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A Rip-Roarin’ Dude Ranch Experience in the Colorado Rocky Mountains!
Pack your boots, saddle up the horse, and welcome yourself to Colorado Trails Ranch, a guest ranch experience in the heart of the San Juan Mountains! Located just northeast of the historic mining town of Durango, this 1000-acre property helps you discover your inner cowboy or cowgirl and rediscover yourself. The ranch’s main attraction, horseback riding, remains its biggest draw, offering everything from riding lessons to exciting rodeo games. However, horseback riding is just the beginning. The ranch boasts two miles of private water on the Florida River as well as stocked ponds for the perfect day of guided fly-fishing for trout. The ranch's "downtown’ area--a replication of a small Western town--is filled with fun amenities like a dance hall, a ruckus room complete with games, a gift shop, and even an authentic soda fountain, which is the perfect place to cool off after a day in the saddle. After dinner enjoy an evening activity or relax in the hot tub before calling it a night in the ranch’s modern cabin accommodations! Yee-haw!
Accolades
#2 of 13
Top Colorado Dude Ranches
#2 of 17
Best Dude Ranches
#2 of 23
Top Colorado Getaways
#5 of 18
Top North American Ranch Vacations
#6 of 13
Best Guest Ranches
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Cabins, Cottages, and Chalets
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Colorado Trails Ranch has everything you need for the perfect adventure vacation! All-inclusive rates include three hearty meals every day, accommodations, exciting activities, and kid’s programs. From the moment you arrive until the day you leave; Colorado Trails Ranch offers everything you need for great fun and entertainment! All-inclusive rates are available peak season of June and July with an additional adult’s only week in September. Flex options are available from August through October. test
Parents, teens, and kids alike will love their stay at Colorado Trails! The ranch offers fun-filled activities for all age groups. During peak summer months, we offer a daily kid’s program that keeps the kid’s wanting to come back year after year while giving the adults some time on their own if they choose. After a full day’s activities, everyone will enjoy a comfy sound night's sleep. test
Strengthen the bond between your team with a fun and relaxing retreat at Colorado Trails Ranch. The change of environment is sure to help your colleagues ease away their stress and truly bask in the inspiring setting and a multitude of activities. It's the perfect location to get them to detach from the normal day-to-day and focus on something new! test
Looking to reconnect with the family? Hold your next family reunion at Colorado Trails Ranch, where there's fun for everyone! A guest ranch provides the perfect family reunion location, and a chance for relatives to enjoy a week to reconnect and rekindle close ties. Let Colorado Trails worry about meals, while you enjoy the multitude of lodging and activity options. Ask about our multi-family discounts and reserving the whole ranch for your entire family. test
What better place to get away with your family and friends for your special day! Have the whole ranch to yourself with lodging for up to 58 guests. Wedding packages with accommodations are available with a 2-night minimum. Reserve early! Late summer and fall are peak wedding seasons in Durango. test
Colorado Trails Ranch offers many opportunities for you to get out and explore the natural Colorado surroundings. Go whitewater rafting on the Animas River with a professional outfitter, take a guided nature hike through the mountains, or visit the ancient Pueblo ruins at Mesa Verde National park! And don't forget to enjoy plenty of relaxing onsite horseback riding. Whether you're an expert on the saddle or just a novice, their staff will help you learn so you can enjoy exploring the trails on horseback, too! test
Fishing enthusiasts of all skill levels will discover incredible opportunities at Colorado Trails Ranch. Fish for trophy trout at the ranch's private section of the Florida River, in the nearby cold-mountain streams and lakes, the world-class San Juan River, or the fully stocked private ranch ponds. Beginners can even try their hand at fly-fishing! All fishing is with a guide, allowing you to get the most out of your experience! test
Getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy Western pleasure at Colorado Trails Ranch. Have the majestic Rockies as your backdrop and plenty of outdoor space to explore with your sweetheart. test
Submerse yourself in nature at Colorado Trails. What better way to experience the great outdoors than on horseback? For those not inclined to ride, no problem, there is loads of hiking and other outdoor activities. Sign up for a guided day trip to the nearby ancient Cliff Dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park. Explore our 1000-acre ranch and adjacent San Juan National Forest. This is a true Western adventure vacation destination. test
Head to Colorado and enjoy a vacation with the San Juan Mountains in the background. When you come to Colorado Trails Ranch, you'll have plenty of chances to explore the stunning mountain scenery. Go horseback riding and hiking among the rugged terrain and bask in all the nature. Don't forget your camera on your next vacation! test
Head to Colorado Trails Ranch in Durango and enjoy plenty of water fun! The ranch boasts two miles of private water on the Florida River, the perfect place for a day of fly fishing for trout. Power Tubing is offered in the afternoons on a nearby lake. Be sure to ask the friendly staff to help you find an area that fits your needs. Book your trip today! test
Colorado Trails was built to be a dude ranch from its very beginning in 1960! The original property consisted only of a tiny barn and the Coney Cove dance hall anteroom, constructed around 1912. Come experience a traditional all-inclusive dude ranch vacation or create your own adventure vacation. test
Enjoy a unique honeymoon retreat and head to a Colorado dude ranch! Book a vacation at Colorado Trails Ranch and enjoy horseback riding together and sleeping under the stars with the San Juan Mountains in the background. Say "I do" to this beautiful destination, just as you've said to one another! test
Colorado Trails offers a range of charming modern guest cabins to choose from. These comfortable accommodations feature amenities such as private baths for each bedroom and a large covered porch. Daily housekeeping is also available. No matter what you choose during the day, you are sure to enjoy a relaxing and comfortable night's rest! test
At the heart of any good dude ranch is its horses, and Colorado Trails has plenty. Enjoy scenic trail jaunts, half-day rides, all-day rides, Team Penning, and even take part in the 'Corral Capers' guest rodeo. And, if it's your first time in the saddle, Colorado Trails will show you the basics of riding and get you comfortable on horseback! Not to worry, instruction for all levels is offered! test
For your next holiday, experience something unique and book a stay at Colorado Trails Ranch! For a long summer weekend, stay here and discover what ranch life is all about. Enjoy horseback rides and fishing for Memorial, Labor Day, or the Fourth of July! Get ready for a memorable vacation and book today.
Amenities
Open Dates
- Jun 6 to Oct 30
Property Size
- 13 units
Nearby City
- Durango
Nearby Water
- Florida River
General
- Basketball Court(s)
- Fitness Center
- Game Room/Arcade
- Gift Shop
- Horse Stables
- Rifle Range
- Swimming Pool
- Volleyball Court(s)
- Wireless Internet
Food & Drink
- Ice Machine
- Convenience Store
Room
- Alarm Clock
- Coffee Maker
- Deck
- Hair Dryer
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Activities
- Archery
- Arts and Crafts
- Basketball
- Hayride
- Horseback Riding
- Horseshoes
- Hunting and Shooting
- Ice Cream Social
- Kid's Activities
- Live Entertainment
- Scavenger Hunts
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Boating & Watercraft
- Fire Pit(s)
- Fly Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Outdoor Grill(s)
- Hiking
- Wildlife & Nature
- Picnic Table(s)
- Whitewater Rafting
Parking
- Free Parking
Services
- Shuttle Service
- Babysitting/Daycare
- Banquet Room(s)
- Catering
- Fishing Guides
- Laundry Facilities
- Meeting Room(s)
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