We welcome you to our family dude and guest ranch. For 58 years, Deer Valley’s philosophy has remained the same: “To provide a beautiful setting where families can vacation in a Christian atmosphere." We are surrounded by Mt. Antero at 14,269 feet, Mt. Princeton at 14,197 feet and the beautiful backdrop of the famous Chalk Cliffs.
Deer Valley Ranch has always been a leader in offering a variety of activities for everyone on the ranch: adults, teens, and children. Our guests receive exceptional service from friendly and caring staff for a true memory-making vacation. We are surrounded by majestic mountain country…God’s country…and we’re glad to guide you through it: on foot, by horse or mule, in a raft or with a fly rod!
Guests have the opportunity to be as active or inactive as they want: from rising at dawn to hike a 14,000' peak, aka a "14er"... to relaxing in a chaise lounge by our two hot springs heated pools. At the end of a day of outdoor adventure, enjoy one of our two outdoor Jacuzzi hot tubs, but only after you've square danced beneath the stars on our huge deck. Other activity highlights include two Wrangler's Breakfast horseback rides, complimentary golf, a staff "Western Party", the Brown's Creek Falls horseback ride, fishing a high mountain lake, whitewater rafting on the nearby and popular Arkansas River and Harold's all day high-country ride.
Your children have the option of enjoying adventures of your own - scavenger hunt, swimming, visiting the fish hatchery, crafts and more - in our well-supervised kids' program. Teens enjoy "hanging out" with our teen leaders and other teens by going bouldering, playing miniature golf, rock climbing and having a campout.
Bring your appetites! Our meals are hearty and healthy, mostly homemade and served with a western flair. Favorites include Wrangler’s Breakfast, complete with eggs, grits and coffee out of a tin mug; Mexican Buffet with make-your-own taco/burrito/tostada fillings and Sue's famous sopapillas; Saturday night buffet with roast beef, ham, homemade rolls, many sides and salads and a separate gourmet dessert table; Steak night with thick grilled steaks, fresh salad, Swiss Cheese bread and Texas potatoes. With advance notice, we are glad to accommodate special diets.
Our accommodations include ten rooms, each with a private bath, in our Western lodge, and fourteen cabins, each with a kitchen, fireplace and deck with a view. The cabins are spacious and decorated in a Western/lodge decor. Many guests find a favorite room or cabin that works well for them and request it each visit.
During the fall and winter seasons, guests can hike and fish and enjoy other activities on their own in our area. Lodging rates in our cabins are greatly discounted from the summer months. In addition, various groups - church, AA, youth groups and corporate - take advantage of our discounted retreat rates the end of August to the end of May.
| Guest Capacity: | 110 |
| Meeting Capacity: | 100 |
| Dates Open: |
Spring: Mar. 31, 2012 to Jun. 01, 2012 Summer: Jun. 02, 2012 to Aug. 24, 2012 Fall: Aug. 24, 2012 to Nov. 17, 2012 Winter: Nov. 17, 2011 to Mar. 31, 2012 |
| Riding Dates: | May. 20, 2012 to Sep. 08, 2012 |
| Minimum Age For Independent Riding: | 6 |
| Minimum Age Accepted at Ranch: | 0 |
| Nearest Airport: | Colorado Springs-2.25 hours-No Pickup Denver-3 hours-No Pickup |
Lodging Overview
Fourteen cabins, ranging from two to four bedrooms, each with its own fully-equipped kitchen, living room/dining area, fireplace and deck with a view. Also a ten room Western Lodge with each room having a private bath.
Recreation Overview
Horseback riding, guided hiking, whitewater rafting, complimentary golf, fishing, fly-fishing instruction, square dancing, hayrides and campfires, gold panning and swimming.
Dining Overview
Lots. Homebaked breads and desserts. Specialty buffets including Mexican, BBQ and Dessert. Outdoor meals such as Wrangler's Breakfast, Cookout Lunch and Deck Lunch. Healthy Options.
Rates
| Adult Rate: | $1565/week to $2375/week |
| Child Rate: | $1015/week to $1465/week (6-12), $655/week to $775/week (3-5) |
| Service Charge/Tip Rate: | Tipping is not added as a mandatory part of your bill. However, we do suggest 12-15% of your total bill for our wonderful staff. |
| Tax Rate: | 5.9 |
| Accepted Payment Methods: | Cash, Personal Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover |
| Travel Agents Accepted: | Yes |
Accommodations
| Lodging Accomodations: | Yes |
| Cabin Accomodations: | Yes |
| Weekly Arrival Day: | 7 nights, Sat-Sat |
| Seven Night Week: | Yes |
| Six Night Week: | No |
Activities
| Children's Program: | Yes |
| Children's Program Start/End Age: | 4 - 18 |
| Baby Sitting: | Yes-Charge |
| Swimming: | Two outdoor hot springs pools |
| Additional Cattle Activities: | Occasional cattle drives and branding |
| Fishing: | Lake, stream & river fishing. Fly and spincast fishing and instruction. High mountain lake trips. |
| River Rafting: | Yes-Charge |
| Guided Hiking: | Yes-No Charge |
| 4x4 Trips: | Yes-Charge |
| Tennis: | Yes |
| Golf: | Nearby |
| Mountain Biking: | lots in the area |
| Hay/Wagon Ride: | Yes |
| Rock Climbing: | Yes |
| Ropes Course: | Yes |
Other Amenities
| Whirlpool Spa: | Yes |
| Wheelchair Accessible: | Yes |
| Massage Available on Ranch: | Yes-Charge |
| Information Technology Facilities: | Guest Computers, wireless internet access, email access, fax, phone |
Special Events
Conventions, Meetings & Retreats
Accommodations and meals for up to 100 people. Large and small meeting areas. AV equipment. Comfortable accommodations for couples, singles, families and youth.
| Capacity: | 100 |
| Season: | Fall, Winter & Spring |
| Activities: | Swimming, Hot Tubs, Hiking, Fishing, Golf, Skiing, XC Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowmobiling |
| Minimum Nights: | 2 |
Bed & Breakfast
One night in lodge and breakfast in the morning.
| Capacity: | Pending Availability |
| Season: | Summer months only |
| Activities: | Any offered on the ranch |
| Minimum Nights: | 1 night only |
Weddings
Our ranch setting works best for smaller weddings. Call our office for details and availability.
| Wedding Planning: | |
| Wedding Officiant: |
Family Reunions
We love 'em! Regular rates apply in summer. Group rates apply in off-season.
| Book Entire Ranch: | No |
| Book Entire Ranch: | |
| Capacity: | 100 |
| Discount: | None |
