My husband and I searched tons of dude ranches looking for the perfect summer get-a-way from the…read moreTexas heat and settled on C Lazy U. We were NOT disappointed! Lodging: we chose the Aspen cabin since it was just the two of us. I loved everything about it, other then the number of stairs to and from the main ranch: the decor, very comfy bed (although we were pretty tired after all of our daily activities!), having my very own fireplace, and the view! Food: Waaay above my expectations. Honestly, I was blown away with the cuisine - both the taste and the amount of choices per meal. Chef Cory was very personable and came to the table daily asking for feedback. He also had an awesome mustache face mask to respect social distancing while he was walking table to table. Horses: I mean why else do you think I chose this place?!? Amy and Tammy choose a horse for you based on your skill and comfort level with horses and if you are happy with your horse, you get to keep that horse all week. The herd is over 200 horses so there is definitely one to fit your experience level. My horse was Gypsy and she was a dream! She was super responsive and loved to lope the trails. People: Wranglers: they get in early and jingle the horses to the barn every morning around 6:15...definitely worth getting up to see! They are all very experienced riders and not only guide you on your trail rides, but will help hone your skills and answer questions about horses, the property, etc along the way. Everyone was awesome, but a special shout out to Abby and Halsey for taking us on an all day ride, and fixing my saddle bag for me when it fell off. Walker, Maggie, and Haylei were awesome and made every trail a blast. I feel like I am a way better rider now because of all of them. Servers: The servers are all very nice and ensure you are enjoying every meal. This year, due to COVID, we ate meals outside by the pool, and the servers did a great job of getting food out to you quickly and making sure you had everything you need. Grace was such a sweetheart and we saw her at almost every meal. Thanks for being the best wine pourer we could have asked for. Ranch hands: there are quite a few ranch hands on the property doing all of the odds and ends jobs, including guiding activities. Cooper was very helpful in coaching us through archery, BB guns, skeet shooting, and he managed to not laugh at our epic failure throwing hatchets. They also do a night of branding so bring your leather belts and boots for them to put a C Lazy U brand on. Management: great management team here. Dave, the GM, walked around during meals asking for feedback. Paul and Scott, two of the assistant GM's, made cowboy coffee over a campfire in the mornings and went above and beyond to make sure you were having fun. Paul also MC'ed the Shodeo, which was an absolute blast. Activities: The river that runs through the property and the pond by the main building were both great for fishing. The spa was excellent and the tent I was in had a glass floor to look down and see the river during the massage. Kids - although we don't have kids, the ability to have a group of trusted counselors take care of the little ones while the adults had fun was very impressive! All in all, highly recommend this ranch to anyone ready to have a good time. The ranch was beautiful and the people were friendly. We will definitely be coming back!

We are extremely disappointed by the handling of our 2026 reservation cancellation. Our family…read morespent well over $100,000 at your ranch last year and had every intention of continuing to make C Lazy U Ranch part of our family traditions for years to come. We provided more than 60 days notice for this cancellation due to a serious illness in our family, yet you are unwilling to refund our deposit. Given the circumstances and our long-term loyalty as guests, this feels like a complete lack of compassion and customer care. This experience has permanently changed our perception of your ranch and unfortunately has cost you repeat customers and future referrals.

Great place. Quiet and serene. Wonderful hosts and an amazing property. Our horses, dogs and kids…read morehad a great time. The adults had a great time too. If you are looking for a true getaway this is the place. I can't say enough good things about this ranch. The most unique experience ever!

