Porter Ranch

970-984-2068

 

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Horseback Riding Porter Ranch, Glenwood Springs, Colorado, The CVD
 

Family owned working ranch on a private 4000 acres near Glenwood Springs. Majestic scenery, mountain streams and rolling meadows, abundant wildlife and deep blue skies all combine to make your Ranch vacation one to remember. The Ranch boasts: tent camping, a historical renovated cabin, 3 stocked fishing ponds, 2 reservoirs, hiking, biking, hay rides and horseback riding; expect to experience one of the best adventures of your Colorado Vacation!

As one Porter Ranch guest put it -- "This was better than a dream!"

If you are looking for a ranch that is committed to making your tent camping trip truly peaceful then look no further. You can camp next to real rocky mountain elk! The bathhouse will open in spring of 2012; in the mean time there are port-a-potties. Enjoy the covered picnic table at the private Reservoir.

Porter Ranch is custom from the word go, they will set-up your meals in the cabin with farm fresh eggs, organic veggies & herbs, and Ranch elk!

Looking for the comforts of home in a ranch setting?. . . . Then make plans to stay in their cabin. It's perfect for extended families with sleeping for 8. Make your family reunion special with a campfire night and hay rides.

See you at the Ranch!

Location: Porter Ranch is minutes from Glenwood Adventure Park and Glenwood Hot Springs Pool. 4 miles south of New Castle.

4200 County Road 314, New Castle CO 81647; 970-984-2068; 970-984-3269.

    LODGING

  • Lodging Open Dates: All Year

    • LODGING RATES

  • Nightly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $159 to $209

    • ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION

  • About Smoking: All non smoking units.
  • Cabins/Cottages with Cooking Facilities: 1
  • Units with Queen Beds: Some units.
  • Units with Wood Fireplaces: 1
  • Units with a Washer and Dryer: 1
  • Additional Amenities (ask about availability): Coffee Maker with coffee.

    • CAMPING

  • Camping Open Dates: All Year
  • Call for Winter Camping Dates. Call for Winter Camping Dates.

    • SITE DESCRIPTIONS

  • Tent Sites: 25
  • Total Sites: 25
  • Separate Group Camping Area: Yes

    • FACILITIES

  • Elevation: 6100 feet above sea level.
  • Region: Northwest - Glenwood Springs
  • Location: Away from Town, but close to a community convenience store and restaurant.
  • Setting: Mountain views.
  • Specialty Discounts (call for availability): Seniors. Groups. Military Personnel.
  • On-Property in Central Area for Guests to Use: Laundry Area (washers and dryers).
  • Overnight Pack Trip: On site.
  • Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard.

    • PET POLICIES

  • Pets in Lodging: All Dogs are allowed in private rental units.
  • Kennel (sitting service for your pet) Available: 10 minutes drive.
  • Vet Services: 10 minutes drive.

    • HORSE FACILITIES

  • Guest's Horses Welcome (call for availability): You may bring your horse.
  • Fenced Pasture: On site.
  • Individual Horse Run/Pen: On site.
  • Individual Horse Indoor Stall/Shed: On site.
  • Horse Trailer Parking: On site.
  • Grain/Hay: On site.
  • Horse Trails: Trails start on site.

    • TECHNOLOGY FOR GUESTS TO USE IN A COMMON AREA

  • Wi-Fi Wireless Internet: Available free.

    • GROUPS: REUNIONS, WEDDINGS, RETREATS AND MEETINGS

  • Groups Welcome: Club. Corporate. Reunion. Weddings. Elopements. Youth group with adult leaders. Retreat.
  • Group Meeting Area: Indoor room and outdoor area.
  • Conference Center: Meeting room with tables and chairs can be set up class room style. Some A/V equipment available for seminars. Call for more details.
  • Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Indoor Meeting Room: 500
  • Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Outdoor Open Picnic Area: 200
  • Maximum # of Lodging Guests with a Group: 8
  • Maximum # of Camping Sites with a Group: 25

    • FUN THINGS TO DO

    PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

  • National Forests & BLM Lands: 30 minutes drive.
  • Designated Scenic/Historic Byway: 30 minutes drive to the scenic byway.
  • Museum: 30 minutes drive.
  • Hot Mineral Springs: 30 minutes drive.
  • Golf Course: 30 minutes drive.
  • Hot Air Balloon Rides: 30 minutes drive.
  • Movie Theater: 30 minutes drive.
  • Art Gallery: 30 minutes drive.
  • Outlet/Mall Shopping: 30 minutes drive.
  • Casino Gambling: 90 minutes drive.

    • PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

  • Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: On site.
  • Guided Fishing Trips (Licensed): Wade Fishing. Float Fishing. Lake Fishing.
  • Fishing Tackle Sold: On site.
  • Boat Rentals: Canoe, Raft, Row, Paddle &/or Motor: On site.
  • Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): On site.
  • Horse Rides with a Wrangler (Open Range): On site.
  • Horse Riding Lessons: On site.
  • Jeep Tours: 30 minute drive (off road, back country, 4WD, Jeep® or jeeping).
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Tours: 30 minute drive.
  • Tourist Train Rides: 30 minutes drive.
  • Cave Tours: 30 minutes drive.
  • Historic/Cultural Tours: 30 minute drive.
  • Bike Path: 30 minutes drive.
  • Bicycle Shop: 30 minutes drive.
  • Performing Arts Theatre: 30 minutes drive.
  • Mini Golf: 30 minutes drive.
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