Lost Wells Butte Ranch LLC

Lost Wells Butte Ranch LLC raises Simmental cattle in Riverton, WY, serving Fremont County and Wind River Range near Jackson. The ranch maintains routine health checks and genetic screenings through partnerships with local veterinarians to support herd vitality and breed integrity. Owners emphasize low-stress handling from birth, using gentle techniques and early human interaction to promote calm confidence in each animal. Calves spend their earliest weeks in sheltered paddocks with heated water sources before moving to open pastures with rotational grazing.

Water troughs and trace mineral supplements are strategically sited to encourage natural foraging and ensure balanced nutrition throughout each season. They draw on Wyoming ranching traditions, balancing robust genetics with attentive daily care and sustainable land management. Customers comment on the herd’s sound conformation, strong maternal traits, efficient feed conversion and steady growth across varied terrain. The multi-generational operation pairs modern welfare standards with time-honored stewardship, fostering community trust and cultivating resilient, well-socialized cattle.