Ranches with a Winter Season

Embrace the spirit of the season with a trip to a winter dude ranch in the Rocky Mountains. Though downhill skiing and snowboarding are the primary winter activities, a dude ranch offers a relaxing escape. Winter ranches offer an array of activities such as; winter horseback riding, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, skating, sledding and horse drawn sleighs. Some ranches offer services such as, cooking classes and photography workshops. Many of the ranches have outdoor hot tubs where you can watch falling snowflakes while soaking in bubbles. Though these accommodations are typically rustic, you can still indulge in spa and massage services. So if you are looking for a relaxing escape or want to engage in some old-fashioned winter activities book your stay at any of these enticing winter ranches.

Colorado

C Lazy U - Located in Granby, Colorado C Lazy U Ranch offers dramatic mountain scenery and a breath of fresh air. You can opt to have guides and receive professional instruction in array of activities. If you decide to partake in skiing and snowboard activities Take advantage of their free shuttle service to Winter Park Ski Resort Sol Vista Ski Resort which are perfect choice for the novice and intermediate skiers.C Lazy U Ranch 3640 Colorado Hwy 125, P.O. Box 379, Granby, Colorado, 80446 Phone: 970-887-3344 https://www.clazyu.com

The Home Ranch - This winter getaway is located near Steamboat Springs, Colorado. At the Home Ranch guests can choose to stay in cozy cabins, where each cabin has its own front porch and a hot tub. Or sprawl out in the main lodge, which has a spa hot tub and sauna. In addition to all the other activities you can go tubing or even ice-fishing at nearby lakes.54880 Routt County Rd 129 Clark, Colorado 80428 Phone: 970-879-1780
Email: info@homeranch.com http://homeranch.com/

Vista Verde Guest Ranch- This luxury dude ranch is located near Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Vista Verde Guest Ranch provides a secluded setting surrounded by the National Forest. Their off- ranch adventures include dog-sledding, ice climbing and powder cat skiing. Vista Verde Guest Ranch, Inc. P.O. Box 770465Steamboat Springs, Colorado80477 (800)526-RIDE Email: reservations@vistaverde.com http://www.vistaverde.com/

Latigo Ranch - This dude ranch is located in the heart of the mountains approximately 130 miles west of Denver, Colorado. It offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Continental divide from the front porch. Apart from the captivating scenery, you can embrace the sound of nature with the winter activities, warm hospitality, and fabulous cuisine. No need to bring any winter sport equipment everything is available at the Latigo Ranch. P. O. Box 237Kremmling, CO 80459, USA Tel. 800-227-9655 e-mail : info@latigotrails.com http://www.latigotrails.com/

Montana

Triple Creek Ranch - This luxury winter ranch is located high in the Bitterroot Mountain Range of the Montana Rockies. This ranch offers a hideaway with a refined setting. This romantic escape received the Condé Nast Johansens' Most Excellent Ranch Award and the Wine Spectator Award of excellence. Triple Creek Ranch 5551 West Fork Road, Darby, Montana59829 Tel. 406-821-4600 Email:Info@TripleCreekRanch.com http://www.triplecreekranch.com/

The Resort at Paws Up - This Montana winter dude ranch offers fabulous romantic winter retreats in the Rockies. Experience an array of adventures from dog sledding to ice skating and snowmobiling. They also have the tradition favorites such as skiing, sledding, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. 40060 Paws Up RoadGreenough, Montana59823 Phone: 406-244-5200 Toll Free: 866-894-7969 http://www.pawsup.com/resort/index.php

BearToothRiver Ranch - In located at the foot of the BeartoothMountains along the Clarks Fork of the YellowstoneRiver. This ranch has been in the family for three generations. Guests can explore this majestic landscape on horseback or encounter an array of wildlife. This dude ranch has a family flair, with barbeques, and participation in wrangling activities. It is an experience for the whole family. BearToothRiver Ranch 77 Robertson Draw Road, Belfry, Montana59008 Phone: 406-664-3181 E-mail:info@beartoothriverranch.com http://www.beartoothriverranch.com/

320 Ranch -This guest ranch is located just north of YellowstonePark and south of Big Sky Ski Resort. It offers everything from romantic escapes to family vacations and even weddings. Recuperate from the stress of everyday life by Snowshoeing, or going on a Snow coach tours of YellowstonePark. 320 Ranch even offers a Day at the Spa and Big game hunting. 250 Buffalo Horn Creek, Gallatin Gateway, MT 597730 Phone: 800-243-0320 info@320ranch.com http://www.320ranch.com/