Welcome to cowboy country
The V6 Ranch is a 20,000-acre working cattle ranch on California's Central Coast, just outside Parkfield, population 18. Since 1961 our family has lived and worked on this land, and we invite you to join us and experience ranch life: moving cattle, learning cowboy skills, and exploring this beautiful land we call home, regardless of your skill level. Just 3.5 hours from LA or San Francisco, but a world apart.
ranch with us
The V6 Ranch is a working cattle ranch, so guest visits are limited to select times each year.
Spots are limited and fill up quickly, don’t miss out!
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Dude Ranch Getaways
Ride, relax, and repeat. Spend days exploring the scenic V6 Ranch and evenings kicking your boots up in true western comfort on these all-inclusive getaways.
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Cowboy academies
Hone your cowboy skills at a V6 Cowboy Academy. Guided by professional cowboys, learn real ranch skills like roping, sorting, and gathering cattle.
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Cattle Drives
SOLD OUT IN 2026 & 2027
Drive cattle through 20,000 acres of wide open country with the Varian Family and V6 Crew on a V6 Cattle Drive. -
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Cowboy Experience
Explore the V6 Ranch on scenic trail rides and hone your ranch skills with coaching from the V6 Ranch Crew.
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Rodeo Academy
Get first rodeo ready on the V6 Rodeo Academy! Learn ranch rodeo skills like roping, barrel racing, sorting, and more with coaching from professional cowboys and cowgirls.
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Wrangler Ride
Take scenic trail rides through wildflower studded hills, and learn ranch skills like gathering and sorting cattle, roping, and more.
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Horsemanship clinics
Join world-class horsemen at the V6 Ranch for specialized clinics and workshops, where you’ll sharpen your horsemanship and ranch skills.
Meet the varian family
Since 1961, our family has lived and worked on this land. Today, four generations call the V6 Ranch home, raising cattle and horses, hosting guests, and caring for the land together. When you ride here, you're not joining a tour, you're riding with our family, on the land we've called home for over 65 years.
“NOT YOUR TYPICAL DUDE RANCH”
~Julie S.
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Rest, Relax, and Dine in Historic Parkfield
The Parkfield Cafe & Lodge is your home base for cowboy comfort and great food in the heart of California's Central Coast. You don't need to be in the saddle to stay here, kick your boots up, eat well, and soak in real small-town hospitality.
Come visit us!
Come on out and join us for authentic cowboy adventures, cozy lodging, and award-winning BBQ, all hosted by our family in the little town of Parkfield.