Three generations of Pringles, sharing our 50th year with families, couples, singles seeking a safe and wholesome Western vacation atmosphere. Ranch secluded amidst beautiful scenery, colorful history, near Continental Divide. Rides grouped by age/ability or families may ride together, from flowered meadows to snow-ridged mountain tops. Soak after riding in our giant hot springs pool. Fishing, rafting, cookouts, overnight campout, hayride, Western music show, square dancing, scenic trips, petting zoo. Program designed for family participation, with special supervised children's activities. Comfortable accommodations, yummy meals. 70% return guests in '11. Adults only in September. Early and late season discounts.
| Guest Capacity: | 40 |
| Meeting Capacity: | 35 |
| Dates Open: |
Summer: May. 26, 2012 to Sep. 28, 2012 Fall: Sep. 01, 2012 to Sep. 28, 2012 Winter: Dec. 14, 2012 to Mar. 31, 2012 |
| Riding Dates: | May. 26, 2012 to Sep. 28, 2012 |
| Minimum Age For Independent Riding: | 6 |
| Minimum Age Accepted at Ranch: | 0 |
| Nearest Airport: | Gunnison-30 min-Free Pickup Colo Springs-3 hr- No Pickup |
Lodging Overview
Our 26 comfortable guest bedrooms are located in two lodges. Some are two-roomed units and most have queen beds, with bunks available for children. All rooms or two-roomed units have private baths.
Recreation Overview
Activities center around the horseback riding with rides every morning and afternoon. Enjoy three different cookouts during the week along with an overnight campout. Whitewater rafting, fishing, hayride, square dance, trap shooting, scenic trips and a Western music show. Soak after riding in our giant hot springs pool.
Dining Overview
Emphasis at the Waunita kitchen is on homemade, wholesome, fresh, plenty and tasty. Most meals are served buffet style - all you can eat. Cookies, fruit and beverages are available between meals. We can accommodate your special dietary needs.
Rates
| Adult Rate: | $1825/wk |
| Child Rate: | $1,825/wk (16 and over) $1,390/wk (12-15) $1,1275/wk (6-11) $825/wk (3-5) |
| Service Charge/Tip Rate: | Optional gratuity; no service charges added to your bill. |
| Tax Rate: | 5 % |
| Accepted Payment Methods: | Personal checks, Visa / MC / AMEX |
| Travel Agents Accepted: | Yes |
Accommodations
| Lodging Accomodations: | Yes |
| Cabin Accomodations: | No |
| Weekly Arrival Day: | 6 nights, Sun thru Sat brunch cookout |
| Seven Night Week: | No |
| Six Night Week: | Yes |
Activities
| Children's Program: | Yes |
| Children's Program Start/End Age: | 4 - 12 |
| Baby Sitting: | Yes-No Charge |
| Swimming: | 35X90 ft pool fed by hot springs |
| Team Penning: | Yes |
| Additional Cattle Activities: | |
| Overnight Pack Trips: | Yes-No Charge |
| Fishing: | Stocked pond, guided lake fishing, high mnt streams |
| River Rafting: | Yes-No Charge |
| Guided Hiking: | Yes-No Charge |
| 4x4 Trips: | Yes-No Charge |
| Tennis: | Nearby |
| Golf: | Nearby |
| Mountain Biking: | Rentals available |
| Petting Zoo: | Yes |
| Shooting Sports: | Yes-No Charge |
| Hay/Wagon Ride: | Yes |
| Adult Only Weeks: | Yes |
Other Amenities
| Whirlpool Spa: | Yes |
| Massage Available on Ranch: | Yes-Charge |
| Spa Facilities: | Hot springs pool, hot tub, massage |
| Laundry Facilities: | Yes-No Charge |
| Information Technology Facilities: | Wireless internet acces. |
Other Seasons
Winter Program
Lodge available for B&B and winter retreats, downhill skiing at Monarch or Crested Butte ski areas.
| Winter Season: | Mid Dec-April 1. |
| Cross Country Skiing: | Yes |
| Downhill Skiing: | Yes |
| Snowmobiling: | Yes |
| Snow Shoeing: | Yes |
Special Events
Conventions, Meetings & Retreats
Ranch facilities and hot springs available for small group meetings.
| Capacity: | 25 - 35 |
| Season: | Oct 1 - April 15 |
| Activities: | hot springs |
| Minimum Nights: | 1 |
Bed & Breakfast
Lodge and hot springs facilities.
| Capacity: | 30 |
| Season: | Oct 1-April 15 |
| Activities: | hot springs |
| Minimum Nights: | 1 |
Weddings
Limited dates September thru April.
| Wedding Planning: | |
| Wedding Officiant: |
Family Reunions
Dude ranch activities during the summer season, winter sports Dec-March.
| Book Entire Ranch: | Yes |
| Book Entire Ranch: | 40 guests required to book the entire ranch. |
| Capacity: | 40 |
| Discount: | early booking discounts |
