Join Sunrise Pack Station for a charming horse-drawn hayride through Montana’s fall landscape, complete with stories, hot cider, and a riverside campfire. Perfect for families seeking a cozy outdoor adventure, this experience captures Montana’s rustic spirit in just an hour.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
Wildlife
History
The area has a long-standing history of ranching and farming dating back over a century, shaping the local countryside.
Conservation
Sunrise Pack Station actively promotes sustainable farm practices and environmental stewardship while welcoming visitors.
Sunrise Pack Station
Join Sunrise Pack Station for a charming horse-drawn hayride through Montana’s fall landscape, complete with stories, hot cider, and a riverside campfire. Perfect for families seeking a cozy outdoor adventure, this experience captures Montana’s rustic spirit in just an hour.
Sunrise Pack Station is a family-oriented equestrian outfitter located in Bozeman, Montana. The operation specializes in seasonal horse-drawn experiences and hands-on horsemanship instruction for visitors and locals. Offerings include daytime and evening sleigh rides, half-hour and one-hour hayrides, a historic one-horse open sleigh Valentine’s Day ride, city carriage tours through Bozeman’s historic homes district, and a two-day horse and mule packing clinic.
Rides travel along the East Gallatin River and through scenic woods beneath the Bridger Mountains, often featuring cozy campfire stops with hot chocolate or hot cider and seasonal storytelling. Holiday and evening rides are illuminated with Christmas lights and may include seasonal stories appropriate for families. The Valentine’s Day sleigh ride uses a Norwegian fjord horse; other sleighs and carriages are pulled by draft horses and teams suited to passenger comfort. The operation also offers driving classes that teach safe ground handling, harness driving basics, and horse behavior for both children and adults.
Sunrise Pack Station emphasizes hands-on learning and small-group experiences. The packing clinic provides practical instruction in saddle fitting, load tying, and backcountry stock management using horses and mules. Services are well suited to families, groups, and individuals seeking a scenic, educational, or romantic outdoor experience near downtown Bozeman. Select half-hour sleighs and bobsled rides can accommodate up to 12 passengers, making them suitable for small groups and family outings. Sessions run seasonally through fall and winter.
Location
Bozeman, Montana
Minutes from downtown Bozeman
Tours Offered
10
Sleighs, hayrides, carriage, clinics
Scenic Routes
East Gallatin River
Rides beneath the Bridger Mountains
Group Size
Up to 12
Half-hour sleds accommodate 12
Find a winter sleigh, autumn hayride, carriage tour, or a hands-on horse and mule packing clinic near Bozeman today.
Dress in layers
Temperatures can drop quickly in the evening, so wear layered clothing to stay comfortable.
Arrive early
Getting to the station early ensures enough time for check-in and soaking in the farm surroundings.
Bring a jacket
A warm jacket is recommended for the riverside and campfire area, especially after sunset.
Enjoy the storytelling
Take the time to listen to the local legends and fall tales shared during the ride—it's part of the experience.
Warm jacket
Keeps you comfortable during the evening chill, especially near the riverside and campfire.
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Comfortable walking shoes
Provides stability and comfort during the ride and walk around the farm.
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Reusable mug
Perfect for enjoying hot cider during the campfire gathering.
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Lip balm and sunscreen
Protects your skin from sun and wind, regardless of season.
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