The Breckenridge Stables are the closest option to our resort locations, and the only horseback riding option right here in Breckenridge! Their 90-minute trail ride takes guests on a scenic adventure between peaks 9 and 10 above Breckenridge. Get ready for river crossings and beaver ponds, panoramic vistas and breathtaking views, all astride a beautiful horse. Their experienced wranglers will match each rider to one of their 100 horses based on the rider’s ability and age- all abilities and ages are welcome!
- Location: 620 Village Road
- Date of Operation: May 21-September 30
Gore Range Outfitters, located in Silverthorne, is another great option in the area! Their 90-minute trail ride is perfect for beginner to intermediate riders, and takes guests through breathtaking valleys of wildflowers, streams, and forests. This ride explores trails behind their private ranch, where wildlife is frequently spotted! Take in the views of the Gore and Tenmile Ranges, as well as Lake Dillon. Their rides depart twice daily, at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The minimum age for this trail ride is 8 years old.
- Location: 358 Blue River Parkway, Silverthorne, CO 80424
- Dates of Operation: June-August
Our neighbors over at Keystone Stables have options for the whole family! Their one-hour trail rides, available daily, feature magnificent views and interesting facts provided by knowledgeable wranglers. Learn about the history of the area and the local flora and fauna while atop a friendly horse. If you want an even more relaxing experience, try one of their wagon rides! Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride to the Soda Creek homestead. Scenic Wagon Ride, Campfire and S’mores Wagon Ride, and Dinner Wagon Rides are available!
- Location: 1256 Soda Ridge Road, Keystone, CO 80435
- Dates of Operation: June 14-August 18
Rusty Spurr Ranch, located north of Summit County in Kremmling, has options for all ability levels, from novice to advanced! Their Colorado Trail Rides have the option of 1, 2, or 3-hour durations and allows you to choose your own trail and adveture! You’ll find yourself navigating your way through aspen groves and wildflower fields, up mountainsides and through valleys. There are several historic 1800s-era pioneer homesteads along the way, with plenty of opportunities to view local wildlife. Advanced riders may opt for the four-hour long cattle drive for an authentic western experience! Riders will participate in a real cattle drive, helping wranglers move a herd with coaching.
- Location: Colorado Highway 9 and Grand, County Road 387, Kremmling, CO 80459
- Dates of Operation: June 14-September 29
Platte Ranch is located outside of Fairplay, and provides wonderful views of seven different mountain ranges from your horse’s back. On this ride, you can choose from a variety of paths (not in single file), so you can have a fun time riding right alongside your friend or family members. The guide will take you up to a large open area and you will have the option of testing out your cowboy skills and letting your horse run. You will really makes you feel like you are part of the ranch! Platte Ranch caters to all levels of riding ability and including options from hourly rides to half-day trips. Platte Ranch offers discounts to BGV owners and guests- contact concierge to book!
- Location: Fairply, CO 80440
While neither offers trail rides, we have two incredible non-profit horse rescues in the area that are worthy of a shout-out! If you are able, consider donating or volunteering your time to these organizations.
Summit Valley Horse Center, located in Silverthorne, has two primary goals. Firstly, they rehabilitate rescued horses with the goal of adopting them to forever homes and creating a second chance at life! Secondly, SVHC provides opportunities to the local community with educational and volunteer opportunities, offering a rewarding human-horse connection.
Far View Horse Rescue, located in Fairplay, is a volunteer and community-based non-profit which provides shelter, care, rehabilitation, and adoption services for abused, neglected, abandoned, and unwanted horses. As described on their site, they are “committed to reducing the number of unwanted horses by providing community resources through equine education and interactive learning, providing a welcoming environment where equine and humans inspire and enrich each other.”
