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With more than a dozen different Banff horseback rides and backcountry horseback riding packages available, Banff Trail Riders has a trip for every type of rider.

Filter your search by Tour Type, to find all our hourly horseback riding trail rides. Combine your horseback ride with lunch or dinner on our Cowboy Cookouts.Looking for more of an adventure? Ride further into the backcountry on our horseback vacation pack trips - staying at our campsites or backcountry cabins.

Summer carriage rides are fun for all ages or special occassions. Banff sparkles in the winter, so join us on sleigh rides or overnight stays at our Sundance Lodge.

Take a guided horseback ride along the Bow River with Banff Trail Riders in the Canadian Rockies

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Bow River Ride – 1 Hr

Treat yourself to a relaxing one-hour ride that takes you past some of the most awe-evoking scenery in Banff National Park. Ride along the tranquil Bow River – an area home to wildlife in amongst the thick marshes and grassy

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9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm

1 Hour

8yrs+, 230lbs limit

Explore Banff on the Bow River horseback ride with Banff Trail Riders in the Canadian Rockies

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Bow River Evening Ride – 1 Hr

A special 1 hour ride during the evening along the Bow River and past the historic Cave & Basin area in Banff. After a day of exploring Banff National Park, join us for a relaxing evening horseback ride along the

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5:30pm

1 Hour

8yrs+, 230lbs limit

Ride through the Spray River on the Spray River Horseback Ride

Spray River Ride – 1 Hr

Cross a tranquil river on horseback and then admire an enchanting Rocky Mountain waterfall. The one-hour Spray River Ride gives you a great introduction to the untouched wilderness that can be found just outside the Banff town-site. Breathe in the

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10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm, 5:00pm

1 Hour

8yrs+, 230lbs limit

Ride into Banff's backcountry on a horseback vacation

Sundance Lodge Overnight – 1 Night

Want to experience the unspoiled wilderness of Banff on horseback, but don’t have a lot of time to do it in? Then this 2-day overnight trip is perfect for you. Meander along a trail that takes you to the

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2 Days

Saturday

Lodge

Banff Sleigh Ride

Family Fun

Sleigh Ride

Spend some time in a winter wonderland on a sleigh ride through the mountain meadows. Our excursion begins at Warner Stables where you can see the operations of a working ranch, chat with the staff and visit with some of

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Throughout the day

40 Mins

All Ages

See iconic mountains on a cozy private sleigh ride for two

Limited Space

Private Sleigh Ride

Our romantic sleigh ride package is perfect for just the two of you! Experience the romance of Banff in winter on a private sleigh ride for two along the foothills of the Canadian Rockies with great views of Banff’s surrounding

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Throughout the day

40 Mins

18+

Sundance Explorer Backcountry Lodge Horseback Ride in Banff, Canadian Rockies with Banff Trail Riders

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Sundance Lodge Explorer – 2 Nights

Rugged mountain scenery and an abundance of wildlife. And when the sun sets, you’ll be relaxing in pure backcountry comfort. Cowboy style. This adventure takes you along the glacier-fed waters of the Bow River, one of the best spots in

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3 Days

Monday

Lodge

Afternoon Ride to Stoney Camp on the Stoney Creek Backcountry Tent Trip with Banff Trail Riders in the Canadian Rockies

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Mystic Valley Campsite – 2 Nights

It is a rare experience these days to be able to completely disconnect from all of the distractions of life and get lost in the backcountry. You've never camped in a place like this before. As you ride along the

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3 Days

Wednesday

Campsites

Banff Horseback Rides with Banff Trail Riders

Sundance Loop Ride – 2 Hrs

This wilderness adventure offers riders the perfect opportunity to relax and reconnect with nature – in true western form. You’ll explore stunning sections of wilderness on this two-hour trip, providing a chance to spot wildlife that you might not get

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9:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm

2 Hours

8yrs+, 230lbs limit

Follow your guide on a scenic Bow River horseback ride with Banff Trail Riders in the Canadian Rockies

Limited Space

Bow Valley Loop Ride – 3 Hrs

This thrilling three-hour journey might get you up close and personal with some of the most unique wildlife in Banff. Explore the rustic terrain and grassy meadows of the Bow Valley. As you follow the trail, you’ll get to gaze up

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10:30am, 1:30pm

3 Hours

8yrs+, 230lbs limit

Canadian Rockies Horseback Rides with Banff Trail Riders

Limited Space

Erling Strom Trail Lodge – 3 Nights

Ride through Alberta’s Wild West, tracing the paths that the early pioneers used while exploring these untamed forests. On this trip you will follow the Erling Strom Trail, a path forged through the dense Banff forests by renowned explorer

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4 Days

Wednesday

Lodge

Cross the Spray River on the Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride in Banff

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Sulphur Mountain Ride – 3 Hrs

It’s hard to believe how much spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery is packed into this three-hour excursion. Visit a famous landmark hotel, spot elk or coyotes in the brush, and then cross the tumbling Spray River in this half-day adventure.

