Rankin Ranch

Clint Wilder leads a trail ride at Quarter Circle U Rankin Ranch in Southern California's Tehachapi Mountains. For six months of the year, the working cattle ranch is opened to weekend cowboys and nature lovers who fish the lakes, hike the backcountry trails, marvel at the dazzling starscape far from city lights, and, most of all, saddle up and ride. Unlike many other guest ranches, Rankin's rates include riding along with meals and accommodations.