Ripple Creek Lodge

970-878-4725

 

cabins lodges scenic byway fishing horse hunting snowmobiling

Click to enlarge photos
 

Ripple Creek Lodge is at the edge of the Flat Tops Wilderness Area and nestled deep in the heart of the White River National Forest of Colorado; you'll experience an unforgettable family vacation.

Summer Vacations

Surrounded by high country glacial lakes, miles of scenic wilderness trails and abundant wildlife you are invited to experience the history, breathtaking beauty and remote wilderness of northwest Colorado.

A recent elk population survey by the Division of Wildlife estimated the White River Area to have twice as many elk as any other area in Colorado. In itself, Colorado has over 300,000 elk, more than any other state or country in North America! Bring your camera!

Ripple Creek Lodge offers:

  • Comfortable rustic cabins
  • Guided fishing adventures
  • Exciting horseback trail rides
  • Relaxation in the unforgettable Flat Tops Wilderness Area and White River National Forest
  • A great family vacation full of adventure and fun

Cabins

Our 8 historic log cabins that were built in the 1930s' surround our central lodge. The cabins maintain their rustic and historic character but also provide guests some comfortable features to enhance your stay at Ripple Creek Lodge. All the cabins have complete bathrooms. They also have a refrigerator, dishes, charcoal BBQ and outdoor picnic area.

If you are looking for a Wilderness Adventure, Ripple Creek Lodge offers summer drop camps in the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. The fully outfitted camp is located on the banks of an excellent Cutthroat Trout fishery, where you can stay and fish daily just outside your tent. Call for details and pricing for this unique angling adventure.

Family style meals are served at the lodge for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Fishing Adventures

Fishing the Flat Tops Wilderness Area's remote lakes and streams offer an unforgettable back country experience to seasoned anglers and adventure seeking families.

These crystal clear waters offer everything from trophy size trout to pan-sized Brookies perfect for a kid's first catch. Ripple Creek provides guided fishing day trips to several different lakes depending on the catch you're looking for.

Big Game Hunting

Located in the center of the largest Elk herd in the world, Ripple Creek Lodge offers fully guided Big Game Hunting for Elk, Mule Deer and Black Bear in the Flat Tops Wilderness Area and White River National Forest of Colorado GMU 24. Ripple Creek Lodge also offers fully outfitted drop camps deep in the remote wilderness for Archery, Muzzle loading and all four Rifle seasons.

Remote wilderness, quality game and professional and ethical staff are what you can expect from a Colorado wilderness Big Game hunt with Ripple Creek Lodge.

If you plan on hunting Elk during the Archery, Muzzle loading or 1st Rifle season this year, don't forget to submit your application to the COLORADO DIVISION OF WILDLIFE. You will also need to submit an application if you plan on hunting Mule Deer during any season in Colorado. Applying online is the quickest, easiest and most effective way to apply. You must also buy a $10 Habitat Stamp before you purchase any hunting or fishing license in Colorado.

Located 40 miles east of Meeker in the White River National Forest, adjacent to the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. Do as much or as little as you please in a friendly, un-regimented atmosphere.

Contact: Dan and Kerri Schwartz, 39020 County Road 8, Meeker CO 81641; 970-878-4725.

    LODGING

  • Lodging Open Dates: All Year

    • LODGING RATES

  • Nightly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $100 to $150

    • ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION

  • About Smoking: Some non smoking units. Smoking units available.
  • Cabins/Cottages without Cooking Facilities: 8
  • Units with King Beds: Some units.

    • FACILITIES

  • Elevation: 8600 feet above sea level.
  • Region: Northwest - Meeker
  • Region: Northwest - Steamboat Springs
  • Location: Remote, far away from a community convenience store and restaurant.
  • Setting: Mountain views. Waterfront setting along a river, stream or creek. Adjoins public lands. Forested.
  • Specialty Discounts (call for availability): Groups. Military Personnel.
  • BBQ Grills (individual use): Yes
  • Meals Regularly Served: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
  • On-Property in Central Area for Guests to Use: Wood Fireplace. Central Area for OPEN Campfires. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard. Discover Card. American Express.

