Lost Valley Ranch is a working guest ranch high up in the Rocky Mountains. The tradition at Lost Valley is to create an atmosphere that make guests feel like friends and friends feel like family. It's perfect for family vacations or group retreats. Lost Valley Ranch is rated 4 Diamond by AAA, so friendly smiles and enthusiastic service set the tone for our "Brand of Western Hospitality".
| Guest Capacity: | 90 |
| Meeting Capacity: | 70 |
| Dates Open: |
Spring: Mar. 01, 2012 to May. 16, 2012 Summer: May. 25, 2012 to Aug. 26, 2012 Fall: Aug. 31, 2012 to Nov. 25, 2012 |
| Riding Dates: | Mar. 01, 2012 to Nov. 25, 2012 |
| Minimum Age For Independent Riding: | 6 |
| Minimum Age Accepted at Ranch: | 0 |
| Nearest Airport: | Colorado Springs - 1.5 hours Denver - 2 hours |
Lodging Overview
Our one, two and three bedroom cabin suites are cozy, comfortable, and immaculately serviced. There are 24 of them sprinkled across the hillsides backing the Ranch. You'll find a porch swing, plenty of oversized towels, a refrigerator, king, queen and twin beds with non-allergic pillows and an electric coffee maker help you to feel right at home. You will even have wood delivered daily for your fireplace.
Recreation Overview
Being a working ranch, one of our main recreational pasttimes is horseback riding, which we believe is one of the best ways to see the Rocky Mountains. There are more than 26,000 acres of the Pike National Forest here for you to explore. Rides go out every morning and afternoon and are geared to different skill levels from raw beginner to advanced. Lengths of rides vary from 2 hours to all day jaunts. We also have access to excellent fly fishing, hiking trails, trap shooting, a heated outdoor pool and 3 whirlpool hot tubs, 2 tennis courts, a basketball half court, sand volleyball court and horseshoe pit.
Dining Overview
Our Head Chef and kitchen staff believes in serving our guests the best possible meals made from scratch using traditional ranch recipes. From made to order breakfasts to prime rib and sea bass, Lost Valley commits to preparing the heartiest meals designed to enhance your experience as our guest. Its home cooking at its finest with our signature commitment to service. Specific dietary requests are welcomed.
Rates
| Adult Rate: | May 25 - June 10: $2,100/week; |
| Child Rate: | 13-18 years olds: between $1,890 and $2,520/week; |
| Service Charge/Tip Rate: | We have an all-inclusive policy at Lost Valley, so no gratuities are required. If you feel that our service greatly exceeds your expectations, any tips left will be divided among the entire staff. |
| Tax Rate: | 4.6 |
| Accepted Payment Methods: | We request a 50% deposit to hold your cabin and the balance is payable at the end of your stay. |
| Travel Agents Accepted: | Yes |
Accommodations
| Lodging Accomodations: | No |
| Cabin Accomodations: | Yes |
| Weekly Arrival Day: | 7 Nights, Sun-Sun |
| Seven Night Week: | Yes |
| Six Night Week: | No |
Activities
| Children's Program: | Yes |
| Children's Program Start/End Age: | 3 - 18 |
| Baby Sitting: | Yes-Charge |
| Swimming: | Pool, pond, Goose Creek, jacuzzis |
| Cattle Gathering: | Yes |
| Team Penning: | Yes |
| Cattle Drives: | Yes |
| Additional Cattle Activities: | During our fall specialty weeks, you can learn specific skills related to riding and cattle. |
| Fishing: | Cast a fly on Goose Creek which is well-stocked with fighting rainbow trout, or take our fly-fishing school. |
| Guided Hiking: | Yes-No Charge |
| Tennis: | Yes |
| Shooting Sports: | Yes-Charge |
| Hay/Wagon Ride: | Yes |
| Adult Only Weeks: | Yes |
Other Amenities
| Liquor: | BYOB |
| Whirlpool Spa: | Yes |
| Wheelchair Accessible: | Yes |
| Massage Available on Ranch: | Yes-Charge |
| Laundry Facilities: | Yes-Charge |
| Information Technology Facilities: | Wireless High-Speed Internet Access in lodge |
Special Events
Conventions, Meetings & Retreats
Group planners are discovering that Lost Valley Ranch is a great place to "round up" their company emloyees or family members for a unique and memorable retreat, meeting or reunion. We can offer the seclusion and informality needed to get the job done...and plenty of non-business activity to urge a new sense of camaraderie and fun among your attendees. There is nothing like a trail ride through the great outdoors, or a hiking excursion to lower defenses and forge new bonds within a team. The wide blue sky and fresh air seem to clear the city cobwebs in a hurry, not to mention how well-fed and cared for your group will be here in the valley.
| Capacity: | 70 |
| Season: | Spring and fall are delightful times for meetings. |
| Activities: | Most of our ranch activities, including riding and square dancing, are provided for groups if requested. |
| Minimum Nights: | Two night minimum stays are required. |
Family Reunions
Lost Valley is an ideal place for family reunions, both large and small. All the kids can get together and have a ball while their parents catch up and spend time together. There are several great gathering places throughout the Ranch for all of you to play games, tell stories, laugh or just sit together by the fire.
| Book Entire Ranch: | Yes |
| Book Entire Ranch: | If you wish to book all 24 cabins, and will use them, they are available to you on a first come, first served basis. |
| Capacity: | 90 |
| Discount: | Based on season and availability |
