Where the Journey Began Shawn first found C Lazy U Ranch the way many do: through his daughter’s love of horses. Searching for a vacation that would feed her passion and offer the family something new, the Kaletas landed at our slice of the Rocky Mountains, and things just clicked. “We first visited in 2020 … Continue Reading »
Nothing connects you to the cowboy lifestyle quite like saddling up for the first time. You feel the smooth leather of the saddle, hear the creak of your boots in the stirrups, and sense the quiet strength of the majestic creature beneath you. Only at C Lazy U Ranch can you experience the authentic thrill … Continue Reading »
Out in the untamed West, skill and precision meant the difference between survival and surrender. Ranchers, cowboys, and frontiersmen honed their marksmanship by tracking fast-moving targets across open plains. At C Lazy U Ranch, you can step into that legacy, gun in hand, and take your shot at an experience straight out of the Old … Continue Reading »
Some romantic experiences in life are so grand they deserve more than just a single day — they deserve a sequel. Renewing your vows is a beautiful way to celebrate your journey, reflect on the years you’ve shared, and step into the future with a deeper bond. And where better to reaffirm your love than … Continue Reading »
What Does “Dude Ranch” Mean? Today, the word “dude” might bring to mind casual slang like “bro,” but its meaning in the late 1800s was quite different. Back then, a “dude” referred to an urbanite – a city slicker unfamiliar with rural life. When East Coast residents began traveling west for vacations on working ranches, … Continue Reading »
Blades cutting across a glassy surface, crisp mountain air on your face, the rush of gliding over an immaculately groomed pond — is the perfect winter complete without ice skating? When the C Lazy U pond freezes over, we break out the Zamboni and lace up the skates for some fun on the ice. While … Continue Reading »
Few things are more picturesque and magical than a forest covered in new fallen snow, full of towering pines adorned in nature’s frost-laden jewelry, with air so crisp you can almost taste its purity. With a world like this stretched out before you, your biggest concern is how you’ll traverse the landscape. Which path will … Continue Reading »
A day spent in the snow has a special magic to it, especially if you’re riding horses over powdery hills, snowshoeing through glittering aspen groves, tearing down the slopes, or showing-up your friends at trap shooting. But the beauty of winter adventures doesn’t end when the sun dips below the mountains. At a C Lazy … Continue Reading »
As the snow blankets the Colorado Rockies, the West transforms into a scene straight out of a film, storybook, or legend — a land of untamed beauty, crisp mountain air, and shimmering horizons. Winter here isn’t just a season, it’s a spectacle, an adventure, and a time to savor life at a different pace. At … Continue Reading »
If you’ve admired the graceful gait of our horses’ hooves on the trail, or paid close attention to their rhythmic clatter during a trot, you might find yourself wondering: why do horses even need shoes? They’re originally wild animals, after all, so aren’t their hooves tough enough to handle anything nature throws at them? While … Continue Reading »
Ranch Blog
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…
From the Horse's Mouth
Natalie taught us how to ride horses; her instruction was clear, gentle, and kind. She taught us the similarities and differences between English and Western riding. We loved our time with the horses, but especially because Natalie helped us understand how to best interact with the horses. Natalie also helped us on the Feed Wagon ride, which was particularly special for us, because we got to feed horses, watch them eat, and watch them follow the feed wagon. Many thanks to Natalie for helping make this part of our stay magical.
~ Brian & Tyrene, 11-14-2021
