James Ranch Market has a little bit of everything you will need locally sourced. Produce, meats,…read morehoney, dairy, books and household items. As soon as you walk in you're greeted by friendly staff James Ranch Market is overlooking the cows in the pasture grazing The store set up of spacious and well maintained.

100% easily one of my favorite (if not my favorite) restaurants in Colorado. We'll be here for…read morethree more days, we'll probably be there at least three more times. Slight wait, but totally worth it. Burgers were so fresh and clean, the cheese was to die for. Views were stunning, live music was great. Families and dogs relaxing, looking at cows and petting goats. Bought some cheese and a hat from the market. Officially obsessed!

The food was outstanding and the service was even better. We also got our food really fast.read more

My partner, his family, and I went here for dinner tonight. It's the day before Labor Day so it was…read moresuper busy, but the family said it was worth the wait. The line was super long when we arrived and we waited about 20 minutes to order. His family said it was the longest they've ever seen it. I ordered the Mushroom Belford Burger, medium well, with no onions. My partner got the same but with the onions and cooked medium. The rest of our group each got the Signature Burger, medium rare. We also split two orders of large fries. My partner got a root beer and I got a cherry cream soda. Everything was delicious! It was absolutely worth the wait. My burger was more towards well done than medium well, which is something I see a lot and I think I'm just going to start ordering medium any time I get a burger now. It was juicy and delicious, and the rosemary garlic aioli was delicious! The fry sauce was also some of the best I've had, and we left the cup scraped clean. The fries tasted fresh and were well-cooked. My partner said the root beer was great and my cherry cream soda was delicious. I had gotten a small and I was contemplating going back to order another in a large, it was that good! All of the employees we interacted with were super friendly. It was a bit of a struggle to find a table outside just because of the holiday weekend, but we found a perfect table that fit all of us under a tree. We took a little walk by the pasture and read the info signs after dinner which was a great way to end the evening. This place is fantastic and well worth the wait! It is pretty expensive (we paid about $146 after a 20% tip) so it may be better for special occasions, but it is all so fresh and pure that it's very much worth the price you pay. My partner and I don't live in Durango but his family does, so I'm hopeful we will be back the next time we visit.

This is a wonderful place to stay. We were in the Sunset Casita. It was large and well appointed…read more Gorgeous views from the deck. Very private despite the fact there were 3 units in our building. A wonderful hot breakfast is served each morning in the main ranch house. We enjoyed walking around the property. I would stay here again.

My experience at Blue Lake Ranch was spectacular. I traveled solo and stayed in The Sage Room. The…read moreviews from almost every casita, cabin and larger accommodations were mind blowing. It was so quiet!! You can hear the birds and count the stars. Breakfasts were very good. All of the staff were friendly, polite and hard-working. I stayed a week and took daytrips once acclimated to altitude. I would enjoy living there!! Thanks to Michael and Shirley. You helped me celebrate in high style! J. Josephs May 14-21, 2025

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.

My wife and I highly recommend River Bend Ranch. It features beautiful views of mountains and…read moreforests in all directions, all surrounding a lovely river-fed pond. The attractive facilities are clean and comfortable. The location is easy to find, near town while maintaining a country feel. The friendly hosts are hospitable and professional. It is truly a breath of fresh air.

River bend ranch was an excellent venue for our wedding. We couldn't have asked for a better place…read more The whole operation is outstanding and Jenny and Brittany did an amazing job.

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!

My girlfriend and I stayed here in early June 2014. The first few hours we were there we spent in…read morecomplete shock. The land was so extraordinary, the food was better than some 5 star restaurants we've been to, and the staff were down to earth and friendly. The owner of the ranch ate with us at almost all of our meals! Granted, we came during the pre-season so there weren't as many guests as usual, all the same, it was a real treat. Our cabin was so sweet and comfortable! It has everything you need, but not so much that you lose the ranch feel that you came for. We went on a full-day ride up a mountain, the views were as breathtaking as you you would expect, if not more so! The horses were very tame and well behaved. The wranglers were accommodating. We had a special day with the utility-man and his son, fly fishing. They have stocked ponds on the grounds full of huge trout that they are happy to cook up for you if you want! OH and I couldn't write a review of tho place without mentioning the humming birds! They have several feeders out on the porch and there at least a hundred (it would seem) Humming birds zooming by! They are so sweet and not a nuisance by any means... We thought they were so cool!! This place also offers mountain biking and other mountain activities in addition to horse back riding! We will be back! This place is worth every penny and every minute it takes you to get there! GO!

