We’ve been helping travelers explore the wilderness on horseback since 1962.
It’s a tradition we’re proud of. It’s also why we provide travelers with six unique backcountry trips. Choose between our lodge or tent accommodation, from overnight to six days of adventure. Discover how comfortable a Banff Trail Riders’ vacation can be.
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
2 Days
Saturday
Lodge
Most Popular
Stoney Creek 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. On this trip, you’ll venture deep into the secluded Banff backcountry and through the
3 Days
Wednesday
Campsites
Most Popular
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
3 Days
Monday
Lodge
Most Popular
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
3 Days
Wednesday
Campsites
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 Erling
4 Days
Wednesday
Lodge
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
6 Days
Monday, Wednesday (2020), Friday
Campsites
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
6 Days
Thursday, Sunday
Lodge