North Fork Ranch

Fantastic experience. The guides and ownership are equally amazing. The waters are like nothing I've ever experienced and added bonus the lunch provided is delicious.

Came to North Fork for a winter fly trip the day after Christmas. Jeff was awesome with communication ahead of the trip and what to expect (he undersold the trip to be honest). There were four of us fishing and they provided two guides which was perfect as we had someone in our group who had never fly fished before and he was able to get more 1:1 instruction from guide Ryan. The more experienced anglers went with Joe, both guides were incredible and worked their butts off to get us on fish. We booked four hours and it was nonstop action from start to finish. I personally landed somewhere around 30 fish with some of them being serious toads, I broke my personal best several times during the day. The guides were willing to be as hands on or hands off as we wanted and provided tons of great insight and knowledge to use on future DIY trips. Having fished all over the country this was honestly the best four hours I've ever spent on the water and can't wait to make an annual trip out of it. I'm sure these guys would take care of you on a summer trip but if you get a chance to do a winter trip don't sleep on it!!

A fantastic, relaxing getaway tucked into a little valley not too far from Denver. We stayed with a group in the Stone House (aka Stonehenge House): a large, eclectic, beautiful house with I believe 7 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Very comfortable beds, great water pressure in the shower. Wonderfully serene right by the river, which you can fish in (catch & release) - they are an Orvis fishing facility and have very attentive guides to help catch some sizeable fish! They also have a stocked fishing pond you can fish in & keep what you catch. There's a hiking trail right outside (watch for tics! They're bad this year) and the lodge has dinner covered, which is a good thing because there's no cell service to call for a pizza or Chinese delivery...

Family run business since 1985 and they treat you like part of their family from start to finish. We chose rooms in the lodge that were very comfortable, clean and a view of the South Platte river. Food was terrific and service was first class. Day long activities including horse trail rides, skeet shooting and a stocked pond for easy fishing. Their fly fishing guide service is world class, serving up 20+ inch trout all day long. Already making plans to return. Thanks Karen, Dean and Hailey for a great experience.

Scrumptious home style food is served family style at the North Fork Ranch. Also colorful, with sides, and dessert.

Perfect off the grid vacation. All three meals provided and gourmet. Cozy rooms and unbelievable views. The Ranch is partnered with Orville fly fishing guides for those interested. However, the ranch is great for hanging a hammock by the river, reading books, and yoga! If you need internet access for work, stay at the main lodge opposed to the cabins!

Great setting and great fishing. However, the prices they charge for their sub par guest rooms borders on criminal. Food is just like the Golden Corral buffet. Plenty of other options in the area to actually get what you pay for. This place is very high on themselves. Two thumbs down!

Just wrapped up an amazing 4 day stay at the ranch and everything was amazing! Our entire experience was fantastic. From the moment we arrived the North Fork extended family made us feel welcome. Our accommodation in the Klondike cabin were great and the food at the ranch was excellent. We fished two half days with Nate and Justin and they were excellent. Couldn't think of a better vacation.

Whether you are new to fly fishing (like me) or a seasoned fisherman, you must try this magnificent venue. Dean & Karen are gracious, wonderful hosts and Casey rounds out the team to provide tasty, plentiful meals to all guests at the lodge. OBTW, the water pressure in our cabin was better than at home. A special shout out to Jeff & Monroe, local guides who expertly told us where to cast and with what rigs. I caught the biggest fish of my life x2. Fish on!

I am thrilled to be the first to review the wonderful North Fork Ranch (NFR). My husband and I found NFR in 2004 when our daughter was 2 years old. We just returned from our 7th annual visit and can't wait for next year.The one week we spend at NFR each year is true a highlight of our lives. NFR is located in the gorgeous Rocky Mountains just about an hour from Denver airport. When you arrive, you will be greeted warmly by the owners, Dean and Karen May, who have been running NFR for 25 years. They live onsite and oversee all aspects of the ranch which is no doubt why the vacation experience is beyond exceptional. There truly is something there for everyone. My husband is an avid fly fisherman who spends a few days each trip fishing the fantastic North Fork of the South Platte River that flows right through the property, just steps away from the main lodge. I join him on the river when I'm not horse back riding with our daughter or shopping in nearby Breckenridge. The fish we have caught there are the largest and most spirited trout we have ever encountered.Our daughter has an absolute ball at NFR. Karen and Dean, their two lovely children, and all the staff have practically adopted our little girl as their own. One of the greatest joys is watching our daughter enjoy the freedom of wandering the ranch on her own. This is not something we could ever allow her to do in the big city where we live.And then there is the food which is simply amazing. The food is non-stop and positively incredible. Karen and her staff go to great lengths to make sure that the home cooked meals, fresh baked breads, outdoor BBQs. and beyond-words desserts are absolutely top-notch. I have yet to meet a fellow NFR guest who isn't blown away by the quality and quantity of food and good cheer.In addition to the hayrides, live music, swimming, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, square dancing, fly fishing, and camp fires, the warmth and joy that permeates the whole NFR experience makes a visit to the ranch a truly unique and treasured vacation. We have made such wonderful friends at the ranch (ranging from fellow guests and staff, to the entire May family) that NFR feels more like a home away from home than just a vacation spot. I can't say enough about this fabulous place.