Gourmet Cuisine at One of the Best Dude Ranches in Colorado

Dude ranch. Gourmet cuisine. Strange bedfellows these two phrases. When some people think of "dude ranch vacations" they picture a guy named Cookie whipping up bacon and beans in the sagebrush. Well, we are sorry to disappoint anyone who has such a colorful imagination, but as the only Colorado dude ranch with a membership in the prestigious Relais & Chateaux, we won't pussyfoot around the subject: our food is amazing.

For those that may not know, Relais & Chateaux is French for "this place has truly incredible food."

The exquisite food at The Home Ranch has been called "haute mountain cuisine" and designated as "cooking of the highest standard." We have been duly praised by Bon Apetit, Gourmet, Food and Wine, etc...(but its not polite to brag.) Mainly we believe an all inclusive vacation at our Colorado dude ranch is more than just a vacation, it is a culinary getaway of the highest order.

Our kitchen caters to guests with special dietary considerations. Just ask us.

It would be fair to say that the greatest value of an all inclusive vacation at The Home Ranch is the opportunity to indulge in Clyde's culinary creations at every meal. In fact, the only way to eat here is to stay here, which is why some of our guests come just to indulge in the food. Because in spite of all the wonderful activities and adventures we offer our guests, the communal dining room at The Home Ranch is the heart and soul of the place; a warm and inviting room where our guests come together as a kind of large extended family to share stories of the day, and to make lasting friendships. So we invite you to come relax and unwind and spend some time at one of the best dude ranches in Colorado, with one of the most welcoming and satisfying dining rooms in the country. No reservations. No waiting. No checks. No tipping required. Just exquisite dining at every meal, every day of your stay.


"the menu for the bonfire dinner on the last night-served on picnic tables across a small stream from the main lodge, includes grilled cherrystone clams, tender filet mignon, and fresh lobster tails..." Departures

"The menu changes daily, anticipating seasonal offerings and locally sourced game and organics with lively combinations, fresh flavors, and dishes featuring Colorado game." Colorado

"this was cooking of the highest standard using fresh, local produce with a good sense of the environs, done with great imagination and flair. Service was easy, competent, friendly and unobtrusive. " Relais and Chateaux