If you've never ventured this deep into the forest, you're in for a colorful show of plants and flowers like you've never seen before. Even the stunning mountain views can't distract you from the magnificent wildflower displays tucked into the forests and meadows – from intricate blossoms to sweet little petaled flowers, every conceivable color is represented. The range of plant species includes many found only in this geographic region or at these elevations.

Countless cold, fresh streams crisscross the Ranch in ribbons of water so clear it hardly seems possible. The total effect of flowers, water, rocks, moss, undisturbed banks, and sunlight filtered through the trees is that of a perfect garden wrought by the hand of nature.