At Westgate River Ranch Resort we invite you to leave your *city worries* behind and enjoy a change in pace *western style.* Located on 1,700 acres of lush landscape that includes a 5,000-ft. airstrip and a full-service marina, Westgate River Ranch blends the best that nature has to offer with outstanding ranch activities that the whole family can enjoy. Saddle up on one of our horses, partake in our Wild West Rodeo or bend an elbow at our River Ranch Saloon. At Westgate River Ranch, we encourage you to unleash your inner cowboy. Open year-round, the resort is secluded, peaceful and relaxing allowing you to take pleasure in the beautiful natural surroundings while still close enough to civilization for our *city slickers.* Nestled in the heart of Polk County, FL, Westgate River Ranch is centrally located between Orlando and Tampa giving you and your family a wide variety of recreational options to fill your days with fun and entertainment. You*ll experience a truly unique rustic setting that combines *Old West* elegance with the cozy ambiance of home, making it the ideal family destination for those looking to escape their fast-paced lifestyle. We give our guests extra-special attention and the best in western hospitality and strive to provide you with a one-of-a-kind memorable vacation that will keep you coming back for more!
Westgate River Ranch Amenities
Air Conditioned
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Bath Tub
Boating
Conference Facilities
Coffee Maker in Room
24 Hour Front Desk
Dinner
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Family Plan
FAX
Fishing
Free Parking
Game Room
Golf
Horseback Riding
Ice Machine
Jacuzzi
Kennels
King Bed
Kitchenette
Kitchen
Microwave
Miniature Golf
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Phone Service
Picnic Area/Tables
Pool
Outdoor Pool
Recreational Vehicle Parking
Queen Bed
Restaurant
Western Room Style
Shower
Skeet Shooting
Sofa Bed
Telephone
Tennis
TV
Television with Cable
Westgate River Ranch Rate Disclaimer
All rates indicated are for search purposes only; check availability to verify rate.
Westgate River Ranch Miscellaneous Information
American Dollars is the native currency.
Check in time is 1600
Check out time is 1000
Time Zone is -5
Directions
By car: From the south: Take the Florida Turnpike north to the exit for State Road 60 in Yeehaw Junction. Follow State Road 60 west to River Ranch Blvd. Turn left on River Ranch Blvd. The resort is 2.5 miles down the road. From the north: Take the Florida Turnpike south to the exit for State Road 60 in Yeehaw Junction. Follow State Road 60 west to River Ranch Blvd. Turn left on River Ranch Blvd. The resort is 2.5 miles down the road. From Orlando: Take I-4 west out of Orlando and exit onto Hwy 27 south. Follow Hwy 27 south to State Road 60 in Lake Wales. Turn right onto State Road 60 and follow to River Ranch Blvd. Turn right onto River Ranch Blvd. The resort is 2.5 miles down the road. From Tampa: Take State Road 60 east out of Tampa. Follow State Road 60 through Lake Wales to River Ranch Blvd. Turn right onto River Ranch Blvd. The resort is 2.5 miles down the road. By boat: Boat in from either coast. We*re on the Kissimmee Waterway. By air: The Airport is on the Miami Sectional Chart, located 3 miles east of restricted area 2901-C. The coordinates are 27 o 46 minutes, 81 o 12 minutes, 170 o radial of Orlando, 105 o radial of Lakeland, 280 o radial of Vero Beach
Guarantee Policy
Varies by rate plan booked. Check availability for more information.
Cancellation Policy
Varies by rate plan booked. Check availability for more information.
Restaurant Information
Restaurant / Dining Information: Smoke House Grill River Ranch Saloon Deli and ice cream shop
Meeting Facility
Meeting / Conference Information: Meeting and Conference facilities available upon request.
Recreation Information
Recreation Information: The Bait and Tackle shop at the marina offers pontoon cruises, fishing charters, airboat rides, and nature cruises as well as selling bait and tackle equipment. Over-night boat slips and a boat ramp are also available. The Rodeo arena features a complete western style rodeo every Saturday night. The rodeo includes Bull Riding, Barrell Racing, Calf Roping, Calf Scramble and a Greasy Pig Chase for the kids. The Petting Zoo and Horse Stables will offer pony rides, trail rides and hay rides. The petting zoo will be home to a llama, chickens, goats, ducks, a milking cow and a pot belly pig. The Saloon will feature Friday and Saturday night entertainment provided by McKinley and Beggs, one of the top country and western bands in central Florida. River Ranch also offers miniature golf, bike rentals, tennis, child care, trap and skeet range, basketball and an arcade.
Area Attractions: River Ranch is located one hour from Tampa, beaches, Orlando and Disney.
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