Banff National Park is Canada's oldest and most celebrated national park - and one worth getting out of the car and onto a trail for. Go back to a simpler time with a 1-hour horseback ride and experience the park at a relaxed pace. Led by your cowboy guide, saddle up and cross through the tranquil Spray River, and get a feel for what it was like for pioneers first settling in this once-wild area.

1 Hour Spray River Ride

Travel back in time on this scenic ride by covered wagon to a hearty western-style cookout meal, enjoying panoramic views of the Bow River and Sulphur Mountain along the way. This family-friendly activity also includes fun post-BBQ activities like roping and horseshoes, plus your choice of morning or evening departure. 

Highlights: 
 • Western cookout experience in Banff
 • Take a relaxing covered-wagon ride along the Bow River
 • Enjoy views of the spectacular Canadian Rockies landscape
 • Dine on a hearty BBQ cookout
 • Your choice of a morning or evening tour
 • Perfect activity for the whole family

Please note, Our establishment is located in a remote backcountry area. Due to our unique location, our kitchen operates with limited resources. We are unable to accommodate requests beyond our set menus (steak dinner or vegetarian dinner).


Covered Wagon Ride in Banff with Western Cookout

Banff National Park is Canada's oldest and most celebrated national park - and one worth getting out of the car and onto a trail for. Go back to a simpler time with a 1-hour horseback ride and experience the park at a relaxed pace. Led by your cowboy guide, saddle up and ride past natural sulphur springs along the gentle Bow River and get a feel for what it was like for pioneers first settling in this once-wild area.

1 Hour Bow River Ride

Banff National Park is Canada's oldest and most celebrated national park - and one worth getting out of the car and onto a trail for. Go back to a simpler time with a 4-hour horseback ride and experience the park at a relaxed pace. Led by your cowboy guide, saddle up and and get a feel for what it was like for pioneers first settling in this once-wild area.

4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride

Banff National Park is Canada's oldest and most celebrated national park - and one worth getting out of the car and onto a trail for. Go back to a simpler time with a 2-hour horseback ride and experience the park at a relaxed pace. Led by your cowboy guide, saddle up and and get a feel for what it was like for pioneers first settling in this once-wild area.

2 Hour Banff Horseback Riding Adventure

Want to experience the unspoiled wilderness of Banff on horseback, but don't have a lot of time to do it in? This 2-day overnight trip is perfect for you. Meander along a trail that takes you to the tranquil Bow River. Relax and enjoy a cowboy coffee by campfire along the way before arriving at Sundance Lodge, secluded but just 16 kilometres (10 miles) from town. At night, relax on the porch or linger near the crackling fireplace and watch the starry night. This trip is perfect for all ages, families or groups of friends because anyone can do it. Plus, the journey overall is surprisingly comfortable. 

Please note that this trip departs on Saturdays, from May to October.

2-Day Sundance Overnight Backcountry Lodge Trip by Horseback

Climb up into the traditional one horse-drawn sleigh and cuddle up under a cozy blanket to up the romance factor. See the horse's steamy breath rise in clouds as you set out into the snow-covered landscape of the mountain meadows close to the Banff townsite. Glide through the pristine meadows, admiring stunning views of the mountains and the surrounding valley. Look out for local wildlife and snap photos as you travel.