Horseback Riding

Whether you are an experienced equestrian or have never been near a horse, a horseback trail ride is the perfect way to experience solitude and explore Big Sky's trails and beautiful wilderness areas.

  • Enjoy the spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife of Big Sky country from a saddle.
  • Chose from a variety of trips including short trails rides, pack trips, or combination trips featuring whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, and horse trail rides.
  • A local guide is an added bonus, providing local knowledge about natural history and native wildlife.

Overview

Local outfitters offer one-hour to all day trail rides, multi-day trips, and can also be combined with fishing, rafting or hiking.  Regardless of which trip your family chooses, all will enjoy viewing wildlife, scenic vistas, and a true western adventure.

Where to go Horseback Riding

Shorter duration trail rides, such as the one or two hour rides, typically bring you into the foothills of the Gallatin Range or along the Gallatin River valley. Longer trail rides, such as half day or full day, are take more experienced riders into the Gallatin Mountains or Yellowstone National Park.  Pack trips are also an option for those wishing to venture deep into Yellowstone National Park and Lee Metcalf Wilderness Area.

Rentals and Fees

Costs for a horseback trail ride vary depending on the length and type of trip one chooses.  Combination trips, such as rafting or fly-fishing and horse trail rides range between $100 to $300 for a full day.  Half-day trail rides range between $95 and $110, while full day trail rides cost between $165 and $300.  Appropriate lunches, transportation, equipment, and instruction are provided with all trips and are most likely included in these costs.

Hire a Guide

Because horses are animals with a mind of their own, most outfitters require a guide accompany you on your horse trail ride.  This only adds to the experience, since a guide can offer local knowledge of the flora, wildlife, and trails.

View the local providers:

Geyser Whitewater - Raft & Horseback Combo Trip - Whitewater experts on the legendary Gallatin River between Big Sky & Bozeman. Full/Half-Day trips with horseback riding. Great packages for the day for adults and kids.
Whitewater experts on the legendary Gallatin River between Big Sky & Bozeman. Full/Half-Day trips with horseback riding. Great packages for the day for adults and kids.
Phone (800) 914-9031
Montana Whitewater - Paddle & Saddle Trips - Enjoy 1/2-day on horseback, 1/2 rafting the Gallatin River! Plus inflatable Kayaks, free wetsuits, fly fishing & Zipline tours over the river. Closest raft company to Bozeman.
Enjoy 1/2-day on horseback, 1/2 rafting the Gallatin River! Plus inflatable Kayaks, free wetsuits, fly fishing & Zipline tours over the river. Closest raft company to Bozeman.
Phone (800) 799-4465
Yellowstone Mountain Guides - Horseback Rides - Daily guided trail rides into Yellowstone Park, just 20 minutes from Big Sky. With 20+ years experience, we specialize in private family tours and fishing for all ages.
Daily guided trail rides into Yellowstone Park, just 20 minutes from Big Sky. With 20+ years experience, we specialize in private family tours and fishing for all ages.
Phone (406) 646-7230
Offering all levels of riding and for various time lengths from 1-hour to 1/2-day to a full-day in the backcountry. Located at our ranch headquarters 7 mins from Yellowstone.
Phone (800) 243-0320
Website  | Phone : (406) 995-3888

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