Saddle Up for These 11 Cowboy (& Cowgirl) Destinations

Today is National Day of the Cowboy and if you've got a little cowpoke in your stables, you'll want to plan a vaycay to one of these sweet places.

By Amber Guetebier July 23, 2017

If you’ve got a crew with spurs that jingle jangle jingle, then you’re in the market for a cowboy vacation. From open prairie to luxury ranches, we’ve found 11 places worth hopping along to. Click through the gallery to find your next home on the range.

Los Angeles, Hollywood & Calabasas, California

The Autry Museum of the American West, located in Griffith Park (LA) houses one of the finest cowboy and American West collections in the entire world. The museum is home to the Southwest Museum of the American Indian Collection, one of the largest collections of Native American art and artifacts in the country. There is also an extensive array of fine art and paintings along with film memorabilia, historic firearms and more. Ongoing family events include panning for gold, cowboy lunches and more. Just a short drive (depending on traffic) away you’ll find the Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas, Ca. Dedicated to preserving and sharing the legacy of the American West, summertime fun includes Little Ranchers Days with ranch animals, blacksmith demos, kid’s music and more. While you’re in the LA area, head to the Hollywood Walk of Fame to see the five stars of Gene Autry, the world’s most famous cowboy (and original founder of the Autry museum). He has stars for film, television, recording, radio and live performance, making him the only entertainer to ever have so many.

photo: Sher Warkentin