Ridgeview Ranch American Creams

05/31/2026

05/25/2026

The first “yes” of the season 💛

We’re excited to announce the first mare confirmed bred to Hawkeye for 2027!

Hope and Luna are next up on the list🤞 Safe to say breeding season is officially underway here at Ridgeview Ranch.

Big things are ahead, and we can’t wait to see what these crosses bring. Stay tuned — this is just the beginning.

05/13/2026

Nothing but summer vibez here! 😎

05/12/2026

05/05/2026

✨️ Sometimes the life you want starts with one brave decision.

A dream, a little grit, and a whole lot of heart. ❤️

04/27/2026

There’s something special about being trusted to carry a torch that was lit long before you arrived.

The American Cream Draft is more than a breed—it’s a legacy built by hardworking people who believed these horses were worth preserving. Every foal, every breeding decision, every conversation about the future matters.

At Ridgeview Ranch, we’re humbled by the friendships this journey has brought us and the opportunities we’ve been blessed with along the way. Good people, shared passion, and a common purpose make this mission bigger than any one farm.

The future is calling—and we’re honored, excited, and ready to answer. 💛

04/25/2026

Big things have been happening behind the scenes at Ridgeview Ranch—and we’re finally ready to share!

We’re thrilled to officially welcome WR Noah's Hope and WR Invy's Paloma to the ranch. We’ll be pairing Hope with Hawkeye for a ’27 foal, and we can’t wait to see the results!

Breeding plans. Show goals. New adventures. This season is shaping up to be a big one!

More updates on Hope, Paloma, Legacy, Luna, and Hawkeye are on the way. Make sure you’re following us at Ridgeview Ranch American Creams so you don’t miss what’s next!

01/27/2026

💛 From humble Iowa roots came a rare heritage draft breed!

It all began in 1911 with “Old Granny,” a striking cream-colored draft mare with pink skin and amber eyes sold at an Iowa farm sale. She consistently produced cream foals that caught the attention of locals - especially the stallion Silver Lace in 1932. Through selective breeding, the early foundation bloodlines of the American Cream Draft took shape, guided by breeders like Charles Knox and C.T. Rierson who worked to preserve this unique type.

Today, we're proud to carry on this Iowa-born legacy here at Ridgeview Ranch.

Want to help? Join ACDHA as an Associate Member and be part of the preservation story! 👉

Welcome to the home of the American Cream Draft Horse Association. Membership / Horses For Sale / History & More!

01/26/2026

It’s been a while since we’ve shared a non-Hawkeye update—meet Legacy.

This sweet boy always greets us at the gate for chores and night check—never misses a chance to say hello. 💚

He’ll be with us for a while as part of our continued commitment to preserving and promoting the American Cream Draft.

Every foal represents a step forward in safeguarding this heritage breed for future generations.

👉 Follow along to watch Legacy’s journey!