Broadacres Ranch, open seasonally, is the perfect place to bring the entire family or non-angling companions. Broadacres Ranch and the Creede and Mineral County area offer a tremendous diversity of pleasurable activities throughout the year. There are many activities right here on our own 900-acre paradise.   For those wishing to relax, read or meditate in the cool, crisp mountain air, all our lodgings have spacious porches with magnificent vistas.  Broadacres has also created over 4 miles of private hiking trails along the Ranch's riverbanks. Many isolated seating and picnic areas along Shallow Creek and the Rio Grande have also been built. Alongside the pristine burbling water, these intimate spaces are truly a world apart.  The beautiful Glenmora Lodge provides a bar, an indoor and an outdoor fireplace, several sitting areas, a reading den, and a porch with a beautiful view.  It’s a great place to check your email, have an afternoon cocktail, read, or chat with staff and other guests. Broadacres has direct access to miles of spectacular National Forest trails.  The 490,000- acre Weminuche Wilderness is at the ranch's back door.

The Creede and Mineral County area offer a tremendous diversity of pleasurable activities. Mineral County, at 96%National Forest Land, offers a wide range of fun. Elk, Mule Deer, Big Horn Sheep, Moose and Mountain Lions are some of the big game you will find. The 490,000-acre Weminuche Wilderness and Wheeler Geologic Area are just minutes from town. Surrounded by the Rio Grande National Forest, nestled in a mountain valley canyon, Creede offers the spectacular “Pillars of Hercules” volcanic cliff’s at town’s edge. Downtown sits against these cliffs and provides a magnificent view of Snowshoe Mountain. There are about 500 residents normally but the town swells to around 2,000 during the summer months. The famous Rio Grande River finds its beginning in the area and offers fishing and rafting trips not to be matched. The mountain climate during the summer offers low humidity and lots of sunshine but does cool very in the evenings. Come and enjoy!

Creede was a silver boom town in Colorado during the 1890’s. At its peak there were 10,000 people in the area. The Creede mines were in continuous operation from 1890 until 1985. Along with the prospectors and miners, came gamblers, saloonkeepers and ladies of the evening. Bob Ford, reputed slayer of Jesse James, opened a dance hall and saloon. Soapy Smith, owner of the Orleans Club, soon declared himself boss of Creede. Bat Masterson, of Dodge City and Wyatt Earp fame operated of another saloon for a Denver firm, Infamous Poker Alice was here. So if you venture into town you might want to stop by the Creede Historical Museum, or the Creede Underground Mining Museum, or take a scenic drive on Bachelor Loop to see mine remains.

There are many beautiful 4x4 routes in the surrounding Rio Grande National Forest. The LaGarita Wilderness, Wheeler Geologic and many of the old mines are just some of the sites to see. Wildflower and mushroom forays, rock climbing, and wildlife watching are all available just minutes away from the ranch. With prior notice, our staff can arrange a 4 x 4 for you to rent or a horseback ride from one the local outfitters. There are several “forteener”close by if you want to challenge their summit. This area is just what the outdoor enthusiast ordered.

Some of the finest golfing in Colorado is available at the Rio Grande Club in nearby South Fork. If you and your companions are interested, contact our staff to arrange a “Fish and Chip” golfing and fishing package and free transportation.

The nationally recognized Creede Repertory Theatre puts on several fantastic plays each summer, ranging from comedies to mysteries to musicals. This is CTR’s 45th season this summer which makes it the oldest repertory theatre in Colorado. With prior notice, our staff can arrange for Theater tickets waiting for you at will call.

Creede has an array of shops and galleries. Nationally recognized Quiller Gallery is located there and features the work of famous artist Stephen Quiller. Rare Things is a great place to find eclectic and distinctive jewelry, sculpture and pottery. Other shops like the Holy Moses Gift Shop & Creede Trading Co in the area provide excellent shopping for collectibles, gifts and artifacts.