This is an extremely wholesome and charming Western dude ranch located in the Red Feather Lakes area of Colorado. The owners are extremely personable and hands-on. What is also very interesting about this ranch is it is open most of the year, which many of the ranches do not do; they shut down after September (often, and adults-only week). Not Sundance Trail, they have wonderful B&B rates in the winter where meals and limited riding is available.
The focus is on the wee ones having the time of their life, and the other generations celebrating in this time, so there is something for everyone. The kids program has kids only horseback riding in the arena or small group trail rides, gathering eggs from the hen house, playing with the ever-present kittens and goats, group hikes and rock climbing, fishing, picnics and campfire sing-alongs, outdoor games and treasure hunts, movies and crafts and so much more. Also note that babysitting can be arranged for a reasonable hourly rate.
There is an onsite hot tub, foosball, horseshoes and pool. The professionally decorated dude ranch suites have private baths, private outdoor entrances and decks and daily maid service. All suites include AM-FM radios, refrigerators and individual coffee service. This is a BYOB ranch, but there is a liquor store on the property for soda, beer, wine and spirits.
