These trails are NOT inside Glacier National Park.
Our West Glacier Corral is conveniently located on Highway 2, just 1.5 miles outside the West entrance of Glacier National Park. You will check in for your ride at the Activity Desk inside the Crown of the Continent Discovery Center. Our rides depart from behind the building and utilize private land easements, including a powerline access road, and onto public land managed by the United States Forest Service. All rides are conducted at a walking pace only.
As a result of recent USFS fuel reduction work to thin the forest, there is potential for greater exposure to the elements. Please check the forecast and prepare yourself accordingly for sun, wind, or rain.
Check-in at the stated time. After check-in, we will administer paperwork and give a mandatory safety briefing. This takes roughly an additional 45 minutes with the entire loading process. The “time in the saddle” is the duration listed on the reservation and is an approximate.
Need help choosing a ride? Check out this page: Which Ride Should You Choose? Physical fitness is a major factor and is very important to consider before you even hit the trail.
All of our riders are expected to mount the horse from the ground without a mounting block. Be sure to discuss your abilities and expectations with all the members of your party.
To review our complete Cancellation and Refund Policy, please click here.
lodgepole loop
1 hour in the saddle
$110 per person
- Checks in at 11:15am, 1:15pm, and 3:30pm*
- Located OUTSIDE of Glacier National Park
- Riders must be 7 years or older
- Riders must be at least 48″ tall and weigh at least 48lbs
- Riders must weigh no more than 225lbs (including clothing and gear)**
- Rider weight will be verified by scale at check-in
Riders who do not meet the above requirements or who arrive late will NOT be allowed to participate and NO REFUNDS will be given. View full restrictions and refund policy here
This non-stop, one-hour, out-and-back ride is a great option for young children, novice or nervous riders, and guests with a tight schedule! As you meander through roughly 2 miles of lodgepole forests and sections of clear cutting, you’ll have the perfect amount of time to get comfortable on the horses and get a taste for what it’s like to explore the area on horseback.
*Beginning September 21st, rides will check in at 8:30am, 11:30am, and 2:30pm
**Between May 16-18 and September 14-October 15, riders must weigh no more than 200lbs (including clothing and gear)
west glacier gateway
2 hours in the saddle
$150 per person
- Checks in at 7:45am, 10:00am, 12:45pm, 3:00pm*
- Located OUTSIDE of Glacier National Park
- Riders must be 7 years or older
- Riders must be at least 48″ tall and weigh at least 48lbs
- Riders must weigh no more than 225lbs (including clothing and gear)**
- Rider weight will be verified by scale at check-in
Riders who do not meet the above requirements or arrive late will NOT be able to participate and NO REFUNDS will be given. View full restrictions and refund policy here
This non-stop two hour loop is our most popular trail for experienced and beginner riders alike. Cover more ground and spend more time in the saddle than the one hour, but still have time in your day for other activities like hiking and rafting. The lodgepole forest opens to include views of Strawberry Mountain. Pockets of stately larch trees and cottonwoods abound as well, making this ride a gorgeous choice in the fall when the colors start to turn!
*Beginning Sep 21st, rides will check in at 8:30 am, 11:30 am, and 2:30 pm
**Between May 16-18 and September 14-October 15, riders must weigh no more than 200lbs (including clothing and gear)
west glacier lookout
3 hours in the saddle
$185 per person
- Checks in at 7:45 am & 12:15pm*
- Located OUTSIDE of Glacier National Park
- Riders must be 7 years or older
- Riders must be at least 48″ tall and weigh at least 48lbs
- Riders must weigh no more than 225lbs (including clothing and gear)**
- Rider weight will be verified by scale at check-in
Riders who do not meet the above requirements or arrive late will NOT be able to participate and NO REFUNDS will be given. View full restrictions and refund policy here
This three hour trail brings you further into Flathead National Forest and affords views of Strawberry and Desert Mountain. Traverse roughly 2.5 miles of lodgepole pine forest, sections of clear cutting, and lush cottonwood stands as you gently ascend to the overlook. Dismount and stretch your legs while enjoying the views of Desert Mountain and Strawberry Mountain. Saddle up and continue another couple of miles on this loop back to the corral. Keep an eye out for huckleberries, deer, and bear!
*Beginning Sep 21st, rides will check in at 8:30 am and 1:00 pm
**Between May 16-18 and September 14-October 15, riders must weigh no more than 200lbs (including clothing and gear)
mountain view
6 hours in the saddle
$450 per person
- Checks in at 9:00am
- Located OUTSIDE of Glacier National Park
- Offered July-September
- Bring your own lunch and 2L of water
- Riders must be 10 years or older
- Riders must be at least 48″ tall and weigh at least 48lbs
- Riders must weigh no more than 225lbs (including clothing and gear)*
- Rider weight will be verified by scale at check-in
Riders who do not meet the above requirements or arrive late will NOT be able to participate and NO REFUNDS will be given. View full restrictions and refund policy here
Spend an entire day exploring the forest and mountains of West Glacier on horseback. This ride is great for experienced riders who want to experience a day in the saddle focused on the journey, not the destination. Not recommended for beginners as this trip spends roughly 6 hours in the saddle. About halfway through the day you’ll stop for a break on the trail. You’ll dismount the horses and have time to admire the scenery and stretch your legs while you enjoy the lunch you packed for yourself.
As a result of recent USFS fuel reduction work to thin the forest, a significant portion of this trail is made up of new Forest Service roads and rides through sections of clear cut forest.
*Between May 16-18 and September 14-October 15, riders must weigh no more than 200lbs (including clothing and gear)
Cowboy cookout
2 hours in the saddle + dinner and campfire
$185 per person
- Checks in at 3:30pm*
- Located OUTSIDE of Glacier National Park
- Riders must be 7 years or older
- Riders must be at least 48″ tall and weigh at least 48lbs
- Riders must weigh no more than 225lbs (including clothing and gear)**
- Rider weight will be verified by scale at check-in
Riders who do not meet the above requirements or arrive late will NOT be able to participate and NO REFUNDS will be given. View full restrictions and refund policy here
Combine two Montana classics: western riding and grilled steaks! Your cookout adventure begins with a 2 hour horseback ride. As you ride through an aspen/lodgepole forest, keep an eye out for the wide variety of seasonal wild flowers and wildlife. Once you arrive at our cookout camp, dismount your horse and enjoy a chips and salsa appetizer while your guides prepare a traditional cowboy dinner of steaks*** over open flame, corn, green salad, beans, buns, and s’mores for dessert. With your tummy full, you’ll be just a short stroll back to your car.
Alcoholic beverages are not included, but are available for purchase to riders 21+. You’ll check in at the Crown of the Continent Discovery Center which offers Montana made wine, beer, or spirits that riders can add to their meal.
We have a meal-only option available for those are unable to ride on the trails with the rest of their party. These group members can enjoy an activity of their own until it is time to join the riders around the campfire to enjoy the cookout together. This meal-only option is $50.
Please note that campfires may not be allowed if Flathead County is under fire restrictions.
*Beginning Sep 21st, ride will check in at 9 am
**Between May 16-18 and September 14-October 15, riders must weigh no more than 200lbs (including clothing and gear)
***Steaks may be substituted with chicken or a veggie burger. Be sure to make dietary restrictions known when booking
Trail System
Still need help choosing a ride? Check out this page: Which Ride Should You Choose? While budget and schedule are likely the first things you will determine, your physical fitness is a huge factor and is very important to consider before you even hit the trail: All of our riders are expected to mount the horse from the ground without a mounting block. Be sure to discuss your abilities and expectations with all the members of your party.
