Wolf Lake Ranch (WLR) offers a one-of-a-kind getaway that makes it easy to take a step back from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Located in western Michigan, the ranch is just north of Baldwin off Hwy M37, and within the beautiful Manistee National Forest. WLR isn't your everyday guest ranch - the horses are great, the home-cooked meals are delicious and plentiful, and the staff always welcomes you like a good friend.
Year after year, these are the things that make guests of all ages want to come back. Your Hosts Pete and Marlena Libby work hard to ensure you have a great time and make your stay comfortable. Between the trail rides, camp fires, and extra activities, there's always something going on for guests of every age!
Year after year, these are the things that make guests of all ages want to come back. Your Hosts Pete and Marlena Libby work hard to ensure you have a great time and make your stay comfortable. Between the trail rides, camp fires, and extra activities, there's always something going on for guests of every age!
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History
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In the heart of the Manistee forest with old logging trails, 6500 acres of hills, valleys, and secluded forest, Wolf Lake Station was built in 1890 as a wilderness depot to serve loggers who lumbered the pine forests between Baldwin and Traverse City.
In 1942, Tom and Mable Shook bought the three story boarding house - aka "Big House", which stood next to Wolf Lake station - aka "Branding Iron", and 35 acres on Wolf Lake and named it Wolf Lake Ranch.Over time the ranch changed hands, and in 1981 Pete Libby purchased it. Pete and the staff work hard to update and maintain guest comfort, yet retain the original beauty of the Ranch and North woods as it was years ago.
In 1942, Tom and Mable Shook bought the three story boarding house - aka "Big House", which stood next to Wolf Lake station - aka "Branding Iron", and 35 acres on Wolf Lake and named it Wolf Lake Ranch.Over time the ranch changed hands, and in 1981 Pete Libby purchased it. Pete and the staff work hard to update and maintain guest comfort, yet retain the original beauty of the Ranch and North woods as it was years ago.
Rates & Availability
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The ranch offers 6 duplex cabins, 3 units on the "Long House" and 3 individual cabins, "The Flying W, Bunkhouse and Log Cabin" that hold larger groups of people. Each unit is individually air-conditioned and heated for your comfort. Bed linens are furnished. Please bring your own bath and beach towels.
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As first timers to the ranch, we didn't know what to expect, but I will say all of these great reviews are accurate. Loved everything about this place, even the "rustic" accommodations. Our days were filled with wonderful activities, though the pace felt easy and relaxed. Besides the genuine hospitality of the staff, was the warm welcome we received from guests who have been coming back year after year.
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