Uber is not much of an option financially, reliably or even realistically. Rent a car!
45-60 minutes.
YES!! Despite being so far from the city, there is tons to do! Don't see anything on the list that piques your interest? Reach out to Max or Emily and they have more activities than anyone can imagine. Rodeos, Old Western Town experiences, antiquing, golf, spa, food, etc. Please just ask and I can almost guarantee there is something for everybody.
During the day, yes. Bring hats, sunscreen, and anything else you'd appreciate for the sun. At night we are still in that time period where it cools off very pleasantly which is wonderful.