Historic Homestead Tour

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Hop on a Jeep-drawn tram to enjoy a 60-minute tour of the Historic Homestead Tour as you explore the history surrounding Harold Bell Wright's Shepherd of the Hills. Your first stop will be the original structure of Old Matt's Cabin, which served as the Ross family home for approximately 30 years before it was established in history through Harold Bell Wright's famous novel. Inside the cabin you will find numerous antiques and historical items, including clothing worn by John and Anna Ross, some of their furniture, photographs, tools, cooking utensils, and much more.

Tour Highlights

• Old Matt's Cabin
• Wright Church
• Outdoor Drama Stage
• Old Matt's Steam Engine
• Grist Mill
• Little Pete's cave
• Harold Bell Wright Museum
• Stables
• Aunt Mollie's Restaurant

Trail of Lights and Christmas on the Trail

During the holiday season, the Shepherd of the Hills Homestead is transformed into a sparkling wonderland of holiday cheer. The Trail of Lights is a drive-thru light attraction, and Christmas on the Trail is a chuck wagon-style cowboy dinner and Christmas carol sing-a-long.