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THE RANCH AT EMERALD VALLEY

Indulge in an all-inclusive wilderness getaway with endless activities and luxurious amenities.

The Experience

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Situated in the heart of a lush valley and surrounded by the Pike National Forest, The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley offers an immersive, all-inclusive atmosphere where the experience can be as active or as restorative as you’d like.

Whether you are seeking a romantic getaway or a family vacation, The Ranch’s stunning natural surroundings, exceptional service, and top-notch amenities are an ideal destination for a luxurious mountain getaway.

Wake up to cowboy coffee served around a fire pit, savor a hearty breakfast, and then set out to explore the surrounding trails on daily guided hikes, horseback rides, or by mountain bike. The Ranch’s expert guides can offer a wealth of knowledge about the history of the area.

After lunch, you can play volleyball, pitch horseshoes, go canoeing, fly fishing, or try your hand at archery. Meals are served in the Main Lodge, with personalized table service and a variety of tasty options prepared onsite by Broadmoor chefs using fresh, local ingredients. The Ranch also hosts buffet-style cookouts on Wednesday and Saturday evenings, with lobster tails, prime rib, trout, fried chicken, salads, homemade cobbler, and more, as well as live music.

Enjoy an after-dinner beverage around the firepit or soak in a hot tub overlooking a small lake before retiring to your comfortably appointed cabin.

Where you’ll stay

Accommodations at The Ranch at Emerald Valley are available in one, two, and three-bedroom configurations, each of which is designed with the utmost attention to detail. From the comfortable furnishings to the handcrafted textiles and Western-themed art, every aspect of the cabin has been carefully selected to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

In addition to the stylish decor, each cabin is also equipped with modern amenities that ensure a comfortable and convenient stay. For example, gas fireplaces provide a cozy ambiance, while heated floors in the bathrooms offer a welcome comfort on chilly mornings.

What you’ll do

The all-inclusive Ranch at Emerald Valley offers a variety of daily activities, including:

• Guided horseback riding

• Guided hikes

• Mountain biking

• Archery

• Fly fishing

• Yoga

• Lawn games and more

.ESSENTIALS. THE RANCH AT EMERALD VALLEY

The Broadmoor’s Ranch at Emerald Valley is available April through October. Accommodations are ten one- and twobedroom guest cabins, with a maximum of 32 guests at any given time. Guests staying at the all-inclusive Ranch can also enjoy the activities and amenities available at the main resort. Visit Broadmoor. com or call (855) 498-7558 for information and reservations.

.ESSENTIALS. CLOUD CAMP

The Broadmoor’s Cloud Camp is available April through October. Guests staying at the all-inclusive retreat have all the fabulous Broadmoor amenities at their disposal, with regularly scheduled shuttle service to the main campus. Visit Broadmoor.com or call (855) 498-7558 for information and reservations.

Cloud Camp

Discover the enchanting appeal of this all-inclusive mountaintop retreat.

The Experience

Perched atop Cheyenne Mountain at an elevation of 9,200 feet, The Broadmoor’s Cloud Camp provides a unique experience that’s worlds removed from the ordinary. Guests have the option of arriving in style by a chauffeured vehicle, hiking, or via a guided mule ride.

As the camp is often above the clouds in the early morning hours, watching the sunrise with a steaming cup of coffee in hand is an enchanting experience. Meals are served in the Main Lodge, an impressive stone-and-timber building inspired by National Park architecture, complete with two large stone fireplaces and adorned with Western memorabilia.

Cloud Camp boasts an array of daily activities, including hiking, pickleball at the mountaintop court, yoga, archery, and the daily Cooking Club, a beloved Broadmoor tradition. Guests can also participate in guided excursions, such as a mule ride or a hike to Seven Falls. Alternatively, they can unwind with a good book in a hammock or on the Main Lodge’s wraparound deck, which offers stunning panoramic views.

Pre-dinner cocktails and canapés are served in the Main Lodge, followed by a multi-course meal prepared by Broadmoor chefs and served at a stately communal dining table. Evenings typically end around the fire pit with s’mores and hot chocolate under a canopy of stars before retiring to comfortable, luxurious accommodations in anticipation of another day above the clouds.

Where you’ll stay

Accommodations are fifteen comfortably appointed one and two-bedroom guest cabins nestled into the forested summit, with a pair of outdoor hot tubs nearby. Additionally, the Main Lodge offers seven guest rooms, including a honeymoon suite.

The lofty Fire Tower Suite, perched on a promontory high above the camp, provides the ultimate in privacy with sleeping quarters on its first floor, a private hot tub, a wraparound deck, and a second-story study that affords 360-degree views.

Guests staying at the all-inclusive retreat will also have all the fabulous Broadmoor amenities at their disposal, with regularly scheduled shuttle service to the main campus.

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