Lost Creek Ranch And Spa

What Lost Creek Ranch And Spa does

Lost Creek Ranch and Spa is a family-owned, all-inclusive historic guest ranch operating on 17820 Old Ranch Rd. in Moose, Wyoming, within Grand Teton National Park and Bridger-Teton National Forest. The boutique property comprises 10 log cabins (3 Half-Duplex and 7 Living Room configurations) accommodating up to 60 guests per week, supported by a string of 80+ horses and a staff with a 50%+ returning rate. It holds an authorized Concessioner and Permittee relationship with the National Park Service and Bridger-Teton National Forest (permit first received in 1994), granting exclusive rights to operate guided horseback rides and overnight pack trips in the Gros Ventre Wilderness.

The core product is the 6-night all-inclusive cabin stay, priced seasonally at $11,550-$34,875 depending on cabin type and season (2026 rates), with additional guests at $2,000/person/week. Packages bundle accommodations, meals, unlimited activities (horseback riding, Snake River scenic floats, fishing, archery, skeet shooting, guided hikes), Kids Club programming, spa and fitness facilities, and evening entertainment. The proprietary Horse Matching Program pairs riders with mounts based on height, weight, age, experience, and horse personality, enabling guests to ride the same horse throughout their stay. Ancillary revenue streams include spa services, guided wilderness pack trips ($500/person/day), wedding and event hosting, and a direct-to-consumer e-commerce shop selling third-party Western apparel (STS Ranchwear, Simms, Richardson, OTTO) plus branded merchandise including a $125 ranch history book.

Commercial operations are exclusively direct-to-consumer: 100% of reservations are taken by phone (307-733-3435) and email with no online booking system. Travel agents earn a 10% commission on new client bookings (excluding peak season 6/20-8/28). The legal entity is Lost Creek Guest Ranch, LLC. Marketing is primarily organic via the ranch website, Issuu digital brochure, Facebook, Instagram, and Tripadvisor listings. 2025 cabin renovations introduced modern amenities (heated floors, Waterworks fixtures, Starlink Wi-Fi), and 2027 rates have been published at 5-15% above 2026 levels with a waitlist signaling capacity-constrained demand.

Name

Lost Creek Ranch And Spa

Legal name

Lost Creek Guest Ranch, LLC

Website

https://lostcreek.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lost Creek Ranch and Spa is a family-owned, all-inclusive historic guest ranch in Moose, Wyoming, operating under a National Park Service concessionaire permit. It offers week-long cabin stays, guided horseback riding, wilderness pack trips, spa services, and curated dining for up to 60 guests weekly.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Guest Ranch Resort

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (72121), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Fishing, Hunting And Trapping (900)

akta.pro primary industry

National Park & Conservancy Lodges (THAGAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mountain & Wilderness Lodges (THAAAHAE), Safari & Wilderness Luxury Resorts (THAGACAD), Hunting & Fishing Lodges (Sporting Lodges) (THAGAIAJ)

Keywords

• Guest ranch vacations
• All-inclusive resort
• Horseback riding activities
• Destination weddings
• Western hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

Moose, Wyoming

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. All-Inclusive Weekly Cabin Stays: Core revenue from 6-night all-inclusive cabin bookings including accommodations, all meals, unlimited daily activities, kids programming, fitness center, pool, spa, evening entertainment, and shuttle services. Pricing varies by cabin type (Half-Duplex or Living Room Cabin) and season (low, normal, peak). Additional guests beyond base occupancy charged at $2,000 per person per week.
2. Spa Services: Spa services and treatments are scheduled through the ranch office for additional fees beyond the all-inclusive package.
3. Merchandise Sales: Online shop selling branded apparel including jackets, hoodies, hats, and accessories. Products sourced from partners like STS Ranchwear, Simms, Richardson, and Otto.
4. Guided Pack Trips: Overnight guided pack trips through Gros Ventre Wilderness priced at $500/day per person for up to 6 guests, with guests spending nights under canvas tents with campfire meals prepared by guides.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Lost Creek Ranch sells all-inclusive 6-night guest ranch vacation packages at a single 10-cabin boutique property in Moose, Wyoming, inside Grand Teton National Park. The package bundles accommodations, all meals, unlimited daily activities (horseback riding, fly fishing, scenic float trips, archery, skeet shooting, guided hikes), Kids Club programming, spa and fitness facilities, evening entertainment, and shuttle services into a single seasonal price. Ancillary paid offerings include spa treatments, guided overnight pack trips in the Gros Ventre Wilderness, destination weddings, and a small branded apparel shop.

