This is a lovely family owned business. I just went here today with my mother. My mom was very…read moreapprehensive about horses because she had a past bad experience. The people here accommodated to her by giving her a very sturdy, docile horse named Sage. My mom now loves horses. All of the horses are super well trained. The view of the mountains is absolutely beautiful when you get up to the ridge. The staff is wonderful and they know a lot about the area so you learn new things along the ride. One of the best horseback riding experiences I've ever had.

we had a group of 8 and had the best time! hannah was our guide and she was amazing! we highly…read morerecommend riding with these guys!

We loved this experience so much! We did the three hour ride and it was fantastic…read more The area is beautiful. We rode through pine forests and an aspen grove and open meadows. There was a ridge with an amazing view. We saw a small heard of elk running through the woods. We saw an eagle and an osprey. There were a couple of steep climbs (always fun on a horse). We got up to a trot a couple of times. Our legs were a bit stiff after the ride but not sore the next day. It was perfect! The horses are wonderful, each with their own personalities. They had just the right amount of spirit. And they were very responsive to your lead. Josie was our trail boss (guide) and she was absolutely amazing. She explained everything thoroughly. She made everything fun. She took amazing care of us. She knows that property like the back of her hand. And she's as amazing with horses as she is with people. My friend and his family have ridden here nine times already and I'm so glad they recommended it. It's a lifelong memory.

I reserved a 945am to 1145am horseback riding session + the $15 add on & we had a great time! We…read moredidn't use the add on but they offer activities at the pond (swimming + kayaking & shooting if I remember right). Hayden was our guide & he was really friendly & knowledgeable about the area & horses. Our group was small too which made the experience more intimate (5 riders + our guide). Eagle Ridge Ranch is affordable, has beautiful trails, well behaved horses & attentive/accommodating staff. We went on a rainy morning & it cleared up in an hour, but the rain didn't bother us. Eagle Ridge is close to Yellowstone, Bozeman & the Tetons so there's plenty to do after an early morning ride. Thank you for the experience!!!

The great string of horses used by the Eagle Ridge Ranch are kept here in the winter when the snow…read moreis so deep in Yellowstone Country.

From the owner: We provide horses to ride in the mountains of Idaho. We love families.read more

What an amazing experience! I did the 2-hour horseback trail ride. I was impressed by how genuinely…read morepassionate and caring the guides were. It is a family-owned business, so the guides are related. The pace was relaxed and comfortable. You are on the horse the whole time, but they give plenty of breaks for both the riders and the horses. Throughout the ride, the guides will share fun insights about the horses themselves, the local wildlife and plants, the ranch itself and of course the Grand Tetons. They welcome all skill levels - even total beginners like me. The guides take the time to teach you how to direct and handle your horse, and the horses are very well-behaved. They also keep the group small, which makes the experience feel much more personal. You'll see stunning views of the Hoback area, the Snake River Canyon, and the Teton Range. You'll ride to see a spectacular view of Bidger Teton National Park. The guide is so nice that he will take pictures of you on your horse with the scenic background. It is an unforgettable experience for me. Highly recommend them.

We had an absolutely fabulous trail ride here! This trail ride is breathtaking. The pictures you…read moretake will never due justice to what your eyes actually see. The horses are well taken care of and the people we meet were very nice. We read the reviews before booking here and I can say that the family owned operation is well run. Yes the lady is not very computer savvy just be a little patient. But who's in a hurry when you are out in the beautiful country side. After our ride we stayed for the bbq and I'm telling you that was the best T bone steak I have had in a really long time. It was delicious !! We can't wait to go back to this ranch for another ride and bbq. You will not be disappointed.

We were visiting the Yellowstone area and my husband and I took our 2 daughters (ages 6 & 8) for…read moretheir first trail ride with no one holding their lead. The horses were so well behaved and the trail guides were extremely kind and patient. Not to mention how beautiful the scenery was. We all had a blast. I would highly recommend them.

My wife and I were going to be driving from Bozeman to Rexburg and also wanted to go horseback…read moreriding. I found Dry Ridge online and gave them a call. They were able to give me the information including the time of the available rides that day. We got there on time and had an absolute wonderful and safe experience. The folks that run everything were terrific. We had another family with us on the ride who had younger kids. All were matched up with these beautiful horses and seem to have a great time. The horses my wife and I were matched up with were just as pleasant as one might hope for. As Dry Ridge is located in a state park, that was also a bonus. The state park folks were great also. I would highly recommend Dry Ridge if you are looking for a fun ride in a beautiful place. Dan S. from Plano, TX