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Spectacular. That's the first word that comes to mind when recounting our weekend stay at Brush…read moreCreek Ranch in Saratoga, Wyoming. Brush Creek Ranch (BCR) is an all-inclusive luxury ranch where elite accommodations, world-class cuisine, & activities abound. We drove to BCR from Denver and it took us about 4 hours to get there. If flying, the ranch is one hour from the Laramie Regional Airport or 3.5 - 4 hours from Denver International Airport (dependent on weather). Upon arrival on ranch property, we were escorted by a staff member to The Lodge. The staff at Brush Creek Ranch were exceptional in every way. Each one was committed to delivering a first-class experience and were eager to serve. Kayla was manning the concierge desk upon our arrival and seamlessly handled our check-in. Following check-in, we walked into The Lodge's great room and were immersed in a grandiose western homestead. From the antler chandeliers, massive exposed log beams to the impressive fireplace, we immediately had that vacation feeling of arriving somewhere special. Eddie unloaded our luggage from the car and put our bags in our room. We stayed in the Lupine room - a King Guest Room in The Lodge. The Lupine room was rustically-elegant, furnished with a king bed and located on the first floor of the lodge. The premium bedding was everything - the down pillows & comforter had us sleeping like babies every night. The room offered views of Wyoming's hills & the main lodge lawn area. The room had a Keurig and a full selection of Caribou coffee, hot chocolate & water. There were three gourmet dining experiences onsite at the ranch and let me tell you, this is some of the best food I have ever had. Each meal was sensational; I cannot say enough good things. During our stay we dined at Pioneer Kitchen, Trailhead Lodge, & the Cheyenne Club. For activities we went snowmobiling. All dining & activity reservations were made directly through & hosted by Brush Creek Ranch. Amenities at BCR included the Cattle Baron Library, fitness center, spa, saloon, great room, riding arena, & mountaintop decks. The Cattle Baron Library was a lounge with a stone fireplace, board games & television (1 of 3 onsite). This was a relaxing space to wind down before bed. The saloon encompassed everything you'd expect from a western saloon of the old American West. We walked through the doors and were met with a fully-stocked bar, a pool table, shuffleboard & more. We ate dinner at Pioneer Kitchen our first night at Brush Creek Ranch. Pioneer Kitchen is the resort's newest dining venue with an upscale-casual ambiance & wellness-forward menu. We arrived at Pioneer Kitchen and were seated in the main dining room. The aesthetic of the restaurant was airy and fresh with cream dining chairs, round chandeliers, & red backlit bar. General Manager, Cory and server Emma took great care of us during our meal. For Classic Cocktails I had the Sidecar. Ross had the Sage Advice which was a non-alcoholic mocktail. For Appetizers we had the Smoked Trout Dip and the Classic Caesar Salad. The Smoked Trout Dip was made with pickled onion, truffle and a side of potato chips. The dip was thick and creamy in texture with generous pieces of trout throughout. The smoked trout paired well with the cream cheese, fresh herbs, & salty chips. The Classic Caesar Salad was made with garlic croutons, grana Padano, and white anchovy. This Caesar salad was characterized by cold crisp greens, the nutty profile of the Padano cheese and briny vinegar of the white anchovy fillets. For Mains we had the Wagyu New York Strip and the Cedar Planked Ora King Salmon. The Wagyu New York Strip was served with lobster butter and crispy fingerlings. The Farm at Brush Creek raises American Wagyu; a rare breed of cattle that produces exceptional beef and reflects BCR's goals of sustainability. This was a phenomenal main all around. The Wagyu New York Strip was cooked to medium perfection. The meat was lean and high in protein. The strip had a natural, chewy texture and beefy flavor. The lobster butter was decadent and sexily melted into the wagyu making each bite so juicy. The crispy fingerling potatoes were the best fingerling potatoes I've ever had. Their thin skins were crisp and salted & gave way to a soft, fluffy potato interior. The Cedar Planked Ora King Salmon was served with wild rice and charred broccolini. The salmon had a light & creamy mouthfeel with an inherent sweet oil profile. For dessert we had the BCR Double Chocolate Brownie served with vanilla ice cream & topped with salted caramel sauce. The brownie came to the table piping hot in a skillet. The rich chocolate, buttery caramel and touch of vanilla made for heavenly bites. For a dessert cocktail I had the Brandy Alexander. The Brandy Alexander was made with Cognac, Creme de Cacao, Cream & Cinnamon. This retro brandy cocktail was indulgent yet easy to drink - chocolatey, creamy, & smooth.

Best Food at a Ranch Vacation. And the service was amazing. We had steak and pasta. Lunches had…read morea lot of variety. Highly recommend.

Great stay at the WorldMark! I love the views from the balcony, and lots of fun activity…read moreopportunities on the property. There's a movie room that you can reserve with big reclining chairs and a popcorn maker. Great pool and hot tub, and a great walking trail along the golf course next to the property.

I joined family in the granby worldmark for Easter weekend. I was extremely disappointed and…read moredisgusted by how extremely dirty the Casita we stayed in was. Dirty sheets, covered in hair, crumbs, blood and bodily fluids. Bathrooms were also dirty, urine stained floors, dirty showers. Dishes in the kitchen were also dirty.

Last year as a family we decided to skip the whole Christmas shebang and plan a dream family…read morevacation. Wow! I am so glad we did! It was the best decision ever! We all collectively arrived on Sunday and were greeted by the kindest, warmest staff, the most spectacular setting in a beautiful valley surrounded by the vast Rocky Mountains. This is truly an authentic old school dude ranch. Beautiful and quaint little log cabins scattered throughout the property to offer just enough privacy yet at the same time you felt like part of a small intimate village that left the rest of the world behind in the best way. Dinners are all served family style in the main dining hall, there are multiple community gathering areas to chat, watch the children play and run, watch the wranglers get the horses ready for the day and rest and relax before the next activity. The days start early with a full cooked to order breakfast then off to a trail ride (the wranglers tell some fantastic stories as well), fishing, white water rafting, hiking or even mountain biking. You are paired with your horse for the week and the staff goes to great lengths to make sure you are paired with the right horse. They have horses for EVERY skill level. (Beware -you WILL form a bond over horsey treats, nuzzles and head rubs and it will be really REALLY hard to say goodbye) There is entertainment in the evenings like campfires, music and a super fun variety show. The kids will also put on a really fun rodeo. There will be early morning breakfast rides, dinner rides and your heart will find a new love for the great outdoors, newfound friends who will now feel like family and the Fosha's and their incredible and dedicated staff -many of which have returned every summer for years (when asking one wrangler about her experience working at the ranch-she got tears in her eyes and expressed her love and sentiment for the Fosha's becoming a second family and how the ranch felt like home). The experience will leave you longing to return and (intelligently) booking your trip for the following year.

