Welcome to Lutherhaven Ministries' new Shoshone Creek Ranch—an authentic western dude ranch welcoming youth, adults and families to a one-of-a-kind camp and vacation experience!
- Located on the western edge of the famous Bitterroot Mountains on the beautiful North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River
- Surrounded by 3.5 million acres of National Forests
- Opened in 2010 at Shoshone Base Camp, purchased in 2009 from the federal government after two acts of Congress!
- Operated under an expanded Outfitters and Guides Permit from the Idaho Panhandle National Forests
- New for 2011: Meals served from our restored 1880's Chuck Wagon, miles of new National Forest riding trails, hay rides, composting toilets, running water and that new-fangled 'lectricity!
Our signature building, the McPherson Homestead, was hand-built by legendary Frank McPherson in the 1920’s and ‘30’s from trees killed in the Great Fire of 1910. McPherson did all the work himself, using a team of two horses to lift the squared logs into place. Lutherhaven disassembled the homestead and rebuilt it at Shoshone Creek Ranch, where finishing touches continue. The historic building serves as the ranch’s main gathering place.
Stream-side tent cabins open onto Shoshone Creek and provide camper housing. The old-fashion canvas wall tents—hung with log posts and poles—include wooden floors, covered porches and cots for sleeping comfort.
Construction of a 1920’s-era log barn from McPherson’s original homestead will begin in 2012. When finished it will serve as the Bunkhouse for older kids … a great place to swap stories with new friends, laugh late into the night, share in a Bible study, and imprint forever memories on young hearts and minds — all under the supervision of ranch staff.
Shoshone Creek Ranch gives campers young and old alike a Christian retreat experience that's absolutely unique in the United States! Many camps offer adventure, horseback riding, high ropes, outdoor recreation opportunities and family programming, but no place combines rustic comfort, 3.5 million acres of surrounding National Forests, generous hospitality, near-wilderness escapades and quality Christian programming like Shoshone Creek Ranch!
Shoshone Creek Ranch operates under an Outfitters and Guides Permit from the Idaho Panhandle National Forests.