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Scenic Float & Ride

PRICING:

Adults $189

Ages 13 & Up

Children $179

Ages 7-12

Answer the call of serenity — all day long!

 9 AM Trip Itinerary:

  • 8:30 am: Check-in at the Corrals
  • 9:00 am: Horseback ride into the Absaroka Mountains
  • 11:30 am: Check-in at Yellowstone Raft Company (206 Park St. Gardiner, MT 59030)
  • 12:00 am: Scenic float trip down the Yellowstone River

Please allow 30 minutes to reach the corrals from the town of Gardiner and arrive 30 minutes prior to horse departure times to adjust your stirrups!  You may want to bring a snack to keep your energy levels up.

  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to trip time to fill out paperwork and get geared up.
  • Plan for 5 hours round-trip.  All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee the trip length or size of rapids due to water flow.
  • Transportation to and from the river is provided.
  • The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly, water shoes and fleece are strongly recommended. 
  • Long Pants and closed-toed shoes are required for horseback.
  • Helmets and life jackets are always provided as well as wetsuits, splash jackets, and booties when needed!

Saddle and Paddle FAQ's

Dress according to the weather. We can provide cool-weather gear, but we recommend fleece.  Sunglasses and sunblock are recommended. Your feet will likely get wet in the raft, but we do provide water shoes.

**All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee trip length or size of rapids due to water flow. The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly.  
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Cowboy Cookout

Cowboy Cookout

A Western Cookout prepared by our very own Wranglers!

Dinner time: 7:00 pm.

Check-in: Please check in at Hell’s A Roarin’ Outfitters: 164 Crevice Road, Gardiner, Montana. You will need to leave the town of Gardiner at one hour before your departure time to check in.  If you have not paid, please check-in at  Paradise Adventure Company first. Please check with Yellowstone National Park to see if there are any road closures or construction delays.

lease notify us of food allergies and special dietary needs 24 hours prior to your cookout. See Sample Menu below.

*NO Cookouts on Friday or Saturday

 

Adults $59
Children (7-12) $49
Children Under 6 FREE

What's For Dinner?

Our Delicious Cowboy Cookout Menu may include Steak and Chicken on the Grill, Baked Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Green Salad/Side Salad, Hot Biscuits, Homemade Dessert, Ice Tea and Lemonade.  Please note menu options vary.  Guests are welcome to bring their own beverages.  If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know 24 hours ahead of your reservation.

 

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Yellowstone Horseback Ride & Raft Trip

Saddle & Paddle

PRICING:

Adults $229

Ages 13 & Up

Children $219

Ages 7 - 12

Answer the call of adventure — all day long!

 9 AM Trip Itinerary:

  • 8:30 am: Check-in at the Corrals
  • 9:00 am: Horseback ride into the Absaroka Mountains
  • 11:30 pm: Check-in at Yellowstone Raft Company (206 Park St. Gardiner, MT 59030)
  • 12:00 pm: Whitewater rafting trip down the Yellowstone River

Please allow 30 minutes to reach the Corral from the town of Gardiner and arrive 30 minutes prior to horse departure times to adjust your stirrups!  You may want to bring a snack to keep your energy levels up.

Available May - August

  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to trip time to fill out paperwork and get geared up.
  • Plan for 5 hours round-trip.  All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee the trip length or size of rapids due to water flow.
  • Transportation to and from the river is provided.
  • The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly, water shoes and fleece are strongly recommended.
  • Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required for horseback.
  • Helmets and life jackets are always provided as well as wetsuits, splash jackets, and booties when needed!

Saddle and Paddle FAQ's

Dress according to the weather. We can provide cool-weather gear, but we recommend fleece, Under Armour, or a synthetic material – not cotton – for under your rafting gear. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet, especially on a hot day. We provide all whitewater gear including helmets, life jackets, and water shoes (if needed). You may want to bring a change of clothes for afterward and change in our changing rooms. Sunglasses and sunblock are recommended. the ranch does not provide rain gear.

**All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee trip length or size of rapids due to water flow. The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly.  
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Yellowstone Cowboy Cookout with Horseback Riding Trip

Cowboy Cookout with One Hour Ride

PRICING:

Adult Riders $250

Ages 13 & Up

Children Riders $225

Ages 7-12

 

A HORSEBACK RIDE WITH DINNER PROVIDED!

  • Ride through the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness on the edge of Yellowstone with a soothing horseback swaying motion.
  • Get the horseback riding instruction you need for your whole family to feel at ease on our gentle horses.
  • See the sights from a higher vantage as you ride through the fresh air and panoramic mountain scenery of Yellowstone.
What's on the menu?

Grilled steaks, pork chops, hot dogs, potatoes, several salads, cornbread, dessert and beverage. A vegetarian burger is available with prior request. You may bring alcoholic beverages if you wish.

