Visiting Kindness Ranch
We welcome supporters, volunteers, and adopters to our 1,000-acre sanctuary in rural Wyoming. Plan your journey to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
Important: Remote & Winter Travel Notice
Kindness Ranch is located in a remote, rugged area of Wyoming. Cell service can be unreliable on rural roads, and weather conditions change rapidly — especially during late fall, winter, and early spring.
- A 4WD / AWD vehicle with good tire tread is strongly recommended from October through April due to snow, ice, and mud.
- Check local road closures via WYDOT (WYORoads) before driving out.
- Download offline maps before leaving major highways, as GPS navigation can drop.
Location & Office Hours
Physical Address:
Kindness Ranch Animal Sanctuary
854 State Highway 270
Hartville, WY 82215
Office Hours:
7 Days a Week: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (MDT)
Contact Info:
Phone: (307) 735-4177
Email: lorye@kindnessranch.org
Trip Planning & Preparation
Wyoming winters feature high winds, blowing snow, freezing temperatures, and sudden road closures. If traveling between November and April:
- Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle (blankets, water, non-perishable snacks, flashlight, and shovel).
- Keep your fuel tank at least half full at all times.
- Check WYORoad.info or call 511 for live road conditions before heading out.
- Call us before leaving if severe weather is forecasted so we can confirm road status into the ranch.
Because Kindness Ranch is a working sanctuary and rehabilitation center, all visits must be scheduled in advance to protect the safety and well-being of our animals and caretakers.
- Adoption meet-and-greets and tours require prior confirmation.
- Please do not bring personal pets onto the sanctuary grounds without prior approval from our staff.
- Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for walking on unpaved or muddy terrain.
Hartville and surrounding areas are small, rural communities. Gas stations and grocery stores may have limited hours:
- Fuel Up Early: Fill your tank in Wheatland, Guernsey, or Torrington before heading toward the sanctuary.
- Dining & Lodging: Guernsey and Wheatland offer lodging and dining options if you are staying overnight in the area.