    • PET POLICIES

  • Pets in Lodging: All Pets are allowed in private rental units. There may be a fee or a deposit.

    • HORSE FACILITIES

  • Guest's Horses Welcome (call for availability): You may bring your horse for an additional fee or deposit.
  • Individual Horse Run/Pen: On site.
  • Horse Trailer Parking: On site.
  • Horse Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Phone: In common area.

    • 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.
  • Central Area for OPEN Campfires: Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Indoor Meeting Room: 35
  • Maximum # of Day-Use Guests in Outdoor Open Picnic Area: 200
  • Maximum # of Lodging Guests with a Group: 30
  • Your Host will Provide Wedding Planning Help: Yes
  • Your Host will Make Area Activity Reservations: Yes

    • FUN THINGS TO DO

    PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

  • National Park OR Monument: 10 minutes drive.
  • National Forests & BLM Lands: On site.
  • Indian Ruins - Archeological Site: 30 minutes drive.
  • Designated Scenic/Historic Byway: Along the scenic byway.
  • Designated Hiking Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Museum: 30 minutes drive.

    • PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

  • Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: On site.
  • Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: 15 minutes drive.
  • Guided Fishing Trips (Licensed): Wade Fishing.
  • Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): On site.
  • Horse Riding Lessons: On site.
  • Waterfall Trails: Trails start on site.

    • HUNTING

  • Hunting in Area: On site.
  • Guided Hunts: Yes.
  • Drop Camps: Yes.
  • Private Land Unguided Hunting On-Site: Yes.
  • Rifle Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Archery Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Muzzle Loading Hunting Season: Yes.
  • Bird Hunting (Turkey, Grouse, Pheasant): Yes.
  • Deer Hunting: Yes.
  • Elk Hunting: Yes.
  • Bear Hunting: Yes.
  • Bighorn Sheep Hunting: Yes.
  • Antelope Hunting: Yes.
  • Colorado Hunting Units/Areas: 12, 23, 24,

    • WINTER ACTIVITIES

  • Cross Country Skiing Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Snowshoe Trails: Trails on site.
  • Ice Fishing: 15 minutes drive.
  • Snowmobile Trails: Trails start on site.
horizontal rule

Other Meeker Listings
Other Steamboat Springs Listings

Return to the Top

The Colorado Vacation Directory, Annual Print Publication
The Colorado Vacation Directory
Colorado State Map, Download, The CVD
Colorado State Map
E-Newsletter, The Colorado Vacation Directory
E-Newsletter Mailing List
 
horizontal rule

Join us on Facebook
Bookmark and Share

Places to Stay & Facility Features
Cabins & Cottages | Motels & Hotels | Lodging & Lodges | Vacation Homes | Condos, Suites & Townhomes | Bed & Breakfast | Tent Camping | RV Parks & Campgrounds | RV Sales, Service & Rentals | Romance Packages | Family Friendly | Dogs OK | By water | Swimming Pools | Guest Horses | Groups, Reunions & Retreats | Weddings & Elopements | Winter Lodging

Fun Things to Do
Calendars of Events | National Parks, Monuments & Historic Sites | Scenic Byways | Fishing & Fly Fishing | Hot Springs | Horse Riding | ATVing | Jeeping & 4WD | Whitewater Rafting & Kayaking | Attraction | Golfing | Restaurants & Dining | More Fun Stuff | Hunting & Land Leases | Snowmobiling | Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding | Snowshoeing | Cross - Country Skiing

A-Z Towns & Areas | Colorado Maps | Friendly Neighbors

Copyright by The Colorado Directory, Inc. This is a directory only; it is not and does not contain a recommendation,warranty, guaranty, inducement or endorsement of any kind. Representations herein were supplied by the individual businesses. The publisher, The Colorado Directory, Inc., does not assume any responsibility for truth, falsity or completeness of any representation made herein or any errors, changes, services rendered, or changes made in the use of this directory. This information was compiled as accurately as possible. Prices and services are frequently subject to change. Errors called to the publisher's attention will be corrected in the future. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form or by any means, without permission in writing from the publisher.