It's a little known fact that when trout die and go to heaven, they end up in the mountain streams in the San Juan Mountains outside of Durango, CO. That's why we call the fishing spots around our Colorado dude ranch “trout heaven.” The Best Fishing Vacations Outside the Caribbean  Some fishermen and women think that they have ... [Read More]

Guests to our Colorado dude ranch who have not ridden before, or spent much time around horses, can find it much easier to quickly become confidant about their time in the saddle by being more familiar with these magnificent animals. After all, they are a main part of your focus for horseback riding vacations. Unlike many ... [Read More]

It is pretty quiet at Colorado Trails during our off season, but don't get the idea that the full time staff is on hiatus. We're definitely not on vacation. There is plenty of action taking place at the dude ranch. It's a lot of work getting ready for next summer's all inclusive family vacations, not ... [Read More]

About a year ago, BBC documentary film producer Jonnie Hughes brought a handful of tribesmen from a remote jungle village in Papua, New Guinea to London. He had been making a film about the tribe, known as the Insect Tribe, and the tribesmen asked why the study only worked one way – why did the ... [Read More]

Horseman's Week at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch is an excellent fall vacation opportunity. Perfect for families with older children, couples, and individuals, Horseman's Week immerses you in horseback riding through the picturesque San Juan Mountains. Our 2011 dates are September 4 through September 11 and include 20% off our regular rates. What Happens During Horseman's Week? During ... [Read More]

What’s your idea of a perfect family vacation? Relaxing together by the pool? Adventure? Private time for mom and dad? Whatever your ideal family vacation is, we think you’ll find it at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch. Here are six tips about Colorado Trails that will help you to plan the perfect family vacation. 1. We have ... [Read More]

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]

Lodging, Dining, and Extras at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch Does the phrase “dude ranch” conjure up images of rough cabins, no hot water, and living like a cowboy? If it does, you haven’t experienced the all inclusive family vacations offered by our Colorado dude ranch, Colorado Trails. At Colorado Trails, you’ll live in the lap of ... [Read More]

If you’ve already sent your kids to every tennis, swimming, and arts event in your town, it might be time to expand their horizons. Consider a dude ranch as a fun alternative. Not only is it a great change of pace for your children, but it can be included in a list of memorable family ... [Read More]

Family is an extremely important part of life, and should be cherished and celebrated regularly. Family reunions are an excellent way to spend some time with the people who mean the most to you. Planning a get-together can be difficult, but it sure does pay off in the end. If you’ve been thinking about the location ... [Read More]