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October 17, 2024
Free Holiday Wagon Rides: 18 Nov - 9 Dec 2018
Banff Trail Riders is pleased to present a series of free weekend wagon rides from downtown Banff this holiday season.
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The Banff Trail Riders Blog
Trip planning guides, wildlife sightings, seasonal what-to-do, and stories from the guides who lead our small-group tours through Banff National Park.
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October 1, 2024
Banff Christmas Market: November 2019
Every November, Warner Stables transforms into a charming winter market venue for the Banff Christmas Market. Families can enjoy sleigh rides, unique holiday gifts, visits from Santa, and much more!
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October 1, 2024
How to get to Sundance Lodge in Winter
Banff's closest backcountry lodge, Sundance Lodge is accessed three unique ways in winter and the best part is all can be done by beginners.
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May 14, 2024
Banff Horseback Ride With A Cowboy Cookout BBQ
If there's two things we know best, it's horseback riding and a good old-fashioned cowboy bbq. And we've combined both in the Banff Cowboy Cookout Ride.
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May 14, 2024
Horseback Rides that Cross Rivers in Banff National Park
Banff Trail Riders offers two exciting river crossing horseback rides that take guests through one of the most beautiful parts of Banff National Park.
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December 10, 2022
Hercules
Meet Hercules, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Hercules on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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February 10, 2021
Where Our Horses Go On Holiday
At the end of the summer season, our horses are taken to spend their winter holiday at an Albertan ranch where they'll run free, eat, and hang with their buds for six months.
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October 12, 2020
Snuggle up with a Sleigh Ride
Sleigh rides in Banff are the perfect activity for a family or couple while snuggled under the blanket in the midst of winter's silence.
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December 8, 2019
U.S. Travellers: Your Dollar (and Horse) Go a Little Bit Further In Canada
With a weak Canadian Dollar, it's the perfect time for U.S. travellers to visit Canada and take advantage of their dollar going further on a horseback ride.
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October 1, 2019
5 Amazing Winter Adventures in Banff
The Rocky Mountains are especially spectacular in winter. Discover it for yourself on a Banff sleigh ride, a backcountry lodge retreat or a dogsledding tour.
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October 1, 2019
The Perfect Group Getaway at Sundance Lodge
Banff's closest backcountry lodge, Sundance Lodge, is perfect for a group getaway with off-the-grid luxuries and eight bedrooms sleeping up to 26 people.
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September 30, 2019
New to Horseback Riding? This is For You.
Riding a horse for the first time can be pretty intimidating but Banff backcountry horseback vacations with Banff Trail Riders are perfect for new riders.
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September 25, 2019
Tucker
Meet Tucker, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Tucker on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 25, 2019
Bjorn
Meet Bjorn, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Bjorn on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Coyote
Meet Coyote, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Coyote on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Sterling
Meet Sterling, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Sterling on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Johnson
Meet Johnson, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Johnson on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Norquay
Meet Norquay, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Norquay on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Luke
Meet Luke, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Luke on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Sulphur
Meet Sulphur, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Sulphur on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Crockett
Meet Crockett, one of the horses in our herd of 300. Ride Crockett on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Tamale
Meet Tamale, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Tamale on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Twister
Meet Twister, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Twister on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
CB
Meet CB, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride CB on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Dexter
Meet Dexter, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Dexter on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Roy
Meet Roy, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Roy on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Spud
Meet Spud, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Spud on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Ritchie
Meet Ritchie, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Ritchie on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Wesley
Meet Wesley, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Wesley on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Sleeman
Meet Sleeman, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Sleeman on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Freddy
Meet Freddy, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Freddy on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Danny
Meet Danny, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Danny on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Vic
Meet Vic, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Vic on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Kiwi
Meet Kiwi, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Kiwi on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Nigel
Meet Nigel, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Nigel on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Wayne
Meet Wayne, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Wayne on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Willy
Meet Willy, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Willy on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Concho
Meet Concho, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Concho on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Orin
Meet Orin, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Orin on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Gunner
Meet Gunner, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Gunner on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Cowboy
Meet Cowboy, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Cowboy on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Titan
Meet Titan, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Titan on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Aardvark
Meet Aardvark, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Aardvark on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Hollywood
Meet Hollywood, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Hollywood on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Astro
Meet Astro, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Astro on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Heidi
Meet Heidi, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Heidi on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Clint
Meet Clint, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Clint on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Myles
Meet Myles, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Myles on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Merlin
Meet Merlin, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Merlin on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 22, 2019
Pilsner
Meet Pilsner, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Pilsner on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Homer
Meet Homer, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Homer on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Spider
Meet Spider, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Spider on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Spanky
Meet Spanky, one of the 300 horses in our heard. Ride Spanky on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Manny
Meet Manny, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Manny on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Hank
Meet Hank, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Hank on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Peyto
Meet Peyto, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Peyto on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Chinook
Meet Chinook, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Chinook on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Sweet Pea
Meet Sweet Pea, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Sweet Pea on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Leroy
Meet Leroy, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Leroy on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Amigo
Meet Amigo, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Amigo on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Jackpot
Meet Jackpot, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Jackpot on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Quarry
Meet Quarry, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Quarry on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Ringo
Meet Ringo, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Ringo on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Kate
Meet Kate, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Kate on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 21, 2019
Bart
Meet Bart, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Bart on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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September 8, 2019
Rent Your Own Ski Cabin
For those in search of an unique Canadian Rocky Mountain lodge experience, Banff Trail Riders gives you the option to rent out your own backcountry ski lodge cabin.
