Kevin Lisa Tesch Kelvin Kurtis Kody Klayton Tarryall River Ranch Lake George Colorado Dude Guest Ranch Family Vacation

At Tarryall River Ranch we love seeing families come to the Ranch and experience quality time together. We are a family run dude ranch and know the importance of spending quality time together as a family; priceless! Tarryall River Ranch is the perfect destination for families to experience fun and relaxation without worries about meals or keeping everyone entertained, leave that to us! The combination of our superb food, spectacular riding, outstanding fishing, great kid’s programs, fun teen programs, and many activities like trap shooting, fly-fishing, hiking, swimming, line dancing, hay rides, a rodeo, and more creates an atmosphere where everyone has fun TOGETHER! There is no better time or place to escape reality and create memories to last a lifetime! Come on out to the Tarryall River Ranch and as Will Dudley always says, “put your watch on Rocky Mountain time and rest your mind!”

Enjoy the spectacular beauty of Fall in Colorado with the turning of the Aspen leaves to brilliant gold, flooding the Tarryall Mountains and Puma Hills surrounding the Ranch, and as deer and elk move down the mountains and become more visible. The atmosphere is very easy-going with an emphasis on riding and taking time to relax and soak up the changing of the seasons. We usually run about 20 guests which allows time to be spent fireside in the lodge getting to know the other guests, playing a game of horseshoes, or putting your feet up on the porch of your cabin with a cup of hot cocoa and reconnecting with those we often struggle to find time for. Parents, couples, and singles this is your special time to relax from the hustle and bustle and experience a true Rocky Mountain fall!

Take advantage of our season finale and come join us for the Dakota Blonde “Horse Playin’” at the Ranch. Dakota Blonde is a vibrant new acoustic "trio" right from the Denver area. Enjoy the same warm western hospitality, great rides and exceptional meals Tarryall River Ranch is known for and top it off with great Folk music entertainment next to a crackling fire on Friday, and Saturday evenings. Dakota Blonde has a great way of making everyone feel at home! There is no better way to connect with those closest to you and break away from the hubbub of everyday life!

The Family at Tarryall River Ranch is excited about some wonderful new Happenings going on at Tarryall beginning in 2009! We are going to be open all year round! YES! Tarryall will be keeping its ranch gates open all year round!

Of course we will still be doing our normal Dude Ranch season every Spring, Summer and early Fall, BUT to add to that, you name it and we will probably be doing it!

Day Rides: The Tarryall terrain is perfect for Day Rides. We will be offering half day horse rides and all day horse rides. We will also provide lunch if you like.

Bed & Breakfast: You'll like the serenity of a quiet, cozy cabin up in the mountains! The snow is falling and the fireplace is crackling as you settle down for a quiet restful night away from it all! Maybe you'll want to stay all weekend?

Have a nice hot breakfast, hunt all day and come in at night for a great dinner, a hot shower and a comfortable bed. The hunting seasons run from September all the way into January!

Fishing: The fishing is good Spring, Summer and Fall up in the mountains! Make a reservation to stay at Tarryall River Ranch! There's no better fishing than the Tarryall and Platte rivers!

If you like skiing but it cost to much to stay right at the resort we are only an hour drive from great skiing areas. Check out our prices and compare!

Special Parties: We are also open for Christmas Parties, Valentine's Dinner, or an Employee Appreciation. You come up with a reason for a special dinner and we can do it for you!

Corporate Retreats: We invite Corporate Groups or small businesses that need to get away for some brain storming or leisurely time. Combine the two ideas for some Team Building time to bring your members all on the same page. At Tarryall we feel we have the perfect setting for what you are looking for!

Weddings: We will also be open for weddings in the Spring and Fall. Tarryall is the perfect place for a nice small western wedding where the bride and groom are driven off after the ceremony on a horse drawn wagon!