C Lazy U Press

C Lazy U Ranch is featured in The Scout Guide’s “Western Wedding Guide: Insider Tips, Trends & Trusted Colorado Vendors for Boulder and Denver Weddings” as a top all-inclusive Colorado wedding venue. The piece highlights the ranch’s full-property buyout options, where couples can host private multi-day celebrations blending Western adventure, refined dining, and luxury accommodations. With only a few weddings hosted each year, each celebration at C Lazy U is intimate, exclusive, and unforgettable.

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We’re thrilled to announce that C Lazy U Ranch has been named the #17 resort in the Mountain West in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Each year, readers vote for their favorite destinations across the region, recognizing properties that deliver exceptional hospitality and unforgettable guest experiences. Condé Nast Traveler celebrates C Lazy U Ranch as a family-friendly western ranch—a standout Colorado destination where generations come together to experience the best of the American West adventure.

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We’re excited to share that C Lazy U Ranch is featured in 417 Magazine’s “An Ozarks Dude Ranch Experience” piece, which spotlights the top guest ranches offering authentic Western getaways. Positioned as the best choice for families, the article highlights C Lazy U’s century-long legacy and upscale cabin accommodations, as well as year-round and seasonal activities like the iconic Jingle, cattle pushing, and horsemanship clinics. The piece also notes our robust kids’ programs alongside spa treatments, making us the perfect choice for family travelers. With 417 Magazine reaching over 120,000 readers in southwest Missouri, this feature reiterates why C Lazy U Ranch is a premier family-friendly resort for Cowboy-core, Western adventure, and slow travels.

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C Lazy U Ranch’s gourmet dining takes center stage in the October 2025 issue of Highlands Ranch Magazine with a four-page spread titled “Cowboy Gourmet”. The story celebrates our thoughtfully crafted meals, from cowboy coffee brewed over an open flame to multi-course dinners featuring seasonal local ingredients. This feature highlights why our exceptional gourmet dining, paired with year-round Western adventures and luxury hospitality, continues to earn top awards. Highlands Ranch Magazine’s combined digital and print reach of nearly 100,000 amplifies our commitment to connecting guests through food, tradition, and the cowboy spirit.

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We’re delighted that C Lazy U Ranch is featured in Observer’s “The Rise of the Cowboycation: Western Getaways Take the Reins,” written by Lindsay Cohn. The article highlights ‘cowboycation’ as a top travel trend in 2025 and names C Lazy U among the best luxury ranches in the U.S. Positioned as the perfect choice for travelers with little cowpokes, the feature spotlights our 100-year legacy, comprehensive horsemanship lessons, children’s program, full-service spa and Lazy You Hideaway, plus year-round seasonal recreation. With Observer’s national reach to metropolitan professionals, this feature underscores why C Lazy U is a premier family-friendly retreat for authentic Western adventure and relaxation.

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We’re excited that C Lazy U Ranch is featured in USA Today’s “The 10 best fall family vacation spots for foliage, festivals and fun.” The article highlights Grand County as a premier fall destination and positions the ranch as a special getaway for families, linking our inclusion in USA Today’s 10Best awards. With USA Today’s reach of over 65 million monthly visitors, this recognition spotlights C Lazy U’s commitment to unforgettable family vacations, seasonal adventure, and award-winning hospitality.

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We’re excited to be featured in The Epoch Times’ recent story, “11 Dude Ranches for a Western-Inspired Getaway.” The article spotlights C Lazy U at the fourth spot as an all-inclusive retreat celebrated for our century-old history, year-round activities, standout meals and spa services. This recognition highlights our commitment to seamless hospitality and unforgettable Western experiences for guests of all ages.

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We’re thrilled to announce that C Lazy U Ranch has been named the winner in three categories at The Colorado Sun’s “Colorado’s Best 2025” Reader’s Choice Awards: Hotel or Resort for Leisure, Hotel or Resort for Business, and Venue for Conferences. We’re also proud to be the runner-up for the “Venue for Weddings” category.

The Colorado Sun reaches nearly 700,000 unique monthly visitors, making this recognition a meaningful testament to our commitment to exceptional service and a luxury Western experience. This honor reflects why C Lazy U continues to be a preferred destination for leisure, business, and special events in Colorado.

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We’re proud to share that C Lazy U Ranch has been featured in OutThere Colorado’s recent article, “2 of country’s ‘best family-friendly resorts’ are located in Colorado.” The article, which highlights our recognition in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, celebrates our authentic American West guest ranch experience and year-round activities. The piece perfectly captures what makes C Lazy U a premier destination for families, from our unique cabin accommodations to a wide variety of activities like horseback riding, paddleboarding, and ice skating.

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C Lazy U Ranch’s family-friendly, all-inclusive adventures have earned acclaim in USA Today 10Best’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, and Fort Collins Coloradoan is taking note! We’re excited to be spotlighted as one of three family-friendly and all-inclusive resorts in Colorado honored nationally, applauding our year-round activities and cabin accommodations.

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