Location: Durango
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Top 7 Horseback Riding Tours in Durango, Colorado (CO)
Once a frontier mining town, Durango draws thousands of tourists year-round for the myriad outdoor recreational activities and scenic beauty. Mountain bikers, rafters, kayakers, horseback riders, rock climbers, hikers, campers, hunters and fishermen are drawn to the two-million acre San Juan National Forest and to the San Juan mountains, the largest range in the Rockies. But the city's biggest tourist draw is a nine-hour historic train ride in a vintage steam locomotive. The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, which hauled precious metals in the 1880s, now takes tourists for a 47-mile, open-air journey through mountains and forests and past abandoned mines to historic Silverton and back. Children and train buffs will relish the chance to climb into a locomotive and pore over railroad memorabilia at the railroad's museum. Skiers flock to the Durango Mountain Resort in winter, which also offers hiking, fishing, rafting and horseback riding in warmer months. Slow down your pace with a stroll past splendidly restored Victorian buildings in historic Downtown Durango and wind up a very active weekend in a local brewpub or saloon.
Restaurants in Durango
1. Rapp Corral
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 264 reviews
We offer the absolute best in mountain trail riding and wonderful winter sleigh riding in the San Juan National Forest, just twenty miles north of Durango Colorado! Rapp Corral is an Equal Opportunity Service Provider/Employer and operates under Special Use Permit #COL770 from the USDA Forest Service, San Juan National Forest.
Reviewed By LJH6 - Owasso, United States
We took the last sleigh ride of the season and we enjoyed every minute. The area is in a drought and the snow was pretty low, but the scenery was still very pretty and we enjoyed the ride. Our guide was super friendly and talked to us about the area and we enjoyed the conversation. We chose to go at 2pm and I am glad we didn't choose later in the day, as the sunsets in the mountains pretty quick and the later ride could have been much colder as the sun would have been behind the mountain. The hot cocoa at the end of the ride was delicious and the young lady who served it , was very nice and we enjoyed chatting with her. Definitely take blankets and dress warm, we were fine but the wind was quite brisk , so glad we were prepared. I would love to come back in the summer or fall for trail rides.
2. Over the Hill Outfitters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 160 reviews
Over the Hill Outfitters offers everything horseback from one and two hour rides on their 1200 acre private quarter horse ranch to horsemanship clinics, photography workshops,5 day horseback expeditions and a Continental Divide Ride in the heart of the Weminuche Wilderness of the San Juan National Forest. We also provide guided hunting, drop camps and a packing service.
3. Buck's Livery Inc.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 171 reviews
Year round outfitting business. Summer trail rides at Purgatory Resort in the San Juan Mountains. We cater to first time riders and experienced. Spectacular trails with experienced guides. Must be 8 years to ride. Fall big game hunting and packing. Winter sleigh rides.
Reviewed By LeslieMarieTX - Austin, United States
Our family had such a wonderful time in December of 2020 on a sleigh ride with Buck’s Livery! We enjoyed the staff from the moment we booked our reservation on the phone to saying our farewells. The horses were absolutely stunning and our guides were funny, friendly and knowledgeable! Perhaps our FAVORITE part of the trip was enjoying the herd of puppy dogs that joined us on the adventure! We highly recommend a family sleigh ride with Buck’s Livery! Best of luck with the new addition to your “herd.” Cheers! -Leslie and crew from Texas
4. San Juan Sky Outfitters, LLC
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
San Juan Sky Outfitters offers one of a kind adventures in the San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado. The Ultimate Train & Trail Ride is unlike any other experience taking you through time on the historic steam train, to meet our SJSO guide and horses for a breathtaking trail ride to your lunch spot overlooking incredible mountain peaks. Or, join us for one of our half day rides, guided hunting trips or let us help you plan your bucket list package. We can't wait to share the most beautiful country in the world with you.
5. Hole in the Wall Stables
6. Southfork Riding Stables and Outfitters
7. Horse Empower
Make your vacation a unique adventure with Horse Empower. So much more than a trail ride, our programs specialize in human–horse connection through un-mounted team building experiences for families, reunion groups, ladies trips, guy bondings, and corporations. Want to ride? We will customize a mounted or combination experience for you and your group. Half or Full Day - indoor/outdoor arenas. Be sure to check out our Ladies Nights and Date Nights!
