Our Story

Built from the Ground Up in Creston

Crooked Horn Ranch is a first-generation, family-owned and operated ranch located in Creston, British Columbia. Built from the ground up, our ranch is rooted in hard work, transparency, and respect — for the animals we raise and the land we steward. Every decision we make, from pasture management to nutrition, is guided by doing right by the animal and producing high-quality beef.

What started as a passion for livestock and raising quality meat for our family has now grown into a commitment to producing honest, high-quality beef for our community. We believe that responsible ranching means low-stress handling, ethical husbandry, and thoughtful management at every stage of an animal's life.

We do not believe in shortcuts. Our cattle are raised without added hormones and without routine antibiotics — just honest beef, raised with care and intention, right here in British Columbia. From pasture to freezer, we take pride in every cut that leaves our ranch and stand behind the quality we produce.

100%

Grass-Fed & Finished

Our cattle never see a feedlot

1st

Generation Ranchers

Building a legacy of quality and care

0

Hormones or Antibiotics

Pure, natural beef

Our Cattle

The Resilience of the Longhorn

We specialize in raising Texas Longhorn and Longhorn × Aubrac cattle — breeds we value for their efficiency, resilience, and meat quality. To balance our customer preference, we also raise a limited number of other breeds, including Angus and Hereford.

Why We Raise Longhorn?

Texas Longhorns are exceptionally well-suited to our environment. They are hardy, efficient foragers with strong maternal instincts and excellent adaptability. Their ability to perform well without intensive inputs supports a more natural, low-stress way of raising cattle.

Their lean, flavourful beef aligns with our philosophy of producing a healthy, high-quality product while maintaining excellent animal welfare.

Feeding & Nutrition

Honest Beef, Raised with Care

Our Feeding Program

Our cattle graze on fertile pastures of the Kootenays throughout the summer and are free-fed grass and alfalfa hay during the winter months. They are raised in a low-stress, natural environment with a strong focus on animal health and responsible management.

In addition to our pasture-raised program, we offer limited quantities of beef finished with a carefully managed organic grain ration. This approach allows us to offer a slightly different flavour profile while maintaining our high standards of care.

Why Choose Longhorn?

Naturally lean and well-marbled, Longhorn beef is known for its clean, rich flavour without excess fat. It tends to be lower in overall fat and cholesterol while remaining tender and enjoyable.

From a nutritional standpoint, Longhorn beef is often higher in protein relative to fat and can contain favourable omega-3 to omega-6 ratios when pasture raised. It's a wholesome, nutrient-dense protein source for your family.

"From our family to yours"

Thank you for supporting local agriculture and choosing Crooked Horn Ranch. We are proud to raise beef right here in British Columbia and are grateful to share the results of our work with your family.

Know Your Cuts

The Rancher's Guide

From sides and quarters to our specialty dry-cured products, we offer a complete range of premium beef and pork.

Beef cuts diagram

Select a Cut

Explore the anatomy of premium beef. Click on any cut to reveal its unique flavor profile and cooking methods.

Straight from the Ranch

Our Products

From whole-animal beef shares to hand-crafted specialty meats — everything we offer is raised, processed, and packed with the same care we put into the land.

Beef Shares & Quarters

Whole or Side of Beef

Custom cut to your specifications. Ideal for filling the freezer.

Quarter Beef Share

A balanced mix of steaks, roasts, and ground beef.

* All beef is grass-fed, hormone-free Longhorn & Angus cross.

Packaged Meat Products

Dry-Cured Meats

Traditional curing methods for exceptional flavor and depth.

Smokies & Pepperoni

Our famous ranch-style snacks, perfect for the trail or home.

* Ask about our seasonal pork products and special batches.

Buy Your Beef

how it works

Ordering custom-cut beef from Crooked Horn Ranch is simple. We guide you through every step, from selecting your share size to choosing exactly how you want your beef cut and packaged.

1

choose your share

Select whole, half, or quarter beef based on your needs and freezer space.

2

customize your cuts

Use our interactive guide to select steaks, roasts, or ground for each primal cut.

3

add extras

Choose your ground beef package size, stew meat, short ribs, and more.

4

pick up your order

We'll let you know when your beef is ready. Fresh from the local butcher to your freezer.

ready to buy?

Buy today to secure your spot for the next available harvest. All beef is processed by local craft butchers.

start your custom order

Questions? Contact us anytime – we're happy to help.

Get In Touch

visit the ranch

We love meeting the families who enjoy our beef. Feel free to reach out with questions or to schedule a visit to the ranch in the beautiful Goat River Valley.

LOCATION

1077 Goat River Road South
Creston, British Columbia, Canada

PHONE

(250) 341-1458 or (587) 877-3134

EMAIL

crookedhornranch@hotmail.com