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Horseback vacations in the Canadian Rockies
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Adventure horseback vacations along the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies. 3 day pack trips, 4&5 day combo trips, lodge rides, 2 day ranch stays

North America > Canada > Alberta > Cochrane - between Calgary and Banff

Eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies, rolling foothills, river crossings, pack trip takes you above treeline 7000ft.
Panorama views, back country has outfitter wall tent accommodation, 2 day ranch stays has rustic cabin accommodation, lodge rides are in the Panther River / Ya Ha Tinda region. Combination trips are also offered including pack trip to Devil's Head Mtn and whitewater rafting on the Red Deer River.

 
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Excursions:


Over 8000 acres are accessible around the main ranch. 3 day pack trips take you up to Devil's Head Mtn, Black Rock Mtn. The terrain is more rolling foothills around the ranch while on the trips y ou are riding in high alpine areas over 7000ft
 

Our location and how to find us
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Traveling by car:
From Calgary we are approximately 1 hour from the International Airport. From Banff we are approximately 1 hour drive.
A car is necessary

Traveling by plane:
Calgary International Airport 1 hour from ranch
Pickup service is possible
 

Leisure and sports activities available near the property
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  nearby /
on the property		 Not more
than a 15 min.
walk away		 Not more
than a 15 min.
drive away		 Not more
than a 90 min.
drive away
Restaurants       ok
National Historic Sites       ok
Theater       ok
Galleries / Museum       ok
Cinema       ok
Shopping       ok
Fitness Center       ok
Lake/river for swimming     ok  
Fishing     ok  
Canoeing / Kayaking       ok
White-Water Rafting       ok
Skiing downhill       ok
Skiing cross-country   ok    
Golf course       ok
Tennis court       ok
Biking   ok    
Mountain biking   ok    
Inline skating       ok
Hiking ok      
Mountain climbing     ok  
Wildlife Viewing ok      
Birding ok      

Other types of leisure activities


ATV tours within 15 minutes of ranch
Outdoor Paintball Facility within 15 minutes
Whitewater rafting available within 45 minute drive
 


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Information about the riding facility / horse farm/ranch
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Category


Holiday Company, Horse Trekking Station, Dude/Guest Ranch, Riding Stable, Western Riding Stable
     
Opening: from: 15.Aprilto: 15.October 
Guest Capacity: 15  
Minimum age for guests: age 8 & up  

General description:


Adventure horseback vacations along the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies. 3 day pack trips, 4&5 day combo trips, lodge rides, 2 day ranch stays

Amenities/equipment of the riding facility

  • Round pen
  • Riding area / bridle-path

Details of the Riding area


Over 8000 acres of riding area surrounding the ranch. Access to forrestry & Prov.parks, pack trips to Devil's Head Mtn., along the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies. Rides by the hour day or week

More details of the property


Richards Family Ranch homesteaded in 1935. Located in the Ghost River District in the foothills of the Rockies.
 

What we have to offer
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  • Bring Your Own Horse
  • Horses for guests available
  • Short Term stays (2-5 days)
  • Weekend stays
  • Weekly
  • Family Trips
  • Group activities
  • Weddings
  • Fishing
  • Sightseeing Tours
  • Barbecues
 

Horses available in our riding program
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Number of Horses:
in all >20 Horses are available.

Kind of Horses:
For Beginners, For Advanced Riders

Riding
(Trained for / Saddle):
Western, For guided Trail Rides

More information of the Horses for rent (Breed - Training etc.)


Most are quarter horse cross and are geldings.
 

Riding program
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Riding program
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  • with horses for rent
  • Guided Trail Rides
  • by the hour rides
  • All-day Rides
  • Pack Trips / Horse Trekking
  • Weekend Rides
  • Short Week 3-5 days
  • 5-8 days
  • Trailrides on request

Minimum age for Trail Rides:
Children age 8 & up

Riding experience:
No restriction

Demand on rider:
average demands

Big/Heavy Riders:
max. 110 kg - 240 lbs

Notes and supplements for the Trail Rides / Riding Program


Ideal family vacation, rides are geared to all riders.
our rides are for enjoying the scenery, racing is for the race track.
Specials available on select dates for 3 day pack trips and 4 day lodge.
 

Accommodations for guest horses
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Number of Guest Horses:
in all 8 Guest Horses are welcome

Distance to the Accommodation:
The Riding stables are on the property directly.

Kind of accommodation:
Outdoor boxes, Paddock - Pasture


Other Details and Conditions for bringing your own Horse


cabins are rustic (4) camping is also available.
We do allow folks to bring their own horses on some of our trips. Primarily the 4 day lodge ride.
 

Guest lodgings
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rustic cabin accommodation, wood stove heat, electricity, meals can be provided

4 Single / double room(s) :
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4 Multi-bedded room(s):
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4 Cabins :
Rustic, electricity, wood stove, each cabin accommodates 4 or more guests,

Amenities - special features:
Sheets, Towels, Room service / Cleaning

6 Tents, Tepees, Hay Stores etc.:
Back Country Pack Trips have outfitter wall tent accommodation,

>10 Parking space for Motor Homes / Campers:
no details
 

Catering
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Catering
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Kind of Catering:
Self-Catering, Breakfast on request possible, Half-board on request possible, Full-board on request possible, Wholesome food

More information of the Catering:
Home cooked meals, b-b-q facility for up to 150 guests
 

General information of the accommodation
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Rates and contact

Rates of the accommodation

Rates of the single / double bedroom:

 75,00  Dollar / Day
 

Rates of the Cabin:

 75,00  Dollar / Day
 

Rates of the Horses for rent

Notes to the rental costs:

 hourly rides, pack trips are inclusive, lodge rides are inclusive, meals, accommodation, guides, horses

Rates Guest Horses

Boarding fee:

 Included in the Rates of the accommodation.

Feeding fee:
Included in the Rates of the accommodation.

Notes about the cost:
excellent water sources, hay provided, grain


Contact

  Company: Saddle Peak Trail Rides
  First name: Dave
  Last name: Richards
  Country: Canada
  Phone: + 1 403 932-3299

You can contact us with the following languages:
English

 
  E-Mail address: Inquiry