There's one thing about summer in the Colorado mountains that you won't find at lower elevations. It's a rare evening that temperatures remain uncomfortable. Something one can't say about so many locations across the country. Anyone planning a family reunion knows that July and August are the months to hold these events. The hottest months ... [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]

There aren't many dude ranches in the American West that can say they've been around for over fifty years, but Colorado Trails Dude Ranch can. As a matter of fact, we are in the midst of celebrating our 50th season anniversary in 2011. Early Years at Colorado Trails Colorado Trails, unlike many other dude ranches, was designed ... [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]

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]

When most of your life is spent in front of a computer screen, in a cubicle, or driving back and forth to work or to pick up kids, the idea of wide open vistas and cool mountain air seems like heaven. We who spend most of the year on-site at Colorado Trails Dude Ranch start ... [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're doubtful that horseback riding vacations won't be your cup of tea... you not being an experienced rider and all, think again. At Colorado Trails Dude Ranch, we offer horseback riding lessons and are super adept at matching every guest up with the right horse to match their personality and experience level. You're going to ... [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]