Horse Ranch Vacations & Dude Ranch in Spring Mills, PA
Vacations at Wildfire Ranch!
A vacation at Wildfire Spiritual Retreat is guaranteed to leave you with unforgettable memories. Our goal is to give every guest more than they are expecting. As a result we have been rewarded with over 150 Five-Star reviews on Google and Yelp! Whether you are just looking for a sanctuary retreat in which to rediscover yourself or want the excitement of a mountain horseback adventure with family and friends, we offer something for everyone.
Horseback Riding Activities:
During your stay with us you can choose from the following horse activities:
- Horseback Trail Ride Adventures - Experience the stunning Pennsylvania state forests from the back of a horse on a 2.5 hour mountain adventure.
- Horseback riding lessons. During your one hour lessons we will teach you how to groom, saddle and safely ride a horse.
- Horse Therapy for Depression. During your one hour sessions we will play games using the horses to help you to overcome the traumas of depression and anxiety. These empowerment exercises have proven to cause life-changing effects for hundreds of our guests.
- Pony Cart Rides - Enjoy a taste of the Amish experience with a ride led by our miniature pony, "Noah."
- Horse Heaven Clinics - Take a clinic on horse care, understanding horse behavior, horse breeds, how to feed horses and even how to train horses.
Expand your interactions with our horses:
Packages:
Most of our guests stay at our horse dude ranch because they want to experience the thrill of horseback-riding. Here are our most popular packages, discounted for purchasing lodging and riding together!
Heartland Week-Long Retreat
How would you like to live on a real horse dude ranch for a 6 day and 5 night getaway? By popular demand Wildfire Ranch is now offering Heartland Week-Long Retreats for our guests wanting to live on our horse ranch. During your dude ranch experience you will receive equine therapy for depression and anxiety (if desired) or you can just choose to experience horse ranch life daily.
A typical dude ranch day is filled with barn chores like calling the horses in from pasture and thrilling to the thunderous sound of their hooves as they gallop in as well as feeding and watering and mucking stalls afterward. Then it is on to the fun activities which involve one-on-one contact with the horses as you learn to groom and tack them for riding. Additionally, you will learn all about horse behavior and the various breeds; the difference between English and Western riding styles; and how to walk, trot and canter any horse in any style.
Everyday during your dude ranch retreat you will either be receiving the enormous benefits of Horse Therapy for Depression or experiencing unforgettable Horseback Trail Ride Adventures into the Bald Eagle State Forest. We will mix in a few horse lessons in our ring for those who want to better their riding skills and even horse training lessons for our guests dreaming of running their own ranches. To add some luxury to your week we include one massage therapy session with a professionally-licensed therapist nearby!
For those seeking healing from depression, spend 6 days and 5 nights on our ranch while receiving daily equine therapy sessions. Discussion sessions twice during the week will ensure that you are receiving the full benefits of your horse therapy sessions. In between therapy sessions you will receive horseback riding lessons and even trail rides into the state forest! Breakfast provided daily. Breakfast menu includes scrambled organic eggs with melted cheese, bacon, cinnamon raisin bagels with rolled homemade Amish butter and Orange Juice. A Campfire pit is available to you for night-time stories around the campfire. Another popular amenity is our 'Serenity Deck', a 1,400 sq. ft. covered deck located on a 2nd story level with absolutely breathtaking views. Our guests love enjoying the Serenity Deck for hours of reading, relaxing or cooking on the charcoal grill.
Cost*: $1,350.00 (+ PA Hotel tax) for one guest for 6 days, 5 nights package (described below) and $290/night for shorter stays; $2,100 for two guests for the week (6 days, 5 nights) or $398/night for shorter stays. Add $50/night to upgrade to the Amish Country Villa. Each additional person is $640/week for horse activities and country homemade breakfast. You will receive ten (10) total hours of horse activities throughout your stay. Please let us know if a guest is not planning on participating in any horse activities so that we can adjust the price.
*Fees can be made in payments, by cash or credit card
Five (5) nights lodging in Whispering Winds Guestroom
- includes Dish Top 150 channels, WiFi, coffee maker, refridgerator, microwave and luxurious 4-poster queen bed
- Country breakfast provided each morning of your stay
- Ten (10) total hours of horse activities throughout your stay.
- One (1) guaranteed horseback trail ride adventure into the Bald Eagle State Forest.
- One (1) hour daily participation in ranch work including brushing and feeding horses.
- Two (2) discussion sessions to understand the effects of the horse therapy.
- One (1) visit to a nearby Amish store
- One (1) massage therapy session from a nearby professional therapist.
You will participate in all of the daily activities on our horse dude ranch while receiving equine therapy for anxiety, depression and despair, if needed.
Learn more about the Week-Long Horse Therapy Retreat.
Contact us today to make your reservation!
