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Come "discover your inner cowboy" at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch in Colorado!

Named "Best Family Vacation" by Frommer's Colorado guidebook & rated among the “Top Ten Colorado Dude Ranches” by True West Magazine.

North America > USA > Colorado > Loveland
Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch is an hour's drive from Denver, and an hour and fifteen minutes from Denver International Airport. The Ranch is located on the banks of the beautiful Big Thompson River, just West of Loveland on the way to Estes Park and not far from Boulder, Colorado. Nearby attractions include the Rocky Mountain National Park, unique shopping districts, art and sculpture shows, and five golf courses, all within 30 minutes. The main Ranch is at 5,325 feet elevation and rises to 7,500 feet at Cow Camp and Cedar Park Meadows. Enjoy our 3,200 acres of Colorado beauty!

Leisure and sports activities available near the property

Leisure and sports activities available near the property

	nearby / on the property	Not more than a 15 min. walk away	Not more than a 15 min. drive away	Not more than a 90 min. drive away
Restaurants
National Historic Sites
Theater
Galleries / Museum
Cinema
Shopping
Fitness Center
Lake/river for swimming
Fishing
White-Water Rafting
Golf course
Tennis court
Hiking
Mountain climbing
Wildlife Viewing
Birding

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Information about the riding facility / horse farm/ranch

Information about the riding facility / horse farm/ranch
Category Horse Trekking Station, Dude/Guest Ranch, Working Ranch, Cattle Ranch, Riding Stable, Western Riding Stable, Hotel for Horsemen

Opening:	all-year
Guest Capacity:	>50
Minimum age for guests:	no limitation
General description: Named "Best Family Vacation" by Frommer's Colorado guidebook & rated among the “Top Ten Colorado Dude Ranches” by True West Magazine.
Amenities/equipment of the riding facility Riding facility Round pen Sea / River / Ocean for horses Riding area / bridle-path		Details of the Riding area Welcome to our historic working cattle ranch in the Rocky Mountain foothills. Cattle drives, overnight pack trips, western riding instruction, scenic trail rides, fishing, hay rides & so much more!
More details of the property The Jessups invite you to saddle up & experience the authentic cowboy culture of America's historic West. We'll help make your summer vacation the best ever! Give us a call 877-667-3999.

What we have to offer

What we have to offer
Horses for guests available Riding lessons - Riding classes Accommodation for one night only Short Term stays (2-5 days) Weekend stays Weekly Family Trips Group activities Honeymoon Packages Weddings accommodation for Non-Riders too Reduction for Non-Riders Supervised Children's Activities (no limitation) Help wanted / desirable		Roping Horseshoe pitching Archery Dancing (classes) Fishing Massage Evening program Barbecues
Additional Animals on the property: Sylvan Dale is home to 95 Registered Quarter Horses and has a beautiful herd of Saler and Gelbvieh cattle.

Horses available in our riding program

Horses available in our riding program
Number of Horses:	in all >20 Horses are available.
Kind of Horses:	For Beginners, For Advanced Riders, Horses height 148 cm & up
Riding (Trained for / Saddle):	Western, For guided Trail Rides
More information of the Horses for rent (Breed - Training etc.) Our horses are breed & raised here at the ranch. We have our stallion on site & take pride in the training of our horses.

Riding program

Riding program
with horses for rent Guided Trail Rides by the hour rides All-day Rides Pack Trips / Horse Trekking Weekend Rides Short Week 3-5 days 5-8 days	Trailrides on request Wagon Trips Cattle Drive
Minimum age for Trail Rides:	Children age 6 & up
Riding experience:	Little experience required
Demand on rider:	little demands
Big/Heavy Riders:	max. 100 kg - 220 lbs
Notes and supplements for the Trail Rides / Riding Program Riding is available for 6 years and under at our arena.

Training - Riding lessons - Riding classes

Training - Riding lessons - Riding classes
General information of the Training:	Trained Horses available, Private Lessons, Group Instruction
Riding Lessons for:	For Beginners, For Advanced Riders, especially for Children, especially for older Riders
Minimum Age for Riding Classes:	age 4 & up
Riding Classes / Lessons	Western Riding
Special Classes	Various programs available call for details 877-667-3999.

Guest lodgings

Guest lodgings
26 Cabins with own bathroom
>25 Cabins :	no details

Catering

Catering
Kind of Catering:	Breakfast on request possible, Half-board on request possible, Full-board on request possible, Vegetarian Meals, Wholesome food

General information of the accommodation

General information of the accommodation
Special features:	Handicap accessible, Pool available, Whirlpool/hot tub, Internet access
More information of the accommodation:	All 26 lodging units (including cabins, guest houses, & lodge units) have private baths, & alarm clocks. Several have fireplaces, & our guest houses have full kitchens.

Rates and contact
Rates of the Horses for rent

Rates for renting a Horse:	30,00 Dollar per hour / Horse
Notes to the rental costs:	Various rates and packages available. Call for details 877-667-3999.

Contact

	Company:	Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch
	First name:	Mary
	Last name:	Bahus-Meyer
	Country:	USA
	Phone:	+ 1 877 667-3999
	Phone 2:	+ 1 970 667-3915
	Fax:	+ 1 970 635-9336

You can contact us with the following languages:
English

Open everyday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Mountain Standard Time

E-Mail address: Inquiry