Bryce Canyon Horse Trail Rides
Rides from March through November – weather permitting. (For the months of March, April, October & November the rides will be closed Sundays)
Half Day Ride, Full Day Ride, Thunder Mountain Ride, and 1½ Hour Ride. An experienced wrangler from Ruby’s Inn guides all horseback trail rides with history about Butch Cassidy and cowboy stories, which help makes a great horseback vacation.
For more horse ride information & questions: Email horserides@rubysinn.com or Call 435-834-8032
Minnie's Favorite
Cost: $80.00
Length: 1½ hour ride (approximately)
Recommended Riding Experience: First time riders through expert.
If you’re looking for a scenic tour of the Bryce Canyon area, our 1 ½ hour ride takes in the Dixie National Forest and the rim of Water Canyon Amphitheater, the first canyon in Bryce Canyon National Park. Leaving the rim, you climb Bristlecone Pine Ridge with standing 1500 year old Bristlecone Pines. (One of the oldest living things on the North American Continent.) From this ridge you will also see Boat Mesa and Sinking Ship Peak, some of the higher points in Fairyland Amphitheater. This is a 4 ½ mile loop.
If you are short on time and want to make great western memories, this is the ride for you.
April 1 - October 13:
Rides leave daily at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
March 18 - May 31:
Rides leave daily at 9:30 a.m., 12:30 a.m., and 3:00 p.m. (weather permitting)
October 14 - November 23:
Rides leave daily at 9:30 a.m., 12:30 a.m., and 3:00 p.m. (weather permitting)
Age 7 years and older.
All riders 17 and under must wear provided helmet.
- Beginner to experienced riders
- 220lbs weight limit. (Over 6′ tall and over 220lbs please inquire at the Activities Desk)
Testimonial: “Yesterday we went out with a group of about 10 riders. We loved every minute of our 90 minute trip. I was very anxious about being on a horse, at the age of 68, especially going along the rim. The rim was only a small part of the trip. Most of the time was getting there and returning. Once at the rim, we stayed a comfortable distance from the edge. We had two GREAT guides, one of whom was Lance. The horses were gentle following each other in single file. It’s a great way to explore a little more of Bryce Canyon. The two guides imparted lots of interesting facts and background of the region.”
Half Day Ride (Ruby's Favorite)
Cost: $110 per person.
Length: 3 hour ride (approximately)
Recommended Riding Experience: First time riders through expert.
A ride through the beautiful red rocks of Losee Canyon in Red Canyon. Enjoy the shade of mountain trails, experience the dark red colored “HooDoo” up close. See the same country as Butch Cassidy did as a young outlaw, over 100 years ago and pass an old outlaw hideout. This ride is approximately 6 miles.
April 1 - October 11:
Rides leave daily at 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
October 12 - November 9:
Rides leave daily at 9:30 a.m. (weather permitting)
Children must be at least 7 years old.
All riders 17 and under must wear provided helmet.
This ride is seasonal.
A minimum of 2-riders must book this ride per trip, ride may be cancelled.
- Beginner to experienced riders
- 220lbs weight limit. (Over 6′ tall and over 220lbs please inquire at the Activities Desk)
- Closed Sunday during April and October
Call for availability during November 1-435-834-8032
Testimonial: “My 11 year old daughter decided she loves horses and wanted to go riding. We did this ride at the end of the season. Weather was perfect and the guides did a great job. The scenery up Losee Canyon was beautiful. It was an easy ride, and for me it was like riding a bike!”
All Day Ride
Cost: $150 per person (Includes a box lunch)
Length: 5 to 6 hour ride
Recommended Riding Experience: Not recommended for first time riders.
Casto Canyon and Losee Canyon are your backdrop as you venture through Red Canyon. This ride includes more trails once mastered by the infamous Butch Cassidy in his glory days. On this ride you will see several different backdrops and pass through an area called the Little Desert. Picture Death Valley surrounded by Red Canyon. Riders novice to experienced will enjoy this all day adventure.
May 1 - October 12:
Ride leaves daily at 8:30 a.m.
Children must be at least 10 years old.
All riders 17 and under must wear provided helmet.
This ride is seasonal.
This ride is NOT recommended for first time riders.
A minimum of 2-riders must book this ride per trip, ride may be cancelled.
- Intermediate to experienced riders
- 220lbs weight limit. (Over 6′ tall and over 220lbs please inquire at the Activities Desk)
Call for availability during November 1-435-834-8032
Testimonial: “I took my Grandson, who has had limited riding experience, on the all day ride. I grew up riding horses and have even ran a guest ranch with my husband for years. We had guided horse rides plus other horse activities. Ruby's Inn is a class act operation from start to finish! Kevin is the backbone of the horses. It was impressive to see the love and care he has for them. The ride and horses were amazing! I am thinking about taking my own horse back the next time and hiring Kevin as the guide!! We stayed at the campground and it was great!”
Thunder Mountain Ride
Cost: $120 per person
Length: Approximately 4 hour ride
Recommended Riding Experience: Not recommended for first time riders.
The Thunder Mountain Trail starts at the bottom of Red Canyon and ends at the top of Red Canyon. This ride offers the most breathtaking scenery in Bryce Canyon Area as your backdrop. The Thunder Mountain Trail with its switchbacks and narrow backbones will leave you with an experience that you will remember for years to come.
May 1 - October 12:
Ride leaves daily at 8:30 a.m.
Children must be at least 10 years old.
All riders 17 and under must wear provided helmet.
This ride is seasonal.
This ride is NOT recommended for first time riders.
A minimum of 2-riders must book this ride per trip, ride may be cancelled.
- Intermediate to experienced riders
- 220lbs weight limit. (Over 6′ tall and over 220lbs please inquire at the Activities Desk)
- April call for availability 1-435-834-8032
Testimonial: “The wife and I enjoy horseback riding. We wanted to experience a mountain ride. We had checked several places online. We decided on a half day ride up Red Canyon and booked Ruby’s Thunder Mountain Ride, The Ride awesome, the horses were great, our guide ( Kevin ) was very professional keeping everyone safe on the trail. We rode switch backs, narrow trails, the scenery was spectacular. I would recommend this ride for experienced riders, you won’t be disappointed.”
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