The staff at WTR is attentive and made me feel like I was part of the family. I went on an…read more'adults only' week and although I hadn't ridden in years, the wranglers perfectly matched me with a horse and my skills soared under their guidance. The riding started with scenic walks but progressed (based on everyone's ability) to challenging rides up to a 10k ft peak. The food was fantastic, not 'fussy' but delicious. hearty and plentiful. The cabins were as expected, although the bed was really firm. The shower was powerful and hot and perfect to come back to at the end of a 6 hour ride. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper because the squirrels party all night long. No TV's, internet or phone service in the cabins but you can use wi-fi in the main ranch house. My only phone signal for the week was at the top of a mountain. Then again, I took the trip to escape it all. At WTR, I learned to ride with confidence, rope, sort cattle and more. I also made some international friendships (the American West and cowboy culture is well marketed overseas). This vacation fulfilled my cowgirl dreams and the one thing I didn't expect... to leave the ranch in tears. Best vacation I've ever taken!

My daughter and I booked a last minute horse ride and our guide was Josh. He was exceptional,…read morefriendly and knowledgeable about the area and the horses. What a genuine asset to your business, we would definitely recommend this guide and business to anyone.

Best vacation ever! Girls trip for us (Yee Haw!) The horses were wonderful, the staff was awesome…read moreand went out of their way to accommodate every little thing without even being asked, the food was incredible, the weather was perfect, the views spectacular, and the cabin was fantastic. Fresh air, good food, comfortable beds, exercise, horses and great people. Cannot say enough good things about this ranch. I was especially impressed with their commitment to the welfare of the animals, checking them over every day, and making their health and wellbeing a priority. Many of the staff there have worked for animal rescue and humane societies in the past and it shows in the care of their horses - the horses are well fed, in good condition, sweet and gentle. The place is clean and well cared for - everything was perfect. We cried when we had to leave.

We went to this wonderful restaurant for a birthday celebration. This is a very special place for…read moremy partner and I. We began our friendship one summer day 25 years ago. We were motorcycle riding friends and stopped for pastries and coffee, lingering to get to know each other. Many years later we finally decided we belonged together. To celebrate my birthday, we wanted to return to the place it all began. We found an upgraded version of our first memory together. The atmosphere was beautiful and calm. Our server, Laura, was exceptional. She was warm and personable and made us feel like family. She was also very professional, knowledgeable and took very good care of us while being busy. Our food was amazing. Beautifuly presented and delicious. We highly recommend this gem to mark an important occasion or to be escape the fast pace of your everyday life. It is a bit out of the way and we loved that aspect of it. The drive is lovely and gave us time to reflect how lucky we are to have found each other again. We will definitely be back and are making a list of our favorite people to share it with. Thank you Laura and all of the staff. Diane and Jay.

This review is a bit overdue, as our most recent visit was during a family trip in July. Kennebec…read moreCafé has become a place we regularly visit when we're in the area, and once again, our family had a very enjoyable dinner. Tucked away just outside Durango in Hesperus, Kennebec has a beautiful, elegant atmosphere that feels upscale without being overly formal. It's a great setting for a nicer dinner or special occasion. The service has consistently been friendly and attentive, and the menu offers a great variety of options. The food is well prepared and beautifully presented, and there's clearly an emphasis on creating a more elevated dining experience. My one critique would be the quality-to-price value. While we've enjoyed most of what we've ordered, at this price point, I think some dishes could stand out a little more. On our most recent visit, we tried a filet mignon special, and while it was prepared well, the quality of the steak itself didn't quite meet the expectations we've come to have for Kennebec, particularly for the price. That said, this was a relatively small criticism of an otherwise great experience. Overall, Kennebec Café continues to offer a good combination of atmosphere, service, and food, and it remains a place we enjoy returning to when visiting the area. If you're looking for a more elegant dining experience around Durango or Hesperus, it's definitely worth a visit.

Super fun place. We were able to get in for a morning tour with just one day's notice and loved…read moremeeting the alpacas and Susan. We were able to meet mamas with babies born as recently as 4-5 days and even got to give out a few treats. We also met several of the older alpacas before hitting the store to pick up some socks and earrings (the tour is free, so please buy something). I definitely recommend this tour when you are in the Durango area.

The owner provided a personal tour of the alpaca farm. She was so friendly and knowledgeable we…read moreall walked away learning so much. The alpacas are so cute, but not friendly. So if you were hoping to hug, pet, and squeeze these adorable creatures best to buy a small stuffed version in the darling gift shop.