WELCOME TO CHEROKEE PARK RANCH

COME FIND YOUR WILDERNESS

Voted America’s #1 Dude Ranch by USA Today!

Warmly welcoming guests since 1886, Cherokee Park Ranch is a family-owned, all-inclusive Colorado dude ranch located in Livermore, Colorado, just north of Fort Collins—and two hours from Denver’s airport—in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. We specialize in unforgettable family ranch vacations, horseback riding experiences, and authentic Western getaways.

Whether you’re planning a family vacation, romantic honeymoon, family reunion, or a relaxing getaway with friends, our Colorado dude ranch offers something for everyone. Guests of all ages can enjoy horseback riding, outdoor adventures, and the peaceful beauty of the mountains.

At Cherokee Park Ranch, we believe in creating meaningful connections—“Come as strangers, leave as family.” In fact, 86% of our guests return, making us one of the most loved all-inclusive ranch vacations in Colorado.

ABOUT THE RANCH

All-INCLUSIVE FAMILY DUDE RANCH VACATION

FEATURED ACTIVITIES

RIVER FLY FISHING

Catch a brown trout on the North Fork of the Cache La Poudre River.
Cast Away

HORSEBACK RIDE

You choose what type of riding you would like to do each day.
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SQUARE DANCE

Our friendly square dance caller will help you dance the night away!
Boot, Skoot…

SUNRISE TO SUNSET

Dining Service

Pull up a chair at our table for some dude ranch dining! All of our meals are designed to satisfy all cowboy appetites, both hearty and light.

HOME COOKIN’

OLD WEST + MODERN AMENITIES

LODGING

Colorado Dude Ranch vacation accommodations in Cherokee Park include our 120-year-old log lodge suites and six outlying cabins. All lodging units have porches with swings for you to sit on and relax as the river flows nearby. Elk, mule deer, coyotes, and bald eagles are just a few of the native animals you may see from your front porch.

SETTLE IN

“The most unique family vacation we have ever had! Fresh air, beautiful area, amazing trail rides, good food and a friendly, welcoming staff! We loved every minute of the week!”

JC HALL, VIRGINIA

Whether you were born in the saddle or have never mounted a horse, our herd of 130 horses means we’ll pair you with the perfect horse to meet your riding needs and exceed your expectations of a dude ranch vacation

Cherokee Park Ranch is permitted to operate by the Roosevelt National Forest and Colorado Division of Wildlife.

PROUD MEMBERS OF

The Dude Ranchers’ Association was formed in 1926 to preserve this special way of life and the wonderful environment in which dude ranching takes place. When you vacation at a Dude Ranchers’ Association Dude Ranch, you can be sure of a quality vacation. Membership in the Association is a rigorous two year inspection and approval process, to ensure that guests are treated to genuine western hospitality combined with the lodging industry’s highest standards.

For over 70 years the Colorado Dude and Guest Ranch Association has maintained specific qualification for membership. We also require our members to maintain a horse program that adheres to our strict, high standards. Each ranch is regularly inspected for compliance to these qualifications and standards. We also check for cleanliness, appropriately maintained facilities, hospitality, and honest representation in each ranch’s promotional messages. Each member ranch strives to meet or exceed your expectations.

AWARDS

“Best Dude Ranch”
 2023 Winner – USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award 

Trip Advisor Award Of Excellence
Trip Advisor Award Of Excellence
Equitreking Top 20 Ranches