BLUE LAKE RANCH
16919 Highway 140 · Hesperus, CO 81326 · 970-385-4537
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Renowned for its natural and xeriscape plantings of hardy, high-altitude heirloom and ornamental perennials and annuals, including many unavailable flowers like Hybrid Petunia, Icelandic Poppy, and Flander's Poppy. Also raise dry-land German Bearded Iris and Peonies. Overnight guests are welcomed.
HOURS: Daily
SEASON: All year, winter activities are limited
TOURS: Garden tours by appointment
ORGANIC: No
EVENTS: Early June Iris sale, featuring Iris, Peonies, and various bedding plants.
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BLUE MOUNTAIN GARDENS
13020 Road M · Dove Creek, CO 81324 · 970-562-3069
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Greenhouse, seedlings, houseplants, perennials, nursery stock. Internship opportunities available. "Growing in harmony with nature." Working farm vacations.
HOURS: Wednesday - Sunday, 10 am-6 pm
SEASON: May to August; call during off-season
TOURS: Please call ahead for farm tours
ORGANIC: No
EVENTS: Specializing in heirloom vegetables, dried flowers, and perennials.
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CANYON OF THE ANCIENTS GUEST RANCH
7986 Road G · Cortez, CO 81321 · 970-565-4288
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Surround yourself in beauty while staying on a working farmstead that offers organic gardens and free range eggs. Select your own veggies for dinner. U-pick gardens and a produce stand are also open without a stay at the ranch.
HOURS: : Call ahead. Normal farm hours in summer are 8 am-5 pm
SEASON: Open all year, produce available in growing season
TOURS: : Petroglyph tour on property is fee-based
ORGANIC: Yes
EVENTS: U-Pick Garden and Produce Stand. Call ahead
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CHERRY CREEK MOUNTAIN RANCH
7053 Road 105 · Hesperus, CO 81326 · 970-588-2289
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Be part of ranch life on a small family operated cattle ranch. Sleep in a rustic cabin. Hike the open range. Feel the solitude and tranquility of country life - enjoy a camp fire - enjoy a big Ranch Hand Breakfast before helping with morning chores.
HOURS: Daily, by reservation only
SEASON: Open all year
TOURS: Free to cabin guests. Breakfast and tour fee charged, and by reservation only.
EVENTS: Seasonal hayrides. Call for times and fees
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DEAD PINON RANCH
11749 Road 33.25 · Cortez, CO 81321 · 970-565-8907
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Demonstration of Agro-forestry management of Pinon-Juniper forest and sustainable dryland grazing management. Modern pithouse incorporating ancestral Indian design available for overnight guests, with minimum two night stay. Explore canyons, Pinon/juniper forest, and rangelands.
HOURS: Call ahead
SEASON: All year
TOURS: By arrangement, call ahead
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DEGOATSANDSHEEP RANCH
9397 Road 502 · Bayfield, CO 81122 · 970-844-0502
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An organic-oriented working ranch located 18 miles from Durango. We are committed to sustainable living with our garden, animals, and home in coordination with our natural environment. Relax and enjoy the peace and beauty of our ranch. Learn about the maintenance and production of animals, fiber and food.
HOURS: 8 am-6 pm, March - October
SEASON: All year for cabin and tours. In winter 4-wheel drive required
TOURS: Free for those staying on ranch. $10 per group for visitors
ORGANIC: Not completely
EVENTS: Private lessons in spinning, knitting, or fiber-related activities available on request. $25 per lesson (daily rate)
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EAST PINES RANCH
23589 Road M · Cortez, CO 81321 · 970-565-6439
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We are a Southwestern Colorado working cattle ranch. We raise natural beef and invite you to join us for a time in the saddle as a guest wrangler. Join our outfit for a week or less and work alongside real cowboys ridin' the range, mindin' the herd, and livin' the cowboy life.
HOURS: Daily
SEASON: All year
TOURS: Cattle Drives
ORGANIC: Natural Grass Fed Beef
EVENTS: Authentic Cattle Drives
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NEVER M/T CIRCLE RANCH
6852 Road 21 · Cortez, Co 81321 · 970-564-1669
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Visit a working farm with farm animals, hay production, greenhouse and garden, scenic canyon views, and hiking opportunities.
HOURS: Call ahead
SEASON: All year
TOURS: Visitors welcome free of charge. Produce available for sale during growing season.
ORGANIC: Naturally grown, not certified organic.
EVENTS: Farm is available to host parties and special events. Guest house is available for rent for an authentic "farm stay."
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TURNING BEYOND RANCH
11719 Road 105 · Mancos, CO 81328 · 970-533-1584
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Turning Beyond Ranch is located in the beautiful Cherry Creek Valley, between Mancos and Durango. Join us for a farm stay vacation. Check our website for special events and product availability. Meat from Turning Beyond Ranch is available at Let It Grow Nursery and Garden Market, 90 Mildred Road in Cortez.
HOURS: Call
SEASON: By Appointment
TOURS: Tours and educational programs and demonstrations available for groups, please make advance appointment
ORGANIC: No
EVENTS: Check website
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