Horseback Riding
Get out your wranglers, hop on a horse and experience Summit County
like a true Colorado native. In Summit County, Colorado, there
are hundreds of spectacular horseback riding trails and roads.
Horses played an integral role in the gold mining communities of the
19th century. They were used for transportation, farming and
mining related jobs. Throughout the 20th century, and even today,
horses are an important part of culture in Colorado.
Horses will take you deep in to Summit County's wilderness. You
might ride around the Keystone or Breckenridge ski resorts. Or
you might ride into the Arapaho National Forest or the Eagles Nest
Wilderness Area. In a half-day ride, you'll be able to slowly
climb up to an incredible mountain view. You'll see fields
blooming with delicate, colorful wildflowers. You'll see pristine
rivers raging down a ravine. You might even ride up to an old
gold mining sight! Going into the mountains on a horseback ride
enables you to cover more distance. Also important is the
unforgettable bond that you will form with your horse.
Featured Listings: (add your listing)
AVA's Colorado Rafting & Adventure
Join us for rafting on 5 Colorado rivers, rock climbing, fly fishing or horseback riding adventures. Package discounts & deals available daily on our website.
(877) 723-8464
Horseback Riding Listings: (add your listing)
Copper Mountain Stables
Copper Mountain Stables provides Summit County and Vail Valley with some of the most beautiful Trail Rides and Sleigh Rides around.
(970) 968-2232
The Adventure Company, Breckenridge
All levels of whitewater rafting trips for all ages! Can plan "combo" trips - fish, mountain bike, horseback ride and more, plus whitewater rafting - all in one day!
(800) 497-7238
Guided trips are available throughout Summit County. Ranches and
outfitters have put together unique adventure packages that are sure to
fit your schedule, group size, price point and interests. There
are outfitters that will take you on the ride of a lifetime- exciting,
fast-paced, adventurous. There are outfitters that will lead you
through a peaceful meadow- allowing you to relax and enjoy a slow-paced
day in Colorado's high alpine ecosystem. Take a deep breath and
smell the wildflowers!
Other guided trips are great for beginners. One and two hour
rides won't make your body too sore, but you will still get to
experience horseback riding in Colorado. After your ride, the
guides will cook up a fabulous mountain meal. Sunrise and sunset
meal/ride combos are especially popular. The menu will most
likely include bacon, baked beans or Texas toast. Most
outfitters, however, are glad to accommodate special diets.
Horseback riding in Summit County, Colorado is an experience not to
miss. Saddle up and put on your cowboy hat! Get ready for
the ride of your life.
Other pages you might find helpful:
Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center
Providing a unique source of therapy for those with disabilities.
network of Travel Guides