Colorado Dude Ranches

Colorado dude ranches take advantage of the state’s mountainous, Rocky Mountain landscape, and outback living to attract visitors

Colorado is known for its spectacular scenery, and it’s no wonder. From the Great Plains to the Rocky Mountains, the landscapes of Colorado are as vast and as varied as the many Colorado dude ranches that are scattered throughout this great state. Whether you want to experience a sample of the Old West lifestyle or just take it easy and enjoy a little rest and relaxation, you’ll find it all on your Colorado dude ranch vacation.

Known as the “Centennial State” because of its entrance into the Union in 1876, Colorado has a rich ranching history. That history is evident today in each and every Colorado dude ranch. In addition to soaking up local history, your Colorado ranch vacation will give you the opportunity to enjoy everything from skiing, snowshoeing and sleigh rides to golf, white water rafting and mountain biking. A Colorado dude ranch truly offers something for everyone in the family!

Being centrally located in the US, guests from anywhere won’t have to travel far to visit a ranch in Colorado. During your Colorado ranch stay, you’ll be able to participate in cattle drives, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and swimming. Some Colorado ranches are also working ranches, so you will be able to experience what it’s like to live like a cowboy. Try these favorites Laramie River Ranch and Colorado Trails Ranch

Click the name of a Ranch to view full details.

Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch, Parshall
Cherokee Park Dude Ranch, Livermore
Circle K Guest Ranch & Outfitters, Dolores
Colorado Trails Ranch, Durango
Coulter Lake Guest Ranch, Rifle
Double G Horse & Guest Ranch, Montrose
Drowsy Water Ranch, Granby
Elk Mountain Guest Ranch, Buena Vista
Elk River Guest Ranch, Clark
Harmel's Ranch Resort on the Taylor River, Almont
J2F Ranch, Norwood
Lake Mancos Guest Ranch, Mancos
Latigo Ranch, Kremmling
North Fork Ranch, Shawnee
Peaceful Valley Guest Ranch, Lyons
Rainbow Trout Ranch, Antonito
Rawah Ranch, Jelm
Smith Fork Ranch, Crawford
Sundance Trail Guest Ranch, Red Feather Lakes
Sylvan dale Guest Ranch, Loveland
Tarryall River Ranch, Lake George
Vista Verde Ranch, Steamboat Springs
Wilderness Trails Ranch, Durango
Wind River Ranch, Estes Park