C Lazy U isn’t just a guest ranch and award-winning resort — we’re also a fully functioning dude ranch, upholding over 100 years of Western tradition. In addition to our herd of over 200 horses, C Lazy U is home to a variety of ranch animals, including our fan-favorite staff members: Tilly & Wilbur the … Continue Reading »
How the time flies! It seems like only yesterday our wranglers were welcoming the ranch’s newest foal, Remi, into the world. Now, three years later, Remi has exchanged his first wobbly steps for exhilarating gallops at the head of the daily jingle. Fan favorites Remi and Alice aren’t the only fresh faces in the pasture … Continued
Petey the donkey, a treasured C Lazy U Ranch worker, friend, icon, and unofficial mascot, passed away this December in Colorado after a long and beautiful life. This four-foot-tall (including ears), 350 pound bundle of fuzz and love had an incredible impact on every person he encountered during his remarkable 30 year life. Today, we … Continue Reading »
In the fall of 2020, the C Lazy U wranglers were brushing Joy, our newest Clydesdale mare, when they felt a baby move – and a few months later, Remi was born! A year later, we’re checking in with Remi and Joy to see what they’ve been up to, how their personalities have grown, and … Continue Reading »
C Lazy U dude ranch is the perfect place for spending time with your loved ones – whether you’re on a family vacation, a romantic couple’s getaway, or celebrating a wedding or family reunion. Love is certainly in the air on the ranch, and the horses are no exception. To celebrate all kinds of love … Continue Reading »
C Lazy U’s trio of miniature donkeys may be small, but their personalities are huge. Over the years, Petey, Tilly, and Wilbur have stolen the hearts of guests, staff, and horses alike. Get to know some of the stars of our premier guest ranch by learning more about C Lazy U’s donkeys. What Do The … Continue Reading »
As the premier guest ranch of the West, C Lazy U is home to over 200 horses. Tucked in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, this elegant dude ranch combines authentic western tradition with five-star luxury, providing guests with unforgettable experiences. While C Lazy U may be famous for horseback riding, gourmet dining, glamping, … Continue Reading »
With over 200 horses and 8,500 acres of Colorado mountains to explore, horseback riding is one of the most popular activities at C Lazy U ranch. This family-friendly vacation activity is available year-round, allowing guests to experience the beauty of the ranch in every season. Today, we’re answering your most-asked questions about what C Lazy … Continue Reading »
As a working dude ranch, C Lazy U offers world-renowned horseback riding for children, teens, and adults. Although the ranch is home to over 200 horses, you won’t see all of them on the trail. Read on to learn more about the different kinds of horses at C Lazy U, what they do, and meet … Continue Reading »
From the early morning jingle, when our herd of 200+ horses comes in from pasture, to afternoons spent riding and building connections in the saddle, our animals are the stars of every stay at our premier guest ranch. Get to know some of the horses you’ll come to love when you visit C Lazy U … Continue Reading »
Guests these days may find it hard to spot “Baby” Alice on the ranch when surrounded by our other horses, having grown so much (and so fast!) since she was born at C Lazy U almost two years ago. Our wranglers have had a lot of fun with Alice, our unexpected addition to the herd … Continue Reading »
As you might have heard, we recently got a little surprise here on the C Lazy U Ranch. We’d like you to meet baby Alice, the newest, littlest member of the C Lazy U herd!The story of how C Lazy U got Alice is a bit funny.C Lazy U recently purchased a horse, Belle. … Continue Reading »
So, Dick’s Sporting Goods came out to do a photo shoot at the ranch a few weeks ago for their new hunting line, and below are some of my favorite shots; they realized, like so may people do, what an amazing staff we have, so I’m pretty sure you’ll recognize the models. You’ll notice that … Continue Reading »
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There comes a point on a lot of resort weekends where you realize you didn’t actually escape anything. All the BS and frustrations have followed you to paradise, and you’re still stuck waiting on dinner reservations, scrambling to reserve a pool chair, and listening to the cacophony blasting out of a stranger’s iPad speakers. Are…
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The room was even better than I had anticipated and we were able to check in before the time I had been told. Yay!
~ Laura H., 09-13-2021
