Scenic Float & Ride: Deluxe
Scenic Float & Ride: Express
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
- 11:00 am: Check-in at Yellowstone Raft Company
- 11:30 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
What to Wear on Scenic Float
What to Wear on Horseback Ride
What to Bring
Are Small Children Allowed?
Check-In
Weight Limit?
Bringing a Camera or Phone?
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.
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. 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.
Rafting: Please bring a water bottle on the raft if you want. Everything gets wet, so plan on leaving electronics in your car or hotel room. Our professional photographer takes photos of every whitewater adventure that you'll be able to view and/or buy at Yellowstone Raft Company's office immediately following your trip.
Riding: Please bring a water bottle on the raft if you want. Everything gets wet, so plan on leaving electronics in your car or hotel room. Our professional photographer takes photos of every whitewater adventure that you'll be able to view and/or buy at Yellowstone Raft Company's office immediately following your trip.
You can be inexperienced and ages 5 & older for express trip, 7 & older for full day trip, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you have questions or concerns, please call us at 406-848-7777. Helmets available on request for horseback rides.
Please be at the Corrales at Hells A Roarin' Outfitters, (164 Crevice Rd. Gardiner, MT) 30 minutes prior to your ride. You may check-in under your name and please tell the wrangler you reserved with Yellowstone Raft Company. 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.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome. If you any questions or concerns, please call us.
*Please note, you will need to allow 30 minutes to reach the corrals from Gardiner town and arrive 30 minutes prior to horse departure times. Please be aware this is a gravel road. There is RV parking available at the corrals.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you have questions or concerns, please call us at 406-848-7777.
We highly recommend that you bring a camera for your Montana horseback rides, at your own risk.
We discourage bringing any electronics on the rafting portions of the trip.
Please don't let any electronics you bring distract you from the experience you're enjoying.
**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.
Posted by Yellowstone Raft Co. Crew
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.
Posted by Yellowstone Raft Co. Crew
Saddle & Paddle: Express
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
- 12:00 pm: Check-in at Yellowstone Raft Company
- 12:30 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
What to Wear on Whitewater
What to Wear on Horseback Ride
What to Bring
Are Small Children Allowed?
Check-In
Weight Limit?
Bringing a Camera or Phone?
Lunch?
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.
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. 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.
Rafting: Please bring a water bottle on the raft if you want. Everything gets wet, so plan on leaving electronics in your car or hotel room. Our professional photographer takes photos of every whitewater adventure that you'll be able to view and/or buy at Yellowstone Raft Company's office immediately following your trip.
Riding: Please bring a water bottle on the raft if you want. Everything gets wet, so plan on leaving electronics in your car or hotel room. Our professional photographer takes photos of every whitewater adventure that you'll be able to view and/or buy at Yellowstone Raft Company's office immediately following your trip.
You can be inexperienced and ages 5 & older for express trip, 7 & older for full day trip, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you have questions or concerns, please call us at 406-848-7777. Helmets available on request for horseback rides.
Please be at the Corrals at Hells A Roarin' Outfitters, (164 Crevice Rd. Gardiner, MT) 30 minutes prior to your ride. You may check-in under your name and please tell the wrangler you reserved with Yellowstone Raft Company. 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.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome. If you any questions or concerns, please call us.
*Please note, you will need to allow 30 minutes to reach the Corrals from Gardiner town and arrive 30 minutes prior to horse departure times. Please be aware this is a gravel road. There is RV parking available at the Corrals.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you have questions or concerns, please call us at 406-848-7777.
We highly recommend that you bring a camera for your Montana horseback rides, at your own risk.
We discourage bringing any electronics on the rafting portions of the trip.
Please don't let any electronics you bring distract you from the experience you're enjoying.
We will provide lunch vouchers for Subway for the Full Day Paddle and Saddle trip between activities. NOT the Express Combo Trips. Vouchers may be used anytime during the day.
**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.
Posted by Yellowstone Raft Co. Crew
Cowboy Cookout with One Hour Ride
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.
- 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, 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!
FAQ
Riders must be ages 5 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. Please call us with questions.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. 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.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you any questions or concerns, please call us.
