Riverview Ranch & Resort
Mini-Dude Ranch
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Safety First
With a background as a US Marine Fighter Pilot (A4 Skyhawk and AV8B Harrier) and Airline Pilot (CRJ and B757), Wrangler Roger knows how to keep things safe while still keeping things exciting. Wear shoes that will protect your toes around horses. Watch for animals as you drive on and around the ranch. Riders must wear a helmet (provided). Liability Waiver Required to enter horse enclosures.
Overnight Guests and day Visitors Both Welcome
We welcome Guests for overnight stays in our spacious apartments inside our 24,400 sqft Equestrian Center and Day Visitors by appointment. Schedule a private family visit or come during a public group event. Overnight Guests have free access to scheduled campfire and petting zoo events and can ride a horse or rent boats for an added fee.

1 Hour
Horse ride & Petting Zoo
Private Experience
Wrangler Roger will introduce your family/group to all the animals, give some history of our ranch, answer all questions, and give lead line horse rides one person at a time. Price is for a group of up to 6 persons. Additional charge for more people.

3 Hours
Canoe or Kayak Rental or Tour
Private Experience
We have two canoes and 4 kayaks which can carry up to 12 people. It takes about 45 minutes to get to Beach Island, where you can swim and picnic, and about 45 minutes back. The scenery is breathtaking and the birds’ songs are music. Common sights are Bald Eagles, Migrating waterfowl, Turtles, and Muskrats. Occasional beavers and otters may be seen as well. The flora is amazing.

5:30-8:30 pm
Sunset Campfire Rides & Zoo
Public Group Event
An event for all ages. On select Saturdays we will will have horse rides, mini-horse rides, a continuous petting zoo, campfires with songs, stories, chili dogs, root beer, marshmallows, and sunset over the Mississippi river. Times will be earlier in the fall – shown in events calendar. Limited to 20 people. Reserve your spot before it fills up.
Tentative dates for 2025:
May 24
June 21
July 5, 12, 26
Aug 2, 16, 30
Sept 13, 27
Oct 4, 11, 18, 25
Nov 1, 8

1 to 4:30 pm
Kids Horse Camp
Public Group Event
Kid’s Horse Camp – Tuesday, July 15 to Thurs, July 17 (1 to 4:30 pm) followed by a family bonfire with chili, hot dogs, root beer, smores on Friday, July 18 (6-8 pm). $250 per child.
Children ages 5-12
Children may only go into horse enclosures with a guardian present. Kids should bring a snack to camp. Limit 15 kids – reserve your spot early.

Times TBA
Forever In Blue Jeans
Public Group Event
Imagine wearing a beautifully custom created blue jean jacket, uniquely designed and painted, with bleach, by you! First, you will meet the majestic horses at Riverview Ranch and pick one as your subject. You provide the canvas—your very own denim jacket. Your instructor will be nationally recognized artist, Cat Clausen.
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Book Your Dream Trip Now
Let Wrangler Roger know if you have any difficulty booking online and he will assist you!
Call the office or his cell phone any time, day or night.
office: 815-776-9945
cell: 608-331-0000