KICCO Wildlife Management Area, which runs along the Kissimmee River.
Outdoor recreational activities at the “World’s Largest Dude Ranch” include horseback riding, fishing, boating, hiking, swimming, trap and skeet shooting, airboat rides, swamp buggy rides and golf, as well as hayrides, a petting zoo and miniature golf course.
Westgate River Ranch hosts the Americom Championship Rodeo every Saturday night at 7:30 PM.
The casual Westgate Smokehouse Grill overlooks the scenic Kissimmee River.
Day trips from Westgate River Ranch include Historic Bok Sanctuary, a National Historic Landmark; Lake Wales Museum & Cultural Center; and Spook Hill, a “gravity-defying hill” in Lake Wales.

For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.

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Something for Everyone at River Ranch!

Monday, June 1st, 2009

The multitude of recreational activities at Westgate River Ranch include horseback riding, golfing, hiking, fishing, boating, trap and skeet shooting, swimming, airboat and swamp buggy rides, hayrides, a petting zoo and much more! Enjoy a delicious meal at the family-friendly Smokehouse Grill, which overlooks the picturesque Kissimmee River; go line dancing at River Ranch Saloon; or thrill to the action of the Saturday night rodeo, which boasts trick riding, bull riding and barrel racing. For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com.