* 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 6-27 rates are discounted 20%
from our peak rates. From June
28 to July 4 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 22 to September 12 we offer a
20% discount off our peak rates. We are “adults only” from September 12-26 and we
offer a 30% discount. Our full riding program continues unchanged. Our
children’s program is not available and our activity schedule is reduced. 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 hours 45 minutes 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 in the arena and 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 $80
per person. Space is limited to 7 riding guests so be sure to let us know
when you reserve if you want to schedule a night under the stars. We
need a minimum of 5 overnighters to run this event.
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. 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. Activity schedule reduced late season.
Please call for details.
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 and the donkeys, or swimming in the river. Read more about our
program on our web site or call us for details. Children’s program
available June 6 to August 22.
Rodeos: Join us during Cheyenne’s Frontier Days from
July 23 -
August 1 or Laramie’s Jubilee Days from July 4 - 12 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.
