C Lazy U Press

Please direct all media requests to:

Brady Johnson
Director of Sales and Marketing
Phone: (970) 887-3344
Fax: (970) 887-3917
bjohnson@clazyu.com

C Lazy U Ranch Celebrated in Fort Collins Coloradoan Following USA Today 10Best’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards Wins

August 25, 2025

C Lazy U Ranch’s family-friendly, all-inclusive adventures have earned acclaim in USA Today 10Best’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, and Fort Collins Coloradoan is taking note! We’re excited to be spotlighted as one of three family-friendly and all-inclusive resorts in Colorado honored nationally, applauding our year-round activities and cabin accommodations.

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The Land Bulletin Spotlights C Lazy U’s Living Legacy of the American West and Land Stewardship

August 21, 2025

We’re excited to share that C Lazy U Ranch was recently featured on Mirr Ranch Group’s podcast, The Land Bulletin, titled “Your Week at the Historic Guest Ranch: Discovering C Lazy U in Colorado”. In this special conversation, our General Manager, Jeremy Belnap, discusses how the ranch seamlessly blends luxury hospitality with an authentic Western experience. The episode highlights our century-old history, our conservation efforts, and the resilience of our team in the face of adversity, including the East Troublesome Fire. We invite you to listen and learn about the “magic formula” that transforms a one-time visit into a cherished family tradition.

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Travel + Leisure Announced C Lazy U Ranch as a Top 10 Resort in Colorado in Its August 2025 Issue

August 21, 2025

We’re so pleased to share that C Lazy U Ranch has been announced as a Top 10 Resort in Colorado and winner of the World’s Best Awards 2025 by Travel + Leisure. This marks the sixth time we have received this honor, with previous wins in 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. The recognition, featured in the magazine’s August 2025 issue (see below), is a testament to our commitment to providing guests with an unparalleled luxury Western experience. We are grateful to the readers of Travel + Leisure for this recognition and for celebrating our ranch as a world-class destination.

C Lazy U Ranch Featured as a Premier Cowboy Core Vacation Spot in Outside Magazine

August 21, 2025

C Lazy U Ranch was mentioned in the Outside Magazine article titled “7 of the Wildest Cowboy Core Vacations in the U.S.”, penned by freelance writer Emily Pennington. The article spotlights our all-inclusive 8,500-acre property, highlighting a variety of activities from participating in a cattle drive to enjoying a winter wonderland with snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. This feature perfectly captures the active, adventurous spirit of the C Lazy U experience, from the trails to our cozy woodsy cabins.

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Travel and Tour World Highlighted C Lazy U Ranch as a Top Pick for All-Inclusive, Active Vacations

August 11, 2025

We’re honored to be spotlighted in Travel and Tour World’s piece on “Ten Jaw Dropping All-Inclusive Vacations Right Now US Tourists Can Book Without a Passport, This Will Feel Like International Escapes,” which spotlights us as a top pick for active vacations. The piece highlights our all-inclusive offerings that perfectly blend adventure with relaxation, from gourmet meals to a wide variety of activities like horseback riding and fly-fishing. The article beautifully captures the essence of a C Lazy U stay, reminding readers that it’s “simple, exciting, and relaxing all at once.”

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C Lazy U Ranch Named One of the Largest Ranches in the U.S. to Visit by Explore.com

July 24, 2025

We’re delighted that Explore.com has featured C Lazy U Ranch in “12 Of The Largest Ranches In The U.S. That You Can Actually Visit,” emphasizing our luxurious cabins and vast activities like horseback riding. Written by Jenna Intersimone, the article listed C Lazy U in the fourth spot. It also highlights a glowing Tripadvisor review that hails us as “Paradise found,” perfectly reflecting our commitment to a luxury all-inclusive Western experience.

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Colorado Expression Features C Lazy U Ranch for Quintessential Colorado Weddings

July 24, 2025

We’re thrilled that C Lazy U Ranch has been featured in Colorado Expression’s “Colorado I Dos” spotlight, highlighting us as a quintessential Colorado wedding destination. The article beautifully showcases our luxury Western ambiance, sweeping mountain vistas, and extensive amenities, from gourmet dining to the unique “Cowboy Soak” spa experience. This feature truly captures why C Lazy U, with its rich history, is the perfect backdrop for unforgettable Colorado weddings.

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C Lazy U Wins Best Value Wine List in North America

July 15, 2025

C Lazy U Ranch has been honored with the Best Value Wine List award for North America in The World of Fine Wine’s 2025 “World’s Best Wine Lists.” The ranch now advances to the global competition, with winners to be announced in September. Recognized by an esteemed international publication with over 52,000 monthly readers, this accolade highlights the ranch’s exceptional wine program and commitment to quality.

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Mountain Town Magazine Spotlights C Lazy U’s Nourish & Flourish Wellness Weekend

July 15, 2025

C Lazy U Ranch is featured in the latest issue of Mountain Town Magazine with the story “Find Wellness in Ranch Life” by freelance writer Shauna Farnell. The article highlights the ranch’s signature Nourish & Flourish event, showcasing the weekend’s wellness-focused programming, luxurious amenities, and scenic mountain setting. With a print circulation of 15,000, the magazine encourages readers to experience the next retreat this November.

K99.com Showcases C Lazy U Guest Ranch

July 3, 2025

K99.com published a story showcasing C Lazy U as one of two guest ranch resorts in Colorado. The writer calls out a recent Tik Tok from Travel + Leisure that features the ranch in a list of the best all-inclusive resorts in the U.S. K99.com is the website for KUAD-FM (99.1 FM, “K99”), a country music-formatted radio station licensed to Windsor, Colorado.

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