2 Hour Scenic Trail Ride

Enjoy our ridge-top views on horseback! Suitable for all skill levels.

Duration

2 Hours

About

Located just west of Loveland, Colorado, (and an easy drive from Fort Collins and Greeley), Sylvan Dale offers horseback rides through gentle terrain to extended climbing rides with ridge-top views. Our 3,200 acres offer a “don’t fence me in” riding experience for all ages and abilities. Head up Sulzer Gulch shaded by cottonwoods; explore the old wagon trails on Alexander Mountain; climb the rocky slopes of Eagle Ridge; ride across the meadows on Green Ridge; or catch the breathtaking view from the Rim Ride.

For your safety, all rides are guided by a qualified wrangler and geared to the least experienced rider. For our day visitors, rides are at a walking pace, in a single file line. If the weather is inclement (rain, snow, mud), rides may be limited to the dirt roads due to unsafe trail conditions. Looking for more of an adventure? Join us for a vacation week which includes daily riding lessons, twice a day trail rides, cattle work, and more!

Riding Safety Rule

• All riding adventures will be accompanied by a Sylvan Dale Ranch wrangler.
• Trail riders must be at least 10 years old.
• Weight limit — 220 lbs.
• No double riding
• No smoking
• No riding under the influence

What to Wear and Bring

Water, closed toed shoes, long pants, sun protection, hat, jacket (depending on weather and time of year). We have helmets available, but if you have one of your own, you are welcome to bring it. We do not allow backpacks on rides, but will provide saddle bags if needed.