Product overview

Lost Creek Ranch And Spa is an all-inclusive historic guest ranch resort offering a unified vacation experience centered on accommodations and curated activities. The core offering is the all-inclusive vacation package (accommodations, meals, activities), supported by three accommodation types (Living Room Cabins for families of 4-7, King Half-Duplex for couples, Queen/Twin Half-Duplex for 2-3 guests). Activity offerings include horseback riding, Snake River scenic floats, guided hikes, fishing, skeet shooting/archery, and Kids Club programming. Spa services, dining, and wedding/event services are integral to the guest experience. The retail apparel shop complements the hospitality offerings with branded western wear including STS Ranchwear jackets, Simms Solarflex hoodies, and branded trucker hats from OTTO, Richardson, and Off-Road Club. Guided pack trips in the Gros Ventre Wilderness are offered as an add-on adventure experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• All-Inclusive Guest Ranch Vacation Package All-inclusive 6-night guest ranch vacation package covering cabin accommodations, all meals (buffet breakfast, lodge lunches, dinners), unlimited daily activities, Kids Club programming, fitness center, pool, spa facilities, evening entertainment, and shuttle services. Seasonal pricing varies by cabin type and time of year. Target guests are families, couples, and groups seeking a week-long all-inclusive ranch experience in Grand Teton National Park.
• Living Room Cabins Family-friendly cabin accommodation for 4-7 guests featuring two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room with kitchenette, and gas fireplace. Located in cabins numbered 4-10.
• Half-Duplex Cabins Independent cabin units available as King bed (Cabins 1 & 3) or Queen & Twin bed (Cabin 2) configurations, each with en-suite bathroom, small refrigerator, and covered porch with rocking chairs. Designed for 2-3 guests.
• Horseback Riding Program Guided horseback rides through Grand Teton National Park and Bridger-Teton National Forest with maximum 1:8 wrangler-to-guest ratio. Includes beginner, intermediate, and advanced trail rides, arena lessons, team penning, and all-day picnic rides. Horse-to-rider matchmaking based on height, weight, age, experience, and horse personality.
• Snake River Scenic Float Trips Two daily 10-mile scenic float trips through Grand Teton National Park on the Snake River with complimentary transportation to and from launch points.
• Kids Club Program Supervised children's program for potty-trained children through age 10 featuring ranch activities, horsemanship, outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, swimming, and evening Kid's Round-Up sessions.
• The Spa at Lost Creek Spa and pool facility offering massage services, hot tub, heated pool, fitness center with weight room and aerobic equipment, sauna, and steam room. Includes complimentary espresso bar. Spa services scheduled through the ranch office for additional fees beyond the all-inclusive package.
• Fishing Program Professional fly fishing guided trips on the Snake River and tributaries including walk-and-wade experiences and drift boat tours with guide Isaac Heilman. Available Tuesday through Thursday.
• Guided Pack Trips