Wildfire Ranch is located at 332 Harter Road, Spring Mills, Pa. 16875 and operates 7 days/week by appointment only: 814.422.0534, Cynthia
Email: wildfireranch.cynthia@gmail.com
City Slicker 
Escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and spend 24 hours at our beautiful horse retreat! Our City Slicker overnight includes one night's lodging for 2-4 guests (in either Whispering Winds guestroom or our Amish Country Villa) - PLUS- an unforgettable 2-hour mountain horseback trail ride adventure for 2 guests (each additional guest is $130/person). Breakfast is not included but can be purchased for an additional $15/person. Our country breakfast menu includes scrambled organic eggs with melted cheese, bacon, cinnamon raisin bagels with rolled homemade Amish butter and Orange Juice. A campfire pit is available to you for night-time stories around the campfire. Another popular amenity is our 'Serenty Deck', a 1,400 sq. ft. covered deck located on a 2nd story level with absolutely breathtaking views. Our guests love enjoying the Serenity Deck for hours of reading, relaxing or cooking on the charcoal grill.
The City Slicker package costs:
Note: City Slicker packageis only available on weekdays, not weekends.
- Whispering Winds Guestroom: $395 for two guests.
Breakfast is not included but can be added for just $15/person. We provide a homemade country breakfast featuring organic scrambled eggs, bacon, cinnamon-raisin bagels with rolled Amish butter and orange juice
- Amish Country Villa: $440 for up to two guests.
- Up to 4 guests can share the lodging for this price, however only two horse riders are included. Additional horse riders are $130/person.
- Breakfast is not included with the Amish Country package but can be purchased for $15/person.
Contact us today to reserve your room!
Phone: (814) 422-0534
Text: (814) 574-9942
Email: wildfireranch.cynthia@gmail.com
Little Runaway
Relax for 3 days and 2 nights in one of our country guestrooms waking up to 18 magnificent horses just 10 yards outside your windows! Breakfast is not included but can be purchased for an additional $15/person featuring organic scrambled eggs, bacon, cinnamon-raisin bagels, rolled Amish butter and orange juice. Your Little Runaway package includes an unforgettable two-hour mountain horseback trail ride adventure. A campfire pit is available to you for night-time stories around the campfire. Another popular amenity is our 'Serenity Deck', a 1,400 sq. ft. covered deck located on a 2nd story level with absolutely breathtaking views. Our guests love enjoying the Serenity Deck for hours of reading, relaxing or cooking on the charcoal grill.
The Little Runaway package costs:
- Whispering Winds Guestroom: $495 for up to two guests.
- Amish Country Villa: $555 for up to two guests.
- Up to 4 guests can share the lodging for this price, however the package only includes two riders; each additional horse-rider is $130/person.
- Breakfast is not included with the Amish Country package but can be purchased for $15/person.
Contact us today to reserve your room!
Phone: (814) 422-0534
Text: (814) 574-9942
Email: wildfireranch.cynthia@gmail.com
Guided Fishing Adventures!
We connect you to a professional fly fishing guide named 'Jaimie' who will take you on your choice of a half day (4 hours) or a full day (8 hours) fishing adventure. Jaimie provides all of your equipment and even snacks and beverages!
Costs as follows:
- Half Day (4 hours) for one person = $275
- Half Day (4 hours) for two people = $325
- Full Day (8 Hours) for one person = $450
- Full Day (8 hours) for two people = $500
Nightly Lodging:
For those who want to enjoy the beauty of our country ranch without participating in the vigorous horseriding activities, Wildfire Ranch features several types of lodging:
Whispering Winds Guestroom - This simple but elegant guestroom features a 4-poster Queen sized bed, office desk and chair, entertainment center with Dish Top 150 channels, Wi-Fi, coffeemaker, microwave and hotel-sized refrigerator. A private full bath is attached to your Whispering Winds Guestroom complete with bathtub for soaking tired muscles. Breakfast is not included but can be purchased for an additional $15/person featuring organic scrambled eggs, bacon, cinnamon-raisin bagels and orange juice. Guests are welcome to use the campfire pit for night-time fires and the Serenity Deck for relaxing all throughout your stay.
Whispering Winds rents for $125/night for up to 2 guests.
Amish Country Villa - This spacious Amish-themed Villa features a full/twin bed, two single beds, office desk and chair, kitchen area with hotel-sized refrigerator, coffee-maker, microwave oven, toaster oven, portable stove-top burners. A beautiful dining room table with 4 chairs sets in the middle of the kitchen area looking right into the living room area with sofa, coffee-table and lamp. Large 5 ft x 5 ft trapezoid windows look out onto the horses at pasture. Spacious and private full bath is right beside the kitchen. Breakfast is not included but can be purchased for an additional $15/person. Our breakfast menu includes organic scrambled eggs with melted cheese, cinnamon raisin bagels with Amish homemade rolled butter, bacon and orange juice. During your stay you will want to enjoy our 1400 sq. ft. covered deck located on a 2nd story level of the ranch house with breathtaking views. Our guests spend hours reading, sleeping, journaling and cooking on the propane grill. At night you can enjoy hours around the campfire under the stars.
Amish Country rents for $155/night for up to 5 guests.
Contact us today to reserve your room!
Phone: (814) 422-0534
Text: (814) 574-9942
Email: wildfireranch.cynthia@gmail.com
