or many places, March feels like the start of spring.
In Moose, Wyoming, it is still very much a working month on the ranch. This has been a light year for snowfall, and warmer temperatures have begun pulling snow from the rooflines and softening the ground earlier than expected. Water begins moving where it has not in months, carving new paths through the soft, alluvial soils of Grand Teton.
The winter crew moves through the property each morning, observing any changes from the day before. Fence lines are walked. Propane is checked ahead of late-season cold snaps. Chimneys are cleared before the swallows begin nesting. It is steady, unglamorous work, and it is the reason the ranch is ready when summer arrives.
There is no audience for this part of the year. No guests in the cabins, no horses on the trail. Just the quiet labor of preparing a place to be lived in again. The valley does not announce spring. It earns it, one warm afternoon at a time.
LostCreekFamilyVacation,2025
Sunday, July 6
I met all the staff at the cookout and they were all so friendly and welcoming to us. Together , all the guests walked down to the horse release ceremony at sunset. What a sight!
Monday, July 7
The orientation ride was a breeze. I haven't ridden in years and was a touch nervous. Afterward, our wrangler Carly came up and reassured me which was so thoughtful.
Tuesday, July 8
My husband went out with the boys to do some fishing and they came back exhausted! Their fishing guide, Isaac, told me he'd never seen a better day on the river .
Wednesday, July
The last time I went to the r in high school. It felt like I wa boys had a great time ridin Seeing the staff competing This night was my favorite,
rodeo was with my parents as right back there. The g the mechanical bull. was a highlight of our trip. hands down.
Thursday, July 10
The office staff told us we had to try out team penning and it did not disappoint. I'm worried my kids might be unable to leave this place.
Friday, July 11
The view from our all-day ride with the head wrangler . She took us on the most incredible ride through almost 20 miles of Park and Forest land.
MyersFamily
Saturday, July 12
I'm glad we booked the later flight. We had to get one more ride in. We got to say a real goodbye to the Tetons, but I know we'll be back
This was our third year in a row returning to Lost Creek Ranch, and it felt just as good to be back as ever. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by Jasmin and the team, many of whom we've come to know over the years. It really does start to feel like returning to familiar faces, not just a vacation spot. We also enjoyed meeting new guests and spending time with people who, over the years, have turned into real friends.
StraightFromTheSaddle
The recent cabin renovations are lovely. They've clearly put thought into keeping the character of the ranch while making the cabins more comfortable. Meals were a highlight for us. Chef John and his team consistently put out creative, fresh food, and it was something we genuinely looked forward to each day.
We especially enjoyed the Lost Creek rodeo! It's relaxed, fun and full of laughter, and it's one of those events where guests and staff really mix and enjoy themselves. The scenery is hard to ignore. Whether out on horseback or floating down the Snake River, the views of the Tetons are always impressive. We also loved the painting experience with artist Nick Turner, which was something a little different and made the week even more memorable.
Yourfriends,
Michelle & Chris
What keeps us coming back though, is the staff. Their warmth and care for guests is obvious, and it makes the whole experience feel personalized rather than polished.
– Chris entering barrel N 2 on Christie o.
Lost Creek Rodeo, September 2025
A week at Lost Creek means a week in the company of wildlife that has inhabited this valley for thousands of years. The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is home to the largest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states, and the ranch sits right in the middle of it.
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Some of these animals have roamed North America longer than people. Others were nearly lost and brought back through decades of conservation effort. All of them are visible from the property or the surrounding wilderness.
Thankfully, Graham Scott has been doing exactly that for the past five years.
As head of the Maintenance team and Emergency Operations, he's the first one on the ground each spring and often the last to leave in fall.
What brought you to Lost Creek originally?
A lifelong fascination with the West. I visited the Yellowstone and Grand Teton area in the fall of 2019 after moving back to my home state of Tennessee. I had been in South Africa pursuing a field guiding degree and working as a safari guide. Once I got back, I started searching for ranches and jobs in this area.
Most challenging job you have had to undertake?
We strive to anticipate obstacles and resolve them before they develop but there have been several over the years that pushed my skills to their limit. What I remember most is the tireless work ethic of our maintenance staff. With a crew like that, once the job is done, you shrug the challenges off like they never happened.
Tell us about maintaining a century-old ranch.
It is hard work, but it is rewarding beyond imagination. Each day, I get to contributing meaningfully to the well-being of the facilities and structures that are part of a greater legacy on this landscape. That’s the kind of work that gets you out of bed without the snooze button and excited for the next big project.
Stoic, quiet, and observant, the ideal qualities of a top hand.
Six years. What keeps
you
coming back?
We sat down with Graham to learn what keeps him coming back, what the off-season actually looks like, and a few stories from his years at Lost Creek.
People and place. My team and I are close-knit. We keep up in the off-season and are a part of each other's lives outside of the ranch. I care about Lost Creek, and I care about the people who choose to spend their summers here.
What do you do with your free time?
Showing people around the area is a big one for me. I remember the sense of awe I felt my first day here and I want to help people experience that feeling. I love fly fishing and watching wildlife, but I get the most joy out of being a resource for newcomers. At heart, I am a guide and an educator.
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees and grease your muffin tin
Combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs.
Pour wet ingredients into dry and fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in blueberries and lemon zest.
Divide batter evenly among 12 muffin cups, filling each about three quarters full.
Sprinkle tops with cinnamon and sugar.
Bake at 375 degrees for 22 to 25 minutes until golden and toothpick comes out clean
