Lazy L&B Ranch

Lazy L&B Ranch, a historic Wyoming dude ranch in the East Fork valley

Lazy L&B Ranch is a family-owned and operated guest ranch located near the town of Dubois, Wyoming, at an elevation of 7,200 feet. It occupies a spot in the East Fork valley of the Wind River, in the Greater Yellowstone area, which the company describes as virtually unchanged since it was homesteaded in the early 20th century. The property is less than two hours from Grand Teton National Park and the town of Jackson.

The Halmay family — Tyler, Julia, Jason, Deb, Felicity, and Summer — is listed as the owner and operator. The ranch limits its capacity to a maximum of 35 guests per week, a decision the company associates with personalized attention and an authentic ranch experience.

Lodging and stay

Accommodations are spread across log cabins described as authentic and comfortable. Stays are organized into weeks with a set activity schedule, and include meals that guest testimonials call outstanding. Available facilities include a swimming pool and a small farm animal zoo for children.

Horseback riding program and other activities

The ranch presents itself as especially renowned for the quality, variety, and scope of its horseback riding program. Trail rides are adapted to different levels, from a few-hour rides to full-day outings, with routes ranging from easy to moderate and changing scenery on every ride. Guides accompany both beginner and experienced riders.

Alongside horseback riding, the offering includes fly-fishing, hiking, birdwatching, and swimming in the river or pool. The weekly schedule combines activities for the whole family with separate time for adults, and includes a specific children's program. Fly-fishing is practiced in spots that guests describe as world-class and uncrowded.

Natural surroundings and location

The ranch is about 30 minutes down a dirt road from the main highway, which the company and its guests associate with true seclusion. The night sky, with little light pollution, allows the Milky Way to be seen, and campfire gatherings are part of the experience. Lazy L&B Ranch operates as a permittee of Shoshone National Forest.

Among the area attractions the company highlights are Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks, reachable by car from the ranch; Yellowstone can be visited in a full day. The ranch blog includes content about the surroundings, such as the history of Crowheart Butte and its relationship with the Shoshone and Crow tribes.

Guest profile and stay options

The ranch caters to families, couples, and groups seeking a week's vacation at a traditional ranch. The company expressly mentions the option of booking adults-only weeks, couples getaways, family reunions, and celebrations. The testimonials collected from Google and TripAdvisor in 2023 come from large family groups, with children of various ages, and from families with young children; several of them highlight the combination of shared time and separate activities for adults and children.

Awards and editorial activity

The ranch presents itself as award-winning and has been ranked among the best ranches in the world in a Condé Nast Traveler publication. It maintains a blog with posts about family reunions, local history, and ranch life, and offers an email newsletter.

Location and contact

Phone: (307) 455-2839 · Email: ranch@lazylb.com