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Plan Your Romantic Escape to the Colorado West

The great outdoors – is there any place more stunning and romantic? There’s no question that nothing beats an adventure away together, and Colorado’s all-inclusive C Lazy U ranch and resort is the perfect spot for a Rocky Mountain romantic couples getaway. Spend quality time together on the horse trails, hold hands while ice skating … Continue Reading »

Own a Piece of the West With C Lazy U

For over 100 years, C Lazy U has been preserving the traditions and thrill of the American West. As part of our commitment to preserving the beauty and power of the American landscape, we’re donating a significant portion of our property towards natural land conservation efforts. As such, we’re now offering up a final, limited … Continue Reading »

Behind the Scenes at C Lazy U: Meet Sous Chef Tim Wishon

What makes for exceptional fine dining? While ingredients and culinary ideas serve an important part, the secret ingredient for excellence in the kitchen is a passionate and driven team.  Enter Tim Wishon, the inspiring superstar Sous Chef that helps create perfect dining experiences at C Lazy U Ranch. Tim’s initiative, effort, and will to achieve … Continue Reading »

Wine on the Ranch with Sommelier Tony Collier

At C Lazy U Ranch, we take our wine pretty seriously – and because of this we’re proud to have received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for seven years in a row. With contending restaurants hailing from famous wine regions like Napa Valley, maintaining a wine list worthy of this outstanding honor is no … Continue Reading »

Behind The Scenes at C Lazy U: Meet Hattie Crosby

For decades, C Lazy U Ranch’s Children’s and Teens Program has helped children from toddlers to teens build skill and have incredible adventures out in the American West. But, contrary to how it may seem, good old fashioned dude ranch fun doesn’t just appear out of thin air – it takes a hard-working team to … Continue Reading »

Inside the Ranch: Interview with a C Lazy U Guest

C Lazy U isn’t just a luxury dude ranch vacation destination – we’re a garden to plant memories that grow more cherished with every season. We’re a taste of the authentic American West. We’re a home away from home. We’re a place for families to grow stronger, together.  It’s no wonder that guests of C … Continue Reading »

Behind The Scenes at C Lazy U: Meet Lisa Anderson

When you think of life working on a ranch, the first thing that comes to mind is probably wranglin’ and riding. While it’s true that western archetypes of cowboys and cowgirls make up a considerable section of ranch life, no five star vacation destination can run without hardworking and dedicated accountants. Enter Lisa Anderson, superstar … Continue Reading »

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Yee-haw! On July 24, C Lazy U Ranch celebrates 107 years of welcoming guests to experience life in the Colorado Rockies. We’re incredibly honored to be part of more than a century of true Western hospitality, and this year our anniversary carries a little extra meaning. As Colorado prepares to celebrate its 150th anniversary in…

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From the Horse's Mouth

The beautiful bar and the friendliness (and amazing memory) of the primary bartender, Trent, made the experience like having an evening drink with your family. When you can walk into a bar, just chatting with a new friend for a few minutes, and the bartender walks over and doesn't say "What'll ya have?" but instead smiles like he means it, then calls you by name as he hands you your drink – that's special. It makes you feel like you're part of the C Lazy U family.

~ Stephen H., 09-21-2021

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