Who You’ll Meet: The Guest Ranch Staff

April 8th, 2010 by 4URRanch

There will be quite a few amazing people at the ranch pretty soon. I’m not just talking about our wonderful guests and the families who haven chosen us to host their horseback riding vacations for several generations. There will also be several dozen great college students taking care of your children, serving your meals and … Read More

Thinking about Colorado Dude Ranches?

March 11th, 2010 by 4URRanch

There is something very special about Colorado. Along with the rich history and stunning landscape, Colorado holds a balance between the wild west and the new west. We love our horses, and wide open spaces, but we also practice sustainable land practice, and natural horsemanship. We have a delicious steak ride every week. Steak ride … Read More

What makes us a Colorado Luxury Dude Ranch?

March 4th, 2010 by 4URRanch

There are dude ranches, and then there are luxury dude ranches. That’s 4UR. We are way beyond your basic BBQ & beds setup. Here are some of the small details and big amenities that make 4UR ranch more than your average guest ranch. Dining: We recruited our chef, Wray Warner, from the Four Seasons in … Read More

Guest Ranch Fishing Guide in Local News

December 11th, 2009 by 4URRanch

Have a fly fishing vacation at 4UR Ranch with great guides like Drew Silvernail. Read an article published about Drew from his home

Preparations for Family Ranch Vacations

December 7th, 2009 by 4URRanch

Aaron and the guys just finished an extensive facelift on Station #7. The changes will create more holding water, and we are all excited to see what affect the changes will have on guest ranch fishing next year. On the other end of things, we are taking care of all the lovely amenities you have … Read More

Colorado Guest Ranch

October 1st, 2009 by 4URRanch

Fall is in the air! At 7,500 feet elevation, you can feel it come on quick here! It is crisp everywhere, and our Hot Springs are more and more delicious in the cool evenings. Soon it will just be our core staff at the ranch, and the horses of course. This is an important time … Read More

Shopping in Creede CO

September 17th, 2009 by 4URRanch

The town of Creede is a great day trip for anyone that comes to the ranch. It is a tiny slice of history, and one of the last mining boom towns from the silver rush that came through this area. There is some great shopping in Creede. While part of the family enjoys the fly … Read More

Family Ranch Vacations in Colorado

August 19th, 2009 by 4URRanch

Fall has arrived at the 4UR Guest Ranch, and the morning temps are hovering around the freezing point already. That’s what happens when you sit at over 8,000 feet elevation! It gives you some smokin’ hot and sunny days and cool nights and early mornings. Great for the tan, we always tell our young lady … Read More

Dude Ranch Vacations in Colorado

July 29th, 2009 by 4URRanch

What are the ingredients for a perfect family dude ranch? Well, we think that excellent and inviting accommodations are the first step. We have a variety of lodging options that our dedicated staff work hard to plan perfectly for your family trip. For example, we try to put couples in the same lodging area, and … Read More

Colorado Fly Fishing Vacation

July 9th, 2009 by 4URRanch

The mouth of the Rio Grande river originates in the mountains neighboring 4UR Ranch. Our private creek, Goose Creek, feeds into this mighty river at the end of our little valley. For many, many years, the Valley that has recently facilitated horseback riding vacations for families, was known solely for it’s amazing fly fishing conditions. … Read More