Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo

5-star ranch resort with the longest-running Saturday night championship rodeo in the United States

Accommodations

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo offers 5 unique lodging types including Luxe Teepees named after Native American symbols, Conestoga Wagons, and luxury glamping tents with private bathrooms. Each themed unit comes with a glamping concierge service that assists with booking outdoor adventures. Guests arriving by plane can use the resort's own 1509 m private airstrip, which also accommodates helicopters.

Rodeo & Entertainment

The resort hosts the longest-running Saturday night championship rodeo in the United States, with bull riding, barrel racing, and trick roping every week. Additional rodeo events are scheduled on Thursday nights, and a mechanical bull is available at the adventure park. Evenings at the saloon include line dancing sessions from 7 to 8 pm, plus karaoke and trivia.

Dining

On-site dining options include the River Ranch Cattle Company steakhouse, the Smokehouse Grill with river views, and the Chop House steakhouse. The Smokehouse Grill is open Friday through Sunday and serves brisket, ribs, and baked beans. A full bar is available at the River Ranch Saloon, and there is an on-site general store with deli and a coffee shop.

Activities & Recreation

The resort has a water park with waterslides, a rock climbing wall, zip line, and a 1 hectare adventure park with mini golf and a mechanical bull. Outdoor activities include horseback riding on guided trail rides, airboat tours on the Kissimmee River, and skeet shooting at the firing range. The 24-hour front desk can also book archery, fishing, canoeing, and swamp buggy rides.

Family & Kids

Westgate River Ranch provides a children's playground, a petting zoo with Kune Kune pigs and peacocks, and a board games library. Kids can enjoy pony rides, a water park, and outdoor play equipment designed for ages 2 to 14. The resort also offers a complimentary catch-and-release fishing program for children at the marina.

• Rodeo: Longest-running Saturday night championship rodeo in the U.S.
• Accommodations: Luxe Teepees, Conestoga Wagons, and luxury glamping tents with private bathrooms
• Activities: Horseback riding, airboat tours, and a 1509 m private airstrip
• Dining: River Ranch Cattle Company and Smokehouse Grill on-site
• Spa & Wellness: Full-service spa, fitness centre, and hot tub
• Family: Petting zoo, children's playground, and water park
• Location: Kissimmee River and Lake Kissimmee within 10 minutes