The Activity Yurt at C Lazy U Ranch sits on the shore of the pond, you can’t miss it! It is surrounded by a large deck which is a great place to hang out near the water, with lovely and serene views. Inside the Yurt is the equipment desk where staff will get you set up with whatever equipment you need for your chosen activity.
Archery is a complimentary activity at the ranch, using compound bows. Try your skills at traditional targets or three-dimensional targets. Archery is offered Monday-Saturday at 12:30 PM and 4:30 PM in the summer. It’s also offered in the Spring and Fall, see the Activity Schedule for times.
All necessary equipment for this on-ranch activity is provided and there is an extensive safety demonstration performed before all archery sessions begin.
Guests have complimentary access to C Lazy U’s Fitness Center. The gym is open 24/7, allowing you to work out whenever you’d like. The updated, modern gym features plenty of equipment:
Horseback riding and all the other ranch activities offered at C Lazy U Ranch surely gets the blood flowing, but guests who have their own workout routine don’t have to give it up while on a dude ranch vacation. Contact us if you’d like more information about our gym facilities.
Complimentary Orvis-endorsed fly fishing is available from May to October. Basic fly-fishing instruction and lure fishing can be enjoyed by all ages at our pond or on two miles along the Willow Creek. Off-ranch excursions to our private stretch of the Colorado River are available at an additional cost. Guests can sign up in the Outfitter’s Cabin. All equipment is provided.
The Game Room is located in the basement of the Patio House and offers pool, shuffleboard, air hockey, ping pong, and foosball.
Horseshoes and Volleyball – The horseshoe pit and volleyball court are located on the Patio House lawn and are always ready to play.
Basketball – The basketball court is located behind the tennis courts. Balls are located at the court or in the Activity Center Yurt.
Outdoor Shuffleboard – The shuffleboard court is located behind the tennis courts.
Card Room – The Card Room is located on the first floor of the Main Lodge. Cards and poker sets, as well as a TV, are available.
C Lazy U Ranch has an extensive trail system perfect for hiking. Guests are encouraged to sign up for a guided hike and a skilled ranch hand will guide you through the property on some of the best trails and scenic overlooks. During your hike you will learn about the Rocky Mountain landscape and wildflowers. The ranch can accommodate all skill levels within the 8,500 acres.
Hatchet throwing a fun activity that is offered at the ranch two times each day during the summer and is safe for ages 6 and up. The Director of Activities oversees this activity and ensures it is safe in a controlled environment, so channel your inner lumberjack and throw some hatchets!
Hatchet throwing is offered in Spring, Summer and Fall.
Horseback riding at the ranch is fun for all ages and abilities. The ranch has 200 horses and you’ll be matched with the perfect horse for your entire stay, assigned specifically based on your experience and skill.
Beginner, intermediate, and expert rides leave twice daily. Riding education in a private arena, cattle work, and all day rides are available on certain days.
The Horsemanship Clinic is a groundwork session in the indoor arena. The clinic provides basic groundwork instruction and allows riders to get more comfortable with their horses through a variety of leadership exercises. The clinic is available to adults only with a maximum of 6 people per session and it can be suited to any skill level.
This activity is available upon request and is not offered daily. Please check with the Outfitters Cabin to schedule a Horsemanship Clinic during your stay.
Adults Only at the new Lazy You Hideaway spa lounge. This exclusive retreat offers modern, luxurious amenities, including a rejuvenating hot tub and invigorating cold plunges to help you recover from saddle soreness, and a sauna with a stunning glass wall providing panoramic views of the Continental Divide. Relax and unwind in the comfortable lounge area with a fire pit, knowing that this peaceful haven is strictly for adults, ensuring a tranquil environment. Experience ultimate relaxation and breathtaking scenery at the Lazy You Hideaway.
The award-winning Lazy You Spa is located on the banks of Willow Creek in five heated tents, two of which are massage tents with glass floors suspended over the river. Listen to the gentle flow of the river and recuperate with one of our relaxing massages, a copper tub soak, scrub, or a facial. Winter services are in a different location with a cozy sitting room and crackling fire.
There are limitless mountain biking trails at C Lazy U. Guided tours take place daily in the early morning and evening May through October. Beginner, intermediate, and expert rides available. The ranch has a full fleet of bikes and provides helmets. Feel free to bring your own riding shoes and pedals.
Note: Mountain Biking is not available when horseback riding is taking place.
The ranch offers Ranger tours around the property to guests who want to see the property in an off-road vehicle. Travel to the highest peaks over the river and through the woods while taking in the breathtaking views. This activity is complimentary all guests.
*There may be an additional charge for this activity for groups – Please refer to your group contract for more detail if you are traveling with a group.
Morning or afternoon sessions are facilitated daily by our certified instructors. The challenge course consists of a rock wall, vertical play pen, and leap of faith finished off by zipping over the river on our 375 foot zip line. Low ropes team building elements are also available.
The Mercantile at Luis’ Old Place is the ranch’s general store. This unique store, located in an old donkey barn, houses items you may have forgotten to pack, as well as branded apparel or the perfect unique gift. Get the cowboy boots, hat and belt buckle you have always wanted. Open daily from 8am to 5pm, or shop online with free shipping for orders over $50. Additional shopping options in Grand Lake, Granby, or Winter Park.
Set against the backdrop of the river, two Laykold tennis courts sit just behind the Patio House — and one is also ready for a spirited game of pickleball. Whether you’re serving up a friendly rally or trying something new, all equipment is provided, and you can reserve your court at the Outfitter’s Cabin.
One of C Lazy U Ranch’s most exciting events is the Daily Jingle. The Jingle is when the horses go out to pasture in the afternoon and come back in the morning to get ready for the daily horseback rides. It is called the Jingle because in the past bells were tied on the mischievous horses who liked to hide from being rounded up by wranglers in the dark, early mornings.
This event happens almost every day of the year and goes out and comes in from different directions on ranch depending on the selected pasture location. You can expect to see this in the afternoon from 4-5pm and in the morning from 6:30am to 8:30am depending on the season (it’s always earlier in the summer). In the afternoons we ring the “jingle bell” to alert guests so they can come out to experience this unique spectacle.
Trap shooting is available twice daily, guests can sign-up in the Outfitter’s Cabin. This activity requires an additional charge of $50.00 per person. A wide range of age appropriate firearms are available, including a .22, .410, and 12 gauge shot gun. Ranch personnel is extensively trained in gun safety and each guest is required to attend a safety briefing before shooting.
For the safety of our staff and guests, please leave your personal firearms at home. Thank you!
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Out in the untamed West, skill and precision meant the difference between survival and surrender. Ranchers, cowboys, and frontiersmen honed their marksmanship by tracking fast-moving targets across open plains. At C Lazy U Ranch, you can step into that legacy, gun in hand, and take your shot at an experience straight out of the Old…
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The spa was the most gorgeous spa I've ever been to, and McKinsey couldn't have been a better greeter or hostess. Kristen made my day by letting me borrow a yoga mat for my stay!
~ Anna B., 09-17-2021
