Vail Valley Summer Activities - Horseback Riding / Ranches

The following ranches are a great way to spend a say or two in the Colorado high country. These Ranches have a superb staffing, great track records, and all work with our concierge to ensure you have the western experience of a lifetime!

4 Eagle Ranch: The ranch has been entertaining guests to the Vail Valley for over 12 years in a private valley setting, just 30 minutes from Vail and Beaver Creek. Homesteaded in the 1880s, original cabins, open pastureland and beautiful high mountain views contribute to a Genuine Colorado Experience. Hearty lunches, featuring big burgers, salads and  “award-winning” chili are available daily through the summer. Western Family Nights, offered on select Wednesdays in July and August, have become a summer tradition. If you are looking for a unique venue to hold a private party, they specialize in groups.

Lazy J Ranch: Make it a LAZY J DAY. There’s not much time to be lazy at the Lazy J Ranch, unless you want to be lazy. If you’re looking for adventure, you’ve come to the right place. Home of the Vail Rod & Gun Club, the Lazy J is a ranch rich in history as it is in natural resources. Nestled in the Vail Valley, just ten miles west of Beaver Creek, it’s a rustic club and Ranch, with 4,000 scenic acres spread before you. There’s something for everyone. In SUMMER you can Fly Fishing, Clay Shooting, Horseback Riding or go on a Cattle Drives. Then we have interesting combinations like our Cast and Blast, Horse Flies and Caddis Flies. Hike or just plain relax. In WINTER we have Guided Snowmobile Tours, Snow Shoeing, X-Country Tours & Ice Skating. The ranch offers these fun filled days for whatever season you are visiting Colorado’s high county.

Piney River Ranch: Experience a Piney River Horseback riding adventure, the most scenic horseback riding tour in the Vail Valley!  Not only are we in Vail’s backyard but you can experience the breathtaking views of the Gore Mountain Range, crossings on the Piney River itself and soak in the high mountain Aspen scenery with the help of our experienced Wranglers. Vail Weddings at Piney: Piney River Ranch with its pristine lake and mountains is one of Colorado’s most photographed sites. Piney is a glorious site for a Rocky Mountain Wedding. The historic ranch is located just 11 miles north of the famous Vail Resort. Our wedding deck seats 175 and reaches out over the shimmering waters of Piney Lake with the awesome backdrop of the Gore Mountain Range. The ranch has two covered pavilions with a 250 person seating capacity.