Avalanche Ranch

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This ranch is set on the back of Mt Sopris alongside Avalanche Creek (north of Redstone), with 13 cabins, three wagons and a ranch house. Cabins are well appointed with kitchens, sleeping lofts and front porches, but the real appeal are the three geothermal pools lined with river rocks. (They are open to nonguests, but you must reserve.)

Cabins require a three-night minimum stay in summer. The property also has a fleet of bikes and a canoe available for guest use.


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