Step back in time and away from the grind to our historic, meticulously renovated log cabins. Unplug and enjoy chef-prepared meals, river views, and custom comforts.
COLORADO / 38.7467°N, -106.7117°W
Lodge Destinations
Guided Adventures
Your Summertime Base Camp on the Taylor River
Almont, Colorado
A riverside property with log cabins, a stocked pond, and scenic spa, Taylor River Lodge is the best of summertime in the mountains. Cast dry flies on Gold Medal stretches, raft whitewater with the kids, and bike wildflower-flanked trails. At the lodge, throw axes and swim in our open-air bathhouse. Then, top it all off with chef-made plates full of local fixings and a Colorado Mule.
Welcome to Taylor River Lodge
A Remote Riverside Escape
Guided Alpine Adventures
From fly fishing and rafting to mountain biking and wildflower hiking, our guides take your crew to the area's best secret spots for big mountain adventures.
Historic Rocky Mountain Legacy
Drawing on its mining and ranching history, the lodge feels like a rugged western camp, redesigned with serious amenities like a bathhouse and saltwater pool.
Friends and Family Celebrations
Take over the property for birthdays, weddings, or corporate retreats. We’ll plan every detail, from brunch and trail picnics to fly fishing trips and cocktail parties.
Step back in time and away from the grind to our historic, meticulously renovated log cabins. Unplug and enjoy chef-prepared meals, river views, and custom comforts.
From fly fishing and rafting to mountain biking and wildflower hiking, our guides take your crew to the area's best secret spots for big mountain adventures.
Drawing on its mining and ranching history, the lodge feels like a rugged western camp, redesigned with serious amenities like a bathhouse and saltwater pool.
Take over the property for birthdays, weddings, or corporate retreats. We’ll plan every detail, from brunch and trail picnics to fly fishing trips and cocktail parties.
Experience Highlights
What to Expect
Eleven personalizes every detail of your itinerary before you even leave for your trip. Here are a few highlights at Taylor River Lodge.
Adventures with Local Guides
Climb summits, hike where the wildflowers are popping, and ride the best single track with our pro guides. They are your ticket to the best local spots.
Pre-Arrival Planning and Custom Itineraries
From unique adventures to favorite flavors, we dial in your details before you arrive with an insider’s eye—and make changes on the fly when needed.
No-Details-Spared Cabins
Our cabin-dotted property is like your own tiny mountain town. Artfully restored and retrofitted with top-notch comforts, each cabin seeps mountain style and history.
Chef-Prepared Meals
Every meal is proudly based on Colorado’s local produce scene. Our chefs source seasonally inspired ingredients to create inventive western slope plates.
Gold Medal Waters
Fly fishing in the Gunnison Valley offers some of the country’s best trout waters. Our expert guides can take you to float, walk and wade, or give casting lessons.
Adventures with Local Guides
Pre-Arrival Planning and Custom Itineraries
No-Details-Spared Cabins
Chef-Prepared Meals
Gold Medal Waters
Lodge Details
Riverside Collection of Well-Designed Cabins
Hidden by pines off a scenic mountain road, our lodge offers a unique take on Colorado’s rustic lifestyle. Wood interiors and nostalgic touches nod to a rich history of angling, ranching, and mining. Custom amenities like steam showers, private patios, an on-site casting pond, climbing wall, and a game cabin with local beer on tap mean there’s always something fun to do.
Cabins
- Six private queen cabins with en suite bathrooms and steam showers (three with lofts containing two additional twin beds)
- Single family home with two king bedrooms, a bunk room with two double beds, and a full kitchen
- Single family home with two king bedrooms and a lofted bunk room with four full beds
Facilities
- Main lodge offering communal dining space, bar, fireplace, lounge, and riverfront seating
- Bathhouse including saltwater pool, steam room, sauna, and hot tub
- Gym and spa facility equipped with two treatment rooms
- Media and game cabin with lounge, pool table, foosball, and a dartboard
Special Features
- Private climbing wall and marksman’s range
- Outdoor BBQ space
- Rainbow trout-stocked casting pond
Lodge Gallery
Once a 1960s fishing camp, Taylor River Lodge is now a refined retreat where rustic materials and vintage touches honor Colorado’s wild spirit.
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The Main Lodge
From a grand stone fireplace to a horseshoe bar and deep-seated lounges, the lodge is crafted for comfort, connection, and riverside relaxation.
