Ride deeper into Custer State Park and finish with lunch at Blue Bell Lodge
3-3.5 hours
Up to 8 people
3–3.5 hr ride, lunch, helmet
Ride a guided, intermediate half-day trail in Custer State Park, following French Creek and climbing beyond the tree line. After your ride, have lunch at Blue Bell Lodge with your wrangler.
This ride is not for beginners; riders should have 10+ rides experience and be able to steer confidently. Maximum weight limit is 230 lbs for riders 6 feet or less; riders 6 feet or taller should clarify the limit with Greetwell before booking. Arrive 30 minutes early, and leave backpacks, purses, cameras, Go-Pros, and water bottles behind; cell phones are allowed.
Full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unforeseen circumstances, including severe inclement weather. No-shows or cancellations within 48 hours are charged the full price.
No. This ride is for intermediate-to-advanced riders who can confidently steer and stay in control without assistance. If you need frequent stops for water or stretching, do not book this ride.
To go out on the trail, children must ride alone and meet minimum safety requirements. Riders under 18 must wear a helmet (provided), or you may bring your own equine or bike helmet.
Yes. The maximum weight limit is 230 lbs for riders 6 feet or less. If you are 6 feet or taller, the maximum weight limit is not stated—clarify it with Greetwell before booking.
This historic 1920s lodge sits in a spectacular location within Custer State Park, offering an ideal home base for exploring the Wildlife Loop, Iron Mountain Road, and Needles Highway. Guests consistently praise the impeccably clean rooms and cabins, with accommodations ranging from the main lodge to creekside units and cozy private cabins. The deluxe rooms with outdoor patios are particularly popular for wildlife watching right from your door. The restaurant earns high marks for its buffet and bison steak, with friendly service and generous portions at reasonable prices. Staff throughout the property get plenty of mentions for being welcoming and helpful. The setting is genuinely stunning, with that peaceful, tucked-into-the-hills feeling that makes for a memorable stay. Keep in mind this is a place to unplug and enjoy nature rather than catch up on streaming. Visitors from near and far seem genuinely charmed by the combination of historical character, natural beauty, and convenient park access.
If you want to see wild buffalo, this is the place. If you're lucky, you might find yourself surrounded by buffalo and unable to get out of your car.
S Yoshioka
March 16, 2026
If you want to see wild buffalo, this is the place. If you're lucky, you might find yourself surrounded by buffalo and unable to get out of your car.
S Yoshioka
March 16, 2026