When in Wyoming, go horseback riding, right? We decided to do this with Swift Creek Outfitters…read morebecause they didn't require reservations and seemed to be flexible with the start times. The horse "stables" are located several miles down a dirt road off of the main road so be prepared to drive slow and have your GPS map downloaded ahead of time because you will lose signal. We opted for the 2 hour ride which costs $114 if paying by credit card or $100 if paying by cash. The staff help you get onto the horse and provide basic directions on how to start and stop. I was a little worried about this since I've only ridden one other time but luckily the horses are all very well trained and essentially just follow the guide horse on their own. The experience overall was nice, with the path winding through stream beds and through the woods. I would not say that it had awe inspiring views or surroundings though. At the turn around point the guide got off of his horse and took photos of each of the groups with the mountain view in the background which was nice. I will say that the staff didn't feel that friendly. As we were waiting to leave, one of the women stated that she hoped that wouldn't have to get off of her horse to take photos of the guests. Also our guide, while making conversation with one of the guests on our ride mentioned several stories about annoying guests - girls "in their western era" putting on makeup while on the horse and women trying to pick him up. Trust me, I get that tourists can be annoying but this business is quite literally catering to tourists. It didn't make us feel very welcome. Finally, I'm by no means a horse expert, but as some of the other reviewers mentioned, all of the horses are tied up, saddled, in the direct sun, until they are pulled for a ride. It felt confined, with a lack of freedom for the horses.

Avoid this place at all costs - a disappointing and concerning experience…read more We honestly cannot understand how this place has so many positive reviews. If you care even a little about animal welfare, you will immediately notice that something feels wrong when you arrive. This place feels like a tourist machine rather than an authentic ranch experience. Dozens of horses are lined up, already saddled, and spend the day tied up waiting for the next group. There are no real pastures around. The horses that are not tied are kept in small pens, with no grass and far too many horses in a limited space. As an experienced rider, I was extremely disappointed by the ride itself. We paid $260 for an experience that was advertised on their website as a way to see wildlife. This was the main reason we chose this company. After only five minutes on horseback, I asked our guide what animals we might have the chance to see. His answer was very honest but incredibly disappointing: he told us we would probably see nothing because the trails are used dozens of times every day and animals avoid the area. Ironically, we saw a moose and a weasel less than a mile from the ranch on the road. The "Big View Grand Teton" ride ($140 per person) is honestly just a basic out-and-back trail. You start in a completely flat open area, then do a short climb through the forest to reach a mediocre viewpoint, before going back down through almost the exact same scenery. The entire ride is at a walk. No one asked about our riding experience; horses were simply assigned when we arrived based on our height. Of course, the whole ride was at a slow walk, which made the experience incredibly boring for anyone who actually knows how to ride. For the price, the scenery was not memorable, the experience was not authentic, and the promise of seeing wildlife was completely misleading. If you are looking for a true Western horseback experience, go somewhere else. Stay at a real ranch for a night or more, and you will have the opportunity to ride for several hours through much more beautiful and varied landscapes, while supporting places where horses have a better quality of life. This place was a huge disappointment and, in our opinion, not representative of what a real ranch experience should be. It is truly a shame to see that, in 2026, some establishments are still treating horses this way. These animals deserve much better than being treated as a simple tourist attraction.

Brandy was awesome, helped us feel like cowboys for a couple of hours and did her best despite rain…read moreand 46 degrees! Our horses were great and knew their job! I'd give it 5 stars for adventure but the weather, no fault of Brandys, put a "damper" on things! Would definitely go again on a sunny day! She knows her horses!

We live in Swan Valley and this outfitter is great. They take great care of their horses. We have…read moretwo of their retired ones on our property and they are wonderful companions and take good care of us on leisure trail rides in the national forest and BLM lands.

Beautiful ride through the woods, meadow and ridge up to a gorgeous view of the Tetons. Guides were…read moreinformative & helpful. A really nice family or couple activity that doesn't take the entire day.

What a great experience! The views are beautiful. The horses were great. I felt like a real cowgirl…read moreon this trip. I did the two hour trip and it was very much worth it. I will say, going back down the mountain was a bit scary because my horse (shoutout to Gray) did not like going down the rocks and would stop to analyze the path. He was good overall. I would definitely recommend doing this while in the area.

Ronda is great and has amazing horses. She's very flexible and accommodating to different schedules…read moreand needs. If you are looking for a place to learn horsemanship, riding, boarding and/or roping you can't go wrong going to the Bar-R Ranch.

From the owner: There aren't too many things we love more than our horses. In fact, it was our love for…read moreall-things-equestrian that led us to purchase 8 acres of land where we built our home, barn, and horse arena. These days, you may know us as The Bar R Ranch, and, since our founding in 1997, we've gotten to know our neighbors and horses pretty well. Whether you're excited to take a horseback riding class or train a young colt, we're here to do it all. We're excited to saddle up with the horses we love and the community we love even more. Our business is all about horses. From training to boarding to sales, our knowledge is vast, and our voice will reflect our long-lived experience and passion. Let's make our tone be educational, fun, and spirited.