Nathrop, CO
16825 CR 162, Nathrop, CO, 81236
(719) 395-2353
About Us
Since 1954, Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch has operated as a family dude ranch. We specialize in creating experiences for you and your family to come together, strengthen relationships, create memories, and leave refreshed. Come be family here at Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch!
Your resort accommodations at Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch are different than virtually every other Colorado guest ranch with our offering of both lodge and cabins.
Cabins & Lodge
Our mountain cabins are spacious two, three or four bedroom vacation homes. Each cabin has a fully-equipped kitchen, living room/dining area, fireplace and deck with a view.
When you stay in our simple lodge rooms you are right in the heart of Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch. Downstairs from your room with private bath is the lodge lounge and fireplace, the front deck, and the ranch dining rooms.
SPECIAL EVENTS & WEDDINGS
Congratulations on your engagement! Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch & Hot Springs is ideally located between Mount Princeton and Mount Antero with spectacular views of the Chalk Cliffs from any point at the property. Ceremony sites at either the Chalk Cliffs or waterfront on Chalk Creek make the perfect backdrop for your wedding.
Centennial Hall or the historic Lodge gives you the choice of reception space for your celebration, depending on your desire. Our unique rustic historic Lodge or Cabins allows your guests to stay on property during your event.
Come, let Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch & Hot Springs with our 60+ years of hospitality help bring the vision of your event to life. You and your guests will have peace of mind to have a stress free day so you can enjoy your event to the fullest! Attention to detail is our specialty and we are committed to providing quality service to our clients and guests.
Please call the office directly and ask for the Catering and Event Manager for more wedding information.
WEDDING BACKDROP
WE ARE AN OPEN VENUE, SO WE ALLOW FOR YOU TO BRING IN YOUR OWN VENDORS!
WE ALSO ARE ADDING A NEW CEREMONY SITE NEXT TO CHALK CREEK SO YOU WILL HAVE A CHOICE BETWEEN THE CHALK CLIFFS OR CHALK CREEK AS YOUR WEDDING BACKDROP.
WEDDING PACKAGES
Ceremony sites at either the Chalk Cliffs or waterfront on Chalk Creek make the perfect backdrop for your wedding.
Centennial Hall or the historic Lodge gives you the choice of reception space for your celebration, depending on your desire.
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CHALK CLIFFS
Located at the top of the ranch and setting the wonderful backdrop for Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch are the one-of-a-kind Chalk Cliffs.
These cliffs are directly embedded into the side of Mount Princeton and are a wonderful hiking destination for guests of all ages.
Legend has it that there are gold bars and other treasures located in the cervices, giving the cliffs an air of beauty and mystery, encouraging many guests to hike up and explore the lower reaches of the area.
Though named the Chalk Cliffs, they are made of granite from which all other minerals have been leached, giving them a chalky texture and the ability to crumble when pressed.
MOUNT ANTERO
Of the two mountains that surround the ranch, Mount Antero is the most visible, with nearly every cabin on the property offering a spectacular and breathtaking view of the local 14er.
Providing scenery that inspires paintings, Antero makes up the southern side of the valley, rising another six thousand feet above the ranch.
Guests have the opportunity to scale the ridge that juts out from the mountain by horseback or hiking to reach Raspberry Gulch, situated on the eastern side of the mountain.
The whole area offers spectacular sight-seeing through the valley and a peaceful area to escape into the wilderness.
MOUNT PRINCETON
Mount Princeton is one of the many local fourteen thousand-foot mountains, commonly referred to as 14ers.
The mountain sets the expectation for arriving guests as it rises directly across from the main access road to the ranch, becoming the most prominent sight many guests will remember from their stay at Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch.
With the ranch located at the southern base of the mountain, guests will experience Mount Princeton in ways many others, both locals and tourists, are unable to.
A multitude of trails extend across the side of the mountain, allowing our ranch guests to explore and adventure across Mount Princeton at their leisure.
Amenities
Hospitality at Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch is exceptional, with our quality staff working to ensure your every need is met while enjoying your Colorado vacation. We offer a number of services and amenities throughout your stay, including our hot spring fed pools, hot tubs, sport court with pickleball, tennis, and basketball, hiking trails, corn hole, fire pit, and lawn games.
Double Story Beds
Storage
Television
Air Conditioning
Bathroom
Laundry
Wifi
Swimming Pool
And more
It is our goal that your time here at Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch meets all of your expectations. That’s why we have our Office staff available throughout your stay – to answer any questions, address any concerns, and let you know about our onsite amenities.
Trading Post
Our Trading Post, located next to the Office, is the perfect stop to gather any last-minute essentials you may have left at home. Whether you want to stock up on fly fishing supplies, pick up an authentic cowboy hat, or just forgot some toiletries, the DVR Trading Post has you covered.
We have a wide variety of souvenirs also available, from stationary and postcards to DVR clothing and hats. Handmade mugs, custom artwork, jewelry, and toys for the kids are also available. Be sure to stop by and see what we have to offer!
Centennial Hall
Centennial Hall is the heart of many activities on the ranch. The deck offers a great view of the ranch and the Chalk Cliffs and it’s the perfect spot to catch up with an old friend or make new memories.
Corn Hole
If you are looking for a fun activity to play on a quiet afternoon, try our corn hole boards. Grab a cool drink and stop by the corn hole boards for a friendly competition with family or some new friends. If you an experienced player or new to the game, this is a wonderful place to relax.
Sport Courts
Our Sport Courts are a multi-use court system that includes a new surface, two basketball hoops, and a full tennis, badminton, pickle ball, and volleyball net system. This invaluable addition to our summer programming also allows our retreat groups and expeditions to enjoy another engaging layer of Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch.
Hot Spring Pools & Hot Tubs
Centrally located on the ranch are two swimming pools* and two outdoor hot tubs, all fed with refreshing hot springs water. Deck chairs invite book-reading and napping. The sounds of children playing Marco Polo remind you that it is okay to just relax with no agenda. The hot tubs are a delight at any time, and they’re especially inviting at night under the spectacular star filled sky.
*Pools are open year round and may operate on a split schedule.
What Our Customers Are Saying
★★★★★
“Deer valley ranch was amazing! The staff from the office employees to the ranch hands to everybody else we ran into were so friendly and helpful! We had a wonderful time with a great, clean cabin to stay in.
The mountains are absolutely beautiful and we would totally go back to stay there again! If you want a ranch to stay at where you can go horse back riding, and also use their paddleboards on beautiful lake cottonwood, to hiking, to swimming and sitting in the hot tub, and so many other things to do there, give them a call. Your family will not regret it!!”
WONDERFUL VACATION
★★★★★
“Byron went out of his way to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Jackie made us the best omelets in the galaxy! The setting is beautiful, and the lodge rooms are rustic but comfortable. Our stay was during low season so we almost had the place to ourselves. Very quiet and uncrowded. Thanks for a memorable anniversary trip!”
RUSTIC RETREAT FOR A QUIET GETAWAY
★★★★★
Family Wedding Group
★★★★★
“We stayed in Alpine at DVR and had an amazing time! The rooms came stocked with everything we needed to cook and stay comfortable. The hospitality team did an incredible job catering to our group – we rented mountain bikes, did horse back riding and went to Mt. Princeton Hot Springs. If you interested in staying in Buena Vista, I would highly recommend Deer Valley Hot Springs Ranch. Love this place!”
DEER VALLEY RANCH HAS IT ALL!
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