Red Feather Lakes, Colorado
THE EXPERIENCE
Where Every Moment Tells a Story
Elk Mountain Ranch calls itself Colorado’s highest guest ranch, at about 9,600 feet near Buena Vista, in the part of the Rockies with the largest cluster of 14,000-foot peaks in the lower 48 states. Tom and Sue Murphy run it and have been in dude ranching for more than 25 years.
Riding is the most popular activity, and Tom is a firm believer in natural horsemanship, with horses trained fairly and patiently so they suit both beginners and experienced riders. The other highlight is a full day of white-water rafting on the Arkansas River, often called Colorado’s whitewater capital. There are also archery, marksmanship and trapshooting tournaments, and the kitchen has a following of its own, from eggs Benedict and brandied French toast to beef tenderloin.
Elk Mountain is a summer ranch. Ask the ranch for current season dates, stay lengths and rates.
Price Range
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Accommodations
Cabins
Riding Level
Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons
Summer
ADVENTURES AWAIT
Activities & Experiences
Archery
Clay shooting
Horseback riding
Horsemanship
Shooting sports
Whitewater rafting
COMFORT & CARE
Amenities
No amenities listed yet.
Questions about Elk Mountain Ranch
How high is Elk Mountain Ranch?
About 9,600 feet; the ranch calls itself Colorado's highest guest ranch.
Is rafting included at Elk Mountain Ranch?
The ranch offers a full day of white-water rafting on the Arkansas River; ask what is included in your stay.
Who runs Elk Mountain Ranch?
Tom and Sue Murphy, who have been in dude ranching for more than 25 years.
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Buena Vista, Colorado