For guests of the Colorado Trails Ranch, there's a lot more to explore than horseback riding and fishing or rafting. One of the most interesting is the opportunity to tour the ruins of the ancients nearby. Mesa Verde National Park is the finest example of Ancient Puebloan dwellings. These Puebloans were formerly called Anasazi. Mesa Verde ... [Read More]

At Colorado Trails Dude Ranch, we believe that fall is the perfect time for business retreats and company team building. Why is fall such a great time for corporate retreats at Colorado Trails? Here are five good reasons. 1. Fewer Distractions Since childhood, we’ve been taught that summertime is for play. Whether splashing around in the pool ... [Read More]

Hmm... Unique wedding ideas? Let's see. How about... “We could go to the beach.” “Nah, it's over-done and besides, Uncle Jim took everybody to the beach a couple of years ago.” “But what about a beach like Hawaii? Or Thailand?” “Are you kidding?? Too expensive! No one will be able to come.” “Alright... What about just a wedding at home?” “Booooooring. ... [Read More]

Ah, Mother Nature. For some people, the perfect vacation is a hot tub and a novel; for other people, it's a hike up a beautiful mountain. The good news is, at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch, we can satisfy both kinds of people. Our all inclusive family vacations truly have something for everyone, no matter what ... [Read More]

What's a dude ranch without cowboy campfire sing-alongs, square dancing, hayrides, and cookouts? At Colorado Trails Dude Ranch, our ranch evenings are just as action-packed and enjoyable as our ranch days. Here's a list of activities you might enjoy at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch once the sun goes down. 1. Ice Cream Social, Introductions and Orientation ... [Read More]

What could be better than waking up and being enclosed by nature? You can smell the trees in the forest and hear the beautiful sounds of nature. This is what we wake up to every day at Colorado Trails. Our Colorado dude ranch is located near Durango, Colorado, in a beautiful mountain valley that has ... [Read More]

Whether you’re on a family adventure vacation or a horseback riding vacation, you get to partake in some phenomenal dinner menus. A popular choice offered at our guest ranch, Colorado Trails, is our beef tenderloin and chicken breast cookout. You can enjoy your meal and the beautiful rural Colorado atmosphere together. Something about this combination ... [Read More]

You may have seen movies about it or watched other people ride horses, but you have never done it yourself. Maybe you just want to perfect your horseback riding skills. Well, our Durango Colorado Guest Ranch is the ideal place for you. Our Horseman's Week, held from August 29, 2010 to September 5, 2010, will ... [Read More]

You probably didn’t know that, but its true… you just need to know where the turns are located to wind up here at our Durango dude ranch, Colorado Trails. Since this is your family ranch vacations destination, you will most likely arrive on a time saving flight, rather than driving all the way here. Flying into ... [Read More]

If you’re looking for the perfect place to unwind and rejuvenate, the San Juan Mountains really can’t be beat. Folks have been making the trip to Durango for over a century just to marvel at the scenery. The panoramic views are spectacular in the San Jan National Forest not far from Durango. Colorado Trails guest ranch ... [Read More]