Guests on horseback lined up in front of the ranch's red and brown barn.Photo: Colorado Trails Ranch
Family ranch

Durango, Colorado

Colorado Trails Ranch

San Juan Mountains ranch near Durango with rides, fly fishing, shooting and a heated pool.

Recreation-focused stay

Season
Jun – Aug
Ages
Kids' program 5+
Elevation
About 7,800 feet

What you'll do

  • Trail rides, rafting and fly fishing
  • Shooting sports, a pool and hot tub
  • A children's program, with paid babysitting for kids under 5

When to go

  • All-inclusive weeks May 31 to August 15, 2026
  • An adults-only week September 6 to 12
  • Off-season packages to late October, and cabin-only rentals October to May

Who it's for

  • Families with kids 5 and up
  • Adults on the September adults-only week

Good to know

  • No cattle work
  • No alcohol is sold, but you can bring your own
  • Some weeks allow 3-night stays starting Sunday
  • Riders are limited to 230 lb, adjusted for height and riding ability
  • Family programs
  • Fly fishing
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Sport shooting
  • Trail riding
Colorado Trails Ranch brand: A C and a T lying on its side, under a long bar

Ride for the brand. No branding required.

Brand
Bar C Lazy T