From the moment you arrive at this Colorado dude ranch we promise nothing less than kids and adults love to explore. Everything at the ranch is within walking distance. Guest cabins, the lodge, children's playground, the fishing pond, swimming pool and games area are all within a stone's throw.

The main lodge is the daily gathering place for parents and youngsters alike. The door is always open and the coffee pot is always filled and fresh. A warm and friendly spot to kick-back and enjoy playing cards, browsing in the library or just visiting with new friends.

At Drowsy Water Guest Ranch you have a very special relationship with over 100 or more horses. The ranch has bred, raised and trained them to provide the dude ranch guests with the finest of riding opportunities in Colorado. The Horse Program is outstanding and geared to every riding ability and age group. Horses are selected to match your own riding skills. Daily instruction, both in the arena and on the trail help to improve everyone's proficiency. Advanced riders have many opportunities to explore and blaze trails while handling their horses from leisurely walks to smooth lopes and gallops.

This Colorado dude ranch has something for children from infants to teenagers with plenty of activities for parents and grandparents alike. Singles and couples are welcomed also. The ranch has a complete program of horseback riding, swimming, horseshoes, steak fryes, trout fishing, western dancing, jeep trips, song fests, campfires, hayrides, carnival, pack trips, staff entertainment, gymkhana rodeos, raft trips, children's programs, nearby golf, hunting and much more but it is your Colorado dude ranch vacation so you may take part in whatever you like.

At Drowsy Water Dude Ranch you can have all you care to eat, and nothing but the best! The ranch takes great pride in food, which is lovingly prepared from recipes handed down for generations. Sometimes gourmet and sometimes hearty western...but always delicious. "I've never had as many healthy, hearty and delicious meals in my life," we've heard folks say.

Most meals are served family style in our dining room but outdoor meals are highlights. Breakfast on a mountain top. Open hearth barbecue. Chuckwagon lunches. Sometimes, right out of your saddlebag. Each day is different. The ranch aim to please. Even the breads and pastries are made from scratch. But not everyone can eat like a cowboy, so let us know in advance about your special diet and we will try our darndest to accommodate your needs.

At Drowsy Water Dude Ranch, accommodations are always top-drawer and carefully cleaned everyday.  Our Colorado guest ranch cabins and lodge are snug, comfortable and are decorated with a western flair. With the smell of clean, fresh, mountain air, you'll never get a better night's rest -- anywhere! Cabins and Lodge guest rooms have all been remodeled and refurbished but still maintain their historical cabin essence. Our guest rooms easily accommodate singles, couples, small families and large families and friends wanting to be near to each other. One of our guests was caught saying, "Our accommodations were so cozy, I almost hoped it would rain so that I could have an excuse to stay indoors."

NOTE: Persons weighing over 215 pounds may be limited to walking rides.