Willow Creek's Signature Half Day Ride!

Duration

4 - 4.5 hours

About

This ride will provide you with a complete horseback riding experience, with lunch included. Depending on trail conditions and water flow, your ride will be one of these two equally beautiful routes:

1. Creek Crossing Ride: Starting out with a ride past Ann’s Pond and continuing over Ann’s Ridge, the reward at the top is a 360 degree view of the valley and the Teton mountain range. After taking in the views, we continue down to Willow Creek, riding parallel the water (crossing the creek 4 times when conditions permit), bringing us to our lunch spot.

2. Historic Rim Rock Ranch: You’ll travel back in time down the Bryans Flat logging road, where Oxen and carts hauled the lumber that would be used to help build Jackson Hole. On most days, the Teton Range is visible as we approach our lunch spot in the valley where the historic Rim Rock Ranch once stood.

This trailride takes place 100% in the Bridger Teton National Forest and makes a full loop, allowing you to experience new scenery and views throughout the entire ride.

You’ll experience beautiful mountain trails on horseback, winding through Douglas Firs, Lodge Pole Pine trees, Blue Sagebrush and Alpine Wildflowers. Riding along (and sometimes through) the crystal clear water flowing down Willow Creek toward the famous Snake River is sure to become a highlight from your visit to Jackson Hole.

Wildlife encounters are frequent and you ride through the natural habitat of the Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, Shiras Moose, Red Tailed Hawks and even our American Bald Eagle!

Lunch includes:

• A big deli sandwich
• Bag of chips
• An apple (for you or your horse)
• Cookies
• Plenty of water

Important Details

• Children 8 and older are welcome.
• In consideration of the health of our horses, we are able to take riders up to a maximum of 265 pounds.
• Horses are to be ridden at a walk at all times and riders must maintain proper spacing between horses.
• Groups range from two to eight people. For larger groups and private parties, special arrangements are available.

Your safety and enjoyment are our top concern. All of our summer trail rides and pack trips are strictly first class, with professional Guides, Wranglers, deluxe camps, high quality meals, and personalized attention to every guest. Our horses and mules are the finest in the business and our equipment is always in excellent, dependable condition.

More Info

We have excellent horses, most of which have been with us for years. Our guides will select a horse that best fits each rider based on size and riding experience, adjusting each saddle to ensure the most comfortable horseback riding experience.

“Paddle to Saddle” Combo Package

Book any of our single day trail riding trips AND any Dave Hansen Whitewater rafting option to receive 10% off both activities.

Terms and Conditions:

• Activities may be split between two days, although many enjoy a morning trail ride and an afternoon river rafting trip.
• These activities are booked and billed separately.
• During checkout for your horseback ride, click the link that reads "Rafting with Dave Hansen Whitewater? Click here." Use code: "paddle2saddle" to receive 10% off your ride.
• After booking your horseback ride option at the discounted rate, contact Dave Hansen Whitewater to book your rafting trip. Be sure to mention “Paddle to Saddle” to receive 10% off.
• You must bring your Dave Hansen Whitewater confirmation with you to check in at Willow Creek Horseback Rides for the discount to be validated.

Gratuities

Gratuities are not included in your ride cost. While tipping is done at your discretion, tipping is one of the gauges we use in terms of customer satisfaction. If you are ever not satisfied, please let us know so that we can enhance our rides in the future.