A working cattle ranch IN THE HEART OF CALIFORNIA
Just four hours from Los Angeles and San Francisco, nestled in the pristine Cholame Valley, you’ll find the tiny hamlet of Parkfield, California, population 18, and the 20,000 acre V6 Ranch.
During select times of the year, join the V6 Ranch crew on exclusive and authentic ranch experiences, and explore some of the most diverse and alluring country in the United States.
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Ride
Explore the V6 Ranch on one of our all inclusive Cattle Drives, Cowboy Academies, and more!
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Stay
Kick up your boots and relax in the unique Parkfield Lodge, in the heart of Parkfield, Pop. 18.
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Eat
Enjoy our award-winning homestyle BBQ in the log cabin Parkfield Cafe, established 1989.
“NOT YOUR TYPICAL DUDE RANCH.
From riding great horses, learning skills from amazing fun cowboys and cowgirls, to goofing around with the family and the guests. The V6 is a blast! Arrive as a guest, leave as a friend.”
~ Julie S.
Visit the V6 Ranch
Experience ranch life on our exclusive and authentic getaways
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Cowboy academies
Hone your cowboy skills at a V6 Cowboy Academy. Guided by the V6 Ranch’s professional cowboys, guests learn ranch skills like roping, cattle sorting, gathering, and horsemanship skills.
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V6 Cattle Drives
SOLD OUT IN 2024
Drive cattle through 20,000 acres of wide open country on a V6 Cattle Drive. Four times a year guests are invited to join the Varian Family and their cowboy crew on an authentic cattle drive. -
dude ranch weekends
SOLD OUT IN 2024
A relaxing ranch experience. Days spent riding through scenic rangeland gathering & sorting cattle. Evenings spent in the tiny town of Parkfield enjoying massages, wine-tasting, & delicious meals. -
V6 Pack Trip
An epic four day adventure exploring the spectacular landscapes of the V6 Ranch. Days spent exploring, nights spent enjoying handcrafted meals around the campfire.
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Cowboy Academy 102
Hone your roping and cattle sorting skills on this corral-based ride with coaching from cowobys and cowgirls from the V6 and neighboring ranches.
Upcoming Rides & Events
Develop your ranch skills on this 20,000 acre working cattle ranch, with coaching from working cowboys.
Private event with Airstream Club International - Cali Rally
Develop your ranch skills on this working cattle ranch, with coaching from working cowboys.
Every Mother's Day weekend this quiet town's population leaps from a mere 18 to over a thousand bluegrass pickers, pluckers and fun-loving fans.
This is an opportunity where women with the same interest and love of horses are able to be pampered and enjoy each others company as they spend hours with their equine partners.
Ride the Rancho will help each rider expand and improve their horsemanship in a myriad of practical and fun scenarios in and out of the arena.
Cowboys and cowgirls go head to head at Parkfield’s annual ranch rodeo. Contestants and spectators welcome!
Held at the Parkfield Rodeo Grounds.
A deep-dive into cow-working and roping skills with instruction from professional cowboys and cowgirls.
“Cow Working - Way Beyond Basics" with Lester Buckley and Julie Renfro
Develop your ranch skills on this 20,000 acre working cattle ranch, with coaching from working cowboys.
Don’t miss this opportunity to spend four fun filled days riding with bridle horseman Bruce Sandifer at the V6 Ranch.
An event to preserve and educate people to the beauty and efficiency of the Californio style of horsemanship and stockmanship. A family affair with friendly competition and fiesta attitude.
Held at the Parkfield Rodeo grounds.
Visit Parkfield
Experience this one block town, with a population of just 18 people!
Conveniently located just four hours from both Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Parkfield Lodge
Experience a truly unique stay at the Parkfield Lodge. Stay in historic buildings like the 100+ year old Water Tower and Post Office, or get cozy in the luxurious Cowboy Cabin or the log cabin Main Lodge.
Parkfield CAFE
Award-winning burgers, tender steaks, fresh salads, and more in this one-of-a-kind restaurant. Take an adventure off the beaten track and experience the unique rustic atmosphere of the Parkfield Cafe.
Upcoming Parkfield Events
Every Mother's Day weekend this quiet town's population leaps from a mere 18 to over a thousand bluegrass pickers, pluckers and fun-loving fans.
Cowboys and cowgirls go head to head at Parkfield’s annual ranch rodeo. Contestants and spectators welcome!
Held at the Parkfield Rodeo Grounds.
An event to preserve and educate people to the beauty and efficiency of the Californio style of horsemanship and stockmanship. A family affair with friendly competition and fiesta attitude.
Held at the Parkfield Rodeo grounds.
Join the V6 Ranch wranglers on an authentic California Cattle Drive!