* There are no gratuities or service charges added to your final bill at the Laramie River Dude Ranch.  The above rates are per person and include lodging, three meals per day, snacks and treats from our baker, horseback riding, fishing, and all activities that take place on the ranch.  Rates do not include sales tax.

Early Season Rates: From June 8-15 rates are discounted 20%.  From June 15-22 rates are discounted 10%.  We offer a complete riding program, fishing, children’s and naturalist activities, and evening events during our early season.

Late Season Rates: From August 24 to September 28 we offer a 20% discount.  Our full riding program continues unchanged.  Our children’s program is not available and our activity schedule is reduced. After September 23 no minimum stay is required.  Please call for details.

Non Riding Rates: Rates will be discounted 10% for guests who will not be riding during their stay.

Deposit: A deposit of 30% is required within 10 days of making a reservation.  For groups of 12 or more a 50% deposit is required.  The balance is due at the end of your stay with us.

Cancellations: Cancellations 60 days prior to arrival will be refunded.  Cancellations made after that time are subject to forfeiture of the deposit.  Deposits for groups of 12 or more people are not refundable.  We recommend travelers’ insurance to protect your deposit.

Accommodations: Our typical occupancy is  25 guests.  Lodge and log cabin accommodations are available.  All accommodations have private baths, daily maid service, and a full cookie jar.  The lodge accommodates handicapped guests.

Dining: All meals are included.  A variety of items can be ordered for breakfast.  Lunch and dinner are served in traditional western family-style.  Vegetarian alternatives are served at each meal.  Other special dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.

Transportation: Rates include airport pick up from Laramie.  The ranch is 50 minutes from Laramie and 2.75 hours from Denver.

Check In / Check Out: Check in is at 3:00 p.m. Check out is at 9:00 a.m.

Payment: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, personal checks, traveler’s checks, money orders.

Pets: No pets allowed.

Alcohol: We do not serve alcohol but you are welcome to bring your own.

Smoking: Smoking is not allowed in the lodge, cabins, or barns.

Horse Back Riding: Each stay starts with an orientation at the barn.  Morning, afternoon, and cattle penning activities are available for riders of every ability.  Cookout and all-day picnic rides are scheduled weekly.  Instructional rides are offered either in the arena or on the trail.  Children under six cannot be taken out on the trail.  Pony rides are available for cowboys and cowgirls ages four and five.  Sunday is a day of rest for the horses.  Visit our web site to learn more about cattle drive options and natural horsemanship clinics.  Riders over 230 pounds need to call the ranch before they arrive to discuss their riding options.

Overnight Pack Trip : During our peak season we offer a weekly overnight horseback camping trip.  There is an additional charge of $75 per person.  Space is limited to 7 guests so be sure to let us know ahead of your arrival if you want to schedule a night under the stars.

Fishing: The Laramie River and LaGarde Creek run through the ranch and offer excellent private fishing.  Enjoy wading up the Laramie or scouting out the beaver ponds of LaGarde.  Lake fishing is available nearby.  Fishing instruction is provided once a week.  We have a limited supply of rods available for those of you who don’t have your own equipment.

Activities: Ride, fish, or go tubing on the river then jump in the hot tub.  Learn to saddle a horse or to swing a lariat.  Hunt for wild flowers or go birding with our naturalist.  Play volleyball or horseshoes.  Enjoy western entertainment, star gazing, or sit on the porch and listen to the river flow by.  Take the kids to town and visit the Wyoming Territorial Prison.  And don't forget to consider white water rafting while you're in Colorado.  We'd be happy to refer you to a local rafting outfitter.

Children: A dude ranch is a perfect place to take a family vacation.  Our staff provides activities for both young and old, giving kids plenty of opportunities to leave the adults behind.  Our children’s program focuses on outdoor activities which kids don’t get a chance to do at home - like going for a pony ride, grooming a horse, feeding the chickens, or swimming in the river.  Read more about our program on our web site or call us for details.

Rodeos: Join us during Cheyenne’s Frontier Days from July 18 - July 27 or Laramie’s Jubilee Days from July 4 -13 and see some real wild west rodeo action!

All or part of this operation is conducted on public lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. We are an equal opportunity provider authorized by special use permit on Roosevelt National Forest.