The Cabins
Cabins feature hickory beds, grain sack curtains, and antique pieces—bringing nostalgic charm to the heart of the Colorado backcountry.
The Bathhouse
Tucked beneath the pines, the bathhouse invites relaxation with a saltwater pool, steam room, sauna, and riverside hot tub.
Copper John (Game Cabin)
Guided Adventures
Our local guides are your friends on the ground, and the key to perfectly timed wildflower hikes, secret single track, and the most scenic picnic spots.
Fly Fishing
Perfect your cast at our on-property pond or fish our stretch of the Taylor. You can also float the Gold Medal water on the Gunnison and beyond with our local guides. This activity is included in fly fishing-inclusive packages.
Hiking
Let our guides show you secret trails lined with wildflowers. Whether you want to spot wildlife in aspen forests or summit a peak, everyone's welcome. This activity is included in your stay.
Mountain Biking
Considered the birthplace of mountain biking, the Gunnison Valley is home to a huge variety of single track that your guides will help you navigate. This activity is included in your stay.
Rock Climbing
From top roping easy crags to navigating advanced routes, the variety in the Gunnison Valley is expansive and our local guides know all the best spots. This activity is included in your stay.
Guide's Ridge Mountaineering
Suitable for adventurous families and seasoned climbers alike, Guide's Ridge is a rope-supported climb that leads to Mount Crested Butte’s 12,162-foot summit. This activity is included in your stay.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Perfect your balance and soak up wild views from a SUP. Your guides know just where to take you, from remote high-alpine lakes to fun reservoirs. This activity is included in your stay.
Rafting
With highly trained guides and epic scenery at every turn, rafting is a must. Paddle the Gunnison with the kids or take on the rapids of the Taylor River. This activity is included in your stay.
Horseback Riding
Take in Colorado’s most scenic trails on a family-friendly horseback ride. Wind through wildflowers and along dramatic ranges with your seasoned wranglers. This activity is an additional fee.
More than Just a Lodge
Taylor River Lodge is an all-encompassing experience. From chef-prepared meals and wellness treatments to custom music events, we do it all.
Food and Drink
Fresh ingredients from Colorado farms are the backbone of the culinary experience. Our professional team pairs plates with local brews and craft cocktails.
Custom Music Experiences
Take it up a notch with curated playlists for game room hangouts and outdoor BBQs. Or, hire a band and let us transform the riverside lawn into a stage and dance floor.
Weddings and Retreats
Equipped for both weddings and work retreats, our riverfront property offers scenic venue spaces, tech-connected facilities, and private cabins. From food and beverage to itinerary planning, we have you covered.
Wellness
Wellness in the Colorado Wilderness
Dramatic canyon views and the rushing river are the backdrop for wellness at Taylor River Lodge. Take a cold plunge in the clear running waters, swim in the saltwater pool, or soak in the hot tub. Our sauna, steam room, and fitness area complement a selection of massage treatments, hydration therapy, and CBD enhancements to revitalize you after days spent outdoors.
Sample Itineraries
A Day in the Life
Adventures for the Whole Family
Fully personalized to your preferences, your itinerary can include any combination of experiences. Here are a few of our favorites for a large family.
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Gather your crew for coffee and fresh eggs
Parents and children embark on a thrilling rafting trip down the Taylor’s rapids
Grandma and grandpa can relax back at the cabin overlooking the peaceful riverbank
The whole family heads out for a scenic post-lunch hike
Regroup in the afternoon for massages, pool time, and sauna sessions
Enjoy a Colorado grill out with handcrafted cocktails and s'mores
Polish off the day with a movie night and hot cocoa out on the lawn
Friends Trip in Colorado’s Backcountry
Fully personalized to your preferences, your itinerary can include any combination of experiences. Here are a few of our favorites.
