R-Ranch is located in the old logging town of Johnsondale, California. This land was originally purchased in the late 1800s but wasn’t a fully operational logging town until the mid-1930’s when Whitney Lumber Company bought the town. Several mill workers lived in the cabins that are still on the property, and there was a commissary, hospital, and elementary school. The mill operated for several years until it was closed down in 1979. Only a few people stayed behind to act as caretakers of the property, and it became known as a “ghost town.” In late 1984, Great Western Ranches, a Nevada City, California company, purchased Johnsondale from REDE. R-Ranch in the Sequoias became a division of Great Western Ranches. Richard Malott was the general manager of the project, and Jeff Dennis was the president of the company. In 1989 the official R-Ranch opened and offered only 2,500 shares of ownership to select families. Some of those families are still owners today.

Whether you prefer staying in a cabin, RV or Tent site R-Ranch has you covered. Several of the ranches 80 cabins have been completely renovated to reflect modernized features, while others still retain their rustic charm. With over 200 RV spots available, you are able to bring your own trailer or the ranch has a limited number available to owners. Our tent sites are located in a private area on the property near the stables and have a BBQ grill at each station. Cabins are fully furnished, and all have coffee makers, microwaves, all full kitchen supplies to make a home-cooked meal. Some are equipped with TV’s or DVD players, or most families prefer to bring board games for family game nights.  Linens are not provided.

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