A wooden cabin with a green roof sits in a snowy forest, thick snow on the roof and ground, a clear blue sky above, wintery surroundings.

Relax & Unwind

The Lodge

The Arapaho Valley Ranch Lodge has lived on this property since the 1900’s and has been renovated multiple times over the years to become an incredibly special, eclectic, and comfortable place to hang out during your stay with us. Over the years the lodge has housed guests, bar patrons, weddings, parties, and concerts. The Lodge houses the infamous Red Dog Saloon, Colorado’s Smallest bar, along with two living rooms, a stone fireplace, a billiards room, and our store. There are outside decks and patios with plenty of chairs for lounging and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Our Lodge fire pit may be used for cooking and it includes a grill top perfect for grilling items.

We do not allow dogs in the Lodge.

Lodge Hours | 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Three friends posing at a wooden bar, smiling with arms around each other in a cozy, rustic setting.
Three people in white outfits sit by the bar inside a rustic tavern under a “Red Dog Saloon” sign, sharing a casual moment.

Grab a Cold One!

Red Dog Saloon

Enjoy the view of Arapaho Peak on the deck! Red Dog Saloon is Colorado’s Smallest Bar located in the main lodge at AVR, operating on and off since the 1900s. She measures about 80 square feet and has four whole bar stools.

Grab a cocktail!, Play some pool!

Red Dog Saloon Specialties: Mules in real Copper Cups, Whiskey, Tequila, Beer, Wine

Ain’t nothin fancy, but you’ll have a great time! Open Friday and Saturday from 7:00 P.M. - 10:00 P.M. from the end of May to mid-September!

A rustic room with wooden beams, a tall armoire filled with clothes and items, a window bench, and a small desk cluttered with gear.
Arapaho Valley Ranch
Arapaho Valley Ranch

Forget Something?

AVR Trading Post

AVR operates a small convenience store that’s open during the Summer. The store offers ice, firewood, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, camping gear, and some cool AVR merchandise such as t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, and sunglasses.

Store hours:

  • Sunday - Thursday | 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
  • Friday - Saturday | 9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.

Items Sold in Our Store