The Colorado floor of 2013 is the worst on record. The Big Thompson river swallowed up much of the ranch including buildings and beautiful landscape. The Big Thompson flood of 1976 was of epic proportion but is dwarfed by the September 2013 flood. Those who have had the pleasure of being a guest of Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch know what a special place it is and to see the devastation caused by Mother nature, is heart breaking. Many building are just gone. The road that leads into the ranch is gone. The reason for this web site is simple, insurance won't cover everything and I want to make sure that I along with other past guests and all the potential new guests get to experience the hospitality and the beauty of Sylvan Dale for years to come. The Jessup's didn't ask me to do this. They are proud people who wouldn't but when someone is hurt or needs help, family comes to their aid. Please help rebuild Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch.
Please take a moment to visit this link for more pictures that tells the story.
New Video:
http://www.coloradoan.com/VideoNetwork/2679283071001/Flood-destroys-parts-of-Sylvan-Dale-Guest-Ranch