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Most of us know Philmont as the backpacking trip of a lifetime. But did you know that Philmont is also a working cattle ranch? When the Scouts acquired Philmont from Waite Phillips in 1941 one condition we agreed to continue its operations as a working cattle ranch. To this day the ranch is home burros, cattle, and bison throughout the 140,177 acres of wilderness. On your trek you'll see these ranch animals roaming around, and if you're lucky you might get to see ranchers on a cattle drive! #phi

More than 1 million participants have trekked through Philmont's 214 square miles of rugged terrain. During their pinnacle high adventure experience, trekkers participate in a variety of themed programs as they pass through a selection of Philmont staffed camps. Register for a 2016 trek: http://www.philmontscoutranch.org/reserve | Philmont Scout Ranch

4.8K views · 356 reactions | Take a well deserved break and listen to the wind whistling through the pines up at the Miranda Meadow! | Philmont Scout Ranch | Facebook

April is a time of change at Philmont Scout Ranch. Birds are singing, leaves are turning green, and flowers are blooming... but sometimes nature has other plans. Just look at how "excited" these deer are to see snow! Nature is calling! Use the link in our bio to register for 2026 treks. 🎥: Truman Attaway | Philmont Scout Ranch

It's an emotional experience to return home after spending multiple days in Philmont's Backcountry. We're so proud of all the crews who made it back Wednesday. Photographed by Alex Cenci. | Philmont Scout Ranch