How many cabins can boast that they are located in a National Forest! Perfectly appointed cabin with views from every window and deck. Lightning Ridge Ranch, just 54 miles from Park City Utah, is surrounded by Ashley National Forest and 360* of magnificent views. So many amazing adventures just steps away. Rivers, Lakes, Mountains, Pines and Aspens surround the cabin with relaxing sounds from North Fork Duchesne River and Swift Creek filling the air. Bring all of your toys, mountain bikes, 4 wheelers, Razors, horses ( a corral is on the property ), hiking shoes, fishing poles, river tubbing, boat, kayaking and paddle boarding, zip line and swimming, hunting ( only in hunting season with proper tags ) etc... The cabin sleeps 10, 4 bed, 3 full bath, Intimate seclusion for 2 or for family get togethers. Calendar shows nightly rate for up to 6 people, add on rate of $30 a person per night will apply at checkout for 7th to 10th person. Please read all details to the end, all of the way to disclaimer security camera placement before booking.
This beautiful cabin has so many options at your finger tips of activities around the house and property or within Ashley National Forest. The valley the cabin sits in is considered "The Gateway to Granddaddy Lake Trailhead", a popular trail hike for people and horses, the trail continues on to many other trails and lakes in the High Uinta's. There are many more hikes and horseback riding trails right from the front door along the North Fork River and a mile hike to a small 8ft waterfall from the cabin up a beautiful side valley following Swift Creek, pine trees and Aspens. The famous North Fork River for fishing or tubbing, passes the house within walking distance and meets up with a bigger river, Duchesne River in Hanna for river fishing. West Fork is only a mile from North Fork for more fishing and outdoor fun. We will let you know where our secret swim hole and zip line is on the North Fork River, just a stretch of the legs by the cabin when you check in. Only street legal vehicles are allowed in this valley that has 3 camp grounds, Aspen, Castle Cliff Campground, Hades, and Iron Mine, but if you enjoy 4 wheeling, 100's of miles of trails in the High Uinta's, right off Wolf Creek Pass, West Fork, and East Fork, are just a 10 minute trailer ride away. Along with trails to Castle Rock and Still Water Dam (in East Fork). Street legal Razors are allowed to leave right from the property to 100's of miles of mountain trails. There is also a turn off in Hanna, just 10 minutes the other way, that takes you to 4 wheeler trails to the top of Castle Rock where you get a view of Hades Lake and our valley, or take the trails to Still Water Dam, all are located with in Ashley National Forest. Starvation Lake is a 45 minute drive from the cabin and is great for all boating activities. It also has a nice beach area and rentals of all sorts for fun on the lake. We enjoy Starvation, because its not as busy as other Utah lakes. Bring all of your toys because there is something to do with them all year round, bikes, horses, fishing poles, tubes, 4 wheelers, Razors, hiking shoes, etc. So many trails from the cabin, North Fork, West Fork, Wolf Creek Pass, East Fork and Stillwater Dam. Bring your boat to the cabin and trailer the boat to Starvation Res State Park (little Lake Powell). it is beautiful and less crowded than any other of the Utah lakes and only 46 miles from the cabin.
The property itself is on 3 acres, the house is 3000 sq ft, with an extra 1300 sq ft of outdoor decking living space with an outdoor fire place on the deck. The house overlooks Swift Creek (seasonal creek that runs year round based on mountain snow pack) that runs through the property and makes a beautiful waterfall sound. If swift Creek happens to be dry, you can hear the larger North Fork River from the house too. The cabin has a nice size fire pit with bench seating, its just steps away from the front door. North Fork, where the cabin is nestled, is a beautiful valley with mountains that have beautiful rock formations and cliffs, Lightning Ridge, Castle Rock, and Stone Face to name a few. The cabin has a wonderful master suite with an extra deep soaker tub. Master has its own walk out deck. Large loft with pool table, loft has its own walk out deck with amazing views of valley and river. 2 bedrooms on main floor with 1 bathroom. Open concept main living area and kitchen. Walk out basement with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and family room. A smart 65 inch flat screen set up just for watching DVD movies. Wireless Internet is provided and cell phone reception is great. In the valley there is Defa's Dude Ranch about 1.5 miles away that offers horseback riding, cafe, and saloon. Bedrooms in the cabin, master has a king bed, in-suite bathroom with walk in shower, double sinks, and soaker tub that has an amazing view of Lightning Ridge. Main floor has 2 bedroom, one with a king bed, the other bedroom has a queen bed with 2 twin. There is a main floor bathroom with a tub/shower. Lower floor has a bunk room with 1 queen bed, and 3 twin. Bunk room also has a walk out porch. Family room has a full bunk bed with 1 full mattress and a full futon. The lower level also has a full bath with tub/shower. The decking outside is covered so it can be enjoyed rain or shine. There are lots of outdoor living space with outdoor furniture and tables. There is a Treagar Smoker and propane grill to use to help enhance your outdoor experience. A wonderful 360* views off the wraparound decking of mountains, rock cliff formations, rivers, pines and aspens plus wild life everywhere. The inclusions we provide to make your family cabin experience amazing and stress free is crazy. All inclusions are listed below.
***SECURITY CAMERA DISCLAIMER. For your security and safety of you, your guests and the cabin, we have outdoor security cameras pointed at our entrance gate, driveway, and front door. Anyone lying about how many people they have in their reservation will forfeit their deposit and be escorted off property. Only renters and paid guests staying at Lightning Ridge Ranch are allowed on property. The number of people Joining your group can be changed up to the day BEFORE the reservation, just contact the Host.
**What we provide at a glance..... Bedding, pillows and Towels, shampoo and conditioner, hair dryer, body soap, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, laundry detergent
**All kitchen ware and pots/pans for eating and cooking of small and large groups. Multiple seasonings and pantry items. Keurig coffee maker and coffee pods, Drip coffee maker(bring your own coffee), tea assortment, Crock pot, blender, hand blender, toaster, pancake grill, waffle iron, electric roasting oven, large lobster pot, pitchers and drink dispenser. Completely stocked kitchen to fulfill all cooking needs with all size pots and pans and serving dishes. If you require paper ware to make your clean up easier, please bring your own.
** 4 River tubes for playing on river, Propane grill and propane, Traeger smoker/grill and wood pellets, wood for fire pit, wood for fire place, 5 marshmallow roasting sticks, one 1 man, one 2 man Kayaks (bring your own Life vest or cannot use) Hammocks, corn hole game, board games and books. Trail maps, directions and pictures.
** You are more than welcome to use our horse corral, but if you choose to its at your own risk. We are not responsible for anything that happens to your horses while on the property. This is provided only for your convenience. Water, water trough, is available.
Horse Trail rides in Ashley National Forrest!
Defa's Dude Ranch
(435)848-5590
Rent a jet ski, Boat, paddle boards, Play on floating jungle gym!
Starvation State Park
(435)738-2326
***INJURY AND DAMAGE DISCLAIMER. When you book Lightning Ridge Ranch, just the act of making a reservation proves that you are fully aware that you are responsible for you and your guests actions, all damage to property, and accidents of harm to any persons or guests of renter, is sole responsibility of renter. When you use ANY equipment provided by owner, renter is responsible for injury or harm to you and your guests and any damage to equipment.
