River Ranch Activities
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As the largest dude ranch East of the Mississippi, Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo in Florida is packed full of outdoor activities that will have you reliving the old-fashioned days of the old West with fun modern upgrades. You’re sure to find something to excite everyone with over a dozen activities, including a rodeo, petting farm, bungee jumping, golf, trap and skeet shooting, fishing, and more!
- Activities
- Westgate Rodeo
- Horseback Riding
- Airboat Rides
- Archery Range
- Bungee Jumper
- Fishing
- Full-Service Marina
- Horseshoes
- Mechanical Bull
- Mini Golf
- Petting Farm
- Pony Rides
- Pool
- Rock Climbing
- Street Party
- Swamp Buggy Rides
- Tennis Courts
- Trap & Skeet Range
- Zip Line
- Guided Hunts In Florida
Activity Guide
You’ll never run out of things to do at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo! With horseback riding, swamp buggy rides, petting farm, airboat rides, and so much more, your only challenge will be figuring out how to do it all. Read our guide to see the full list of activities available during your stay.
Activity Guide
You’ll never run out of things to do at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo! With horseback riding, swamp buggy rides, petting farm, airboat rides, and so much more, your only challenge will be figuring out how to do it all. Read our guide to see the full list of activities available during your stay.
Trap & Skeet Range
Novices and experts are welcome to unleash their inner gunslinger in a safe, controlled environment at our cutting-edge shooting range. Test your skills with Trap Shooting, where targets are launched away from the shooter, or Skeet Shooting, where targets are launched to cross in front of the shooter. No need to prepare ahead of time – all the equipment and supplies you need are available for rent.
Trap & Skeet Range
Novices and experts are welcome to unleash their inner gunslinger in a safe, controlled environment at our cutting-edge shooting range. Test your skills with Trap Shooting, where targets are launched away from the shooter, or Skeet Shooting, where targets are launched to cross in front of the shooter. No need to prepare ahead of time – all the equipment and supplies you need are available for rent.
Explore MoreHorseback Riding
Take a leisurely 45-minute horseback ride along untouched trails led by expert guides.
Horseback Riding
Take a leisurely 45-minute horseback ride along untouched trails led by expert guides.
Explore MoreSaturday Night Rodeo
Hold your breath in anticipation as expert riders fight to hold onto a wild, bucking bull at the longest-running Saturday night championship rodeo in the United States! Experience the thrills from our 1,200-seat Rodeo Arena as you watch exciting bull riding, trick riding and barrel racing.
Saturday Night Rodeo
Hold your breath in anticipation as expert riders fight to hold onto a wild, bucking bull at the longest-running Saturday night championship rodeo in the United States! Experience the thrills from our 1,200-seat Rodeo Arena as you watch exciting bull riding, trick riding and barrel racing.
Explore MorePetting Farm
Adults and children alike will delight at the chance to feed and pet the gentle animals that call our Petting Farm home. Meet animals like cows, ponies, goats, and sheep and more exotic inhabitants, such as llamas, emus, peacocks, and more! Have your camera ready – you’re sure to have plenty of can’t-miss photo ops!
Petting Farm
Adults and children alike will delight at the chance to feed and pet the gentle animals that call our Petting Farm home. Meet animals like cows, ponies, goats, and sheep and more exotic inhabitants, such as llamas, emus, peacocks, and more! Have your camera ready – you’re sure to have plenty of can’t-miss photo ops!
Explore MoreAirboat Rides
Enjoy the beauty and serene nature of the Kissimmee River during this 40-minute guided Airboat Ride. You’ll see a wide variety of Florida wildlife, including alligators, turtles, deer, and more while learning about the interesting history of the area from your experienced guides.
Airboat Rides
Enjoy the beauty and serene nature of the Kissimmee River during this 40-minute guided Airboat Ride. You’ll see a wide variety of Florida wildlife, including alligators, turtles, deer, and more while learning about the interesting history of the area from your experienced guides.
Explore MoreZip Line
Get your blood pumping with an unforgettable experience soaring over the ranch on a Zip Line! See amazing views from the safety of your harness for an incredible activity that’s sure to get your heart pounding.
Zip Line
Get your blood pumping with an unforgettable experience soaring over the ranch on a Zip Line! See amazing views from the safety of your harness for an incredible activity that’s sure to get your heart pounding.
Explore MoreBungee Jumping
You won’t get a bigger adrenaline rush than by taking a leap on the Bungee Jumper. Adults and kids will whoop and holler as they jump, flip, and twist through this one-of-a-kind, extraordinary experience.
Bungee Jumping
You won’t get a bigger adrenaline rush than by taking a leap on the Bungee Jumper. Adults and kids will whoop and holler as they jump, flip, and twist through this one-of-a-kind, extraordinary experience.
Explore MoreSwamp Buggy Rides
Go way off the beaten path with this 40-minute Swamp Buggy ride through the picturesque, green wilderness surrounding the ranch. The massive tires on these custom-made Swamp Buggies give you amazing views of the breathtaking scenery around the property. This adventurous ride over rugged terrain of brush and mud is a fun and exciting way to explore the outdoors.
