Great burger, great atmosphere on a 75 degree summer day…read more I loved the fingerling fried potatoes, had this rich flavor to them and a homemade ketchup that was delicious. Almost like when you could buy dark russet chips back in the day, I just loved them. Burger was very good as was the steak sandwich. The only thing I can say that is negative is that the food is overpriced a little. You're paying for the tremendous view and atmosphere, and the food quality is very good but a burger ala carte is like 17.00 and comes with no sides.

We are camping with friends at Alpen Rose RV park a few miles from James Ranch. A local suggested…read morewe check out James so eight of us went for an early dinner. This is a genuine Colorado experience. An amazing 400 acre ranch with grazing cattle. A beautiful store with incredible meats. The restaurant is order and pick up at the counter and select an indoor or outdoor table. Dogs are welcome in some areas. A great place to enjoy a beer. Burger and beautiful scenery. The people here are also friendly and efficient

I've always passed by, never stopped in, until today. I came in after a day on the mountain. It's…read morecounter service which is convenient and I was able to order right away. They're dog friendly on the patio so that was awesome. The view is amazing from the patio and there's plenty of room. Here's what I had: Basic Burger with green chilies- $18. Great flavor, the bun was nice too. The chile was spicy! It didn't blow my mind but was still good. Fries and drink: $5.00. Tasty fries. $25 for burger, fries and drink is expensive but the views are dope so I'd like to try other items. 5 stars for the views and service, plus good burger.

So here we are 3 years later to try the Green Chile Burger, thought the name was pico Burger. I…read morenoticed right away that something is missing realize after I ate it. This time it was missing the slice avocado disappointed but it was real good like the first time. Service: was good and friendly Ambiance: nice outside sitting area. Tip: buy some of the bread and Belford cheese for home

This is a wonderful place to stay. We were in the Sunset Casita. It was large and well appointed…read more Gorgeous views from the deck. Very private despite the fact there were 3 units in our building. A wonderful hot breakfast is served each morning in the main ranch house. We enjoyed walking around the property. I would stay here again.

My experience at Blue Lake Ranch was spectacular. I traveled solo and stayed in The Sage Room. The…read moreviews from almost every casita, cabin and larger accommodations were mind blowing. It was so quiet!! You can hear the birds and count the stars. Breakfasts were very good. All of the staff were friendly, polite and hard-working. I stayed a week and took daytrips once acclimated to altitude. I would enjoy living there!! Thanks to Michael and Shirley. You helped me celebrate in high style! J. Josephs May 14-21, 2025

What an amazing vacation! I attended a work retreat at Majestic Dude Ranch for four nights and had…read morea wonderful experience! The setting is serene and beautiful. The grounds are quite expansive and dotted with the lodge and cabins. The cabin was very comfortable and clean. They offer many activities including: horseback riding, mountain biking, fly fishing, UTV riding, hiking, skeet shooting, a swimming pool, and more (even a mechanical Bull!). The food was prepared on site and delicious! Beef centric menu but so tasty, and they accommodated a vegetarian in our party easily. I looked forward to the breakfast each night and dinner each morning! The best part of the stay, however, was the staff. They were amazing! They took care of everything, and always with a smile. They do everything at the ranch, and the team here takes the experience to the next level. I highly recommend a trip here to unwind and recharge!

We absolutely loved the Majestic Dude Ranch. It was an incredible experience. I would give the…read moreranch 6 stars if I could. If you have a family and are exploring a dude ranch experience in Colorado, this is your place. The staff were wonderful and extremely helpful. There is non-stop action and adventure. The food is excellent. The accommodations are rustic but very comfortable. The kids program was outstanding and was a highlight of the week. Overall, this is a greater than 5 star place.

River bend ranch was an excellent venue for our wedding. We couldn't have asked for a better place…read more The whole operation is outstanding and Jenny and Brittany did an amazing job.

My wife and I highly recommend River Bend Ranch. It features beautiful views of mountains and…read moreforests in all directions, all surrounding a lovely river-fed pond. The attractive facilities are clean and comfortable. The location is easy to find, near town while maintaining a country feel. The friendly hosts are hospitable and professional. It is truly a breath of fresh air.

This was my first time on a horse and they made it a blast! We had such a great time and absolutely…read morerecommend it! We will be back!

Amazing experience with Jen! She was so knowledgeable and accommodating! We were novice riders and…read morefelt very comfortable on her gentle horses. Would def recommend to anyone heading that way!

