Facilities

Entering through Harmel's front gate, one is impressed with the expanse of lawn and the main facility. These encompass the front desk, office, recreation lounge, gift shop, tackle shop, and mini-store.

Adjoining buildings house the kitchen, the Riverside Dining Room & Saloon, the firepit deck overlooking the Taylor River, and a 20-30 person meeting room (The Anvil Room). Buildings for housekeeping, guest laundry, maintenance shop, and helps quarters complete the main complex of buildings.

Across from the main gate you will find our expansive stables and tack house. Here our wranglers greet and assist you in preparing for your horse adventure. The Junior Wrangler program for the youngsters also takes place at the stables. Further back in the pasture is located a well stocked kids pond and picnic area.

Harmel's is one of the largest dude ranches in Colorado. Able to accommodate up to 150 people comfortably in our 37 units. Eighteen of our cabins have kitchenettes. Spacious cabins are appointed with comfortable furnishings and sleeping arrangements for one to nine guests depending on the unit.

The Hitchin' Post Pool and Spa Lodge is conveniently located in the central portion of the ranch and overlooks a sparkling outdoor heated swimming pool. This lovely setting nestled in a grove of trees also includes the spa with sauna, six-man hot tub, and one of our two therapeutic massage rooms. Plenty of open blue sky and ample decking with lots of chairs and loungers for sunning by the water.

Of all we have to offer our guests, the great outdoors is our most precious. There are many spots throughout the ranch that allow you to enjoy the scenery. Harmels' stretch of the Taylor River is a sight to see. We have been steadily improving on the fishing habitat and our riverwalk. So sit back and relax by the river, and don't be surprised if an American Bald Eagle or some Merganser Ducks come into view; keep your camera handy.