Scotty's Cabin at Lower Vine Ranch
Lower Vine Ranch was Scotty's home, not his castle. Scotty's Castle never belonged to Scotty, but was the vacation home of Scotty's benefactors and friends Albert and Bessie Johnson. They built Scotty his own home at Lower Vine Ranch.
Ranger Guided Hiking Tours
Lower Vine Ranch is usually closed to the public. However, occasional ranger guided hikes are given. Each hike is limited to 15 people.
Ranger guided hiking tours to Lower Vine Ranch are often fully booked in advance. Go to www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 to purchase advance tickets.
| Adult (age 16-61) |
$20.00
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| Interagency Senior Pass Holders |
$10.00
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| Interagency Access Pass Holders |
$10.00
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| Child (age 6-15) |
$10.00
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| Child (age 5 & under) |
Free
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Tours will last approximately 2½ hours and involves a 2 mile walk roundtrip over a graded dirt road. This tour is not handicap accessible and not recommended for those with difficulty walking.
Day of Tour Logistics
Participants must pick up their tickets and directions to the meeting point at the Scotty's Castle Ticket Office at least 15 minutes before the tour begins. Tickets must be purchased at the Castle before going to the meeting point for the beginning of the tour.
Participants should wear good walking shoes or boots and bring water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Cameras are permitted.
No restrooms are available at Lower Vine Ranch - visitors are strongly encouraged to use the restrooms at Scotty's Castle or at the Grapevine Ranger Station prior to arrival at the trailhead.
