Google is mistaken, this outfitting company is DEFINITELY open for business! I took my family…read morehorseback riding this week and Tracy, the owner and our guide couldn't have given us a more perfect, authentic Colorado experience. He was very personable, the horses were so sweet and well behaved and we had the best time. Highly highly recommend!!

Best experience ever!!! Nic and Susan were so wonderful. They treat the horses like family and it's…read morereally nice to see. Susan's hunting dog Shadow came along for the ride and was the sweetest dog and my new best friend. We even received a kiss from Nic's horse Pale Girl. The views were magical and Nic's knowledge was unmatched. Gail at the call center was also lovely and so helpful. We can't wait to come back!

We had an excellent private tour around the Roaring Fork Valley, guided by Matt who was super…read morefriendly and shared a lot of the history around the area. The horses are so happy and well taken care of and the scenery just stunning. The whole operation was top notch, and this is definitely a highlight of our Aspen trip. Highly recommend!

Don't hesitate. My daughter and I did the private two hour ride with Tadpole and it was truly epic…read more The perfect amount of time for a city slicker in the saddle. The ride and views are truly inspiring. The process was easy and mellow. Trail and horses super approachable, even for beginners. Tadpole gave a great history of the Roaring Fork Valley and the ride was well above what we expected. You will not regret.

This was the best experience for a girls trip!! Our guides Sam and Grayson were so helpful,…read moreeducational and funny!! This excursion is for any skill level. There's a nice halfway point for beautiful scenic views and they served hot drinks - hot chocolate, hot apple cider and tea. There is a restroom at the lodge and at the halfway point. Highly recommend for a group trip! The full activity was about 2-2.5 hours.

Did the snowmobiling tour at T-Lazy-7 Ranch for my birthday and it was a blast. Huge shoutout to…read moreour guides, Sadrian and Ford -- they were great and made the whole experience a great time. Incredible scenery. Hot chocolate and lunch stops during the ride. Highly recommend.

Awesome two hour ride!! Horses were great. We had a dinner cooked by Brian at the end of the ride,…read moreit was awesome as well!! Amazing experience

Snowmobiling is a must here! Took the family here and we had an amazing time with the most…read moreincredible views I've ever seen and our tour guides (Caleb and Taylor) completely made the experience come alive with stops along the way to share historical facts about the town and explain the sights. I would highly recommend requesting them as your guides, if possible! So worth the money!! P.s. the hot chocolate at the top of the trail is a nice perk too!

So your plans to hike the West Maroon pass from Crested Butte to Aspen are dashed because of…read moremassive snow? No worries take this amazing hike up to Blue Lake. Roughly 10 miles total (back and forth) and about 2100 feet of ascent. You will be treated to wildflowers, stunning mountain views, amazing waterfalls, beautiful streams. The last bit of road is a tad tough but not too bad. https://www.hikingproject.com/trail/7005030/oh-be-joyful-835

Beautiful setting, awesome owner, great staff/instructors and well suited horses! While on vacation…read moreour 10 year old son took one private lesson and liked it so much that he decided to do three days of camp. Would have done more but our vacation ended. We are definitely coming back!!!

From the owner: Kathy Weiss' Crystal Springs Ranch & Saddlery has been serving Aspen, CO area horses, owners and…read morestudents for the past 38 years. We provide a safe and friendly atmosphere for Horses and Riders in the Boarding options, Year Round English Riding School and annual Kids Summer Riding Camp. We own our school horses and ponies. The beautifully maintained 380 acre ranch includes: Indoor & Outdoor Arenas, 23 box stalls, 22 paddocks, and grass pastures of various sizes. The Ranch has Post and rail fencing, Large irrigated grass pastures, Individual paddocks, and Miles of private mountain trails. The ranch manager lives on-sight. The 100'X200' Indoor Arena is insulated, sunlight filled, and lit. Both Indoor & Outdoor (150'X300") arenas have dust free, excellent footing.

