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The Best Summer Vacation for Families Who Don’t Want to Go to the Beach

It’s summer vacation time! Ready for blistering sun, resort pools with no elbow room, long buffet lines, and itineraries built entirely around finding a halfway decent spot on the sand?  Look, there’s nothing wrong with a family beach vacation, but the trappings of such an affair can start to grate without a change of pace. … Continued

C Lazy U Ranch is Colorado’s Adult Luxury Summer Vacation

Remember the magic of summer camp? Long days outdoors, new friendships, big laughs, and experiences that stuck with you for life? Now imagine that, but with five star accommodations, gourmet dining, fine wine, and world-class service. That’s what summer at C Lazy U Ranch delivers: the carefree joy of childhood summers, elevated with everything adults … Continue Reading »

What To Expect On Your Summer Dude Ranch Vacation

Offering the beauty of the Rocky Mountains, the freedom to roam 8,500 acres of untouched American West, high-class amenities and fun-filled activities, an all-inclusive getaway at C Lazy U’s elegant guest ranch is the best way to spend a Colorado summer family vacation. We’ve created a summer bucket list filled with must-do dude ranch activities … Continue Reading »

The Yoga Experience at CLU

When you visit C Lazy U Ranch, you’re in for a whole lot of adventure, excitement, and rough-and-tumble fun. But it’s not all exhilarating outdoor exploits — you’ll also get the chance to center yourself during our relaxing outdoor yoga sessions and upcoming special events. Yoga at C Lazy U Yoga is offered at C … Continue Reading »

Why We Love Summer Horseback Riding

C Lazy U offers horseback riding year-round, but there’s just something special about summer riding. The warm breeze, bright blue skies, and long summer days create the perfect environment for trail rides. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, there’s tons of reasons to love summer horseback riding at C Lazy U.  Gorgeous Weather  Summer … Continue Reading »

Bee Tours Have C Lazy U Ranch Buzzing

C Lazy U is always brimming with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and the Colorado guest ranch continues to offer guests new and exciting activities. This summer, C Lazy U collaborated with Tabernash Honey Company to bring Bee Tours to the ranch. The new activity helps guests learn more about the bees in Colorado and get hands-on experience … Continue Reading »

What To Expect From The Summer Kids & Teens Program

Are you planning your family’s summer vacation and wondering how to plan something special for you, your spouse, your teen, and your youngest child? Wonder no longer – C Lazy U dude ranch offers an all-inclusive vacation experience unlike any other. Our renowned Kids & Teens program provides the perfect balance of family time and … Continue Reading »

Mountain Bike Through C Lazy U

The mountain playground that is Colorado is a veritable treasure trove of natural beauty, and sometimes your feet just aren’t fast enough to take you everywhere you want to go. For those adventurers who want to see it all, there’s a simple solution: mountain biking. Great for All Experience Levels Whether you’re a biking novice … Continue Reading »

Rafting at C Lazy U Ranch

Looking for an unconventional way to explore colorful Colorado while you’re at C Lazy U? White water rafting is a great way to see the state’s beauty while feeding your spirit for adventure. Whether you paddle across the family-friendly upper Colorado River or splash through the more challenging Clear Creek River, your rafting trip through … Continue Reading »

The Lesser-known Activities of a Dude Ranch Vacation

Dude ranches are, of course, famous for their horses. Since the very first dude ranches made their appearance in the early 20th century, horseback riding has been central to the this quintessentially western experience. But do city slickers who aren’t into horseback riding still have fun at a dude ranch? The answer is a definitive … Continue Reading »

This Summer’s Best Fishing Trip: Colorado Fly Fishing

For so many anglers, both amateur and pro, there’s nothing quite like Colorado in the summertime. Colorado fly fishing is some of the best to be had. For a fly fishing vacation with exclusive access to private territory and trained guides, C Lazy U is ready with an Orvis-certified experience for all skill levels – … Continue Reading »

Ranch Fitness Activities (Infographic)

A week on a ranch isn’t your typical getaway. With so many activities available, you won’t go home feeling bloated and listless as though you’d eaten and slept your way through your vacation (although sometimes, that’s just what you need!). At C Lazy U Ranch, it isn’t actually all “lazy.” You’ll shed more than just … Continue Reading »

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Preparing for a horseback riding vacation means training your body for long days in the saddle, practicing proper riding posture, and packing the right gear. Riding uses your core, arms, and legs in ways most daily routines don't, so a little preparation now helps you ride comfortably from day one and avoid the soreness that…

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All the servers and people checking in on us were very attentive, friendly, and helpful. We never felt like we were waiting for service or anything, and the food was AMAZING.

~ Jen O., 09-16-2021

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