Buckaroo pony ride for ages 3–7 with a wrangler lead-around
15 Minute Ride / Experience
Wrangler, Lead-around pony ride
Give your little one a gentle pony ride around the ranch, led by an experienced wrangler. You can stay nearby and take photos as they ride.
Ages 3–7 only; children under 3 are not permitted to ride. A parent or legal guardian must be present and remain close-by for the duration. Helmets are not provided and not required; you may bring your own if it fits properly.
Full refund if you cancel or change at least 24 hours before departure. No refund if you arrive late and miss your departure time.
Yes. Stay close-by on the property while your child rides, and ask your wrangler about photo opportunities when you arrive.
Wear closed-toe shoes (required). Long pants are required per the important information and also listed as recommended in the reminders.
No. Helmets are not required and are not provided. You may bring your own helmet as long as it fits properly.
12138 Ray Smith Drive Hill City, SD 57745
Tina, Bob, and the rest of the staff here have built a reputation for going above and beyond, whether that means saving a wedding day when things go sideways or patiently guiding a nervous six-year-old through her first trail ride. The guided horseback experiences consistently draw praise for knowledgeable, friendly guides, and guests staying in the cabins tend to love the peaceful setting, comfortable beds, hot tubs, and easy access to nearby attractions like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse. A handful of reviews do mention inconsistencies with cabin upkeep, including one report of cleanliness issues and a broken hot tub, so it may be worth reaching out ahead of time to confirm your specific unit is in good shape. Cell service and internet can be spotty, which most guests seem to embrace as part of the experience. Overall, this feels like a place that shines brightest for groups, reunions, and weddings, with the natural scenery and attentive staff leaving a lasting impression on most who visit.
We just had our wedding here at High Country Guest Ranch on October 12th, 2025 and it was absolutely amazing!! We 100% recommend having your wedding here or family reunion or whatever the occasion may be!! Tina and Bob who manage the ranch and the other employees are so friendly and they went above and beyond for us!! They saved us several times when we had stuff go wrong! They helped out wherever they could. We are so thankful that we chose to have our wedding ceremony and reception here! We stayed in the cabins and so did a lot of our family and friends! The scenery was so beautiful! Waking up and seeing the sun rising over the hills and trees! Breathtaking! My husband and I have already decided that we will definitely be going back to stay at the cabins for many years to come! If you want to have a gorgeous wedding, I highly recommend going here!!💛
Sara Schleicher
October 22, 2025
We just had our wedding here at High Country Guest Ranch on October 12th, 2025 and it was absolutely amazing!! We 100% recommend having your wedding here or family reunion or whatever the occasion may be!! Tina and Bob who manage the ranch and the other employees are so friendly and they went above and beyond for us!! They saved us several times when we had stuff go wrong! They helped out wherever they could. We are so thankful that we chose to have our wedding ceremony and reception here! We stayed in the cabins and so did a lot of our family and friends! The scenery was so beautiful! Waking up and seeing the sun rising over the hills and trees! Breathtaking! My husband and I have already decided that we will definitely be going back to stay at the cabins for many years to come! If you want to have a gorgeous wedding, I highly recommend going here!!💛
Sara Schleicher
October 22, 2025