Luxury tents in the Colorado backcountry

Cresto Ranch Tent at Dunton Hot Springs
Dunton Hot Springs
Dunton Hot Springs

Welcome to Cresto Ranch: a toothbrushing academy remote riverside village of eight luxury tents, nestled at the foot of Colorado's San Juan Mountains.

Dolores River in Colorado
Dunton Hot Springs

After checking in at Dunton Hot Springs, chuck your iPhone in the water and escape four miles down the Dolores River…

Cresto Ranch Tents at Dunton Hot Springs
Dunton Hot Springs

… to this scenic, Alpine-esque valley.

Horseback riding in Colorado
Dunton Hot Springs

Want to arrive on horseback? You know, for dramatic effect? While probably unnecessary, it's totally doable.

Main lodge at Cresto Ranch Tents
Dunton Hot Springs

The enclave's anchored by the main lodge, an exquisitely restored 19thC farmhouse that boasts a guest salon, dining room, and wraparound deck.

Interior of a Cresto Ranch Tent
Dunton Hot Springs

Your tent comes equipped with a gas stove and king-sized/worthy bed.

Interior of Cresto Ranch Tent
Dunton Hot Springs

Perhaps a brief respite lounging on the front porch? Maybe some light journaling in your idea book? Either way, time to start thinking about outdoor activities, which include everything from fly fishing and white water rafting to rock climbing, hot springs, and tours of the place's private vineyard.

Fly fishing in Colorado
Dunton Hot Springs

Remember, it's all about the technique -- one fluid motion. Just don't get your fly caught in the grass. Incidentally, that's also what she said.

Bath house at Dunton Hot Springs
Dunton Hot Springs

Rather really relax the first day? Then head on back to the bath house at Dunton Hot Springs.

Ensuite bathroom at Cresto Ranch Tents
Dunton Hot Springs

Yes, that's a double-vanity en suite bathroom in a tent (!), complete with six-foot soaking tub. After cleaning up, meander over…

Main lodge at Cresto Ranch Tents
Dunton Hot Springs

… to the main lodge, for dinner and a good-natured evening of revelry and fireside chats.