Ride gentle horses through orchards and forest lanes at Wild Mustang, a ranch about 40 minutes from Sapporo at the foot of Mt. Hakken. Choose 50‑ or 80‑minute rides with an English‑speaking instructor and hotel transfer included.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You swing a leg over a calm ranch horse as the city’s hum falls back into a ribbon of road and orchard rows. Within forty minutes from central Sapporo you arrive at Wild Mustang, a low-slung farm at the foot of Mt. Hakken — the mountain visible like a jagged crown with eight distinct peaks. The guide, dressed in an American cowboy style, gives a quick lesson in the corral; then the herd and the trail invite you out.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; riders should be able to mount and sit for up to 80 minutes
Wildlife
History
The area around Mt. Hakken has long been agricultural land; small farms and fruit orchards developed alongside grazing areas where horses became part of local rural life.
Conservation
Operators encourage staying on designated trails, not feeding horses, and packing out trash to protect pasture health and local waterways.
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Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes
Skirts, shorts and open shoes are not allowed; sneakers or light hiking boots protect your legs and feet during mounting and trail sections.
Check the weight limit in advance
Maximum rider weight is 80 kg—confirm and declare your weight during booking to avoid last-minute issues.
Bring sun and insect protection
Sunscreen and bug repellent are recommended year-round; summer evenings can have persistent mosquitoes.
Arrive with a flexible schedule
Transfers are by taxi and the whole activity spans about 3–4 hours including lesson and travel, so plan your day accordingly.
Long pants
Protects legs from saddle friction and brush on the trail
Closed-toe shoes or sneakers
Required for safe mounting and secure footing at the barn
Sunscreen
Protects exposed skin on sunny rides through orchards and open sections
summer
Insect repellent
Reduces mosquito and biting insect annoyance in warmer months
summer