Last August, my family (2 grandparents, 1 daughter, 1 son-in-law, 2 grandsons, 1 granddaughter, and…read more1 more daughter - 8 in all) took the trip of a lifetime. We had planned it 2 years earlier, got thru the covid year and were able to go this year. A truly authentic dude ranch, surrounded by spectacular mountains, dotted with rustic private cabins barns, horse rings and trails, a pool, fishing pond, volley ball (kids loved!) There were programs for everyone, including my 2 year old grandson (riding and daycamp) and my daughter, the experience rider (English). Two trail rides un in the mountains were available daily. There were evening programs: sing-a-longs and wrangler talent night, etc.) The food was great, whether in the mess hall or outside at the chuck wagon. It was basic, plentiful and hearty. The staff, from the "wranglers" to the cooks, to the people who maintainer everything, were welcoming, and very good at what they do. The owners especially are very friendly, mixing in with everyone. We thought it was not expensive for what we received and heard there were other places that were much more glamorous and not as family friendly. I hope were get to go again, and we highly recommend it!

Our family did the 2-hour snowmobile tour, and it was such an amazing and fun experience. The views…read morewere absolutely breathtaking. Our tour guide Joe, aka Minnesota, was very professional, accommodating, and great with the kids. If you're visiting Steamboat Springs, I would definitely recommend this activity. It was the highlight of our trip.

My bridesmaids and I had the BEST time on our 1-hour ride with McCartney. It was the highlight of…read moreour trip to Steamboat. We had a range of beginners to more experienced riders, and it was a blast for everyone. The weather, ranch, and the horses were perfect, and McCartney was a wonderful guide. She was so reassuring with one of our nervous riders, told us stories about the horse's personalities, and gave us recommendations for her favorite spots in town. She truly made the experience. We were the only group at the ranch, which made for a very personal feel. The ranch provided beverages for us after the ride to top it all off. Our entire group agreed that we would come back and ride with Saddleback Ranch again in a heartbeat. I don't think there's a better use of your money or time while you're in Steamboat!

Spent two nights in the camping cabin with our young family, absolutely loved it!! You need to find…read moreyour own fun but if you are happy to take it easy and enjoy the surroundings it's a wonderful place!

Some friends and I were in the area looking for a place to access the national forest for hunting…read more We saw this place and decided to stop in and ask. We pulled up to a lady(assumed she was the owner). And before we could get the word "hello" out of our mouths, she cut us off and accused us of poaching and said we would be trespassing. And went on saying she would prosecute if we tried. She went on for a couple of minutes literally yelling at us. And we never stepped foot out of the truck. All she had to say was no politely. We were not there looking to break any law. Her customer service was terrible. She was very rude. She lost any future potential business from me, my friends, and any friends and family of ours

We hosted a family reunion here for 14 people (10 adults and 4 kids) and had a wonderful time. The…read morefacilities were awesome and the location was even better. The owners were very accommodating and friendly, making our stay so special. The cabins were clean and well-equipped. We hope to come back someday soon!

I think the ride out to the ranch from Steamboat Springs was actually longer one way then our…read moreentire time spent in the sleigh. We reserved a private sleigh ride recently and were a little disappointed with the length of our ride. Granted, all aspects of our trip out to the ranch were a very unique experience... but by the end of the night my fiancé and I had wished we had just gone on the sleigh with the entire rest of the group of people since there was hardly anything romantic about having 15 people trailing behind us and to eat dinner in a tepee with. If the ride had been completely private it could have potentially been worth the price, but I'm not sure. The staff is all very friendly and are great people, but in the end I felt like this was another one of those things you do on a vacation just to say you did it and not really for the memories.

We had a great experience! Jim was super inviting. It was nice to get a break from the city and get…read more'off the grid' even if only for a few days. We played board games in the main lodge and rode horses on the property. I would give more than 5 stars if I could because I was so impressed with how clean the entire cabin was. I expected cob webs or something somewhere but it was spotless. It was also nice to have everything including a full kitchen and gas grill available for our use. There was even candy and microwave popcorn waiting for us in the cabin. We hope to return someday.

What a great place! Jim made us feel at home and we can't wait to go back. Wonderful biscuits and…read moregravy for breakfast!!! Thanks Jim

Jerry and Eric are excellent guides. They Care for safety, and are easy to talk with! The horses…read moreare gentle and easy to work with. Frank the horse loves to eat grass and Midnight was steadfast! We had kids in our group and Eric and Jerry made sure they were comfortable and having fun. The views were spectacular, also.

We were a group of 6 and had an absolutely amazing time and experience with Sombrero Ranches. One…read moreof the younger girls was extremely nervous and upset however they were wonderful with her and she did have a nice time. Our guide Eric was great, he even stopped and took our photos. Beautiful views. Great experience. The bonus only $35. For an hour when everyone else was starting at $60/hr.