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My daughters can’t stop talking about the Wild West horseback trip! The wranglers were patient with the girls and they effortlessly guided us through gorgeous mountain scenery. Horseback riding was the perfect way to unwind with the family after a fun day on the Yellowstone River. Giddy-up!!

— Liz Cantwell, Sheldon, IA


Whitewater Rafting | Scenic Float | Horseback Riding


Saddle up for a true Montana experience!

Venture back in time to the days of the Montana cowboy! Our outfitting partners specialize in family-friendly horseback trips that take full advantage of our splendid mountain scenery.

Stroll through pine forests, sagebrush flats and striking meadows with our professional wranglers as your guides. BOOK TRIP NOW!

Horseback Riding Prices:
1 Hour: $35
2 Hours: $50
Half-Day: $80
Full-Day: $150 (includes lunch)

Trip times vary, we will try to work with your schedule.
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Saddle and paddle combo, the best of both worlds!
Start off your day atop your trusted steed then shift into high gear for an exciting whitewater rafting trip down the Yellowstone River. This is the perfect way to experience all the beauty and adventure Montana has to offer!

You'll start your horseback ride at 9:00 am and spend 2 hours with a professional cowboy guide, break for a wrangler lunch, then finish with a half-day whitewater trip that starts at 12:30 pm. BOOK TRIP NOW!

Saddle and Paddle Prices:
Adults: $85
Children 6–12: $75

Two-Hour Horseback Ride with Cowboy Cookout
(May 15–September 15)

Experience the Wild West atop your trusted steed. Our wranglers will guide you through mountain wilderness on the edge of Yellowstone National Park before settling down to a campfire cookout under Montana’s big sky. BOOK TRIP NOW!

• Dutch oven cooking over campfire
• Montana Steaks
• Buckaroo baked potatoes and biscuits
• Coleslaw and corn-on-the-cob
• Cowboy coffee over open fire
• Lemonade and sodas

Horseback-Cookout Prices:
Adults: $80
Children 4–12: $ 40
Children Under 4: FREE

Arrive at ranch at 3:30 pm, depart at 4:00 pm
Note: Maximum weight per rider is 300 lbs

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Overnight Pack Trips
(July 5–September 5)

Venture deep into the Absaroka Wilderness just north of Yellowstone National Park. Ride through aspen meadows and over a majestic mountain pass (9,300 ft) before reaching our rustic base camp. Cozy wall tents stocked with modest amenities provide comfortable sleeping quarters.

Whether you’re staying one night or one week, you’ll have plenty of time to relax, embrace nature, fish in mountain lakes and streams, photograph wildlife and end each day next to the campfire as you gaze at the stars. BOOK TRIP NOW!

Pack Trip Packing List:
Sleeping bag (20 degrees) and pad and pillow, small flashlight , personal gear, camera, small day pack, binoculars, hiking boots, camp shoes, heavy and light clothes, rain coat, gloves, hat, bug spray with deet preferred, toiletries, snacks *please no bottled water*

Food and tents are provided, please bring what you need to be comfortable, but limit your gear to 2 duffel bags, (not including your sleeping bag). DO NOT STUFF ALL OF YOUR GEAR INTO ONE OVERSIZED DUFFEL! If you arrive with one, gigantic overweight duffel, you will be asked to repack, as this makes it difficult to pack the mules! It is best to use 2 bags (max weight is 35 lbs per bag).

Fishing licenses can be purchased in Gardiner at Parks Fly Shop.

Pack Trip Prices:
Adults and Children: $225 per day

Arrive at ranch at 8:30 pm, depart at 9:00 pm
Note: Maximum weight per rider is 300 lbs

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Call us at 800-862-0557 for specific departure times and other details.





 

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