Contact Info
- Toll-Free:
- 888-454-8828
- Phone 2:
- 801-487-7200
Basics
- Activity Type:
- Horseback Riding
- Length:
- 7 days
Description
The Bitterroot is the last ranch in a remote valley bordering the Shoshone National Forest and the largest wild ecosystem left in the lower 48 states. The place has more the character of a family farm, with some early 20th century buildings and its varied livestock, than a commercial guest ranch. Horses are the focal point and special pride is taken in the well-mannered Arabs bred and trained for guest use.
One can ride through wide open spaces in all directions always in view of the eternal snow of the Wind River mountains. The terrain is extremely varied, sagebrush plains, grassy meadows and rocky gorges giving way to forested mountains and alpine clearings.
There are well over a hundred horses for about 30 guests, so each person has several different mounts which keeps them fresh and responsive through the season. The program is geared to those who want to improve their skills or who already ride well, and guests are grouped according to ability. Video taped instruction in the outdoor ring is an option for beginner and intermediate riders. Those with experience riding cross country can try the varied course of over 70 made jumps. Picnic rides enable one to explore high in the mountains (up to 10,000 feet) and most weeks there will be an opportunity to herd cattle. There will also be a chance to try your hand at team sorting.
Visit the Bitterroot Ranch site for more details about this outstanding horseback riding vacation.
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The week begins with a short demonstration of riding techniques followed by an evaluation. Well qualified guides lead small groups on 2-3 hour morning and afternoon rides. Lessons are available on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. On Friday afternoons there is a friendly team sorting competition, which provides an introduction to working cattle. A picnic ride is scheduled for Saturday which often includes moving cattle to different parts of our grazing allotment inthe National Forest.
Accommodations are in charming cabins scattered along a clear mountain stream. Guests can try fly fishing in the stream or in our stocked trout ponds.
THIS ITINERARY IS FLEXIBLE. CHANGES MAY OCCUR DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.
