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C Lazy U Ranch Recognized as a Premier Family-Friendly Cowboy Core Spot in 417 Magazine

October 6, 2025

We’re excited to share that C Lazy U Ranch is featured in 417 Magazine’s “An Ozarks Dude Ranch Experience” piece, which spotlights the top guest ranches offering authentic Western getaways. Positioned as the best choice for families, the article highlights C Lazy U’s century-long legacy and upscale cabin accommodations, as well as year-round and seasonal activities like the iconic Jingle, cattle pushing, and horsemanship clinics. The piece also notes our robust kids’ programs alongside spa treatments, making us the perfect choice for family travelers. With 417 Magazine reaching over 120,000 readers in southwest Missouri, this feature reiterates why C Lazy U Ranch is a premier family-friendly resort for Cowboy-core, Western adventure, and slow travels.

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The American West has always inspired imaginations worldwide with tales of outlaws, gold rushes, and rugged pioneers, though many of these stories stretch the truth — or simply aren't true at all! Like most legends, our idea of the Old West has been glamorized over time, turning into classic myths that continue to shape our…

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Brook and Alana were so wonderful and encouraging to our son. It was our visit visit to the ranch and his first time on a horse and they really took great care of him. Braley was such a joy as and so helpful on the daily. Mike was our first introduction to the ranch and through our visit he was so engaging and helpful, always had a greeting for us each day and if he didn't know the answer to our questions he made sure he would find out for us.

~ Dani B., 09-06-2021

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