What to Expect

Every month is a little different here at Vista Verde Ranch so check out what it might look like at the ranch when you are looking to travel.

January

FYI: Adults only starting right after the New Year’s holiday. January is the time for romantic getaways, girlfriend weekends, and solo travelers looking to enjoy a winter ranch experience in the company of other adventurous folks.
Average hi/low temps: 36/16
Average days of snow: 16
Guest count: typically 20-30
Activities: typically all winter activities are offered

FYI: Adults only until President’s Day weekend, then open for families. This is prime winter season, so there is typically plenty of snow and the ranch is buzzing with activity.
Average hi/low temps: 39/17
Average days of snow: 13
Guest count: typically 20-30 during adult only, 40-50 during family times
Activities: typically all winter activities are offered unless there is an extreme late February thaw

FYI: Open for families. March can feel like winter, or it can be slushy and muddy and spring-like. The further into the month, the more likely you will get spring conditions.
Average hi/low temps: 47/23
Average days of snow: 14
Guest count: typically 40-50
Activities: with the Spring melt, some winter activities are no longer offered or modified

While the snow is melting and the mud drying up, we are closed down for the month of April!

What are we doing in April?

May is one of those “be prepared for anything” months. There might be snow on the ground and some activities are adjusted, or it might be 80 degrees and we’re all hanging out by the pool. Plan on crisp mornings and evenings for sure!
FYI: Open for the season beginning Memorial Day weekend
Average hi/low temps: 63/37
Average days of precipitation: 10
Guest count: typically ~50
Activities: The rivers are high, and there is still snow and mud at higher elevations, so some summer activities are limited such as fly fishing, mountain biking, and high elevation riding.

FYI: We’re still in the “be prepared for anything” mindset during the first part of June, as it’s really springtime here at the ranch. Plan on crisp mornings and evenings for sure!
Average hi/low temps: 74/46
Average days of precipitation: 5
Guest count: typically ~50
Activities: Early in June the rivers are high, and there is still snow and mud at higher elevations, so some summer activities are limited such as fly fishing, mountain biking, and high elevation riding. Towards the middle of June typically all summer activities are available but fly fishing is still more challenging due to fast water.

The aspens are changing, and the weather is cooling down. Plan on frosty mornings and crisp evenings.
FYI: Adults only the whole month
Average hi/low temps: 70/44
Average days of precipitation: 8
Guest count: typically ~30
Activities: Summer activities are all available, but dependent on weather as we can get more variation in weather this month. Trail rides and mountain biking may be adjusted if conditions are muddy and slick.

FYI: Adults only until we close towards the end of the month. October is a “be prepared for anything” months. It might be snowing and it might be warm and sunny! Plan on frosty mornings and crisp evenings.
Average hi/low temps: 57/34
Average days of precipitation: 10
Guest count: ~30
Activities: Water sports (paddle boarding and the pool) are not offered due to cooler temperatures, and some activities will be adjusted if conditions are muddy and slick.

It’s time to relax by the fire and stay out of the mud and snow, so we are closed for the month!

What are we doing in November?

FYI: We open middle of the month, and often times the snow is still accumulating so it might feel like fall or it might be a winter wonderland!
Average hi/low temps: 35/16
Average days of precipitation: 15
Guest count: ~50
Activities: As the snowpack is building in December, we offer winter activities as they become available based on snowpack and temperatures.