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July 3, 2019
Cowboy Campfires and the Night's Sky
Ride on horseback into Banff's backcountry to see the most dazzling night skies on a multi-day lodge or tent vacation with Banff Trail Riders.
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June 28, 2019
Stunning Banff Photos Snapped While Horseback Riding
We’ve collected some of the most enthralling pictures that illustrate the raw beauty of a Banff horseback riding adventure with Banff Trail Riders.
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April 23, 2019
A Banff Horseback Ride With A Cowboy BBQ
If there are two things Alberta knows best it's cowboy culture, and steak. There is no better way to experience both a cowboy BBQ cookout and trail ride or wagon ride in Banff than by joining us for a cowboy cookout with Banff Trail Riders.
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April 18, 2019
What Every Traveller Must Know Before Going Horseback Riding
Travelling to Canada and wondering what you must know before going horseback riding? These tips will help you to relax and feel comfortable for your ride.
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April 13, 2019
The Most Popular Banff Horseback Ride, Bow River Trail
The 1 hour Banff Bow River Horseback Ride is our most popular horseback trail, and our most accessible one, and it’s found right at our doorstep in Banff.
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March 21, 2019
There's Nothing Like A Lodge Horseback Riding Trip
Banff Trail Riders offers a rare travel experience - they are one of the few outfitters in Canada to offer lodge-to-lodge horseback riding vacations.
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March 16, 2019
6 Tips for Horseback Riding in Banff
Getting in the saddle for your first Banff horseback ride can be a little nerve wracking, but we have 6 horseback riding tips from the experts to help you!
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March 6, 2019
Rodeo Queen Passionate About Her Wild West Heritage
Rodeo Queen, Jolene Brewster, is passionate about her WIld West Heritage, and working with Banff Trail Riders allows her to share her passion with others.
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March 4, 2019
Turnpike
Meet Turnpike, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Turnpike on our horseback riding trail rides in Banff National Park.
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March 4, 2019
Trooper
Meet Trooper, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Trooper on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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March 4, 2019
Tater
Meet Tater, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Tater on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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March 4, 2019
Roper
Meet Roper, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Roper on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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March 4, 2019
Lakota
Meet Lakota, one of the horses in our herd of 300 horses. Ride Lakota on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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March 4, 2019
Bugsy
Meet Bugsy, one of the mules in our herd of 300 horses. Meet Bugsy on our horseback riding trail rides and vacations in Banff National Park.
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February 15, 2019
The Bond Between Horse & Rider: This Is What Makes A Horseback Trip Truly Special
The bond between a horse and rider is what makes a Banff horseback trip truly special, in addition to the stunning backcountry scenery.
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January 12, 2019
Follow an Old Backcountry Route on this New Horseback Ride
Banff Trail Riders' Erling Strom Trail horseback ride is one of the best ways to accessibly, conveniently, and luxuriously experience Banff's backcountry.
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January 8, 2019
How to Ride A Horse
Learn the basics of Western riding style with these tips for your horseback ride. But don't worry our cowboys will review all of this before your ride.
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January 2, 2019
What Type of Cowboy Are You?
With more than a dozen different vacation packages and day rides available, Banff Trail Riders has a horseback adventure for every type of cowboy.
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October 11, 2018
Banff Christmas Market: 22-25 November 2018
Every November, Warner Stables transforms into a charming winter market venue for the Banff Christmas Market with sleigh rides, unique holiday gifts, visits from Santa and much more!
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July 31, 2015
A Family Friendly Day in Banff
Mike Granek from Top Daddies (topdaddies.com) stopped by Warner Stables on their summer roadtrip to check out a day of family friendly activities in Banff.
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June 12, 2015
"John" and "Wayne" to Make Appearance at Calgary Stampede
A pair of horses, John and Wayne, found at an Alberta auction will now be part of Banff’s first-ever horse-pulling team at the 2015 Calgary Stampede.
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