  • The last cookout is August 10.
  • There is no cookout on July 4 or Fathers Day weekend.
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to trip time to fill out paperwork and get geared up.
  • The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly. Fleece is strongly recommended.
  • Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required for horseback.
  • Vegetarian Diet requests must be made in advance.

FAQ: Cowboy Cookout with One Hour Ride

Riders must be ages 7 and up. If your child is petite, please be aware that they must be able to reach the stirrups to ride. We do our very best to accommodate everyone. There is no weight limit and each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. No double riders are allowed. If you any questions or concerns, please call us.
Please check-in at the Corrals at The Hells A Roarin' Outfitters Ranch, (164 Crevice Rd. Gardiner, MT) 30 minutes prior to your ride. Horseback Rides must be reserved to ensure there will be a horse waiting for you. Horses are limited on rides so be sure to call us or reserve online as soon as you know your desired ride date. *** PLEASE NOTE: THE CORRALS ARE A 30 MINUTE DRIVE FROM THE TOWN OF GARDINER. Please be aware this is a gravel road. There is RV parking available at the Wranglers.
Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required. You will be riding at a higher elevation and through the wilderness so we do recommend taking a light jacket or sweatshirt with you. Each saddle has a small saddle bag for a water bottle, a small camera, or your jacket. Do not wear fanny packs or a large camera on your body, you could hurt yourself if you fell off the horse and onto one of these items. The Horseback Rides do go in the rain unless the Wranglers deem the trails are unsafe. You will need to bring your own rain gear, the ranch does not supply clothing of any type. If you have concerns about bugs, you must put your bug spray before you leave for your ride or at your car. Do not spray bug spray around the horses.

Testimonials

"Horses were gentle and knew where to go without any effort from us. Dinner was extremely good and with gourmet salads. Campfire and singing with a history lesson about the ranch included. Loved the experience."
Candace
"This was an experience beyond our expectations! My family had so much fun on the horseback ride and thoroughly enjoyed the cowboy dinner after. I highly recommend this as part of your vacation to YellowStone National Park! If we ever make it back to YellowStone we will definitely be doing this again! It was my 11 year olds favorite part of the entire vacation. Great people at Hells A'Roarin Ranch from the guide to the dinner folks- I cannot say enough how awesome it was!"
Gladys L.
"The experience will be something we will talk about in years to come. Riding on horseback and taking in the mountains, sky, and surroundings was breathtaking. The dinner afterwards was more than I expected. Generous and many dishes. Outdoor fire afterwards as well. Thank you so much for making such a wonderful memory for my family."
Darlene
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Yellowstone Horseback Riding Trips - Gardiner, Montana

2 Hour Horseback Ride

PRICING:

Participants $200

Best for Ages 7 & Up

About Our 2-Hour Horseback Rides

Saddle up for an unforgettable journey just outside Yellowstone’s North Entrance! Our 2-hour horseback rides offer a scenic and immersive experience through the breathtaking Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Ride along peaceful forest trails, across open mountain meadows, past sparkling creeks, and take in panoramic views of Montana’s iconic Big Sky Country.

Our gentle, well-trained horses and helpful wranglers make it easy for riders of all experience levels to feel comfortable and confident. You’ll get basic riding instruction before hitting the trail, and our guides are always happy to share fun facts about the area’s plants, animals, and landscapes along the way.

Hosted by Paradise Adventure Company.

Know Before You Go

  • Check-in

At our office 1 hour in advance to fill out paperwork and drive to the corrals.

  • Transportation

Guests provide their own transportation to the corrals. Plan on a 30-minute drive on a gravel road.

  • What to Wear

Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required for horseback rides.

  • Trail Length

2-hour rides cover approximately 5 miles.

  • Who Can Ride

This trip is open to guests ages 7 and up.

Horseback Riding FAQs

Riders must be ages 7 and up. Please note that children must be able to reach the stirrups in order to ride. We do our best to accommodate all riders, so if you have specific questions or concerns, feel free to call us. There is no weight limit, and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of safely riding their own horse.
Both rides depart from a private ranch just outside Yellowstone National Park’s North Entrance. Our 1-hour trail ride takes you on a 3-mile journey through the Absaroka Wilderness, while our 2-hour trail ride spans approximately 5-miles with more scenic stops and photo ops.
Yes, reservations are required to ensure a horse is available for you. Horses are limited on each ride, so we recommend booking as early as possible—either online or by calling us directly.
Please check in 30 minutes prior to your ride at the corrals located at: Hells A Roarin' Outfitters Ranch, 164 Crevice Rd., Gardiner, MT Guests must check-in at the corrals 30-minutes before their ride and are responsible for their transportation. Depart Gardiner an hour in advance and plan on a scenic 30-minute drive on a gravel. RV parking is available at the Wrangler station.
We recommend wearing and/or bring the following: Long pants and closed-toed shoes (these are required for horseback rides) A light jacket or sweatshirt (the weather is unpredictable, and you’ll be riding at higher elevation) Each saddle is equipped with a small saddle bag to carry a water bottle, light jacket, or small camera. Please avoid wearing fanny packs or large cameras on your body, as they could cause injury if you fall.
Yes, rides go out rain or shine unless the wranglers determine trail conditions are unsafe. Please bring your own rain gear, as the ranch does not supply clothing or protective wear.
Yes—but please apply bug spray at your car or before you approach the horses. Do not spray bug spray near the horses, as it can startle or irritate them.

