Overview
“Discover Your Inner Cowboy”™ at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch! Nestled in a peaceful river valley at the mouth of Colorado’s Big Thompson Canyon between Estes Park and Fort Collins, Colorado. A guest ranch since 1946, Sylvan Dale is also a working cattle and horse ranch that emphasizes family togetherness and participation. They are most proud that so many of the guests are “repeat” guests coming back time and again. They are open year round for meetings and retreats, weddings and receptions, family reunions, “bunk” and breakfast, private celebrations, and dude ranch vacations.
Sylvan Dale Ranch wants to share the beauty of the ranch with others by reflecting the essence of “home” through the natural environment, the facilities, the people and the service. You will find home-cooked food, Tillie’s cinnamon famous cinnamon rolls, and legendary Jessup hospitality! Their comfortable country accommodations, cozy cabins and gorgeous scenery will make you feel right at home!
It isn’t easy to find something for everyone, but Sylvan Dale comes pretty close to it! You can partner up with a Sylvan Dale mount for adventures in the arena and on the trail. Round up cattle… explore the back country… break into a gentle lope and learn to “sit the jog”! Anglers love the challenge of the big Thompson River and the trophy trout waters of the Big Valley. If you prefer to keep your catch, head for the stocked ponds where brightly colored rainbow await. Evening fun is designed with everyone in mind…Cowboy entertainment, Native American folk tales, and songs around the campfire. What better way to embrace the spirit of the Old West!
With so much to do and see you won't know where to start! Whether it is relaxing or joining in one of the many possible activities. There’s bird watching, tennis, horseback riding, games, cookouts, a special children’s program, western dancing, hayrides and MUCH more!
The heart of the ranch is the new poolside facility - The Heritage – for dancing, socializing and more! Meet with friends here for ping-pong and billiards in the Round-Up Room. Pull up a chair on the big wooden porch and enjoy a book from the ranch library. Find unique souvenirs in the gift shop. The Heritage showcases much of Sylvan Dale’s history…the perfect blend of old and new.
For great fun, great food, and great folks it’s got to be Sylvan Dale! You will make lasting friendships in the space of a few days and memories that will remain for a lifetime!
Seasonal Rates & Information
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Weekly Rates |
Daily Rates |
 Year Round |
$995.00 - $2,195.00 per person |
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* Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.
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Travel & Industry Awards |
- “Best Family Vacation” – Frommer’s Colorado Guidebook
- 2008 Conservationist of the Year by The Big Thompson Conservation District
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Affiliations |
- Dude Ranchers’ Association
- Colorado Dude & Guest Ranch Association
- Denver Metro CVB
- Loveland Chamber of Commerce
- Estes Park Chamber Resort Association
- Colorado Hotel & Lodging Association
- Fort Collins Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Green Hotel Association
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Payments Accepted |
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- American Express
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Reservation Policy
After confirming availability for your desired week, we are happy to hold your lodging for 2 weeks while we await your 30% deposit.
Cancellation Policy
For reservations of less than 20 people, the 30% deposit is refundable if cancellation is made at least 90 days prior to planned arrival (less $50 service charge per person). For cancellations within 90 days, deposits are non-refundable, but if there is an extenuating circumstance, we may apply the deposit to a visit within one year. For Deposits for groups of 20+ people are not refundable.
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