Colorado Dude Ranch Jobs

Thank you for your interest in working at one of our all-inclusive Colorado Dude & Guest Ranches!

The dude and guest ranch members of our Association collectively hire 800 to 1,000 employees each summer. Our staff members are an important part of the guest ranch experience. Ranch staff members provide exceptional guest services and Western hospitality that make our ranches some of the best in the West.

Every year, our ranches hire for a variety of positions.

Ranging from:

Cooking and Kitchen Staff
Wait Staff, Housekeeping, and Maintenance
Horse Care and Wrangling
Babysitters, Kids Counselors, Teen Counselors
Office and Marketing positions

These ranches offer good jobs, good pay and great places to meet new people, not to mention a wonderful place to spend the summer. Our ranches typically do most of their hiring for summer employment December-March.

Get familiar with our ranches!

Before applying, take time to explore what makes each ranch unique. See what our ranches are like, the amenities and activities they offer, and get a sense of what your day-to-day work and lifestyle might look like. This will help you find the ranch that’s the best fit for your skills, personality, and interests.

Ranches are not only a great place to meet new people, but also a wonderful place to spend the summer. Most ranches do the bulk of their summer hiring between December and March, so be sure to plan ahead when applying.

Ready to Browse Jobs? Apply Here!

Explore open positions across our Colorado Dude & Guest Ranch Association member ranches. Whether you’re looking for a role in hospitality, horse care, childcare, or the kitchen, you’ll find opportunities to work hard, learn new skills, and make lasting connections. Click below to browse current openings and start your applications today.