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Gear up and grab Trek Fuel EX 7 mountain bikes
Follow your guide through pines and aspens, with a picnic lunch in a wildflower meadow or scenic overlook
Back at the lodge, cool down with a river plunge
Enjoy a Colorado signature massage before cocktails and dinner
Booking Details
Season Dates: June 6–September 30, 2025
GUIDED ADVENTURES
- Hiking, mountain biking, rope-assisted Guide’s Ridge climb, non-technical peak ascents, rock climbing, inflatable kayaking, rafting, stand-up paddleboarding, and fly fishing for angling-inclusive bookings
- All necessary gear for guided activities
- Use of on-property townie bikes
FOOD & DRINK
- Daily chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, après, and dinner
- In-room snack and drink assortment
- A selection of non-alcoholic beverages
TRAVEL & LOGISTICS
- Custom pre-arrival planning with Eleven's Experience Team
- Ground transfers to and from all guided activities
*See our booking policies and information
INDIVIDUAL ROOMS
Nightly rate starting at $2,210 based on double occupancy
- 2-night minimum required
PRIVATE BUYOUT
Nightly rate starting at $26,110 based on 24 guests
- Accommodates a maximum of 32 guests
- 2-night minimum required
Meet Our Team
Eleven’s Expert Team
Eleven’s dedicated professionals are always one step ahead of your needs. Our Experience Team pre-plans your ultimate custom itinerary and our professional guides see you safely out and back on every adventure.
Amanda Bade
Amanda Bade is an Experience Manager at Taylor River Lodge. A former sea kayak and ski guide, she loves connecting guests to Eleven’s unforgettable adventures in Colorado and beyond.
Brittany Pankey
Brittany Pankey, Eleven’s Culinary Specialist, brings a dynamic background in culinary arts, massage therapy, and event logistics. Based in Crested Butte, she’s passionate about creative problem solving, supporting her team, and crafting unforgettable dining experiences.
Rob Layton
Rob Layton is the General Manager for Eleven’s Colorado lodges, combining years of luxury hospitality experience with a passion for creating authentic guest and staff experiences.
Billy Rankin
Billy Rankin is a veteran ski and mountain guide for Eleven with 30 years of experience. Based in Crested Butte, he’s passionate about deep powder, good people, and unforgettable days outside.
Chris Martin
Chris Martin is an IFMGA-certified guide for Eleven, passionate about creating mountain moments that spark gratitude and reflection. He guides across Crested Butte, Deplar Farm, and Taylor River Lodge.
Eli Weitzman
Eli Weitzman is a multi-sport guide based in Crested Butte. Whether it’s deep powder, high alpine trails, or a whitewater yippee, he’s all about creating the best day ever for Eleven guests.
Liam Black
Liam Black is the Manager at Taylor River Lodge, where he’s all about creating “Best Day Ever” moments for guests. Originally from Asheville, NC, he now lives in Crested Butte and loves exploring the outdoors—from backpacking to stand-up paddleboarding on the Slate River.
Mars Charlebois
Marissa “Mars” Charlebois is a ski guide at Irwin, known for her enthusiasm, environmental advocacy, and love of big mountain terrain.
Jimmy Tart
Jimmy Tart is a ski guide with nearly 30 seasons of patrolling, avalanche education, and backcountry guiding experience.
Elise Brizes
Elise Brizes is a cat skiing and backcountry guide based in Crested Butte. With a background in engineering and avalanche education, she brings both technical skill and contagious energy to the mountains. When she’s not guiding, she’s outside, writing to friends, or hanging with her two cats, Remy and Ru.
Jeff Horvat
Jeff Horvat has spent more than half his life guiding rafting, mountain biking, and hiking adventures across Colorado. He loves sharing the outdoors with guests and creating unforgettable days.
H Baumm
HBaumm is a ski guide for Eleven at Irwin, bringing 30+ years of snow safety and mountain experience to every guest adventure in Colorado’s high alpine backcountry.
Dave Bumgarner
Dave Bumgarner is an AMGA-certified guide with over 20 years of experience leading ski, climbing, and river adventures across Colorado and around the globe.
Josh Stupka
Josh Stupka is a river and mountain guide for Eleven, blending nearly two decades of experience with a passion for connecting people to wild places through water, trails, and shared stories.
Ben Ammon
Ben Ammon is an IFMGA-certified guide for Eleven. Based in Crested Butte, he thrives on sharing once-in-a-lifetime experiences with guests across North America’s wildest mountains.
Getting Here
10931 County Road 742, Almont, CO 81210
Recommended Route
- Fly into Gunnison Regional Airport (GUC)
- Reserve an Eleven vehicle transfer and/or rent a personal vehicle from the airport
- Drive 35 minutes to Taylor River Lodge
COLORADO / 38.7467°N, -106.7117°W
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