Rainbow Trout Ranch
Antonito, ColoradoNearest Regional Airport
Durango Airport, 76 miles
Nearest International Airport
Santa Fe, New Mexico Airport, 106 miles
Elevation
9000 Feet
Open
June - September
Guest Capacity
60
Spectacular Conejor River Valley
Rainbow Trout Ranch is the perfect way to combine Colorado Rockies splendor with northern New Mexico enchantment. We are located at 9000+ ft in the spectacular Conejos River Valley with the mountains soaring above us – perfect riding country – and some of the best fishing in Colorado running right through the ranch. We promote the western lifestyle and traditions and we welcome guests to our giant and historic lodge, the true heart of the ranch. Our cabins are unique in their use of aspen and subalpine white fir logs and each is quaintly decorated, fronted by a covered porch where you can relax with a mug of great ranch coffee while enjoying a view that falls away to the far side of the valley.
Kids’ & Teen Programs
We have excellent kids’ programs and a fun teen program. All programs are optional but they have proven to be a wonderful way for children and teens to enjoy their ranch vacation even more.
Over a Hundred Horses
While many things combine to make Rainbow Trout the perfect ranch for a western vacation, we feel that our superb string of well over a hundred horses is the true soul. We own all our horses and we also breed, raise and train Quarter Horses, as well as being competitive team-ropers.
First-Class Fishing
The first-class fishing will also contribute to making this your best vacation ever. We have over a mile and a half of private fishing river teeming with mainly rainbow trout, but also brown and cutthroats.
Various Evening Activities
Evenings vary from horse drawn hay rides, to dancing under the stars, western entertainers, our adult candlelight dinner (teens and kids have their own fun plans) and finally the youth rodeo, wrap-up singalong, and general talent show to round out the week.
Of course, at the end of an RTR day, you may prefer to soak in the hot tub and reflect, or take a Rocky Mountain starlight stroll, or just sit by a crackling aspen log fire. We want you to relax, body, mind and soul, and this is the place to do it! We always say that RTR is particularly great for Moms and Mr. Moms as there is no cooking, cleaning or worrying about everyone having a good time.
Family-Owned & Operated
We are third generation family-owned and operated and we look forward to sharing the magic of Rainbow Trout with you and your family. Happy Trails! David & Jane, Caroline, Derek & Meghan Van Berkum Come live the west with us, RTR style…
Exceptional riding includes wonderful and varied trail rides, all-day rides, team sorting (working cattle in the arena) and a ranch rodeo during the main summer months. Horses are superb and wranglers will instruct as needed. Scenery is breathtaking. Excellent fly-fishing on private stretch of Conejos River which runs through the ranch. Guides on staff — equipment available. Also trapshooting, hiking, swimming, mountain frisbee golf, whitewater rafting out of Taos, NM, scenic railroad nearby. Fun evening activities. Great kids and teens programs! Come share the magic!
Activities
- Archery/Shooting Sports
- Childrens Programs (6-8)
- Childrens Programs (9-12)
- Childrens Programs (13-17)
- Dancing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- River Rafting
- Team Penning
Riding
- Cattle Work
- Beginner Rides
- Fast Rides (Trotting/Loping)
- Pony Rides
- Trail Riding Ages 6+
Special Events
- Adults Only Weeks
Our cuisine excels with home baked breads, pork, chicken and steak, great side dishes, salads, and of course, desserts that make a perfect meal even better. Vegetarians and special diets are welcome with advance notice. We have a BYOB policy, which we can help you with, and the best coffee in the west always available in the lodge, plus hot chocolate and teas, and healthy snacks.
Food Options
- Ranch/Western
Accommodations in individual log cabins of varying sizes. Smaller cabins consist of two bedrooms, bathroom, and can sleep up to 4. All have living room/fireplace areas. Our larger cabins vary and can sleep up to 6, 7 & 8 and each has two bathrooms and a living room/fireplace area. All our cabins are very comfortable and quaintly decorated with a western theme, and all have nice porches with lovely views.
- Cabins
- Game Room
- Horse Safety Program
- Hot tub
- Swimming Pool
Details
Check-in/Check-out:
Check-in: 3:30 pm
Check-out: 9:00 am
Length of Stay:
6 nights (May - September)
Cancellation Policy
Deposit 50% refundable over ninety days in advance of arrival. Within ninety days of arrival, deposit is nonrefundable. Groups of ten or more: nonrefundable payment is required in full ninety days in advance and we recommend trip insurance for your protection and ours.
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Rainbow Trout Ranch
Antonito, Colorado
Nearest Regional Airport
Durango Airport, 76 miles
