Chase Ranch Open House 2025
- CCI Raton
- May 5
- 1 min read
Saddle up for a day of history, family fun, and Western flair at the Chase Ranch Open House!

Where: Chase Ranch - 2.5 miles North of Hwy 64 at M.M #311
When: Saturday, July 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Originally founded in 1869 as part of the Maxwell Land Grant, Chase Ranch has been home to generations of ranchers with a passion for the Western way of life. Guests can explore the ranch’s rich past, including stories of founders Manly and Teresa Chase and their descendants. Special focus will be on Gretchen Sammis, their great-granddaughter and Cowgirl Hall of Famer, who dreamed of turning the ranch into a place where people could learn about ranching and the Western lifestyle.
What to Expect:
Guided tours of the historic Chase House and ranch grounds
A look at the barns, bunkhouse, tack room, cemetery, award-winning apple orchard, and Gretchen’s prized Hereford cattle
Live music, a silent auction of unique Chase memorabilia, and delicious food from local trucks
Free iced tea and cookies to keep you cool
Activities for all ages, including archery, hay rides, corn-hole, and wildlife watching
A chance to learn more about the Chase Ranch Foundation’s mission to keep the spirit of the West alive through education and preservation
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