Quantifiable outcome

• Guest satisfaction reflected in testimonials describing transformative experiences and requests to return
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National Park Service (Bridger-Teton National Forest and Grand Teton National Park)coreOthersLost Creek Ranch is an authorized Concessioner and Permittee of Bridger-Teton National Forest and Grand Teton National Park. This regulatory relationship grants the ranch exclusive rights to operate guided pack trips and horseback riding excursions through designated wilderness areas, including the Gros Ventre Wilderness. The permit, first received in 1994, enables the ranch to conduct overnight pack trips through protected lands.
• Grassy Knoll EnterprisesminorOthersMentioned as a partner link on the ranch's packing guide page, offering hunting adventure packing checklist resources. This appears to be a content/referral partnership for complementary outdoor services.
• Around the Park RV, LLCminorOthersRecommended as an RV rental option for guests who prefer camping accommodations while visiting the Jackson Hole area. Listed in the pack trips section as alternative lodging information.
• Dornan's Adventure Sports RentalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRecommended off-site activity provider for bike rentals (mountain, road, hybrid, electric assist), canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards. Located at Grand Teton National Park Visitor Center. 65 miles of paved bike trails from Jackson to Jenny Lake recommended.
• Wandering AnglerminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerFly fishing guide service used for large group (3-5 guests) drift boat fishing trips. Departs from Wilson due to Snake River permitting requirements. Provides gear, snacks, drinks, and transportation coordination.
• Wilson Fishing GuidesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndependent fishing guide service located approximately 45 minutes south of the ranch. Offers trips on Yellowstone, Green River, and South Fork of the Snake River. Guide contacts booked guests the evening before to confirm meeting time and location.
• STS RanchwearminorOthersBrand whose products (Ransom Jacket with Leather Yoke, $120) are sold through the ranch's e-commerce shop. Western heritage apparel with ranch styling.
• SimmsminorOthersOutdoor apparel brand whose Solarflex Hoodie UPF 50+ products ($89) are sold through the ranch's e-commerce shop. Performance sun protection and fishing apparel.
• Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa at Jackson HoleminorOthersMentioned as an alternative accommodation option (via Hemlock Hills Cabin Rentals link) for guests who may need additional lodging options near Jackson Hole.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• White Stallion Ranch: Long-standing Arizona dude ranch with all-inclusive rates, horseback riding, and family programming. Similar boutique lodge count, year-round operation, and direct-to-consumer booking mix.
• Brush Creek Ranch: Luxury all-inclusive guest ranch in Saratoga, Wyoming with comparable week-long all-inclusive pricing, wilderness horseback programming, and high-touch family vacation targeting. Closest comparable Wyoming luxury ranch competitor to Lost Creek.
• C Lazy U Ranch: Premier Colorado dude ranch operating since the 1940s with all-inclusive weekly stays, horseback riding programs, kids programming, and spa — the most established direct competitor in the luxury family guest ranch category.
• Tanque Verde Ranch: Family-owned Arizona guest ranch with all-inclusive packages, trail riding, kids club, and spa services. Comparable family-targeting all-inclusive ranch product in the Western U.S. market.
• Greenhorn Ranch: California all-inclusive guest ranch offering horseback riding, fishing, and family programs on a comparable boutique scale. Competes for the same multi-generational luxury family segment.
• The Ranch at Rock Creek: Relais & Châteaux-affiliated luxury ranch in Montana offering all-inclusive multi-night stays with horseback riding, fly fishing, spa, and signature cabin accommodations. Closely mirrors Lost Creek's high-end all-inclusive, family/multi-generational positioning.

Regional players

• Turpin Meadow Ranch: Wyoming dude ranch inside the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem offering all-inclusive stays and horseback riding — direct regional peer operating in the same Teton/Yellowstone corridor as Lost Creek.
• Brooks Lake Lodge: Wyoming wilderness lodge offering horseback riding, fly fishing, and all-inclusive stays near Yellowstone. Overlaps with Lost Creek on horseback programming and the Yellowstone-bound luxury traveler.
• Triangle X Ranch: Historic in-park dude ranch within Grand Teton National Park with an NPS concession contract similar to Lost Creek's. Same regulatory framework, same micro-market, same guest demographic.

Broad incumbents

• Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa at Jackson Hole: Already referenced by Lost Creek as a referral partner — Jackson Hole lodging competitor in the broader luxury family and couple segment, particularly for guests needing additional capacity outside the 10-cabin ranch.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/lostcreekranchandspa
• Instagraminstagram.com/lostcreek_ranch
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lost-creek-ranch-and-spa

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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