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9:30am, 1:30pm

3 Hours

8yrs+, 230lbs limit

Take a Backcountry Day Ride to Cuthead Lake on the Cascade Valley Backcountry Tent Trip with Banff Trail Riders in the Canadian Rockies

Limited Space

Cascade Valley – 5 Nights

Hop in the saddle and explore the deep, wild forests of Banff. Our experienced guides make this tent trip easy and comfortable, so you can relax and focus on the jaw-dropping scenery around you. When night falls you’ll be warm

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6 Days

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Campsites

Horseback Ride to a Cowboy Steak Cookout with Banff Trail Riders

Family Fun

Ride & BBQ Cookout

Get a taste of the mountain air with a horseback ride along the base of Sulphur Mountain in Banff, to a delicious cowboy cookout BBQ meal at 3 Mile Cabin. First you'll ride along the Bow River while watching for

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11:30am, 4:00pm, 5:00pm

3 Hours

8yrs+, 230lbs limit

Wagon Ride on the Cowboy Cookout in Banff, Canadian Rockies with Banff Trail Riders

Family Fun

Wagon Ride & BBQ Cookout

Take a relaxing wagon ride along the Bow River. Re-join the horseback riders in the group for an authentic cowboy dinner. Arrive at 3 Mile Cabin to enjoy genuine western hospitality and some tasty comfort food. But before digging in,

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11:30am, 4:00pm, 5:00pm

3 Hours

All Ages

Banff Family Carriage Ride with Banff Trail Riders

Family Fun

Carriage Rides

Private horse-drawn carriage tours are available daily from downtown Banff. Prices are per carriage (each fits up to six people). Please use the contact form, or call us, to enquire about availability for this tour. Each carriage can hold up

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Throughout the day

15 Mins, 30 Mins, 1 Hour

All Ages

Banff Horseback Pack Trips with Banff Trail Riders

Limited Space

Halfway Lodge – 5 Nights

The ultimate backcountry trip, few folks ever get to experience a place like this. Sky-piercing mountains stretch out across the landscape, their peaks crusted with ice and snow. The air is cool and fresh. And best of all, there’s an

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6 Days

Thursday, Sunday

Lodge

Banff Wedding Carriage Ride in Banff, Canadian Rockies with Banff Trail Riders

Wedding Carriage Ride

Discover how we can make your Banff wedding even more enchanting. This package includes a pick-up, tour and drop-off up to an hour long from any locations in Banff (excluding Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain and the Rimrock Hotel) and can

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Throughout the day

1 Hour

All Ages

Pony Rides in Banff

Pony Rides

Do your kids dream of being a cowboy for a day? Do they have a fascination with horses? Kids between the ages of 3 and 7 years old can now join in the cowboy fun by going on a 15-minute

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Throughout the day

15 Mins

3+

Snowshoers at Sundance Lodge in Banff, Canadian Rockies

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Ski and Stay Sundance Lodge

For those seeking a remote getaway from the norm, Sundance Lodge is the perfect retreat! 2nd night offer: Save 20% on your second night! Use online promo code 2NDNIGHT. * Pay full price for your first night and use promo code

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Overnight

5+

Jan-Mar

Tubing at Mt Norquay in Banff, Canadian Rockies

Hot Springs + Tubing + Sleigh Ride

Combo Package; slide down snowy slopes, soak in the mineral hot springs and snuggle up on a sleigh ride. Included: Tubing at Banff Mt Norquay (open ticket) With 8 lanes of high-speed fun, Mt Norquay's Tube Park is the largest in Alberta.

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4+

Dec-Mar

Banff Gondola at Sulphur Mountain

Hot Springs + Gondola + Sleigh Ride

Combo Package; cuddle up on a sleigh ride, soak in the mineral hot springs and soar to a mountain summit. Included: Sleigh Ride (various times available) Ride through Banff's mountain meadows, western style! Snuggle down under warm wool blankets and enjoy spectacular

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All Ages

Dec-Mar

Grotto Canyon Icewalk

Icewalk + Sleigh Ride

Combo Package; chill with an ice walk into Grotto Canyon and then cuddle up on a snowy sleigh ride. Included: Grotto Canyon Icewalk (8:30am - 12:30pm) Hike along a frozen creek bed on a small-group tour through a narrow canyon,

per person

8+

Dec-Mar

Warner Stables Tour, Banff, Canadian Rockies

Stables Tour

Get a peek at how we run one of the biggest and best-known ranches in the Canadian Rockies. This is more than just a simple tour – it’s an interactive trip through the iconic Warner Stables, home to more than

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Throughout the day

1.5 Hours

All Ages

Group at Backcountry Sundance Lodge with Banff Trail Riders

Rent A Log Cabin

For a winter getaway your group won’t soon forget – the entire backcountry lodge to yourself. 2nd night offer: Save 20% on your second night! Use promo code 2NDNIGHT. * Pay full price for your first night and mention promo code 2NDNIGHT

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Overnight

All Ages

Jan-Mar