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At a Glance
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| Famous For: | Splendid secluded mountain valley, surrounded by wilderness, award-winning youth program. Lake activities. Adults-only specialty weeks. Family run since 1970! | ||||||||
| Capacity: | 36 | ||||||||
| Open: | May 23-October 2 | ||||||||
| Altitude: | 7,800 feet above sea level. | ||||||||
| Location: | 35 miles northeast of Durango, CO. 190 miles from Albuquerque, NM. | ||||||||
| Reservations: | (800) 52RANCH (527-2624); Fax (970) 247-1006; Int 970-247-0722 | ||||||||
| Rates: |
Adults: $2,150/week, $1995/week Adults Only
Children: Ages 6-17 $1850, Ages 3-5 $1450 |
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| Minimum Stay: | B & B (2-nights) | ||||||||
| Deposit: | $800 per person per week to confirm reservation. | ||||||||
| Payment: | Personal checks, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, American Express, and Discover. | ||||||||
| Closest Airports: | Durango, CO, Farmington, NM, Albuquerque, NM, and Denver, CO. | ||||||||
| Transportation: | Pick up at Durango Airport (DRO) - $35 per person round trip | ||||||||
| Travel Agents: | YES | ||||||||
| Guest Reviews: | Read reviews from travelers who have visited this ranch. | ||||||||
| FEATURED AMENITIES | |||
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 Adults OrientedAdult Weeks ArcheryBed-and-BreakfastSeasonal Big/Heavy Riders200-250 lbs. Bring Your Own HorseCattle Drives1 or Part Day week Children's ProgramsBaby Sitting Buckaroo Teen Program (13-18) Children's Dining (kids eat together) Extensive Counselor Program - All Day or Camplike Program Little Buckaroo's (3-5) Young Buckaroo's (6-12) Children's Trail Riding6 yrs old 7 yrs old and over Computer/Email ServicesConference ServicesComputer/Email Services Corporate Groups, MeetingsSmall (under 50) CuisineGourmet International Ranch/Western Spa Cuisine/Health Oriented Vegetarian Culinary Trained ChefsDude/Guest RanchesEmail Access |
Fishing Fly Fishing Fish on Your Own Lake Fishing on Property Professional Guides & Instruction Stream Fishing on Property Type of Fish Salmon Trout Spin Fishing Equipment Available Instruction Available Lake Fishing on Property GolfNear (within 30 miles) HikingOn Your Own Honeymoon PackagesHorseback RidingHorsemanshipHorsesAppaloosa Draft Paint Ponies (for kids) Quarter Tennessee Walking Thoroughbred Hot SpringsNearby (within 30 miles) Hunting RanchesBig Game Deer Elk KayakingLanguages SpokenEnglish Laundry ServiceLiquorAvailable Bring Your Own MassageMountain Biking |
Non-Riding RatesPack Trips Ranch Activity RaftingNearby (within 30 miles) SailingSeminarsHorsemanship Seminars - Fall Horsemanship Seminars - Spring Horsemanship Seminars - Summer Short Stays (1-4 days)Off Season Only Smoking PermittedSwimming PoolHeated Train ServiceWhite-Water RaftingWomenWeeks WorkshopsArt Nature Photography Yoga | |
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| LODGING |
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| Classic and classy individual log cabins. 1, 2 or 3 bedroom cabins boast large decks and private, full baths. Suites feature wood or gas burning stoves, living rooms, and a coffee/wet bar room. |
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| RECREATION |
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| Exceptional riding and cattle program headed by nationally certified instructors. Swimming pool, hot tub, fishing, river rafting, hayrides, scenic mountain drive, water skiing, sailing, hiking/trekking, roping lessons, live music and dancing, campfires, star filled nights. Guided fly-fishing can be arranged on gold medal rivers. Professional massage and spa services available. |
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| FOR CHILDREN |
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| Award-winning youth programs for ages 3-5, 6-10, 11-12, and 13-17. Specially trained counselors for "Never-Bored" kids. Riding, rafting, hayrides, hiking, archery, swimming, water skiing and tubing, arts and crafts, games, and Native American lore. |
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| FOOD/LIQUOR |
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| Progressive world and traditional western cuisine. Our Executive Chef delights with regionally inspired buffets and cowboy cookouts, Candle-lit gourmet dinners, freshly-baked pies, pastries, and homemade breads. We offer a rustic bar with spirits, fine wines and beers. Special dietary needs easily accommodated. |
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| BUSINESS/MEETINGS |
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| Late May or September. Large central lodge with dining room, meeting room (capacity 50), lounge, and recreation room. Call for details. |
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| MEMBERSHIPS |
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| Proud members of the Dude Ranchers Association, Colorado Dude and Guest Ranch Association, and the Colorado Outfitters Association. |
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| REGION/CUSTOMS |
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| We take 36 guests per week. Please call for availability. Adults-only May 24-June 6. Cowgirl Camp August 23-29. September is adults only with cattle gathering and specialty riding weeks. |
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| HISTORY/HOSTS |
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| WTR was built from timbers harvested and milled on the ranch and opened July 1st, 1950. Gene & Jan Roberts bought the ranch in 1970. We are now in our second generation of ranch management and look forward to welcoming you to our ranch family. |
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| ITINERARY |
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| Horseback riding morning and afternoon daily- all day rides. We also offer daily trips- scenic drives, fly fishing, rafting, Mesa Verde National Park, pool and hot tub, hiking/trekking, sailing and water skiing. Nightly activities include hayrides, dance lessons, campfire sing-a-longs, and western dances. |
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