Colorado Resorts
Dude Ranches

Allenspark - Estes Park - Loveland

Allenspark is nestled up against Rocky Mountain National Park at elevation 8,450 feet, not far from Estes Park on the Peak-To-Peak Highway.

Estes Park, founded in early 1860's, named after the man who discovered the valley--Joel Estes. Became a boom town as mountain climbing increased in popularity in the area. Gateway to the Rocky Mountain National Park.

Loveland, founded in 1877, started as an agricultural community but soon became an important shipping point for stock and lumber. The city has gained worldwide recognition as the Sweetheart City with its valentine remailing program.

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Peaceful Valley Guest Ranch - open all year for family fun! Cabins with fireplace and hot tubs. Extensive riding program, indoor pool, tennis, fishing, an exciting kid's program too. Wedding chapel, conference center and more. Only 1.5 hours from Denver.
Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch - is nestled in a beautiful valley on the banks of the Big Thompson River and provides "Dude" and varied vacations year 'round. Truly "Your place in the West!".
Wind River Ranch - is a Christian family guest ranch. We provide a wonderful vacation with a purpose. Come rest, refresh, and renew your spirit. Spectacular views and great accommodations near Rocky Mountain National Park.

Visit Conejos River County

Bailey - Denver Mountain AreaDriving Map
Flying Horse Ranch - Spectacular guest ranch- 3,600 acres, horseback ride, hike, fish and mountain bike, meadows & mountains, 10,000 square foot lodge with 2 suites and 3 guest rooms, 2 cabins lakeside. Brochure PDF, Call 719-836-2319.
North Fork Guest Ranch - A premier, all-inclusive, family oriented ranch only 50 miles SW of Denver. Exceptional dining, exciting horseback riding, fly fishing, rafting, hiking and kids activities. 1-800-843-7895.

Breckenridge - Dillon - Frisco - Summit County
Aspen Canyon Ranch - View the snow-capped Gore Range and enter the "Old West" of the famous Williams Fork Valley. Our small mountain ranch blends alpine scenery privacy, and comfort. Come see us once...and you'll come back again. (800) 321-1357

Buena Vista - Nathrop Driving Map

Buena Vista (pronounced bue-nee by the locals, rhymes with blue-knee) is on the upper Arkansas River. Buena Vista's old Main Street is an amazing collection of old buildings from Colorado's Gold Rush days, it's located in an amazingly beautiful valley surrounded by 14'ers, ghost towns, and abandoned mines. The Arkansas provides stunning rafting, fly fishing, and kayaking.

Deer Valley Ranch - is Colorado’s Christian Family Guest Ranch located in a gorgeous valley between two “fourteeners”. Since 1954, we have provided guests with dude ranch fun and adventure in a luxuriously rustic, western setting.
Elk Mountain Ranch - Unique for its spectacular location, personalized horseback rides, varied activities, superb menu and intimate capacity. Family-oriented ranch encourages riding, dining and playing together. Colorado's highest ranch at 9600 feet with off-the-beaten path charm. 1-800-432-8812

Carbondale
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce - The base camp for enthusiasts with hiking, biking, golf, fly-fishing, and kayaking in spring, summer, and fall. Winter provides cross-country skiing, snowmobile and snowshoe trails. Award-winning restaurants & lodging options, makes this town an irresistible destination. 970-963-1890

Colorado Springs - Pikes Peak AreaDriving Map

Funded by railroad and gold rush money, Colorado Springs was founded in 1871 as a premier resort community amidst the scenic wonderland of Pikes Peak, Garden Of The Gods, Seven Falls, and more.

Chico Basin Ranch - Specializing in providing vacations on a large-scale working cattle ranch. Emphasizing learning about herding and raising cattle, natural horsemanship, cowboy traditions, and conserving wildlife and the environment.

Cortez - Dolores - Mesa Verde - TellurideDriving Map

Gateway to Mesa Verda, the first settlement in 1877 was Big Bend, abandoned when the Rio Grande Southern Railroad route bypassed the town. See the Galloping Goose railcar and museum.

Circle K Ranch - Horseback riding, riverside cabin rentals, fly fishing, overnight pack trips, bucking barrel, cable slide and much more! No minimum stay requirments. Specializing in family vacations, reunions, church groups, school groups.

Durango Area - Lake Vallecito Driving Map

Durango was founded in 1880 by the Denver & Rio Grande Railway. Over $300 million in gold and silver is estimated to have been shipped over this route.

Colorado Trails Ranch - A magnificent wilderness setting for not only riding but also our exceptional fishing program, hiking, riflery, archery, water skiing, swimming, cookouts, campouts, nightly entertainment, children's programs, plus a variety of other ranch activities
Wilderness Trails Ranch - Visit our spectacular mountain valley, spend lots of time in the saddle and round up cattle. Youth's programs and many activities.

Fairplay
Flying Horse Ranch - Spectacular guest ranch- 3,600 acres, horseback ride, hike, fish and mountain bike, meadows & mountains, 10,000 square foot lodge with 2 suites and 3 guest rooms, 2 cabins lakeside. Brochure PDF, Call 719-836-2319.

Fort Collins
Beaver Meadows Resort Ranch - Full equestrian services for trail rides, open riding, riding lessons, Junior Wrangler Camp, covered wagon rides and hearty steak fry dinner rides all in a beautiful mountain forest setting an hour from Fort Collins. 970-881-2450

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