Ride & Camp
Embark on the ultimate wilderness adventure! Explore remote landscapes and rugged terrain with our wilderness camping via horseback, or just enjoy one of our short rides if camping isn't for you. Ride through pristine forest, majestic mountains and untouched wilderness. Our expert guides will lead you on an unforgettable journey, providing safety, knowledge and camaraderie along the way. Immerse yourself in nature, disconnect from the hustle and bustle and create life long memories under the stars. Book your adventure now and discover the true essence of outdoor exploration!
Summer Season | May 1st - August 30th 2024
Guided Horseback & Camping Experience
Ride your horse to the campsite in the San Juan Mountains which will be your base
for the next 1 - 3 days. Your professional wrangler and guide will prepare a hearty campfire breakfast
each morning to fuel a day of horseback riding or hiking through national forest. Enjoy a hot meal back at camp for the evening and rest in the beauty of the mountains.
Guided Day trip | $700 per person (10 hr. ride includes lunch)
2 Day over night trip | $1000 per person (3 person min.)
3 to 6 day trip | $1700 per person (3 person min.)
Enhance your experience with a cabin stay and chef prepared meals at
Colorado Trails Ranch Lodge, prior to or following your trip for an additional cost
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Summer Drop Camping
Our wranglers and horses will transport you and your gear to to your campsite. Our camping trips are
fully equipped with a large canvas tent, cook stove, cooking utensils, tables, chairs, water filter
and firewood. For an extra fee, we are glad to purchase and arrange your food,
sleeping bags and water. Your day may consist of wandering the forest, reading, campfire cooking, games
or just simply time to decompress and rejuvenate your senses in the solitude of nature.
2 Day 1 night trip | $500 per person (3 person min.)
3 to 6 day trip | $650 per person (3 person min.)
Enhance your experience with a cabin stay and chef prepared meals at
Colorado Trails Ranch Lodge, prior to or following your trip for an additional cost
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Horseback Day Rides
Horseback riding in Durango, Colorado is an incredibly unique way to experience our beautiful San Juan
mountains. Riding alongside and through creeks and rivers and loping across mountain meadows – it’s easy
to feel like you’re in another world.
Novice riders need not be shy! Our guest ranch is accustomed to introducing beginners to horseback trail riding.
With the guidance of our experienced wranglers and the right mount for your personality, you’ll quickly
learn the basics of riding and be comfortable exploring beautiful mountain terrain on horseback.
Experienced riders will be pleased with the high quality of our horses, the diverse and well-kept
riding trails on our private 1000 acres and also trails adjoining San Juan National Forest. We have easy trails for
beginners, and more challenging trails for guests with advanced riding skills.
For the well-being of our horses, there is a weight restriction of 230 pounds for guests who wish to ride.
This weight limit may be adjusted based on height and riding ability.
Introductory Ride (1 hr.) | $75 per person
Taste of Colorado Trails Ranch (2 hrs.) | $110 per person
All Day Ride (Off-site) | $700 for 2 guests ; each additional rider $300 | Maximum 5 riders