Swamp Buggy Rides
Go way off the beaten path with this 40-minute Swamp Buggy ride through the picturesque, green wilderness surrounding the ranch. The massive tires on these custom-made Swamp Buggies give you amazing views of the breathtaking scenery around the property. This adventurous ride over rugged terrain of brush and mud is a fun and exciting way to explore the outdoors.
Explore MoreArchery Range
Test your skills with a bow and arrow with some target practice at the Archery Range. You’ll find challenges fit for novice bowmen through advanced archers, giving everyone a chance to score a bullseye!
Archery Range
Test your skills with a bow and arrow with some target practice at the Archery Range. You’ll find challenges fit for novice bowmen through advanced archers, giving everyone a chance to score a bullseye!
Explore MoreFishing
Nothing says relaxation like casting a line in the water for a few hours. There are multiple ways to enjoy Fishing around the Kissimmee River – fish off the dock at the Full-Service Marina or try the Catch & Release Pond (perfect for kids). Both cane poles and rods with reels are available for guest use.
Fishing
Nothing says relaxation like casting a line in the water for a few hours. There are multiple ways to enjoy Fishing around the Kissimmee River – fish off the dock at the Full-Service Marina or try the Catch & Release Pond (perfect for kids). Both cane poles and rods with reels are available for guest use.
Explore MoreFull-Service Marina
Ideally located just off the beautiful Kissimmee River, our Full-Service Marina features guided fishing trips, a bait and tackle shop, gas pump and boat launch ramp. Here you can also take a thrilling Airboat Ride adventure or rugged Swamp Buggy wildlife excursion.
Full-Service Marina
Ideally located just off the beautiful Kissimmee River, our Full-Service Marina features guided fishing trips, a bait and tackle shop, gas pump and boat launch ramp. Here you can also take a thrilling Airboat Ride adventure or rugged Swamp Buggy wildlife excursion.
Explore MoreHorseshoes
A classic Western pastime, tossing Horseshoes is the perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon after a full day of exploring and exciting recreation. Spend a little time under the shady trees while playing a game with your family. Find all the equipment you need for rent at the General Store.
Horseshoes
A classic Western pastime, tossing Horseshoes is the perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon after a full day of exploring and exciting recreation. Spend a little time under the shady trees while playing a game with your family. Find all the equipment you need for rent at the General Store.
Explore MoreMechanical Bull
See how you stack up against one of the pros on a wild, bucking Mechanical Bull! Seconds will feel like they’re dragging by as you struggle to hold on tight. With adjustable speeds, beginners and advanced riders will find a challenge appropriate to their skill level that excludes no one. Even kids can give it a go!
Mechanical Bull
See how you stack up against one of the pros on a wild, bucking Mechanical Bull! Seconds will feel like they’re dragging by as you struggle to hold on tight. With adjustable speeds, beginners and advanced riders will find a challenge appropriate to their skill level that excludes no one. Even kids can give it a go!
Explore MoreMini Golf
Perfect for any group is an entertaining game of putt-putt at Round-Up Miniature Golf. Play through the 18-hole course that winds through Adventure Park and enjoy some friendly competition with friends and family.
Mini Golf
Perfect for any group is an entertaining game of putt-putt at Round-Up Miniature Golf. Play through the 18-hole course that winds through Adventure Park and enjoy some friendly competition with friends and family.
Explore MorePony Rides
If your little cowpokes aren’t quite ready for horseback riding, they’ll love the Pony Rides available inside the Petting Farm. Kids 7 of all ages can ride the gentle ponies and mules in the “pony sweep” live merry-go-round. The animals are led in smooth, easy circles for a ride that is safe and fun.
Pony Rides
If your little cowpokes aren’t quite ready for horseback riding, they’ll love the Pony Rides available inside the Petting Farm. Kids 7 of all ages can ride the gentle ponies and mules in the “pony sweep” live merry-go-round. The animals are led in smooth, easy circles for a ride that is safe and fun.
Explore MoreStreet Party
Stick around after the Saturday Night Rodeo for an energetic, fun Street Party on the stage directly in front of the River Ranch Saloon! Brush up on your Western line dance moves as a DJ entertains the crowd with lively tunes. Everyone is invited to sing, dance and compete in games at this can’t-miss party!
Street Party
Stick around after the Saturday Night Rodeo for an energetic, fun Street Party on the stage directly in front of the River Ranch Saloon! Brush up on your Western line dance moves as a DJ entertains the crowd with lively tunes. Everyone is invited to sing, dance and compete in games at this can’t-miss party!
Explore MoreTennis Courts
Get a bout of exercise in by challenging someone to a match at the ranch’s well-kept Tennis Courts. Pack your racket (or rent one) and head out to one of two courts for a couple friendly games.
Tennis Courts
Get a bout of exercise in by challenging someone to a match at the ranch’s well-kept Tennis Courts. Pack your racket (or rent one) and head out to one of two courts for a couple friendly games.
Explore MorePool
Looking to kick back and enjoy that year-round temperate Florida climate? Guests are welcome to swim, play or sunbathe by the heated outdoor (seasonal) pool, located behind the Saloon.
Pool
Looking to kick back and enjoy that year-round temperate Florida climate? Guests are welcome to swim, play or sunbathe by the heated outdoor (seasonal) pool, located behind the Saloon.
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