CARRYING ON
A LEGACY
Our roots here run deep,
stretching back to our great-great-grandfather,
one of the original settlers of this land.
He built a life and a legacy here with his family—
a legacy we are honored to carry forward today.
His story is woven into the very fabric of ours,
and we invite you to become a part of
the chapters we are writing today.
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OUR STORY
Meet Dustin "The Cowboy," Harmony, and their six daughters—a family of cowgirls raising cattle in the high desert mountains of Southern Utah. To truly understand the heart of their ranch, you have to go back to the beginning of a love story decades in the making.
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The journey from schoolmates to soulmates was a long trail
with plenty of missed signals:
August 1986
Harmony - Kindergarten - Dustin - 2nd grade
Harmony oblivious
Dustin thinks girls have cooties
1997-1998
Serving on youth seminary council together
Harmony interested
Dustin oblivious
July '99-Aug '01
Dustin serves 2 year mission for church
Harmony writes faithfully
Dustin oblivious
Sept. 2001
Dustin home from mission
Harmony given up
Dustin interested
Oct. 2001
Chasing wild cows together
Harmony interested
Dustin interested
October 2001
Engaged
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December 2001
Married - Ride bareback into sunset - same horse of course
Dustin’s passion for ranching started long before he met Harmony.
At just 11 years old, he began "cowboyin'" for a neighbor,
choosing to be paid in cattle rather than cash.
His lifelong dream was to build a ranch alongside a faithful companion and family,
and today, he feels more blessed than he ever imagined.
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Their six daughters have embraced this rugged, beautiful life with open arms.
Rooted in their love for Jesus Christ, the girls are growing up to be confident, strong, and kind.
While the family admits they are always a "work in progress,"
they believe there is no better way to
grow up than under the wide-open Utah skies.
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A life this special is meant to be shared.
The Cox family is thrilled to welcome visitors to experience their "piece of heaven."
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Here, there are no strangers—only friends they haven't met yet.
Guests may come for an experience of a lifetime, but they
leave with treasured memories and
friendships that we believe can last forever.
about the ranch at wild rose
Where Heritage Meets the Horizon.
Welcome to the Ranch at Wild Rose, an authentic working cattle ranch
where the spirit of the West is a way of life.
From the grit of historic cattle drives to
the grace of high-end Western weddings,
we invite you to step into our world.
Whether you are here for a horseback elopement
under the desert sunor a farm-to-plate feast,
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you aren’t just a guest,you’re part of a legacy.
Welcome to the Ranch
We’ve opened our gates to offer a variety of
ways to experience the high desert mountains of Southern Utah:
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Authentic Cowboy Life: Join us for historic multiday cattle drives and immersive cowboy experiences. You don't just see the west, you live from the back of a horse. What are you waiting for? Saddle up!
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Event Planning: From rustic wedding coordination to intimate events, we provide a backdrop unlike any other.
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- Our Bloodlines: The next generation is at work, blending heritage with high-end skill. Whether you need an expert farrier, a custom-smithed piece, or a professional lens to capture your Western story, we’re proud to share our crafts with you. Visit the ranch and see the talent for yourself.
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Farm to Plate: Taste the heritage of the land with our farm-to-plate offerings, highlighting our BEEF, where every meal tells a story of local tradition.