As the sun sets over both our historic Grand Lodge and the lands surrounding our ranch, you may find yourself reflectively musing over the history of this magical part of the southwest. You wouldn’t be the first! Settle onto one of the couches in the East Room, while daydreaming about the heroes, pioneers and even villains of the past, who traveled through this fabled land of ours. This is often a great time to ask Doug, Linda, David or Jane, to tell you a story or two of their own about the glory days of yesteryear.

Of course, many guests simply enjoy curling up in front of our grand old double-sided fireplace, catching up on the day’s adventures with new friends and a cup of coffee. Or, perhaps helping themselves to our library where one can discover much more about our storied local history. Our office and Trading Post can provide essentials you may have forgotten to pack for your vacation, and we can always pick up other items for you on our bi-weekly town runs. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, water, fruit and snacks are always available in the dining room, and of course the family or staff are always happy to help you should you need anything at any time. We truly believe in that personal touch here at the ranch!

Outside you can enjoy a game of volleyball or basketball or swim in the heated pool or soak your weary muscles in our reinvigorating poolside hot tub. However, if even that sounds all too strenuous, your best bet may simply be to claim one of the open lazy rocking chairs on our inviting lodge front porch, while enjoying the hummingbirds, the open skies and reflecting on yet another perfect day at Rainbow Trout Ranch.