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    1-Hour Beginner Horseback Ride at Bears Ranch

    Take a gentle 1-hour ride—ideal for beginners and kids ages 7+

    5.0 stars• 925 reviews
    From$111/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    One Hour

    Includes

    Guided ride, Helmet, Rain slicker

    Highlights

    Ride a gentle horse or mule on a short trail designed for younger and beginner riders. Take in pines and aspens, plus views of the Twilight Mountains and Engineer Mountain from the ranch.

    • Ride for one hour on a guided trail
    • Match with a gentle horse or mule selected for your comfort level
    • View pines, aspen trees, and mountain scenery
    • Bring a water bottle or phone along in available saddle bags
    • Plan to tip your wrangler, as gratuity is not included

    What's Included

    • Helmet
    • Rain slicker
    • Saddle bags

    Things to know

    Ages 7+ only. Arrive at least 15 minutes early, as rides leave at the scheduled departure time.

    Cancellation Policy

    For full refund we do require 48 hours notice of cancellation.

    FAQs

    Wear long pants and closed-toed shoes.

    Arrive at least 15 minutes early. Rides leave at the scheduled departure time.

    Yes. Saddle bags are available, so you can bring water bottles and cell phones along on your horseback ride.

    Meeting details

    51 Haviland Lake Road, Durango, CO 81301, US

    Experience provided by Trail Rides at Bears Ranch

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    Adult

    $111.30

    Ages 17 and up

    0

    Child

    $111.30

    Ages 7 to 16

    0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I own horses…this Special Ride with Hannah was one of the best rides I’ve had in quite some time. My horse, Sky, was an incredible mare who handled the terrain with ease trotting and loping. The scenery is beautiful…definitely recommend this ride to all advanced rider!!

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    Sally Stewart

    July 5, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I own horses…this Special Ride with Hannah was one of the best rides I’ve had in quite some time. My horse, Sky, was an incredible mare who handled the terrain with ease trotting and loping. The scenery is beautiful…definitely recommend this ride to all advanced rider!!

    Photo of Sally Stewart

    Sally Stewart

    July 5, 2026

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