The snow never came. We might as well start planning for spring, sunshine and
smiley family travel across the state. Why not add a horse, a barn, comfy
accommodations, delicious food and beverage pairings, and over 100 activities for
all ages. Colorado Dude Ranch vacations might be one of the most affordable,
adventurous and unique in state escapes for a multigenerational family. These three
spring break dude ranches offer excellent pricing and opportunity for last-minute
getaways.
Deer Valley Ranch
Location: Nathrop, CO
Average Rate Per Night for Family: ($210/cabin up to 4 people. Does not include
meals)
Room Type: Cabin/Lodge Rooms
Age Range for Activities: 0+
Sample Spring Activities: Downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, dog
sledding and snowmobiling: all available in our area from five minutes to 45
minutes away. Play all day and then Stay and enjoy your own cozy cabin.
Minimum Stay: 2-3 nights
Spring Dates: March 1-May 30
Food Options: (there is always refrigerator space to place your own food whether t
that be kosher or needed for allergy or diet restrictions)
Lost Valley
Location: Deckers, CO
Average Rate Per Night for Family: Rates are all-inclusive (cabin suites, 3 meals,
guided horseback riding, entertainment, all programs) per person. ($300/adult avg,
$200/child average/ day)
Room Type: Cabins
Age Range for Activities: 3+
Sample Spring Activities: 3D Archery, Horseback Riding, Tennis Courts, Trap
Shooting, Hay Rides
Minimum Stay: 2 nights
Spring Dates: March 1-May 20
Food Options: (there is always refrigerator space to place your own food whether t
that be kosher or needed for allergy or diet restrictions)
Sundance Trail Ranch
Location: Red Feather Lakes, CO
Average Rate Per Night for Family: Rates include: Lodging, Meals and Daily Horse
Back Ride (usually after breakfast). Meals are dinner on night of arrival through
breakfast on your day of departure. Average : $260/couple + $90/child (daily rate).
Room Type: Cabin
Age Range for Activities: 5+
Sample Spring Activities: Horseback Riding, Stargazing, Murder Mystery weekends
(groups of 8+), ONLY Colorado Pet friendly ranch. Bring the pooch
Minimum Stay: 1 night (b&b offered)
Spring Dates: March 1- May 15
Food Options: (there is always refrigerator space to place your own food whether t
that be kosher or needed for allergy or diet restrictions)
Blog by: Julie Bielenberg
http://slowandgo.org
