Desiderata Ranch

Desiderata Ranch Small family farm and event venue at the crossroads of Larimer and Boulder Counties in Berthoud, CO Desiderata Ranch was founded in 1981.

Over the years it has been the birthplace of a family, seen children and grandchildren grow up and been a place of refuge for those in need. Wildlife abounds here year round. In 2013, Desiderata Ranch was almost completely destroyed by the catastrophic flooding that affected a large part of Colorado. We were very fortunate to have not lost our home and after several years of clean up and rebuildin

g, Desiderata Ranch is once again available as an outdoor event venue and produce farm. A wide variety of produce is grown in two high tunnels, and in the summer, fields as well. Desiderata Ranch sells directly from the farm, to caterers, restaurants and at local Farmers Markets. The Desiderata Ranch "Membership" program is a step up from a typical CSA with discounts offered on all products sold.

01/04/2026

I am looking for a local nature photographer that would be interested in conducting a one day workshop on the farm.

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It's December 24th, near 70 degrees and nature is confused. The blackberries and lilacs are budding and the garlic is co...
12/24/2025

It's December 24th, near 70 degrees and nature is confused. The blackberries and lilacs are budding and the garlic is coming up. This is not good. Wondering what is in store for our plants come Spring.

Oh, did I mention that our table, The Dead Beets, was the winning table this year? Oh, I didn't? Well, yes, we did!!
12/07/2025

Oh, did I mention that our table, The Dead Beets, was the winning table this year? Oh, I didn't? Well, yes, we did!!

Thank you to everyone who attended our second annual Murder Mystery Christmas Dinner. What a great group of of hilariou...
12/06/2025

Thank you to everyone who attended our second annual Murder Mystery Christmas Dinner. What a great group of of hilarious and fun people. You "suspects" really nailed it. We would love to see your photos, share them here please!

All preparations are done as we await the guests of the Murder Mystery Masquerade Dinner this evening. It's going to be ...
12/05/2025

All preparations are done as we await the guests of the Murder Mystery Masquerade Dinner this evening. It's going to be a killer of a good time!

Less than a week until the Murder Mystery Christmas Dinner! Start the holiday season with fun filled evening of whodunni...
11/29/2025

Less than a week until the Murder Mystery Christmas Dinner! Start the holiday season with fun filled evening of whodunnit and fantistic food. Get your tickets at Www.desiderataranch.org/out-events

Get your tickets today!
11/16/2025

Get your tickets today!

🍒🎉 Tomorrow’s the Day! 🎉🍒The 3rd Annual Chokecherry Festival kicks off tomorrow, Saturday, August 9th, from 10AM–2PM at ...
08/08/2025

🍒🎉 Tomorrow’s the Day! 🎉🍒

The 3rd Annual Chokecherry Festival kicks off tomorrow, Saturday, August 9th, from 10AM–2PM at the farm, and we can’t wait to see you!

Join us for a day full of live music, local vendors, games, crafts, a food truck, and cooking demonstrations featuring our favorite fruit of the season. Stock up on farm-made goods (including plenty of chokecherry treats!) and enjoy a perfect summer day with friends, family, and neighbors.

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We can't wait to celebrate the humble chokecherry with you again at our third annual Chokecherry Fest! Enjoy cooking demos, try delicious samples, check out excellent vendors, listen to some great live music, and enjoy food, fun, and friends!

🍒The Chokecherry Festival is Almost Here – and You’re Invited! 🍒 ✨ Free to the public, RSVP on our website and we’ll sen...
08/01/2025

🍒The Chokecherry Festival is Almost Here – and You’re Invited! 🍒

✨ Free to the public, RSVP on our website and we’ll send you a secret code a few days before the festival — good for a special discount at our booth! ✨

Join us at the farm for our 3rd Annual Chokecherry Festival on Saturday, August 9th from 10AM–2PM — next weekend!

We’ve got a full day of fun planned:
🎶 Live Music
🎨 Crafts & Games for All Ages
🛍 Local Vendors & Handmade Goods
👩‍🍳 Chokecherry Cooking Demos
🌿 Farm-Made Products
🚚 A Tasty Food Truck

Whether you're nostalgic for the chokecherry jelly your grandma made or just love a good local event, this is a great way to spend a summer Saturday with your community.

RSVP here:

We can't wait to celebrate the humble chokecherry with you again at our third annual Chokecherry Fest! Enjoy cooking demos, try delicious samples, check out excellent vendors, listen to some great live music, and enjoy food, fun, and friends!

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4617 W. County Road 2
Berthoud, CO
80513

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+17205154635

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Desiderata Ranch was founded in 1981. Over the years it has been the birthplace of a family, seen children and grandchildren grow up and been a place of refuge for those in need. We are visited by birds, rabbits, deer, elk and the occasional bear. In 2013, Desiderata Ranch was almost completely destroyed by the catastrophic flooding that affected a large part of Colorado. We were very fortunate to have not lost our home but the wonderful events we hosted here on the park grounds are on hold until we can finish the cleanup. In the meantime, we are making this an opportunity for new beginnings. We are redesigning the landscaping and seeing things with new eyes Two large High Tunnels have been erected and planted and the new barn is currently under construction. We hope to be able to offer a place for events again soon.