Welcome to Thunderstorm Ranch
Idaho’s largest camel ranch! Tucked amongst the farmland with views of the foothills and Owyhee Mountains lies a charming homestead and Treasure Valley’s premiere camel experience.
Get up close to these amazing gentle giants for hugs and photos while learning about their unique adaptations to the desert and remarkable history. Experience each camels unique personality and get ready to fall in love. Adventure doesn’t stop there! Say hello to our gorgeous Scottish Highland Cows and meet our adorable mini donkeys! From corporate team building meetings to kids birthday parties, the sky is the limit at Thunderstorm Ranch.
Meet the Camels •
Meet the Camels •
Get up close to our dromedary and Bactrian camels to learn about their habitats and history. Find out which one of the herd loves to be fed peppermints!
Highland Cattle
Our ladies are registered with the American Highland Cattle Association which follows strict regulations similar to the requirements of the Scottish associations.
Scottish Highlands can be traced back to the 6th century with the official herd book dated in 1885. A herd of Highland Cattle is traditionally referred to as a “fold” because they were kept in open shelters built of stone called folds at night to provide a windbreak. They have an unusual coat of longer oily hair over a shorter downy undercoat. This combination repels water and insulates against cold. Because they are insulated by their coat, Highland beef is more lean than other cattle which insulate themselves with fat.
Our ladies love a good scratch, visitors can help comb their long hair through the fence, it is a fun way to interact with these exotic creatures.
Sauna Experience
Enjoy the physical and mental benefits fo the sauna and cold plunge
For hundreds of years, Scandinavians have enjoyed the benefits of the sauna with alternating dips in a cold lake. No need to book a trip to Finland. Come enjoy our traditional wood fired sauna, complete with salt wall and cold plunge. You chose between dry or steam heat by adding water to the lava rock encased wood stove. When you are ready, step outside for a quick cold plunge or challenge yourself to see how long you can stay in! Towels and aromatherapy options are included. Guided experiences can be arranged or have the space all to yourself (swimsuits are required for guided experiences). The sauna comfortably accommodates four. Stay as long as you like.
The Hump
Stories from the Ranch
