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Want To Make C Lazy U Your Permanent Vacation Home?

There are hundreds of reasons why guests choose to visit C Lazy U over and over again: luxury accommodations, world-renowned horseback riding, breathtaking views of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, and countless activities for the entire family. Whether you’re a long-time fan of C Lazy U or have just recently fallen in love, we have good … Continue Reading »

Remi Turns One!

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 »

8 Reasons To Plan A Winter Colorado Dude Ranch Vacation

Named by DudeRanch.com as the “premier Dude Ranch in Colorado,” C Lazy U Ranch is the perfect destination for your winter vacation. Think of it as a “Winter Wonderland Escape,” with an array of fun, family-friendly, winter activities at your fingertips, including: Winter Horseback Riding  Winter horseback riding at C Lazy U is a slower, … Continue Reading »

Plan Your Family’s Next Long Weekend Getaway At C Lazy U

The best family vacation destinations for a long weekend getaway should strike the perfect balance between being kid-friendly and helping parents relax and unwind. C Lazy U, Colorado’s premier guest ranch, offers that and more. Not only will your family love our unique kid-friendly activities and luxurious relaxation opportunities for adults, but our guest ranch … Continue Reading »

Colorful Colorado: Fall at the Ranch

Colorado is beautiful in any season, but fall is one of the most colorful. The beautiful Rocky Mountains, spotted with fiery red-orange aspens, draw in hundreds of Colorado natives and tourists alike every year. At C Lazy U dude ranch, you’ll get a front row ticket to the riot of color that comes with a … Continue Reading »

The Benefits of Horseback Riding

If you’re planning your next horseback riding vacation, look no further than C Lazy U ranch. Our Colorado mountain getaway is home to over 200 horses and a robust horseback riding program, allowing guests to enjoy up to two trail rides almost every day of the year. Horseback riding at the ranch gives you more … Continue Reading »

5 Must-See Locations In The Rocky Mountains

C Lazy U guest ranch is famous for many reasons – its luxurious accommodations, mouthwatering food, all-inclusive activities, and breathtaking views of the Colorado mountains.  Located just to the south of Rocky Mountain National Park, the dude ranch boasts some of the most beautiful sights in the American West.  Read on to discover 5 of … Continue Reading »

C Lazy U Closing The Distance From Farm To Table

C Lazy U has always been known for whipping up delicious meals focused on sourcing and serving local food. Now, our luxury dude ranch is broadening our focus on farm-to-table options for guests by investing in a high-tech container farm.   Year-Round Culinary Excellence  Located in the mountains of Colorado, C Lazy U Ranch is an … Continue Reading »

5 Tips to Help You Be Prepared for Horseback Riding in the Winter

At C Lazy U Ranch, the preeminent activity is, of course, horseback riding. Every day, guests are encouraged to mount their trusted steeds and explore our expansive ranch with the help of our experienced wranglers — even when it gets a little chilly out. Colorado winters aren’t known for being particularly severe, but there can … Continue Reading »

Things You’ll Only See on the Winter Horseback Riding Trail

Winter horseback riding at our all-inclusive resort in Colorado is unlike any other experience you’ll have at a dude ranch in the American West, thanks to our 8,500 acres of prime Rocky Mountain landscape. We’ve got access to some of the best horseback riding trails in Colorado, and we try our best to make sure … Continue Reading »

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Fall foliage is here! There’s so many ways to soak up the beautiful amber and gold as they sweep through the mountains; you can drive a scenic byway, hike a mountain trail, or even see the Autumn foliage by train. All are fantastic options for connecting with both nature and the spirit of the season.…

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From the Horse's Mouth

I'm still blissed out after our weekend at the ranch. Philip and I have traveled all over the state and truly, it was one of the best trips we've ever had. Thanks so much for extending the experience to us. Although ranch stays are trending and there are so many options in Colorado, I don't think I really understood the allure until visiting for myself. For one, I'm so glad we went in the wintertime. In chatting with the staff (who were all fabulous — service was a big stand-out feature), I got the impression that January-March is a quiet season. But man, are people missing out. We saw so much wildlife, enjoyed guided experiences with such intimate groups, and had a level of privacy I've never come across at an all-inclusive resort. The activities were abundant, the facilities and rental gear were high quality, and the food! The wine pairing dinner was an unexpected surprise and again, so intimate and enjoyable. The whole experience was such a treat. Thank you again. High praise all around. There's really so much to love about the destination.

~ Abigail B., 01-24-2025

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