Whether you’re more of a John Wayne or John Dutton, dude ranch vacations are the perfect place to play cowboy IRL for a few days. Here, 13 of our favorite in the U.S.

Sixth-generation ranchers in Wyoming saved their family heritage by thinking outside the box when it comes to ranching.

You’ll feel like a real cowhand riding out longhorns, cows, bulls, and possibly even bucking horses. After returning to the ranch from the cattle drive, you can relax in the hot tub or by the fire, then enjoy a homemade dinner you won’t forget.