Three Bars Guest and Cattle Ranch invites you to experience the ultimate horseback riding vacation in the Canadian Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, Canada.

Three Bars Dude Ranch offers the most diverse activities program available. Including a complete range of horseback riding programs, hiking, river rafting, mountain bikes, fly fishing, tennis, heated pool, hot tub, and fitness facility. Enjoy your vacation experience with true western hospitality, Three Bars Ranch style. If this is your first Dude Ranch vacation, you will surely be impressed.

No previous experience, no problem we have Dude Ranchers Association certified wranglers to give you a helping hand. All of the activities at the ranch are designed to include all levels of experience. From the old hands to the green horns we will work with you to make you more comfortable. Here at Three Bars we tailor your holiday to be as active as you choose to be!

Three Bars Guest Ranch is located in Canadian Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, Canada, between Banff Park and Glacier Park. This special part of the word offers an abundance of nature, clean fast moving water, green fields and breathtaking mountain vistas.

Three Bars Guest and Cattle Ranch was designed and built in 1989 for the modern guest ranch clientele. The facilities, amenities and activities are here for the private use of our guests. Having previously built and ran guest ranches before starting Three Bars, Jeff and april had a clear vision of what the layout for the perfect Guest Ranch needed to be. Three Bars Ranch is the culmination of massive log construction, eropean hardware, and functionality. We at Three Bars beleive we have found the perfect match of western culture and modern conveniences.

While Three Bars Ranch offers a variety of different activities, the word class riding program is what puts Three Bars in a class of its own. The riding program was developed and is overseen directly by the Beckley Family. No where else in the world will you find this combination of great horses, beautiful riding terrain, and the experience of world class horsemen.

Horse Selection

Three Bars Guest Ranch is home to over 110 head of horses. Our horse-to-guest ratio is over 2-to-1, allowing us to suit horses to each rider's individual ability and experience level. Our horses range from kid’s horses that are "bomb proof" all the way through to young horses suitable for more experienced riders. So, whether you’re an old hand or someone who needs a little hand, you can be sure you will enjoy your time in the saddle. Your horse will be just that—YOUR horse for the week. He will be ready and waiting for you every morning of your stay. Once you find a saddle that suits you it will be yours for the week as well.

The Rides

While riding is always an option at Three Bars it is never mandatory. Some guest never miss a ride and others only ride once or twice. Rides are organized by the head wrangler at the meal before. Ride options include family rides, adult rides, kid’s rides, walking rides, and fast rides. The first rides leave the corral right after breakfast and return to the ranch for lunch. Afternoon rides leave our corrals between 1:00 and 1:30. Fast rides are available to experienced riders after one full day of riding at Three Bars. Once a week an all day ride is offered, where you pack a lunch and ride for the day. A breakfast ride is also offered once a week, where you ride out a little early and have a hot breakfast on the trail.

The Trails

Three Bars Ranch is set in the crown of the continent and truly one of the most beautiful places on earth. With over 75,000 acres to roam there is literally no end to the possibilities for you to explore. The ranch is nestled up against the mountains with the St. Mary's River running on the edge of the property to the North. Perry Creek and the Perry Creek Valley run to the West where the ranch cattle run on open range for the summer, with thousands of acres to graze. Every day the rides explore this truly diverse landscape. So whether you prefer a high mountain lookout, or a cool afternoon ride by the river you are sure to loose yourself in this remarkable place.

The Cabins

Our spacious cains emphasize comfort, relaxation and never skimping on amenities like hand built log furniture, cozy quilts, full baths, a seating area and of course, a front porch. Whichever cabin works best for your family you are sure to find your private log cabin welcoming! Your home while visiting three bars ranch will be one, two or three bedroom log cabins - each room has a unique bed configurations from one queen, to two queen beds. 

Arrival Information:

Arrivals 3:00 PM or later.
Departures by 10:30 AM
(No early arrivals or late departures)
No activities on day of arrival or departure.