Horseback Riding

Few activities embody the West like a good old-fashioned horseback ride through Colorado’s prairie or mountain settings. Somehow, wildlife viewing, sightseeing and simply enjoying the outdoors are just a bit different when sitting astride a saddle.

Horseback riding at a Colorado dude and guest ranch
Horseback riding at a Colorado dude and guest ranch
Getting ready to ride at a Colorado Dude Ranch
Horseback riding through the aspens near Buena Vista
Horseback riding through the wildflowers near Edwards
Horseback riding through the aspens near Telluride
An Old Ranch
Horseback riding through Colorado's golden aspen leaves near Idaho Springs, CO
A cowboy leads his horses out of the stables near Steamboat Springs, CO
Horseback pack trip near Meeker, Colorado
Horseback riding in Aurora

Horseriding stables and dude ranches all over Colorado offer everything from half-day guided trail rides to overnight adventures in the state’s amazing natural places.

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Visit Colorado Springs

Exquisite natural landscapes, rich Western history and impressive cultural offerings are just a few things that attract visitors from near and far to Colorado Springs, Olympic City USA, nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak one hour from Denver.

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Visit Denver

Denver — The Mile High City — is where urban sophistication meets outdoor adventure. Denver is an outdoor city known for its art, culture, food, music and sports in the Rocky Mountain region.