Woods Lake Ranch

 recreation area / ground, mountain resort, NRHP - National Register of Historic Places, historic district

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Historic former resort listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) as a historic district.

Built: early 1900s
Architectural style: Rustic
Areas of significance: Architecture; Entertainment/Recreation
Area: 319.8 acres
Also known as: Woods Lake Resort (historic name)
Date added to NRHP: 8/11/1988
Other designations: listed on the Colorado State Register of Historic Properties
Notes: At an altitude of 9,405 feet, this former resort played an important role in the development of tourism and recreation in the Rocky Mountains. Drawing some of its initial visitors from among the guests of the Colorado Hotel in Glenwood Springs, the district encompasses over 300 acres of valley land surrounded by the White River National Forest. Two man-made lakes are joined by a connecting stream. These lakes were consistently stocked with trout, making the resort a popular fishing destination. Most of the 41 log buildings and structures were constructed in the early 1900s by founding owner Peter Engelbrecht who operated the resort until 1933.