Last year, the Kaiser Family Foundation provided a startling look at how much time kids are spending in front of screens – television screens, video game screens, MP3 screens, and cell phone screens. According to Dr. Drew Altman, President and CEO of Kaiser, young people are spending “even more than a full-time work week” in ... [Read More]

The all inclusive family vacations at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch have something for everyone, including kids of all ages. To prove how much fun our kid friendly vacations provide, in this post we'll take a look at the three different kids programs we offer, all tailored to the needs of various age groups. Buckaroos: Our ... [Read More]

Kids in the nine to twelve age range aren't “little kids” anymore, but neither are they quite as ready to be as independent and self-directed as a teenager. At a dude ranch like Colorado Trails, these “middle kids” need kid friendly vacations tailored to their age group's needs. Luckily, at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch, we ... [Read More]

Sometimes when you go on a family vacation, you need a break from the kids every now and then. We know how you feel. That's why we created the Kids & Teens Program. This program will keep kids aged 5-17 busy while you have fun and relax. Our staff will ensure that each kid is ... [Read More]

It isn’t any secret that kids are attracted to water. Just dress them up for something special, and watch the two interact, with mud thrown in for good measure. No one worries much about getting dirty while on dude ranch vacations, it’s all part of having a great time. After all, the only person you ... [Read More]

Are you ready to finally go on a vacation that you and your kids will both love? Great, ‘cause we’re ready for you too! At our western dude ranch, you will become a part of our big ranch family as you take part in exciting daily activities. There are many things to do for all ... [Read More]

Dude Ranch Teen’s Program … Ages 13 – 17 Here at dude ranch, Colorado, awaits your most excellent adventure yet.  The sound of vacationing with family may not sound like a great time, but you haven’t even gotten here yet! We have yet to meet a dude or dudette who hasn’t left our guest ranch resort, eager ... [Read More]

Family Adventure Vacations The Rough Riders ... Ages 9 – 12 This age group is known as the Rough Riders at our Dude Ranch - Durango, Colorado.  Having the ability to make the choices in what they would like to do is what makes this group unique.  Children of this age group want to hang around with ... [Read More]

Family Adventure Vacations The Buckaroos … Ages 5 - 8 How does adventure vacations for the “whole” family sound?  Not having to leave the children at home so you and your significant other can escape for some alone time.  Here at the Colorado Trails Western dude ranch, we are dedicated to providing everyone with their own vacation while ... [Read More]

There are countless people who have planned a destination vacation, gotten excited, only to end up disappointed, angry and frustrated at the outcomes. Many of the resort type packages offered are bare minimum activity plans, meaning you have to fill your stay with things to do. If you want to spend the day out hiking, ... [Read More]