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November 2024
Snow Season Daily Activities
*All activities are reserved for overnight lodging guests and Ranches owners only, weather-dependent, and require advanced reservations. Complimentary: Yoga, Hikes, and Movies DAILY SCHEDULE: 8:30 AM - Daily Yoga | meditation after class 9:00 AM - Private Ski Lesson: Classic & Skate 10:00 AM - Group Guided Fat Bike Tour | Kids' Group Classic Ski Lesson (Saturday Only) | Yoga (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday) 11:00 AM - Intro to Classic Skiing/Skate Skiing (Group Lesson) | Winter Horseback Ride 11:30 AM…
Christmas Tree Cutting
Cut your own Christmas tree at the Ranch this holiday season! When you stay with us between Nov. 30 and Dec. 25, you can take a little piece of your Rocky Mountain stay home with you! Bundle up, prepare the hot cocoa, and wander into the peaceful woods in search of the perfect tree. While your tree is not for use on site, you can take it home to decorate and enjoy all holiday season long (go ahead, leave it…
December 2024
Tommelfest 2024 & Devil’s Thumb Ranch Nordic Center 50th Anniversary Celebration
Help us celebrate 50 magnificent years of Nordic skiing tradition at the Ranch! Raise your glogg (old-fashioned Swedish spiced wine) for our annual Tommelfest celebration! Kick off the beginning of the winter season at our Viking-themed Nordic festival with free skate & classic cross country ski lessons from DTR Ski Instructors & CU Ski Team Coaches, keg toss, Swedish meatballs, and more–all in the spirit of the first cross-country skiers from Norway and Sweden where the sport originated. In addition…
Paint & Sip
With a paintbrush in one hand and a wine glass in the other, create a keepsake masterpiece inspired by the natural beauty of our Rocky Mountain setting. Artists of all ages are welcome, however must be 21 years of age or older to sip on wine. Space is limited, so save your spot in advance! Paint & Sip classes are $50 per adult, $25 for kids 12 and under, and reserved for Lodging Guests only. Reservations are required and space…
Christmas 2024 at the Ranch
Devil's Thumb Ranch was named a top 3 destination for spending the Christmas Holiday in the United States in 2023 by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine, and for good reason! A white Christmas here is more than just a dream, but a certainty in the Rocky Mountains. Dash through blankets of snow on horseback or sleigh ride, or slow down for a scenic tour on skis or snowshoes. Spend silent nights strolling under twinkling lights or wrapped up by the fire…
Moon Yoga
Align movement with intention in this relaxing, empowering, and thoughtful yoga practice. After a gentle flow, venture inward for meditation and journaling to guide you through setting intentions. All abilities and experience levels welcome. Open to public with exclusive early access to the spa amenities (Cedar Sauna and Eucalyptus Steam Room with our custom Diamond Bar Tea in the Relaxation Lounges with snacks and Adult Coloring Books!) Integrative Restorative Yoga Mindful Meditation Aromatherapy Inhalation Experience Setting the Intention Complimentary Journal…
Skijoring Clinic
Life is more fun with a dog, and hitting the ski trails is no different! Head out on the award-winning Nordic ski trails and learn to work as a team with your four-legged friend! Easy and fun to learn, skijoring is a great way for you and your pup to get outside and enjoy the trails all winter. You must bring your own pet. We recommend you only bring dogs in good shape and at least 35 pounds for their…
January 2025
Full Moon Ski Tour
Join our guided cross-country ski tours under the light of the full moon. Ski through our Rocky Mountain winter wonderland. Reservations & Check-In: Zach's Mercantile (970) 726-8231, Group limited to 8 people. Ages 8+ Cost: $30 per person. Equipment and Trail Pass not included (equipment and trail pass to be purchased at Zach's Mercantile Shop). Experience: Must know how to Classic/Skate Cross-country ski. Full Wolf Moon, January 11th, 6-7:30 PM Full Snow Moon, February 15th, 6-7:30 PM Full Worm Moon, March 15th, 6:00-7:30 PM
2025 Stagecoach Classic 30k & 15k race – 15k Ski Tour
Devil's Thumb Ranch and the Winter Park/Fraser Chamber are happy to present the 9th annual 30km, 15km, and 3k kids classic-only cross country ski race and tour! The event will start and finish at Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa. An end of race celebration will be located at Broad Axe Barn with food and beer. Register Now!