Picturesque Brush Creek Ranch is calling
By Lexi Marshall
WINTER IS WHEN Brush Creek Ranch feels most magical—a season when the 30,000-acre Wyoming property transforms into a serene, snow-draped escape devoted to indulgence, wellness, and fireside comfort. Though known for its summer adventures, the ranch may be at its finest when the crowds thin, the landscape quiets, and the focus shifts toward restoration through food, wine, and deeply immersive spa experiences.
About a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Denver, this ultra-private luxury destination blends the rugged romance of the West with refined hospitality. But while the powder skiing and snowshoe trails deliver high-altitude exhilaration, it’s the winter amenities indoors—the ones designed for slowing down—that make it a standout seasonal retreat.
A SANCTUARY FOR WELLNESS
The winter season is punctuated by experiences that lean heavily into the ranch’s wellness philosophy, with its Winter Wellness Retreat from Jan. 22–25, 2026, anchoring the spa program. From energy breakfasts and healthy cooking classes to snowga, fat-tire biking and stargazing reflections, the retreat is designed to help participants decompress, breathe deeply, and begin the new year with clarity and purpose. But even outside the event, guests can immerse themselves in a restorative world of movement, meditation, and high-touch treatments.
The wellness team leads private yoga, mindfulness sessions, and guided breathwork tailored to each guest’s goals. One of the ranch’s most transcendent offerings is its Signature Wellness Experience housed inside a historic, candlelit schoolhouse. A deep-tissue massage and live sound healing instruments combine to create a multi-sensory, fully transportive experience. For anyone craving deeper calm in the coldest months, it’s the kind of treatment that recalibrates the nervous system and lingers long after checkout.
A CULINARY DESTINATION IN THE SNOW
Winter also marks a new chapter in the ranch’s celebrated culinary program, thanks to the appointment of executive chef Nicholas Pissare at The Farm at Brush Creek. A protégé of James Beard–recognized chefs and most recently the executive chef at Dunton Hot Springs—the only Colorado property awarded two Michelin Keys—Pissare brings an ingredient-driven philosophy and elevated technical craft to the ranch.
Inside Brush Creek’s all-inclusive culinary venues, menus are inspired by what is grown, raised, or harvested onsite: vegetables from the hydroponic greenhouse; small-batch cheeses and butters from the creamery; and Wagyu cuts from the ranch’s herds. Plates lean hearty and comforting: braised meats, elegantly layered vegetable courses, and wood-fired dishes that feel at home in the season. At the award-winning Cheyenne Club, Pissare’s menus balance precision with indulgence—the kind of dining experience where every course feels intentional and unforgettable. And don’t forget to pack your favorite Western hat to dine in style.
WINE EXPERIENCES FOR THE WINTER PALATE
Wine is one of Brush Creek Ranch’s quiet superpowers. Home to one of the top 10 largest wine collections in the world, the property offers rare vintages, vertical tastings, and bespoke pairings curated by expert sommeliers. Winter is an ideal time to sample wines beside a crackling fire, schedule a guided tasting in the cellar, or enjoy pairings that enhance the season’s rich, comforting cuisine. Guests can also explore the property’s distillery for whiskey sampling and grain-to-glass education.
WHERE WINTER ADVENTURE MEETS INDULGENCE
While there are spa and culinary offerings galore, adventure should not be pushed aside. Guests can access a private ski and snowboard mountain, complete with a heated snowcat and full gear outfitting. Off the slopes, activities include ice fishing, winter archery, cross-country skiing, and heated indoor/outdoor gun ranges.
But it’s the balance of adventure and deep relaxation—snow-dusted mornings followed by spa rituals, cellar tastings, chef-led dinners, and late nights in the saloon—that defines a Brush Creek Ranch stay. It’s indulgent without being flashy, restorative without being rigid, and luxurious in a way that feels authentic to the West.
COZY LUXURY, ELEVATED FOR WINTER
Accommodations at Brush Creek Ranch—including lodge rooms, private log cabins, and luxury suites—become especially inviting in winter. Soft throws, crackling fireplaces, and Western-inspired decor create sanctuary-like spaces perfect for après-ski relaxation or slow mornings with coffee and sweeping valley views.