My girlfriend and I stayed here in early June 2014. The first few hours we were there we spent in…read morecomplete shock. The land was so extraordinary, the food was better than some 5 star restaurants we've been to, and the staff were down to earth and friendly. The owner of the ranch ate with us at almost all of our meals! Granted, we came during the pre-season so there weren't as many guests as usual, all the same, it was a real treat. Our cabin was so sweet and comfortable! It has everything you need, but not so much that you lose the ranch feel that you came for. We went on a full-day ride up a mountain, the views were as breathtaking as you you would expect, if not more so! The horses were very tame and well behaved. The wranglers were accommodating. We had a special day with the utility-man and his son, fly fishing. They have stocked ponds on the grounds full of huge trout that they are happy to cook up for you if you want! OH and I couldn't write a review of tho place without mentioning the humming birds! They have several feeders out on the porch and there at least a hundred (it would seem) Humming birds zooming by! They are so sweet and not a nuisance by any means... We thought they were so cool!! This place also offers mountain biking and other mountain activities in addition to horse back riding! We will be back! This place is worth every penny and every minute it takes you to get there! GO!

The staff at WTR is attentive and made me feel like I was part of the family. I went on an…read more'adults only' week and although I hadn't ridden in years, the wranglers perfectly matched me with a horse and my skills soared under their guidance. The riding started with scenic walks but progressed (based on everyone's ability) to challenging rides up to a 10k ft peak. The food was fantastic, not 'fussy' but delicious. hearty and plentiful. The cabins were as expected, although the bed was really firm. The shower was powerful and hot and perfect to come back to at the end of a 6 hour ride. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper because the squirrels party all night long. No TV's, internet or phone service in the cabins but you can use wi-fi in the main ranch house. My only phone signal for the week was at the top of a mountain. Then again, I took the trip to escape it all. At WTR, I learned to ride with confidence, rope, sort cattle and more. I also made some international friendships (the American West and cowboy culture is well marketed overseas). This vacation fulfilled my cowgirl dreams and the one thing I didn't expect... to leave the ranch in tears. Best vacation I've ever taken!

My daughter and I booked a last minute horse ride and our guide was Josh. He was exceptional,…read morefriendly and knowledgeable about the area and the horses. What a genuine asset to your business, we would definitely recommend this guide and business to anyone.

Best vacation ever! Girls trip for us (Yee Haw!) The horses were wonderful, the staff was awesome…read moreand went out of their way to accommodate every little thing without even being asked, the food was incredible, the weather was perfect, the views spectacular, and the cabin was fantastic. Fresh air, good food, comfortable beds, exercise, horses and great people. Cannot say enough good things about this ranch. I was especially impressed with their commitment to the welfare of the animals, checking them over every day, and making their health and wellbeing a priority. Many of the staff there have worked for animal rescue and humane societies in the past and it shows in the care of their horses - the horses are well fed, in good condition, sweet and gentle. The place is clean and well cared for - everything was perfect. We cried when we had to leave.

This review is overdue. The service here is excellent. The…read morestaff go above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and that your food meets your satisfaction. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. I've had the duck confit in the past and last night I had the Ono special. Both were excellent. This place is definitely worth stopping at along one of your road trips or planning to visit if you live close enough!

This was the second time I visit this restaurant, a years ago for breakfast and I remember it was…read moreawesome!! This time we stop for dinner and to be honest it was a real treat!!! We got flatbread and grilled artichoke as appetizers and then I ordered the lamb chops and my son and daughter in law the filet mignon and I did the chocolate and berries cake at the end... the food is the finest all supervised by MIGUEL renowned chief in the Durango, Colorado region... I repeat a real treat !!! And best service you can find under a Italian Tuscan ambiance... worth to try

Super fun place. We were able to get in for a morning tour with just one day's notice and loved…read moremeeting the alpacas and Susan. We were able to meet mamas with babies born as recently as 4-5 days and even got to give out a few treats. We also met several of the older alpacas before hitting the store to pick up some socks and earrings (the tour is free, so please buy something). I definitely recommend this tour when you are in the Durango area.

The owner provided a personal tour of the alpaca farm. She was so friendly and knowledgeable we…read moreall walked away learning so much. The alpacas are so cute, but not friendly. So if you were hoping to hug, pet, and squeeze these adorable creatures best to buy a small stuffed version in the darling gift shop.