Where Nature Amplifies transformation
Take your first steps along a path to genuine restoration and lasting wellbeing. The heart of The Ranch experience, daily guided hikes blend mindful movement with time in nature to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and enhance mental clarity and creativity.
Malibu
Trek the Santa Monica Mountains
Trace switchbacks, shaded trails, and sun-drenched paths through one of the world’s most extraordinary natural environments: a dramatic landscape of deep canyons, exposed ridges, coastal peaks, and sweeping vistas.
Hudson Valley
Days Unfold with Invigorating Hikes
Traverse scenic trails beneath an ever-changing canopy of protected state parkland in the Lower Hudson Valley, where rolling riverbanks give way to valley vistas, jagged cliffs, and ancient highlands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guests can choose between daily two or four-hour hikes each day, with modifications available to suit any fitness level. Trails vary from shaded single-tracks to open, wider trails. These mountain routes include uphills, downhills, and flat sections, featuring 1,500–2,400 feet of elevation gain and brief climbs reaching an 18% grade.
In Malibu, some are single-track lanes, others are wider fire trails. Some have shade, others have no coverage. As we are in the mountains, we have uphills, downhills, and flats. The steepest climbs are almost 18% grade, but those last for about 1 mile. Some inclines last longer, but aren’t as steep. We typically gain between 1,500-2,400 feet in elevation over the entire hike.
In Hudson Valley, guests have the opportunity to explore nearly 45,000 acres of hiking in the area. Set between multiple state parks, with one just steps from the property, the area offers many well-maintained and marked paths with varying difficulty levels and some rocky terrain.
Malibu enjoys a temperate, moderate climate. From fall through early spring, daytime temperatures range from the mid-40s to mid-70s, with nights dipping into the 40s. Summer and early fall see highs in the 90s and warmer evenings in the 60s.
Hudson Valley has four distinct seasons. Spring is mild (40s–60s), while summers reach into the 80s. Fall features crisp weather and vibrant foliage, and winters can be chilly, ranging from the low 20s to mid-30s. Hikes proceed in rain or snow as long as conditions are safe. Otherwise, the experience moves indoors with alternative fitness options like spin and yoga.
Our retreats accommodate a wide range of fitness levels, allowing guests to participate at their own pace. Prior to your visit, you will receive a health questionnaire; our trained fitness staff will review it and follow up with a brief consultation if needed. We also send our 30-Day Pre-Arrival Program to each guest to help them prepare for their visit.
To ease the detoxification process, we recommend abstaining from alcohol, tobacco, artificial sweeteners, and excessive sugar or dairy in the weeks leading up to your visit.
The Experience
A Whole-Health Method
The Ranch offers a return to the fundamentals of flourishing: movement, nourishment, rest, community, and time in nature.
Body
Build strength and endurance through daily massage, personalized training, body composition analysis, and clinical enhancements.
Mind
Shed distractions, embrace life’s purest elements, and unlock renewed clarity, all while building genuine connections that endure well beyond your stay.
Nutrition
Nourish your body at a joyful communal table. Our seasonal, nutrient-rich cuisine cultivates inner vitality and deep connection.