He was just out for a peaceful stroll near our West Pond when he spotted the camera—and came over personally to discuss the unauthorized filming. “Delete that footage. I did NOT approve this angle!” At Lost Creek Canyon Ranch, you never know who might wander past. Explore 400 acres of breathtaking wilderness, flowing water, historic homesteads, rescue animals and unforgettable scenery—just 15 minutes from Palm Springs. Our wildlife makes its own schedule, so bear sightings are never...

This summer’s combination of heat and humidity has been paradise for pests. For our trees? Not so much. So we painted the trunks with a traditional lime-based whitewash. The lime helps protect the trunks from sunscald and can also help discourage some pests and reduce problems around the bark. It may look a little strange…but sometimes taking care of an orchard means your trees spend the summer looking like they’ve joined a mime troupe. Our 150-tree orchard includes all kinds of fruits and...

¡Feliz Cumpleaños, Guilmer! When the foreman is also the ranch team’s Hermano, Tío, Compadre, and Jefe, no one knows what name to use when it’s time to sing Happy Birthday! Everyone just waits to see which title someone starts with. Around Lost Creek Canyon Ranch, Guilmer wears many hats, but no matter what you call him, one thing never changes—he is the heart of so much that happens here. If you’ve met Guilmer, you know exactly what we mean. He is hardworking, dependable, humble, and always...