*** 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
Posted by Yellowstone Raft Co. Crew
2 Hour Group Horseback Ride
Perfect for adventure seekers, guests aged 7 and up can experience the thrill of a lifetime on our 2-hour Yellowstone horseback riding trips. Take in the stunning Big Sky Country scenery and breathtaking landscapes of the Absaroka-Beartooth Mountain Wilderness, located just outside the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park.
Our expert wranglers guide you and your crew on a scenic journey through breathtaking mountain terrain, pine forests, creeks, meadows, and valleys. The team of wranglers will be available to answer any questions about the local flora and fauna, sharing their knowledge and passion for Yellowstone Country. We have horses suitable for riders of all experience levels, ensuring a relaxing expedition and unforgettable views of Montana's natural beauty.
Book your 2-hour horseback riding trip today!
PRICING:
Participants For 6 or More
$200
Best for Ages 7 & Up
STOP DRIVING, AND START RIDING!
- 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.
- 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, 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!
FAQ
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. Please call us with questions.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. 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.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you any questions or concerns, please call us.
*** 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
"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
Saddle and Paddle: Deluxe
Answer the call of adventure — all day long!
Trip Itinerary:
- 10:30 am: Check-in at the Corrales
- 11:00 am: Horseback ride into the Absaroka Mountains
- Lunch Break (1:30 pm): Break to allow you time for lunch in Gardiner, explore suggestions here and be sure to call ahead for ETA's (LUNCH NOT INCLUDED).
- 2:30 pm: Check-in at Yellowstone Raft Company
- 3:00 pm: 8-mile Whitewater rafting trip down the Yellowstone River
- Please arrive 30 minutes prior to trip time to fill out paperwork and get geared up.
- Plan for 8 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.
- Helmets and life jackets are always provided as well as wetsuits, splash jackets, and booties when needed!
Saddle and Paddle FAQ's
What to Wear on Whitewater
What to Wear on Horseback Ride
What to Bring
Are Small Children Allowed?
Check-In
Weight Limit?
Bringing a Camera or Phone?
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.
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. 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.
Rafting: Please bring a water bottle on the raft if you want. Everything gets wet, so plan on leaving electronics in your car or hotel room. Our professional photographer takes photos of every whitewater adventure that you'll be able to view and/or buy at Yellowstone Raft Company's office immediately following your trip.
Riding: Please bring a water bottle on the raft if you want. Everything gets wet, so plan on leaving electronics in your car or hotel room. Our professional photographer takes photos of every whitewater adventure that you'll be able to view and/or buy at Yellowstone Raft Company's office immediately following your trip.
You can be inexperienced and ages 5 & older for express trip, 7 & older for full day trip, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you have questions or concerns, please call us at 406-848-7777. Helmets available on request for horseback rides.
Please be at the Corrals at Hells A Roarin' Outfitters Ranch, (164 Crevice Rd. Gardiner, MT) 30 minutes prior to your ride. You may check in under your name and please tell the wrangler you reserved with Yellowstone Raft Company. 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.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome. If you any questions or concerns, please call us.
*Please note, you will need to allow 30 minutes to reach the Corral from Gardiner town and arrive 30 minutes prior to horse departure times. Please be aware this is a gravel road. There is RV parking available at the Corrals.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. You can be inexperienced and ages 5 & older for the express trip, 7 & older for a full day trip. If you have questions or concerns, please call us at 406-848-7777. Helmets are available on request for horseback rides.
We highly recommend that you bring a camera for your Montana horseback rides, at your own risk.
We discourage bringing any electronics on the rafting portions of the trip.
Please don't let any electronics you bring distract you from the experience you're enjoying.
**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.
Posted by Yellowstone Raft Co. Crew
1 Hour Horseback Ride
PRICING:
Participants
$120
Ages 7 & Up
STOP DRIVING, AND START RIDING!
- 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 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.
- 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, 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!
FAQ
Riders must be ages 5 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. Please call us with questions.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. 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.
There is no weight limit and all abilities are welcome, but each rider must be capable of riding their own horse. If you any questions or concerns, please call us.
*** 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, 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
"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
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