C Lazy U is thrilled to be listed first among the 10 Best in USA Today’s “Trusted Travel & Lifestyle Advice” section reviewing Dude Ranches. As they point out, the activities may shift, but the rustic luxury of our offerings at C Lazy U is available year-round. We have new events happening all the time. Take a look and see what we have planned for this season and we still have plenty of space available for the holidays!
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
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
