A Day in the Life of a Real Rancher
When guests arrive at C Lazy U Ranch, they’re swept into a world of exceptional comfort, adventure, and wide-open western landscapes. But what some don’t realize is that behind every … Continue Reading »

When guests arrive at C Lazy U Ranch, they’re swept into a world of exceptional comfort, adventure, and wide-open western landscapes. But what some don’t realize is that behind every … 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 … Continue Reading »
At C Lazy U guest ranch in Granby, Colorado we’re more than just an all-inclusive resort, we’re also a full-time, authentic working dude ranch. For more than a hundred years … Continued
If you haven’t checked out our social feed in a while, you might not have met our newest social media personality: Branding Brady! While he may be new to your … Continue Reading »
C Lazy U is more than a luxury vacation destination in the Rocky Mountains. It’s a real, working dude ranch with miniature donkeys, cows, and a herd of 200 horses. … Continue Reading »
In the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, eating meat is an adventure. After exploring the high altitude terrain, sit down to an authentic regional meal complete with game meat. When looking … Continue Reading »
Ranch Blog
If you ask most people when to visit a Colorado dude ranch or all-inclusive western resort, they’ll say summer. Because the cowboy spirit is all about long days, sunny trails, and wildflower-filled meadows, right? But if you ask seasoned travelers — or guests who’ve experienced it firsthand — they might have a different response: March.…
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