DAY TRIP INTO THE BACK COUNTRY OF THE CHUGACH NATIONAL FOREST
An easy going, scenic trail ride though our beautiful Kenai River Valley; a fulfilling day of riding and relaxing in the wilds of Alaska while looking for wildlife. Our back country rides are fine for folks with little or no experience as well as the seasoned rider. Beginners should have a desire to learn the basic horsemanship skills, as well as being in good physical condition. We take plenty of breaks including lunch at a great spot midway. This wilderness adventure lasts about 6 hours including rest breaks.
Our back country rides are for a minimum of four guests and maximum of twelve. Singles and couples will be mixed with groups of similar riding ability and interests. The locations for these day rides will be selected based on group size, experience level, interests and trail conditions. Children should be 12 years of age for this trip. Call for age exceptions and custom family rides. Multiple day trips to different locations are encouraged. Forest Service trails may limit guests to maximum of 6 in any one group. Private group rides our specialty.
SOME LOCATIONS MAY BE:
RUSSIAN GAP May – October
A fun and popular trip offering a variety of riding trails and very scenic. Good wildlife viewing opportunities. (sheep, bear, moose, eagles)
TERN LAKE May – October
An easy going ride with lots of mountain views. Takes in the old trail our pioneers built to access the gold country. May include some gold panning. Watch for moose on this trail.
JUNEAU FALLS July – October
Spectacular water falls viewing with access from the Resurrection Trail located in the Chugach National Forest.
JUNEAU FALLS July – October. Spectacular water falls viewing with access from the Resurrection Trail located in the Chugach National Forest.
Rides begin at 10:00 am with show-up time no later than 9:30 am. Includes lunch at a great location and concludes around 4:00 pm. We furnish “Outback” outerwear for weather protection. Reservations required.
Rate: $250 per person. Private ride add $200. Less than 4 riders we combine the morning and afternoon ride from the ranch.
DELUXE DAY TRIPS
These trips are long days but well worth it. Meant for the adventurous at heart who are comfortable in the saddle. This is some of the finest horseback riding in Alaska. We choose a ride that best fits your interests and abilities. Multiple day trips are recommended. Featuring spectacular views and wildlife viewing opportunities, great for the photographer or folks that want to go the extra mile.
SOME LOCATIONS MAY BE:
DEVIL’S PASS TRAIL July – October
Takes us into the high mountain valleys of the Chugach National Forest and above tree line. A good wildlife viewing trip as well as challenging ride.
JUNEAU LAKE July – October
A scenic ride along Resurrection Trail to Juneau Lake. This ride also takes in the beautiful Juneau Falls.
CRESCENT LAKE TRAIL July – October
A high mountain valley lake, popular for it’s grayling fishing. Very Scenic.
JOHNSON LAKE TRAIL July – October
We haul our horses a ways, for this one is well worth the spectacular views. Fishing options are available.
KENAI NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE May – October
We use an old hunter’s packing trail that takes us above tree line. Lunch on top of a mountain that overlooks the Peninsula. Spectacular!
Rides depart approx. 9:00 am or earlier and requires transporting the horses. Lunch and snacks included. Rides conclude from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Plan on seven hours or more in the saddle on most trips. Lots of picture-taking breaks. Call for reservations.
Rate: Starting at $300 per person, depending on location and trip. Four person minimum. Private ride add $300
