Denver Gazette Recognizes C Lazy U’s USA Today 10Best Award
The Denver Gazette’s OutThere Colorado published a story about the USA Today 10Best “Best Dude Ranch” winners, featuring C Lazy U Ranch.

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The Denver Gazette’s OutThere Colorado published a story about the USA Today 10Best “Best Dude Ranch” winners, featuring C Lazy U Ranch.
We are happy to share Sky-Hi News‘ feature story about the ranch’s recognition in Wine Spectator’s Best Award of Excellence.
We are delighted that Denver’s Fox31 included C Lazy U in a piece, “Colorado is home to 3 of the best dude ranches in the US,” highlighting the ranch’s ranking in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards “Best Dude Ranches in the US” category, which was announced in March. The article was also picked up by NewsBreak – read it here.
We’re excited to share the coverage results of C Lazy U’s inclusion in USA Today 10Best’s Readers’ Choice Awards. The ranch ranked no. 7 in the piece, “Unwind and indulge at the 10 best all-inclusive resorts in the US,” and no. 10 in, “Planning a family vacation? Check out these 10 amazing resorts across the US.” Both articles highlight the cabin accommodations and various activities guests can enjoy on property.
C Lazy U is featured as a top dude ranch for families in a Galavante piece, a members-only luxury travel website for the working jet set, by the working jet set. The digital site provides itineraries for a discerning readership that works hard, plays hard, and wants to maximize their travel experiences.
We’re excited to share the print version of the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2023 announcement in the August issue, where C Lazy U is included as one of the “10 Best Colorado Resort Hotels.”
A photo of C Lazy U’s willow planting initiative with Trout Unlimited was posted by Sky-Hi News – see here.
The Knot included C Lazy U in a piece about the most romantic getaways in Colorado, highlighting the ranch’s year-round recreation activities and the Cowboy Soak.
C Lazy U is featured in a piece, “Now Trending: Dude Ranch Getaways,” published by enRoute (Air Canada). It highlights the ranch’s location, spa, activities and accommodations.
Sky-Hi News’ online magazine recently published an article of great dude ranches to in Grand County where you can unplug, and included C Lazy U Ranch in the list.
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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
I'm still blissed out after our weekend at the ranch. Philip and I have traveled all over the state and truly, it was one of the best trips we've ever had. Thanks so much for extending the experience to us. Although ranch stays are trending and there are so many options in Colorado, I don't think I really understood the allure until visiting for myself. For one, I'm so glad we went in the wintertime. In chatting with the staff (who were all fabulous — service was a big stand-out feature), I got the impression that January-March is a quiet season. But man, are people missing out. We saw so much wildlife, enjoyed guided experiences with such intimate groups, and had a level of privacy I've never come across at an all-inclusive resort. The activities were abundant, the facilities and rental gear were high quality, and the food! The wine pairing dinner was an unexpected surprise and again, so intimate and enjoyable. The whole experience was such a treat. Thank you again. High praise all around. There's really so much to love about the destination.
~ Abigail B., 01-24-2025