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Ridin-Hy: New York’s All-Inclusive Dude Ranch

By Melissa Alcorn August 14, 2012
Family vacations are never entirely stress-free.  Kids make it nearly impossible to plan each day ahead of time since they are often unpredictable themselves.  So it is no surprise that all-inclusive destinations are a favorite among families.  With lodging, meals, and activities all included in your stay, you are free to check out all that is offered and let your mood (or the kids’ moods) lead the way. 

A visit to a dude ranch is not usually the first thing that comes to mind when people contemplate a trip to New York.  But that is exactly what you will find tucked away upstate in Warrensburg.  Ridin-Hy Ranch Resort, located in Adirondack State Park, offers guests the experience of a dude ranch – and it is all-inclusive!  With great accommodations and an “all you can eat” menu that includes kid favorites, Ridin-Hy makes sure their guests have the best possible experience during their stay.


From morning until night, every member of the family will find plenty to do.  From riding lessons with experienced staff to guided trail rides, those looking to saddle up will be treated to amazing sights.  The ranch is located on 700 Adirondack acres providing breathtaking views at every turn.  Swimmers can take a dip in the indoor pool or at the private beach.  Nearby Lake George gives guests the opportunity to go boating aboard pontoon boats, row boats, kayaks and more. 


It wouldn’t be a dude ranch without a rodeo.  Ridin-Hy offers all the fun you thought you could only find out west, such as real rodeo competitions and nightly entertainment.  There is plenty for little buckaroos too.  Children can practice being a real cowboy or cowgirl on a pony, jump around in a bounce house and get creative with children’s arts and crafts.

Winter brings a whole different kind of fun to the ranch with horse-drawn sleigh rides, sledding, ice skating, ice fishing and more. 

Try something new, and if you like it, then try it again and again – it’s all included in your stay at Ridin-Hy.

For more information on Ridin-Hy Ranch Resort visit www.ridinhy.com