Family Vacation Ideas and Help for Family Vacations

Are you an avid golfer? Enjoy one of Running Y Ranch's top amenities and play a round of golf at their 18 hole golf course designed by Arnold Palmer himself. Named by Golf Digest as one of "America's 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses" any golfer would feel right at home on this 18 hole golf course, known as one of Arnold Palmer's favorite designs. If you're a beginning golfer, Running Y Ranch offers lessons to help you feel comfortable partaking in this relaxing pastime.

If a cozy winter vacation is what you're after, Running Y has its very own skate rink. The Bill Collier Community Ice Arena boasts beautiful skating conditions all winter long, with activities for the whole family. Skate rentals and lessons are available for those who don't have their ice legs yet. After a long day of skating, curl up in Running Y Ranch's cozy lodge featuring western fare with a touch of class.

If experiencing the outdoors is your ideal vacation, Running Y offers a 6,000 acre ranch complete with ATV tours and seasonal barrel races. Horseback riding tours are available for those looking to experience a true western vacation. Live like a cowboy and move cattle while horseback, or go for a relaxing horseback ride and take in the beautiful views of Southern Oregon.

Every cowboy has to eat, and at Running Y Ranch, the world class chefs spare no expense. Enjoy microbrews and lighter fare at the Wetlands Lounge for a late afternoon snack (the lounge is open from 4pm-9pm weekdays). Relax and take in a ball game at Gallagher's Café and Sports Bar open from noon to 7pm Thursday through Monday. Whatever you're hungry for, Running Y Ranch delivers with exceptional service.

Enjoy all of Southern Oregon's outdoor activities with Running Y's exclusive Adventure Outfitters. Try geocaching, and see what treasures you can uncover amidst the local scenery. Oregon is known for its superb fishing territory, and Running Y takes advantage of this with both fly and gear fishing tours. Experience the bolder side of the outdoors with whitewater rafting and kayaking tours. Running Y Ranch takes advantage of Southern Oregon's beautiful scenery with an array of outdoor activities for the solo vacationer, or the family pack.

With all the outdoor fun you're having, you'll be ready for a restful night's sleep, and Running Y Ranch has you covered. From their lodge featuring 82 cozy rooms, to their private vacation rentals featuring chalets and townhomes, Running Y Ranch makes sure you feel right at home. Complimentary resort wide travel is offered, so you can head to the exclusive Sandhill Spa for a full day of pampering, complete with facials, massages and aromatherapy, in full comfort. Book your stay at Running Y Ranch today, and discover a whole new world of vacationing and relaxation.