Explore

Explore the Ranch

Trails, lakes and 300 private acres. The estate asks very little of you — what follows is how guests tend to spend their time, nothing booked, nothing scheduled.

Aerial view over 300 private acres at Loess Lakes Ranch: rolling wooded hills, open fields and a small lake catching golden evening light

300 Private Acres

Rolling hills, wooded valleys and open country—all waiting to be explored.

Find Your Way

Find Your Way

A connected trail system winds throughout the Loess hills, woodlands, lakes, and open areas of the ranch. Follow the orange trail shown on the map and explore the property at your own pace.

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Open ridge-top trail lined with yellow and white wildflowers, looking out over the wooded Loess Hills at dusk

Walk the Ridges

Follow wildflower-lined paths across the rolling Loess Hills.

Mown grass trail running between rows of cedar trees toward a pastel sunset sky

Room to Wander

Quiet grass trails invite an unhurried walk through the property.

Shaded dirt trail winding up through green, untouched woodland on the ranch

Into the Woods

Shaded trails wind through peaceful, untouched woodland.

Quiet woodland path curving between lush undergrowth and tall hardwood trees

The Quiet Way

Slow down, breathe deeply and follow the path wherever it leads.

Two rope tree swings hanging from a mature oak beside the ranch lane, overlooking wooded hills

A Simple Kind of Fun

Two old-fashioned swings overlooking the hills—made for carefree moments.

One Connected System

Explore at your own pace.

A connected trail system winds throughout the Loess hills, woodlands, lakes, and open areas of the ranch. Follow the orange trail shown on the map and explore the property at your own pace.

Aerial view of the private lake reflecting clouds, ringed by timber and mown lawn with the vintage caboose at the edge

The Lake

A secluded stretch of water surrounded by trees, trails and open sky.

Wooden fishing dock on the private lake at dusk with a canoe and rowboat pulled up beside a stone path

Cast a Line

Spend a quiet morning fishing from the private dock or simply settle in by the water.

Vintage yellow Union Pacific caboose UP 25317 on a short section of track, with chairs around a fire ring on the mown lawn at dusk

A Piece of the Past

A vintage Union Pacific caboose tucked into its own peaceful corner of the ranch.

Tread Lightly

Explore with care.

  • Stay on marked trails
  • Wear sturdy, weather-appropriate footwear
  • Carry water and allow extra time on hills
  • Children should explore with adult supervision
  • No motorized vehicles on the trails
  • Do not cross creeks, fences or marked property boundaries
  • Observe wildlife from a respectful distance
  • Pack out everything you bring in
  • Trail conditions may change after rain or severe weather

Outdoor conditions are naturally uneven and can change with the weather.

Plan Your Stay

Pick your season