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Brady Johnson
Director of Sales and Marketing
Phone: (970) 887-3344
Fax: (970) 887-3917
bjohnson@clazyu.com
We’re happy to share FamilyVacationist included C Lazy U Ranch in an article, “10 best all-inclusive family resorts for Christmas 2024.” Highlighting the ranch’s holiday programming, seasonal activities and cabin accommodations, the article also appeared on USA Today and Yahoo Life Canada.
We’re happy to share that C Lazy U Ranch is featured in the Winter 2024 issue of Colorado Expression. Pictured on the front cover, the Ranch is highlighted in the Holiday Gift Guide as a winter adventure getaway, noting the seasonal activities, spa and wellness amenities, and the Wine & Dine in March.
We’re happy to share two regional outlets, The Gazette and Fox31, looked back on the ranch’s experience with the East Troublesome Fire while covering Ami’s debut novel, Running Free, in online articles and broadcast segments.
The Gazette article, “Colorado equestrian releases book inspired by the evacuation of 200 horses during East Troublesome fire” takes a deep dive into remembering how the wildfire impacted the ranch. It includes a conversation with Ami about the evacuation, detailing the team’s and volunteer’s efforts while providing a brief on Ami’s background and how the book’s storyline came about.
Additionally, Fox31 produced a segment on the story that was published online and aired twice yesterday evening, at 5pm and 9pm.
We’re happy to share Islands included C Lazy U in an article, “The Best American Destinations For An Unforgettable Mother-Daughter Getaway”, which highlights the all-inclusive experience with horseback riding and year-round seasonal activities.
We are pleased to share that OutThere Colorado highlighted C Lazy U’s ranking by the Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards among other Colorado hotel rankings in an article, “Nine Colorado hotels rank among Conde Nast Traveler’s top 20 resorts in Mountain West.
We’re pleased to share C Lazy U is featured in Travel + Leisure’s October issue. Writer Nina Hahn included the Ranch in a story about group travel adventures, highlighting seven destinations worldwide. C Lazy U is positioned as a place offering horsemanship clinics and horseback riding for adults and age-specific kids’ camps.
The Colorado Sun’s “Colorado’s Best” Reader’s Choice Awards have been announced and we’re excited to share C Lazy U has been named a runner-up in three categories. These include luxury resort, venue for conferences and meetings and venue for weddings in the Western Slope & Mountains, Outdoors category.
We’re excited to share Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards are now live, and C Lazy U Ranch is the #20 resort among the top 20 resorts in the Mountain West!
C Lazy U is included in the Colorado Tourism Office seasonal news release published on Colorado.com, highlighting the debut of the Lazy You Hideaway.
We’re thrilled to share coverage of C Lazy U in a Forbes piece, “Plan Now For The Best Leaf Viewing In The U.S.”. The article positions the ranch as an all-inclusive luxury guest ranch that meets every Hallmark fall fantasy, highlighting the setting, recreational activities, cabin accommodations and gourmet dining.
Ranch Blog
At C Lazy U Ranch, horses are a foundational part of our over-a-century-long legacy. In this first installment of our Local Legends series, we’re spotlighting Abby Stover, Equestrian Operations Manager, and the expert wrangler team who care for nearly 200 horses — plus a few mischievous donkeys — and guide guests through unforgettable days in…
From the Horse's Mouth
It was so wonderful. We all had a great time, but my four-year-old in particular was just thrilled with everything he got to experience. My mom asked him, "What was better, Disney World or the dude ranch?" He didn't hesitate: "Dude ranch!" And he made me pretend to be a horse doing the jingle last night when we had to come upstairs for bathtime, so he could be Brooks, one of the ranch hands we met. What a special place.
~ J. LaRusso, 08-10-2025
