Montana Horseback Riding Vacation

Time to cowboy up. From spectacular views of the legendary Blackfoot River and Jones’ Pond to sprawling meadows waiting to be explored and endless conifer forests, Paws Up features scenic equestrian experiences you won't get on any other Montana dude ranch horseback riding vacation. At The Resort, you’ll take in a wide-eyed gulp of the surrounding wilderness. Whether you’re an experienced rider or you’ve never been horseback riding before, you’ll lay eyes on historical and breathtaking sights during your unforgettable riding excursion. Trail rides, customized lessons for kids in Montana’s largest private equestrian center—the Saddle Club at Paws Up®—and private advanced rides are all available. Or try your hand running and sorting cattle with an authentic cattle drive.

Suitable for ages 6 and up.

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The Equestrian Program at Paws Up

Paws Up Montana is home to one of the most impressive and expansive equestrian programs in North America. We feature a wide selection of excursions including arena lessons, pony rides, private and group trail rides (from 1 to 6 hours), cattle drives and the Junior Wrangler Program. Our newest additions are our mustang rescue program and its interactive workshop, Horsepower: Where Mustangs and Mindfulness Coexist, along with two thrilling sessions for those who want to make authentic and life-changing equine connections, Horse Whispering 101 and 201. Paws Up also developed the six-hour Frontiersman Ride for advanced riders to really stretch their legs.


The Frontiersman Ride—Advanced

Seasoned riders with a nose for adventure thirst for trails no one else has ridden. Which is why Paws Up Montana created a ride that challenges horse and rider alike—the all-day Frontiersman Ride. Led by our equestrian in chief, Jackie Kecskes, or her head wrangler, this exhilarating ride takes you deep into Montana’s Big Sky Country. The scent of sage and Ponderosa pine beckon you well off the horseshoe-beaten path, where game trails open up to panoramic views that have changed little in hundreds of years. Make no mistake—this ride is customized for our competent riders. There are plenty of opportunities to lope (canter), climb rocky trails and cross crystal-clear creeks. By the time you dismount, you’ll know why this ride stands head and powerful shoulders above the rest.


Montana Horseback Riding Rates
1-Hour Trail Ride
Available Year-Round

$175 per person

Ages 8 and up

1-Hour Private Trail Ride
Available Year-Round

$235 per person

Ages 6 and up

2-Hour Trail Ride
Available May 1–Oct. 31

$245 per person

Ages 8 and up

2-Hour Private Trail Ride
Available May 1–Oct. 31

$335 per person

Ages 6 and up

3-Hour Private Loping Ride
Available May 1–Oct. 15

$405 per person

Ages 12 and up

All-Day Frontiersman Ride
(Approx. 6 hours)
Available June 1–Oct. 15

$750 per person

(with lunch on the trail)

Ages 12 and up

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The Saddle Club
Cattle Drive

An unforgettable adventure that will help you discover your inner wrangler.

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