Give thanks for family, friends, fellowship, and festivities. Pause and reflect in pristine mountain landscapes, gather with loved ones at our signature Thanksgiving dinner, and kick off the holiday season at the Ranch. Find our signature holiday events in orange.  **Holiday events are reserved for lodging guests only. Our Concierge Team will be in contact with you following your lodging reservation to assist with all holiday dining and activity reservations. Book now online or call: (970) 726-7000. To contact our…

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We're excited to bring together two of our favorite indulgences—decadent chocolates, and complementary wines. Our talented pastry chef will be crafting a variety of chocolates in-house, providing fresh and unique bites to excite your palate. We've enlisted our in-house sommelier to carefully select wines to pair with each chocolate. Sample a wide range of wines, learn a few things along the way, and most importantly, enjoy a truly scrumptious experience. Registration coming soon!

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Join us on a journey through the cosmos! This unique experience offers the opportunity to peer into the skies using a high-quality telescope along with expert astronomer, Luke. You'll learn about the formation of stars and galaxies, constellations and their folklore, how to take astrological measurements, and more. Top it all off with complimentary sparkling wine under the star-filled Rocky Mountain sky. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now! Reserve with our concierge by emailing concierge@devilsthumbranch.com or calling 970-726-7000…

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Get in the holiday spirit with craft cocktails that embrace the season! We'll be mixing up a Thanksgiving cocktail or two that you can customize to your taste. Learn a little bit about mixing drinks and our selection of spirits, then sit back and relax while you sip your creation. Registration coming soon.

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Help us countdown to the lighting of our Christmas tree and kick off the holiday season! Roast s'mores around the fire, sing Christmas carols and catch a cameo from some of our favorite horses from the herd as they parade in for the tree lighting. 5–5:20 PM: Grab festive drinks at Heck’s Bar5:30 PM: Ceremony to kick off the holiday season5:45 PM: Toast & Tree Lighting Moment6 PM: Guests come back in for seated dinner in Heck’s Reservations for Heck's…

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Start your morning with a gentle stretch, a touch of mindfulness, and panoramic mountain views. Join us daily for an hour long yoga practice for all abilities in the Ranch Creek Spa Yoga Studio. Space is limited, so please reserve in advance. Complimentary daily yoga classes are held year-round and reserved for Lodging Guests and Ranches Owners only. Spa treatment not required to attend. Please reserve with Ranch Creek Spa at (970) 726-1054.

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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…

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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 under the stars. Every Saturday and Sunday during the month of December, join us for holiday festivities to keep the fun going all month! *Holiday activities are reserved for…

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Heck's Tavern is reserved for lodging guests only at this time. Grab a drink and get cozy by the fireplace for live music every Monday and Friday in Heck's Tavern! From acoustic covers to bluegrass jam sessions, no trip to the Ranch is complete without a musical melody to bring our mountain surroundings to life!

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*Special events are reserved for lodging guests only.  Two Tour Times: 8:30 AM & 1:30 PM Experience a personal, transformative adventure into Rocky Mountain National Park where few others go. Dave Lively, a Certified Interpretive Guide, and Certified Tour Guide will shine a light on the rich history of “Rocky” in a way that brings adventures of people of the past to life. With stories and one-of-a-kind photos, he will connect you to events and personal journeys from the past,…

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