Black Bear Manor is the best place I have ever stayed. The room (Room 6) is their best room, and…read morehas a jacuzzi and steam shower, which I utilized multiple times. Also, home cooked meals every morning, and they will actually sit down with you and talk to you (if you want, of course) When you come to Ouray, you have two great options for Lodging: 1) Black Bear Manor 2) Black Bear Manor in a fancy accent.

Lovely quiet location with friendly staff!…read more We stayed in room #10 for 3 nights. Elizabeth and Conner greeted us when we arrived. They were helpful with information about the manor. No formal check in, the key was in the door of your room for entry. They were outstanding for our entire stay. Breakfast each day was delicious, Elizabeth's stuffed French toast was the best. They asked each day if we had any food limitations which was nice to add or delete ingredients for a breakfast made to order. The last day friendly Laura was the chef for breakfast and did a fabulous job. At 5:00pm they had a happy hour with beer, wine and delicious cookies. We met other couples and visited in the reception area daily each with adventures of the day in Ouray. The location is beautiful and quiet with a short walk to the main street of the town. Parking is perfect right in front of the manor. The outdoor hot tub was the best after daytime hiking. Towels and robes were provided in a basket in the reception area. The hot tub had 7 powerful jets on your back and feet and it was never busy. Room 10 on the second floor at the end of the hallway was spacious with high ceilings and a jetted bathtub. It was nice to have 2 entry doors, one from inside the manor and a 2nd door to enter from the outside to the outdoor hot tub. This was our 1st stay at a B&B in the USA and it was a wonderful experience. The staff at Black Bear Manor made you feel welcomed and at home. Thank you Elizabeth, Conner and Laura!

The Restaurant is Beyond Expectations!…read more Chef Paolo sources only the finest and freshest ingredients. He has developed his artistry from Europe to LA, a very accomplished chef. You will enjoy the freshly updated menu, and it will never disappoint, in house made pasta, fresh fish, and a great wine selection. Bon Appetite!

I stopped by St. Elmo on a Thursday night, and the vibe was relaxed and easy, the kind of place…read moreyou're instantly glad you chose. There's a noticeable sense of renewal here with new hotel management and a new chef, and it shows in the overall experience. The food was delicious and well executed. I ordered the gnocchi and the burger, and both were done really well, comforting, flavorful, and satisfying without feeling heavy. You can tell the kitchen is thoughtful and intentional, and it feels like things are moving in a really positive direction. St. Elmo carries a lot of local history, but it also feels refreshed. The cozy atmosphere paired with solid, well-prepared food makes it an easy place to come back to, whether you're a local or just passing through Ouray. A great choice for a low-key night that still delivers.

We just returned from an outstanding multi-generational, vacation at The Majestic Dude Ranch in…read moreColorado. Every member of the family from the oldest (83) to the youngest (4) had a wonderful time. It was a a five star experience, and we all want to go back!

In 1989 my wife and I took our kids there. We had the BEST time. I just drove by there. It was the…read moreLake Mancos Dude Ranch at that time. I understand a young ranch hand bought it from the original owner. He has made it better! I'm sure anyone would have a great time there.

Called to reserve a sleigh ride for my wife and myself. The lady was very nice and got us in the…read moresame day. We arrived and were greeted promptly. Sean, his wife, and their crew were outstanding. They are very nice and accommodating. Roy was our driver. He was very nice and so funny! We had a great time and highly recommend going there!

We had a great experience overall! Our guides were very nice and laid back. The trail we did was…read moregorgeous. The only thing I would change is it would have been nice to get a little more instruction before we hit the trail, what to expect, do's and don'ts etc. If you're a complete newbie, I would recommend asking a lot questions before you hit the trail. We would definitely do it again.

What a fantastic experience!, a timely departure and a full 2 hour trail ride left us tired and…read moresatisfied. Just the right amount of time for people who are not that familiar with the saddle. The staff is fantastic, very patient and informative. They went over every detail about how to "drive " the horse. Nice facility with horses that seem happy and well taken care of. I highly recommend the Rapp Coral when in the Durango area

This is a great place! You can tell they love there horses. Best behaved horses. Went on a…read morebeautiful 2 hour ride with my 8 year old. We loved our horses! And will be back!

This was my first time on a horse and they made it a blast! We had such a great time and absolutely…read morerecommend it! We will be back!

Amazing experience with Jen! She was so knowledgeable and accommodating! We were novice riders and…read morefelt very comfortable on her gentle horses. Would def recommend to anyone heading that way!

Everything! Hospitality, personal attention to detail, safety, & fun. Patience & instructional…read moreexplanations.

5 stars for Mesa Verde Stables and Emily our trail guide. Had an absolutely Amazing time. Our ride…read morewas for 1 1/2 hours, which was perfect, even with a few little rain drops. Definitely the best we have found in the area, you will not be disappointed..

My wife and I booked the 2-hour Maverick tour on Baker Ranch for a September weekday morning. The…read morebooking process was smooth and easy. The drive to the ranch was beautiful. Drew and Jase welcomed us warmly when we arrived. Our mounts were saddled and ready to go. We're riding novices in our 70's, and Zimmer and Dune suited us perfectly for the relaxed, easy trip we wanted. We hadn't paid for a private tour, but it was just the two of us that Drew escorted along the ranch's scenic trails, no one else in sight the entire way. The views of mountains and wide open plains were spectacular as we rode through stands of oak and aspen and across meadows, chatting companionably with Drew, who was charming. An experience so delightful, we've already booked a repeat ride for next week.

I loved our cowboy, Drew. The ride outside of Telluride was stunning I can't wait to go again.read more

This was a once in a lifetime kind of ride. The terrain for the two hour trip is magical winding…read morethrough mountain fields, wooded passes, panoramic vistas and overlooks on top of a 1000 ft gorge, with the locomotive steam train passing below in the distance. Dean is the perfect cowboy guide! And all of the horses were incredibly well trained, friendly and easy to ride. A "Must Do" for anyone who wants a truly magical ride!

From the owner: We boast this horseback ride as one of the best in Colorado, if not the U.S.A. Located just 15…read moreminutes south of Silverton, Colorado, between Molas Lake and Molas Pass Overlook, our two hour ride will take you past breathtaking scenery, deep into the San Juan Mountains. On clear days, you can see more than 20 Rocky Mountain peaks from our 10,700 foot elevation. During the ride you will pass a 60 foot waterfall, and ride through the Weminuche Wilderness on your way to an overlook of the Grenadier Mountain Range. We trailer our horses to our permitted staging area each day to help preserve this pristine landscape. You will not be disappointed on this ride - truly one of Durango's greatest open space adventures! Start Times at 10:00am & 12:30pm

Had a great time on the ride. Horses were great and our guide Brian was super friendly and…read moreeasygoing. Beautiful views

We had a wonderful experience doing a 2-hour trail ride. The landscape is stunning, the horses are…read morewell taken care of, and the guides are incredibly knowledgeable. Would absolutely go again!