Top Utah Horseback Riding

Ride a horse through the same wild landscape where Butch Cassidy once roamed, on a guided trail ride that's suited to all experience levels. With a cowboy or cowgirl guide to lead the way, you’ll learn the fascinating history of the Bryce Canyon area. Follow narrow trails featuring gorgeous views for an experience you can’t get from the road.

Get on horseback and ride into the Mitten Butes and Sentinal Mesa on this one-hour horseback ride in Monument Valley. This is a small group tour of three max, so you’ll share the costs between you. You’ll even have cowboy hats and helmets provided for you, so you won’t need to bring them, and you’ll complete the horseback rider look.

Cover more ground to marvel at the wonders of Monument Valley without getting footsore with this scenic tour on horseback. Get paired with your horse at the stables just steps from the Monument Valley Visitor Center, then hop in the saddle and follow your guide along the desert trails to take in the dramatic Mitten Buttes and Merrick Buttes from below, as well as the towering Sentinel Mesa.

Saddle up and get ready to ride through some of the most beautiful scenery southern Utah has to offer. Listen as your guide tells stories about the area, including tales of wild west outlaws and the Native Americans who once inhabited these lands. Rides are appropriate for all skill levels, but due to the terrain, riders must be at least seven years old to participate.

If you've always wanted to hop on a horse, don't miss this beginner-friendly, half-day horseback riding excursion in Utah's scenic Red Canyon. Follow your guide along some famous rugged trails, past old Native American sights, and through the red-rock canyon. With more than six miles (9.6 kilometers) to cover, this tour is a great way to get the hang of riding.

Journey into Slot Canyon in a UTV that can tackle the sandy trails. This private tour takes you to an off-the-beaten-path location far from the crowds of Zion's most-visited areas. Upon arrival, you'll take a short hike into the canyon where your guide will tell you all about its geology and history. Afterward, there's time for some optional sandboarding fun.

Explore the slot canyons of East Zion and ride to and from the canyons in a Can Am UTV during this adventure tour. Our guides drive you in the UTV, so you can sit back and enjoy this exciting off-road experience. Traverse rough terrain to reach the canyons then wander around on foot to explore the deepest parts of these remote areas. Be sure to bring a camera for frame-worthy photos.

This white-water rafting trip covers a 14-mile (22-km) section of the Colorado River near Fisher Towers, a short drive from Moab. Stunning canyon scenery provides awe-inspiring vistas throughout the day. The full-day adventure features oar rafts operated by river guides, although inflatable kayaks are usually available upon request. At lunchtime, your guide serves a buffet-style picnic during a stop on a riverside beach.

If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure but want to avoid Zion National Park and the huge crowds that come with it, this Peekaboo Slot Canyon Sandboarding and UTV Sunset Adventure is the perfect solution. With your own private group, ride in an ATV up to Peekaboo Slot Canyon, and then sandboard on the dunes while the sun sets over the area.

Adventure-loving travelers will enjoy the opportunity to hike, canyoneer, rappel, and travel in a UTV through some of the most amazing slot canyons in the East Zion area. Be immersed in the incredible landscapes of this national park while having fun and enjoying the views. Receive personalized guidance on a small-group tour with a maximum of ten participants.

This outdoor adventure combo from Moab takes you off-roading through Canyonlands National Park, followed by a guided rafting trip on the Colorado River. Your guide introduces you to the scenic natural wonders of Canyonlands' Island in the Sky by 4-wheel drive (4WD), including sections of the Shafer Trail and White Rim Road. Enjoy a buffet lunch before an afternoon rafting the white-water rapids of the mighty river. Admire deep canyons, ancient rock art, fossils and natural stone arches on this day trip, great for all ages.

To truly experience the legendary beauty of Arches National Park, you need to explore its isolated corners. On this adventurous 4WD tour from Moab, your expert guide will help you do just that as you navigate the backcountry to spots like the Tower Arch, as well as visit the famous red rocks at Marching Men and Eye of the Whale. Bonus: Your tour features a stop to see fossilized dinosaur tracks.

Discover the beauty of Utah’s backcountry during a small-group horseback riding experience. After a short riding lesson and safety instruction, set out on a guided ride to the top of Twin Knoll. Check out views of Zion National Park, the Elkheart Mountains, and the Kaibab Mountain range during the loop. Stop at several scenic overlooks throughout the tour.

This tour combines two of Southern Utah's most popular activities: exploring scenic slot canyons and horseback riding. You will not find any tour in Southern Utah that allows visitors to experience both of these exciting activities at the same time! Zion National Park is famous for it's beautiful Slot Canyons. Photographers and travelers are constantly on the search for these incredible land formations. This backcountry canyon is free from the crowds of Zion, but offers the same beauty. And guests get to experience on horseback!

Some trails winding up the side of Pine Knoll in Zion National Park ramble through desert forests with intense elevation gains—tricky for hikers but more than manageable on horseback. On this small-group tour, meet your horses, saddle up, and follow a horse trail to the summit of Pine Knoll. Catch scenic views of Zion, Southern Utah, and the Grand Canyon before making the return journey down the mountain.

Get away from the park crowds on this epic four-hour tour on horseback. With the Bryce Canyon area as your backdrop, you’ll clip-clop along Old West trails used by both cowboys and Indigenous groups, climbing up and down the scenic Red Canyon. Appropriate for beginners to experts, this ride truly goes off the beaten path for serious canyon adventure.

Saddle up and soak up the views of Zion National Park from the back of a horse. This small-group trail ride will have you riding into the sunset, far away from Zion's crowds. You'll ride to a spectacular viewpoint where you will watch the sky turn orange and red above the Cliffs of Zion.

Kodachrome Basin State Park is known for its bright, vibrant colors and serene landscape, making it a true gem of the American Southwest. The towering rock formations and unique geological features of the park are breathtaking, and our horseback riding adventures offer a one-of-a-kind perspective to take in the stunning scenery. Whether you're a seasoned rider or a first-timer, our guided tours will take you through peaceful canyons and along winding trails, allowing you to soak in the tranquility of this natural wonder. Don't miss the chance to experience the bright colors and serene landscape of Kodachrome Basin State Park on our horse rides.