Testimonials

"Alex and Riley were our horseback guides. So patient and professional. The horses are well taken cared for. The trail was breathtaking.5+++++++ experience all the way. A MUST DO ACTIVITY for anyone visiting Yellowstone."
Alanna B.
"Our horses were great and the staff there gave us some quick pointers on how to ride the horses. The area which we did the horseback riding was beautiful (along a mountain side)... I would definitely recommend this experience."
4WickBoys
TripAdvisor Review
"Our horses were great and the staff there gave us some quick pointers on how to ride the horses. The area which we did the horseback riding was beautiful (along a mountain side)... I would definitely recommend this experience."
Gus G.
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1 Hour Horseback Ride

 

PRICING:

Participants $150

Ages 7 & Up

About Our 1-Hour Horseback Rides

Looking for a shorter ride that still captures the magic of Yellowstone Country? Our 1-hour guided horseback ride is the perfect introduction to Montana’s wild beauty. Located just outside the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, this scenic adventure takes you into the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, where you’ll ride through forests, mountain meadows, and along peaceful streams.

Ideal for first-time riders, families, and anyone short on time, this experience is open to guests ages 7 and up who can comfortably reach the stirrups. You’ll be matched with one of our friendly, well-trained horses and guided by experienced wranglers who will make sure you feel confident and safe in the saddle.

Hosted by Paradise Adventure Company.

Know Before You Go

  • Check-in

At our office 1 hour in advance to fill out paperwork and drive to the corrals.

  • Transportation

Guests provide their own transportation to the corrals. Plan on a 30-minute drive on a gravel road.

  • What to Wear

Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required for horseback rides.

  • Trail Length

1-hour rides cover approximately 3-miles.

  • Who Can Ride

This trip is open to guests ages 7 and up.

Horseback Riding FAQs

Riders must be ages 7 and up. Please note that children must be able to reach the stirrups in order to ride. We do our best to accommodate all riders, so if you have specific questions or concerns, feel free to call us. There is no weight limit, and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of safely riding their own horse.
Both rides depart from a private ranch just outside Yellowstone National Park’s North Entrance. Our 1-hour trail ride takes you on a 3-mile journey through the Absaroka Wilderness, while our 2-hour trail ride spans approximately 5-miles with more scenic stops and photo ops.
Yes, reservations are required to ensure a horse is available for you. Horses are limited on each ride, so we recommend booking as early as possible—either online or by calling us directly.
Please check in 30 minutes prior to your ride at the corrals located at: Hells A Roarin' Outfitters Ranch, 164 Crevice Rd., Gardiner, MT Guests must check-in at the corrals 30-minutes before their ride and are responsible for their transportation. Depart Gardiner an hour in advance and plan on a scenic 30-minute drive on a gravel. RV parking is available at the Wrangler station.
We recommend wearing and/or bring the following: Long pants and closed-toed shoes (these are required for horseback rides) A light jacket or sweatshirt (the weather is unpredictable, and you’ll be riding at higher elevation) Each saddle is equipped with a small saddle bag to carry a water bottle, light jacket, or small camera. Please avoid wearing fanny packs or large cameras on your body, as they could cause injury if you fall.
Yes, rides go out rain or shine unless the wranglers determine trail conditions are unsafe. Please bring your own rain gear, as the ranch does not supply clothing or protective wear.
Yes—but please apply bug spray at your car or before you approach the horses. Do not spray bug spray near the horses, as it can startle or irritate them.

Testimonials

"Alex and Riley were our horseback guides. So patient and professional. The horses are well taken cared for. The trail was breathtaking.5+++++++ experience all the way. A MUST DO ACTIVITY for anyone visiting Yellowstone."
Alanna B.
"Our horses were great and the staff there gave us some quick pointers on how to ride the horses. The area which we did the horseback riding was beautiful (along a mountain side)... I would definitely recommend this experience."
4WickBoys
TripAdvisor Review
"Our horses were great and the staff there gave us some quick pointers on how to ride the horses. The area which we did the horseback riding was beautiful (along a mountain side)... I would definitely recommend this experience."
Gus G.
Posted by Yellowstone Raft Co. Crew