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.

Gorgeous float trip on the Snake River with continuous views of the Grand Tetons. You sit on a part…read moreof inflatable tube with a larger one behind you. It's comfortable and secure. Our Guide, Andy did a great job providing education about the Tetons, the national park, area history and wildlife information. This was a highlight of our trip!

Bernie led such a delightful, insightful, and heartwarming tour through the stunning snake river!…read moreThis was our second boat trip of the week (we also got a tour from Triangle X Ranch) and Solitude was a bit better: soft carpeted boat bottom, blankets onboard (we had a morning trip), and a knowledgeable guide who knew a lot about nature and the park. We saw some elk, mule deer, two bald eagles, and so many birds (golden eyes, mergansers, sandhill cranes, and more).

Good horseback trail ride. Highly recommend if in the Grand Tetons/ Yellowstone NP. We did the 3 hr…read moreride and it was not a nose-to-tale trail ride you are actually riding ( up and down ridges, rocks, creek crossings, mud, ect.). Our guide Owen was great. The horses we were on were Big Kent and Big Tex- both were great and they did well for us and we ( experienced riders) loved it that we actually had to ride them. Horses are nice and fat/healthy. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area

Wow! Worth every penny! We only planned to stay one night but wish we did 2-3! We did the bedroll…read moreand breakfast but they also do customs overnight tours to fishing sites or deeper into Yellowstone. They are the ONLY horseback riding with permits to enter Tetons and Yellowstone . Other Yellowstone horseback riding is through xantera or whatever the main Yellowstone commercial Company that manages all the hotels/restaurants/staff for general stores, very Disneyland/commercial. Wilderness Trails is family owned, rural, one of a kind. We felt like a family on the prairie. They literally plop horse corrals and tents and cooking station in the middle of grand Tetons and Yellowstone on a meadow/prairie like plot of land. All the staff live there in tents and some campers and so you basically join "their family" and live that life. They had a professional chef that came from a Michilin Star restaurant (he was not technically a Michilin chef) but food was amazing and so well Done! We got to eat with our horse wranglers and the chef and felt like part of their family. They all had their own dog and my kids had so much fun running around with all The doggies:) they had a warm outdoor like shower and you are in the middle of nature bathing amd my daughter said it was the best shower of her life! It was my 7 year olds first time horseback riding and she did just fine! My other kids were 10 and 12-they wanted to "live there" and asked if we could have their bday parties there. Was worth every penny! Wish we planned to stay longer

My friend booked the Snake River Float for our group of 10. I didn't think I would like it so much…read more It was such a fun experience and I recommend this to anyone who is on the fence. Just do it! First of all, this is seasonal. I believe the season starts in May through September, so we were very lucky to catch the end of the season. We met at the meeting point, got in their van and was drove to the boat launch (about 10 miles) and float back to the meeting point. Our River Guide was Neil. He was professional, funny and gave us interesting facts throughout the ride. He even pointed out eagle nests. Sadly, we didn't see any animals but that's okay because the view was just spectacular and breathtaking. We also got lucky with the weather. Blue sky in the 70s. It was a bit windy but the lifejacket kept us warm. Highly recommended and book it in advance!

This is going to be an absolute must for my family every single time we're in the area! I knew it…read morewas going to be a fun time, but the scenery and the professionalism from the boater made it over-impressive. Travis was our tour guide and we're certainly going to request a float with him again! The entire experience was comfortable, enjoyable, and breathtaking. The experience is WELL worth the price.

Van's picked us up at the Grand Teton Lodge. We drove about 10 minutes to Moran point. There were…read morelatrines and the rafts were unloaded from the trailers. We put on life jackets and were given safety instructions. We were helped on and off the rafts. We wore sneakers and carried cameras, everything stayed dry. Steve wisked us down the Snake River for almost 90 minutes. He pointed out bald eagle, flowers, beavers... The scenery was mesmerizing, a perfect way to spend the day. As the clouds lifted, the majestic Grand Tetons came into site & I took hundreds of photographs here. We disembarked at Deadman's Bar. We were transported by van to a beautiful overlook.

A tourist trap. Took a very slow moving horseback ride. No galloping at all. Staff were not very…read morepleasant and kind of abrupt. Was way over priced. I won't do business with this company again!

(Cross posting this here & at Wilderness Trails as this is where I initially researched the…read morelocation) My 10-year old LOVED our stay here - it was the highlight of our trip and she's begging to come back next year for a multi-night ride into the mountains. The camp is great though definitely expect rustic accommodations with the exception of the beds, which are (heavenly) real mattresses. The horses and ride were great - very well-mannered horses and a wonderful evening ride through wildflower-filled mountain meadows, creeks, and up and down reasonably challenging terrain. What my daughter (and I) loved most were the people - Sam was a great cook and friendly guide and our other guide Mariah was incredibly patient with my daughter's barrage of questions and let her help put away tack and feed the horses after the ride. A truly memorable Wyoming experience with many great memories.

This is such an amazing, relaxing and secluded place! There's nothing else like it around. The…read morestaff is great and the horses are gentle and well trained for trail riding. The trail ride was such an adventure for this Texas girl who's use to riding on flat ground! The fireside dinner was excellent and the beds are comfortable. It was nice not to have to set up a tent once getting to the campground, everything is ready for you! There is a convenience store closeby if you end up needing anything. It's also just down the road from the entrance to Yellowstone so it's easy to make this horseback riding adventure one of the stops on your trip! (cross posting this to Wilderness Trails which is the same location).

Chris Cox's family, wrangler staff and kitchen staff are all so friendly and welcoming. Will…read moredefinitely be coming back out and always recommending it to friends interested in this type of vacation!

Caring staff. Amazing rides with healthy beautiful horses! Highly recommend the gorgeous…read moreaccommodations and a lot of activities for everyone. Would love to go again! Thank you Mr Cox and family for an excellent vacation!

I wish I could of stayed longer. String Lake felt like a dream. The perfect place for a dip,…read morekayaking, dipping your feet and taking the sight of the beautiful Tetons. This is the ideal place to launch your kayak. We didn't get chance to stay longer than what we hoped for but nonetheless it was memorable

String Lake Trail is a loop that is approximately 3.7 miles in Grand Teton National Park. It has…read morestunning views along the way. It has a slight incline during part of it. There was a decent amount of parking when we went and clean bathrooms. There were mosquitoes out so wear bug spray. I would recommend bringing water or a water pack and pack bear spray to stay prepared. We saw a moose right before getting to the trail and another one on the trail. Such an incredible experience and beautiful views all around! Highly recommend!