Smith Fork Ranch

Recognized by The Robb Report as one of the 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth and described by Travel + Leisure as 'As good as it gets', Smith Fork Ranch offers an exceptional and unmatched level of privacy, personalization and immersion.

Located just 2.5 hours from Aspen and Telluride in the heart of western Colorado, the ranch is a private, buyout-only retreat designed to feel like your own luxury ranch.

The vision behind Smith Fork Ranch was to create one of the most unique and meaningful hospitality experiences in the world and, as a private, bespoke, all-inclusive property, they welcome only one group at a time.

Each stay is fully customized around guest preferences in cuisine, activities and entertainment, creating the rare feeling of hosting a group on a private luxury ranch.

From the moment you arrive, the entire property and dedicated staff are exclusively yours.

Set within a private inholding and surrounded by over one million acres of National Forest, the ranch offers complete seclusion in a breathtaking Rocky Mountain river valley.

This historic guest ranch blends rugged natural beauty with refined comfort, making it an ideal retreat for families, leisure travelers, and corporate groups seeking both privacy and connection.

The property features a collection of carefully appointed historic log homes and lodges, thoughtfully refreshed in 2025 by an AD100 design team to honor their heritage, while offering luxurious modern comforts. A full ranch buyout includes up to six accommodation buildings, totaling 17 bedrooms and accommodating up to 30 guests.

Each day unfolds as a curated adventure in the wilderness, followed by a return to exceptional cuisine, warm hospitality and restorative accommodations.

As an exclusive use, private, buyout only property, Smith Fork Ranch allows every detail of the experience to be tailored.

Located in Colorado’s renowned 'banana belt', the ranch benefits from nutrient-rich soil and an extended growing season. The culinary team sources ingredients from regenerative local farmers, nearby ranchers and the ranch’s own garden, creating a true farm-to-table dining experience. Menus are thoughtfully designed in collaboration with each group to reflect individual preferences, dietary needs and always the best of the season.

Smith Fork Ranch also welcomes guests of all ages. Younger guests are invited to experience the ranch through their dedicated kids club with age-appropriate activities and crafts designed around their interests.

With a herd of over 20 horses, the ranch also offers a personalized riding experience, thoughtfully matching each guest with a horse based on personality and riding ability.