I was with a friend that was at cedar ridge ranch, and I do not recommend this farm to anyone that…read morecares about horses and other animal's. While I was there I saw a horse pen with 6 horses in it, with only one small shelter from the snow and cold, yet, none of the horses had winter coat's on. They were standing in muddy ice and also there was a little white goat in the same pen. It seemed odd and dangerous to all of us. There was a lot of trash and junk around the entire horse barn, there was also two little ponies standing on ice with only a small tarp above them for shelter. this place does not look like the pictures I saw on the their website and the animals look destressed

This was one of the most beautiful places I've stayed. I've been on a 3 month road trip. This was…read morethe best experience I had overall! It's stunning first of all. It's quiet, you almost feel as though this amazing property is for you and the amazing animals they have on the farm. The sunsets are second to none. The service was excellent. On my way there I hit an awful snow storm. Pam, my main contact for Cedar Ridge Ranch, allowed me to push the reservation a week with no extra charge. I will definitely be back!

You don't always need to stare death in the face to have a good time on the river. Sometimes, it's…read moreenough to get your whole crew -- including a skeptical five-year-old -- onto a raft, into a life jacket, and pointed downstream with someone who knows what the hell they're doing. Enter Adventure Outdoors. And more specifically, Willey -- river guide, amateur comedian, part-time philosopher, and full-time raft whisperer. We had a raft to ourselves, which is clutch when you're trying to make memories without having to small-talk with strangers who brought the wrong footwear. From the jump, Willey had the vibe dialed in -- calm, confident, funny without trying too hard. He read the room (er, raft?) like a pro: a little river trivia for the adults, some goofy banter for the kids, and enough calm assurance to win over our five-year-old, who wasn't exactly stoked at the put-in. But by the second bend in the river? She was grinning. Splashing. Living. The float itself? Smooth, scenic, just the right amount of thrill to make it feel like an adventure without triggering anyone's survival instincts. You glide through red rock canyons, wave at passing trains, and realize -- this is Colorado doing what Colorado does best. No stress. No drama. Just a perfectly executed family float with a guide who knew how to make it sing. If you're looking for a full-send whitewater experience, maybe save this for your off-day. But if you want something everyone from grandma to the grumpy preschooler can enjoy, this is the trip. And if you're lucky enough to get Willey? You're in for a good time. The man knows his river.

We had the most magical day rafting with Glenwood Springs Adventure company…read more We chose the roaring fork river option for the day. We had little ones that were rafting for the first time and this was absolutely the perfect speed. Becca was our guide and she was absolutely adorable and kept us all safe, laughing and educated. The views, smells and sounds were heavenly. The trip was over two hours. We stopped to swim at one area and then we went to a little beach. The kids could play and explore and we had lemonade. If you're looking for a very chill and no scary rapids you will love this experience. We all had a wonderful time and memories that will last forever!

This was our second favorite stay at the Red Barn Guest Ranch in New Castle Colorado. Just like our…read morefirst visit, we again experienced a beautiful stay surrounded by beauty and the tranquility that we needed. Our accommodation in the "Bridal Suite" was immaculate and so comfortable. Our hosts, Luis and Kristine, surprised us with a fresh organic breakfast every morning, along with piping hot coffee and tea. We relaxed and enjoyed walking the property and seeing the beautiful horses in their pasture. One morning wild turkeys ran past our door and I managed to get some great photos. The fall is stunning for great sunsets and aspen-glow. We will be back !

NEW OWNERSHIP We had originally reserved 4 nights at the Rio…read moreGrande B&B in Glenwood Springs, a place we stayed at for a weekend last December and just loved. Unfortunately, due to the nearby fires there was heavy smoke everywhere. The owners realized it would be unbearable to stay there and offered us a bridal suite at their recently purchased ranch which is 15 minutes away. After a few rural roads we came upon their place... OMG what a ranch! It was how one would imagine a ranch to be... white fenced sections, horses, wildlife, stables, lots of well-kept acreage with many large shady trees also many apple trees. A beautiful huge main house to one side, the bridal suite across the driveway very privately surrounded by beautiful lawns and trees with lots of shade. One of the family members took us on a tour around the 21 acres and as the ranch name suggests, they have a huge red barn along with stables, corrals, ponds, more B&B suites, just amazing! It had a perfect reception hall that opens to a vast lawn, this with a complete bar, bandstand; this is a perfect place for a wedding. The entire place was super clean and well kept. Our mornings were very relaxing... peacefully quiet but for the soothing soft breeze through the trees. Breakfast on our private patio was a treat and did I mention the delicious coffee? Luis and Kristine along with their wonderful family were so welcoming and are the warmest of hosts, one and all. We really enjoyed their company. This ranch is a perfect place for a wedding, family reunion, retreat or whatever! We look forward to coming back very soon. We loved it and you will too!