Set off on an exhilarating full-day horseback ride through Washington’s Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Enjoy stunning views, peaceful trails, and a delicious lunch surrounded by nature.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in moderate physical condition, comfortable with horseback riding for several hours and able to handle variable terrain.
Wildlife
History
Roslyn was once a coal mining town, and the surrounding wilderness preserves much of the Pacific Northwest’s natural heritage tied to early settlers and indigenous peoples.
Conservation
Three Peaks Outfitters practices low-impact riding techniques and supports local conservation efforts to protect the Alpine Lakes Wilderness ecosystem.
Three Peaks Outfitters LLC
Set off on an exhilarating full-day horseback ride through Washington’s Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Enjoy stunning views, peaceful trails, and a delicious lunch surrounded by nature.
Three Peaks Outfitters LLC is a Cle Elum, Washington outfitter offering horseback trail rides into the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Located near the Cascade foothills, the operation specializes in two structured trail experiences designed for riders seeking backcountry scenery and a true outdoor day on horseback.
The company presents a Full Day Trail Ride (5–6 hours) that traverses high-country terrain and includes a midday lunch in the outdoors. The Half Day Trail Ride (3–4 hours) delivers a compact backcountry experience through open Lodgepole forests and ancient Cedar groves, finishing at a creekside lunch spot. Both trips emphasize extended trail time and scenic viewpoints within federally managed wilderness near Cle Elum.
Rides are designed to immerse guests in the local landscape: mountain ridgelines, forested corridors, and creekside meadows described in trip summaries. Lunch is included on both the full- and half-day excursions, providing a natural break during the ride.
Trip durations and route highlights are clearly stated for each offering, allowing prospective riders to choose the experience that fits their schedule and appetite for time on the trail. With departures based in Cle Elum, Three Peaks Outfitters LLC provides direct access to the Alpine Lakes Wilderness environment for visitors and local outdoor enthusiasts looking for guided horseback trail rides.
Location
Cle Elum, WA
Gateway to Alpine Lakes Wilderness
Ride Duration
3–6 hrs
Half and full day options available
Trails
Alpine Lakes Wilderness
Scenic Lodgepole & Cedar forests
Tours Offered
2 tours
Half-day and full-day horseback rides
Select a half-day or full-day Alpine Lakes Wilderness ride and experience backcountry horseback riding with lunch on the trail.
Wear sturdy riding boots
Closed-toe boots with a heel help keep your feet secure in the stirrups and protect your feet along the trail.
Bring plenty of water
Stay hydrated throughout the 5-6 hour ride to maintain energy and comfort while on the trail.
Dress in layers
Mountain weather can change quickly, so layered clothing allows you to adjust to temperature fluctuations easily.
Follow your guide’s instructions
For safety and to protect the natural environment, listen closely to guidance on riding pace and trail etiquette.
Riding boots
Protects feet and provides proper grip in stirrups.
Layered clothing
Keeps you comfortable amid changing mountain weather.
spring
Insect repellent
Helps reduce bug bites during warmer months.
summer
Water bottle
Keeps you hydrated throughout the ride.