Recreation at Snow Mountain Ranch in Winter Park
It doesn't matter if you're a group, family reunion or individual guest -- Snow Mountain Ranch provides dynamic programs for everyone! In our unique mountain setting, you can experience the serenity of the landscape and the excitement of our adventure programs.
We invite you to give us a call and we will help you develop a customized experience. The Program Department can be reached at (970) 887-2152 Ext. 4130 or 4131.
FAMILY PROGRAMS DAY AND NIGHT
Your week may include musical performances, art classes, dancing, wildlife and forest education, sports tournaments, family campfires, night hikes and just plain family fun! Just check out the “Guest Bulletin” when you arrive.
INDOOR RECREATION
The Kiva Center
The Snow Mountain Ranch's Kiva Center is the home for indoor recreation. You will find roller-skating, basketball, volleyball, ping-pong and foosball. As a Snow Mountain Ranch guest, there is no additional charge for use of these activities. You are also welcome to bring your own roller-blades. The Kiva Center is occasionally completely or partially closed for use as meeting space. There are certian dates when the Kiva Center is closed for private groups, please click here for the summer closure dates.
The Snow Mountain Ranch's Kiva Center is the home for indoor recreation. You will find roller-skating, basketball, volleyball, ping-pong and foosball. As a Snow Mountain Ranch guest, there is no additional charge for use of these activities. You are also welcome to bring your own roller-blades. The Kiva Center is occasionally completely or partially closed for use as meeting space. There are certian dates when the Kiva Center is closed for private groups, please click here for the summer closure dates.
Indoor Climbing Wall and Bouldering
Our 22-foot indoor climbing wall is located in the Kiva Center and offers climbing challenges and fun for all abilities. We offer 90-minute climbing sessions throughout the day on a year-round basis. A session is open to 15 participants for $5.00 per person. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult, all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, 18 or older.
Our 22-foot indoor climbing wall is located in the Kiva Center and offers climbing challenges and fun for all abilities. We offer 90-minute climbing sessions throughout the day on a year-round basis. A session is open to 15 participants for $5.00 per person. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult, all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, 18 or older.
Craft Shop
The Snow Mountain Ranch Craft Shop is available to guests year-round and has projects available for all ages and abilities. You can select from a variety of activities including leather craft, sun catchers, tie-dye shirts, walking sticks, jewelry making, and beading. Look for specialty classes including stained glass, leather work and much more. Craft Shop fees vary and are based on the crafts that you select. The Craft Shop is opened daily during the summer. Winter hours will vary.
The Snow Mountain Ranch Craft Shop is available to guests year-round and has projects available for all ages and abilities. You can select from a variety of activities including leather craft, sun catchers, tie-dye shirts, walking sticks, jewelry making, and beading. Look for specialty classes including stained glass, leather work and much more. Craft Shop fees vary and are based on the crafts that you select. The Craft Shop is opened daily during the summer. Winter hours will vary.
Library
Located across the street from the Program Building, there are books and games for everyone.
Located across the street from the Program Building, there are books and games for everyone.
Swimming Pool
Snow Mountain Ranch offers a 25 yard indoor swimming pool for lap and recreational swimming and a sauna. Lifeguards are on duty during all swimming hours. Our guard to swimmer ratio is 1:20; our pool's capacity is 100 people. Please call the program office 2 weeks in advance if you will be bringing a large group to swim so we can plan accordingly. We also have towels available at the pool for your convenience. The YMCA pool is available for no additional charge to guests and members.
Snow Mountain Ranch offers a 25 yard indoor swimming pool for lap and recreational swimming and a sauna. Lifeguards are on duty during all swimming hours. Our guard to swimmer ratio is 1:20; our pool's capacity is 100 people. Please call the program office 2 weeks in advance if you will be bringing a large group to swim so we can plan accordingly. We also have towels available at the pool for your convenience. The YMCA pool is available for no additional charge to guests and members.
Click here for the 2.06.10 Weekly Pool Schedule
Click here for the 1.30.10 Weekly Pool Schedule
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Outdoor Sports
Softball, basketball, sand volleyball, soccer, two tennis courts, horseshoes and open space for family fun.
Softball, basketball, sand volleyball, soccer, two tennis courts, horseshoes and open space for family fun.
Hiking, Trail Running & Walking
Miles and miles of some of the best trail running and walking around.
Miles and miles of some of the best trail running and walking around.
Miniature Golf
Our most popular activity and fun for the entire family!
Our most popular activity and fun for the entire family!
Disk Golf
18 holes of disk flipping fun, with a scenic walk as a bonus.
18 holes of disk flipping fun, with a scenic walk as a bonus.
Historical Sites
The Just Ranch and Rowley Homestead let you experience the way life was as a Rocky Mountain Rancher in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.
The Just Ranch and Rowley Homestead let you experience the way life was as a Rocky Mountain Rancher in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.
Fishing
Trout fishing is available in Pole Creek (license required) and the Gaylord Reservoir (No license required). Rental equipment is available at the Program Department. Flyfishing lessons and fly tying classes are also available.
Trout fishing is available in Pole Creek (license required) and the Gaylord Reservoir (No license required). Rental equipment is available at the Program Department. Flyfishing lessons and fly tying classes are also available.
Canoeing
During the summer, canoeing is available at Gaylord Reservoir. The days of the week that canoeing is opened will vary.
During the summer, canoeing is available at Gaylord Reservoir. The days of the week that canoeing is opened will vary.
Horseback Activities
Guided trail rides, breakfast rides, dinner rides, sleighrides and hayrides. Sombrero Stables at Snow Mountain Ranch provides an abundance of horseback opportunities. Make your reservations early at (970) 887-0234.
Guided trail rides, breakfast rides, dinner rides, sleighrides and hayrides. Sombrero Stables at Snow Mountain Ranch provides an abundance of horseback opportunities. Make your reservations early at (970) 887-0234.
Archery
Participants receive instruction in safety and technique, then have time to practice their skills.
Participants receive instruction in safety and technique, then have time to practice their skills.
Day Hiking Adventures
Join our Adventure Staff as they lead you on a day hike to discover the beautiful peaks, wildflowers, lakes and waterfalls of the Rocky Mountains. Check your program bulletin upon arrival to see the weekly schedule.
Join our Adventure Staff as they lead you on a day hike to discover the beautiful peaks, wildflowers, lakes and waterfalls of the Rocky Mountains. Check your program bulletin upon arrival to see the weekly schedule.
Mountain Bike Rentals
Located at the program building, you may rent a bike and ride our trail system. Look for guided rides as well.
Located at the program building, you may rent a bike and ride our trail system. Look for guided rides as well.
Nordic Center
Visit our world class Nordic Center. Winter and Summer activities abound... Ice skating, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, sledding, tubing, ski-joring with your dog on selected trails and a 2km lighted loop of night sking. Rental equipment is available.
Visit our world class Nordic Center. Winter and Summer activities abound... Ice skating, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, sledding, tubing, ski-joring with your dog on selected trails and a 2km lighted loop of night sking. Rental equipment is available.
Adventure Programs
Try the amazing Zip Line and soar high above the valley or sign up for a challenge course and test your limits.
Try the amazing Zip Line and soar high above the valley or sign up for a challenge course and test your limits.
Full Moon Events
Come join the program staff for a full moon activity. When there is a full moon (or on the closest weekend date) we have scheduled special snow shoe hikes for families and friends. Other activities may include a campfire with S’mores and songs. See you there!
Come join the program staff for a full moon activity. When there is a full moon (or on the closest weekend date) we have scheduled special snow shoe hikes for families and friends. Other activities may include a campfire with S’mores and songs. See you there!