The Ranch Resort (formerly called Obudu Cattle Ranch), Cross River State Located in the north-east corner of Cross Rivers State, close to the Cameroonian border, this cattle Ranch is a popular travel destination. About 7 hours by road from Abuja via Makurdi, the ranch is located in the Obudu Plateau about 60 kilometers from Obudu itself. At cover 1,524 meters, the climate is cool and pleasant. At cover 1,524 meter, the climate is cool and pleasant. The landscape is lovely with rolling grasslands, deep wooden valleys and waterfalls. The chalet style hotel at the ranch has tennis, mini golf swimming in a natural rock pool and a 9-hole golf course. There are some short marked trails, a forest look-out and local guides who are egger to take groups on day hikes to explore the park. For those with more stamina, 3-6 day hikes can be arranged to track gorillas. The hotel is part of the protea chain and has recently been renovated, is good quality and suitable for families. Charter flights and weekend deals are also possible.