Such a beautiful ride, with such kind and considerate staff and leaders! I stupidly locked my keys…read morein my truck, which I realized I had done after my horseback ride, and the whole team (especially Jay R. and Sue) were so kind and helpful to me whilst they had a million other things to do that day. I will be returning with the whole family and hopefully booking an overnight adventure soon. I like to take horse rides wherever I travel to (if it is accommodating to do so) and this was absolutely one the best experiences I have ever had!! This ranch and experience felt special, careful, and I felt personally cared for. Couldn't recommend more!!

This is just about a ride and getting on the horse that follows the leader. You're lucky if you…read morelearn one thing about the history of the area that you're riding on. They're young riders that help keep the horses in line but to learn about the ranch or history of the land you won't get it. You get some great views but its the same terrain the whole hour.

Had another great adventure with Flying Pig this week and as always they did not disappoint! This…read moretime was a rafting trip and the team is professional, friendly and knowledgeable from checking in, to our guides on the boat, to wrapping up and checking out. Highly recommend them for any of the fun adventures they provide and will be back again soon for another one!

Cannot recommend flying pig adventures enough! The rafting was a blast in the staff is exceptional…read moreand make the event even more fun. Preston was personable and a wealth of knowledge about the area as we rafted down the Yellowstone river.

Will took our small group on a fantastic ride down the Yellowstone - despite the 49° overcast day!…read moreHighly recommend this outfit and the trip!

We chose the easiest route, mostly calm with a little woohoo, perfect for my daughter (5 yr-old)…read more Although my son (10) was dying for more waves, it is a very entertaining and worry free ride. We spotted few antelopes, 2 bold eagles several Canadian geese, and of course the beautiful view. Special shout out to our guide Austin. He made the tour even more fun and interesting. He is very informative and made his explanation so understandable for my 5 yr-old. On top of that he was answering 1000 questions from my son, and super patient with the kids. On our way back, we got Nisha as our driver. She was fun and very playful with the kids. Actually both Nisha and her brother, driver to the river, are interesting to talk to, but we were too excited and forgot to ask his name. Thank you guys for such a great experience

When my friends and I arrived at Yellowstone National Park, we wanted to experience everything the…read morepark had to offer. While this is experience is not inside the park, it is worth every penny. As we were waiting for the remaining guests who had signed up, we had the opportunity to get to know a few of the guides. Evan, Trent, Jada, and Cheyara ( I probably mispelled) were the guides for our group and all are great! The guides were very good at orienting us on safety protocols along with their great sense of humor. We did the two hour rafting trip and would like to do a longer one if we get the chance!

HEAR YE HEAR YE! If…read moreyou ever want to test your friendships and your arm strength, book a rafting trip with Wild West Rafting. Our bachelorette crew of eight women showed up ready to float -- Spencer, our fearless captain, quickly informed us this was more "adventure" than "lazy river." Not only did Spencer make sure we paddled for our lives, he also had us carrying rafts up and down hills like we were training for the Raft Olympics. And when we weren't paddling or hauling, he was pulling double duty as a certified (in our minds) bird-watcher -- confidently identifying every feathered creature we saw, real or imagined. The views were gorgeous, the water was refreshing (read: freezing), and Spencer's calm, steady presence (even with eight women in one raft) made the trip unforgettable. We're pretty sure he secretly loved our vibes and the top-tier entertainment we provided along the way. 10/10 would raft again... after leg day, arm day, and maybe some cardio. Thanks for the memories, Spencer! We would definitely recommend booking your trip with him. WOOF WOOF BARK BARK

We did whitewater rafting guided by Garett. We had a great time. The company was very helpful…read morebooking. Garett did a great job navigating the raft, making sure we were all safe and ensured we all experienced some fun rapids. We highly recommend this experience.

We had so much fun! Great guides. We did the class 1-3 course and it was perfect for my 6 and 9…read moreyear old.

Horseback riding with Wilderness Connection was easily one of the best parts of our trip. A…read morefamily-owned business that has been passed down through 5 generations - you can feel the pride and passion behind everything they do. Our guide, Tyler, made the ride unforgettable. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the area and also had an unbelievable ability to spot wildlife along the trail. The views were gorgeous the entire ride. The horses were wonderful, healthy, well cared for, and matched thoughtfully to each rider's comfort and experience level. The whole team created such a welcoming and safe environment. Highly recommend.

Had a wonderful time at The Wilderness Connection! The…read morecustomer service was fantastic--everyone was so patient and kind, especially with our 7-year-old who was very scared at first. Thanks to Tylers calm and encouraging approach, she ended up having an amazing time and now says she wants to come back and work there when she grows up! Truly a memorable experience. What an amazing family we will definitely be back to hunt in the winter.

My son and I traveled with ABO in July 2021. We took the weeklong trip to Bullmoose Meadow and…read morefished on Hellroaring Creek. The primary camp is in a designated Wilderness Area: Picture Yellowstone without the roads, trail markers, rangers, vehicles, power lines, crowds. Our team was completely prepared to get us into and out of the woods safely on horseback, and to help us enjoy the backcountry. The scenery was unmatched and the fishing was fantastic. Hellroaring Creek is crowded with Yellowstone cutthroat that get very little pressure and are a blast to fish on dry flies. The growing season is brief at that elevation, so those fish want to eat. The stream is adjacent to camp, so there is no traveling or waiting on fishing days, except for waiting for the mornings to warm up. The water is varied enough to keep anyone entertained, and the fish stay busy. We were very impressed by the comfort and organization in the camps, the beautiful setting, the help on travel days, and the excellent food. We would be excited to travel with Cameron and the crew from ABO again.

Let me start by saying this is back country camping at it's best. My husband and I had a great…read moretime with Cameron, Patrick and all the gang. Everyone was very helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating. Pat, the cook, made the most delicious meals. Yes the horseback ride is long, but the views are beautiful. Fishing was fantastic. I never caught so many fish. The logistics of setting up this camp is mind blowing. You appreciate it so much more. I would definitely recommend them for a great adventure!!!

Wonderful experience! Our ride was in the most beautiful area that we saw the entire time we were…read morein Montana and Yellowstone! Our guide was very knowledgeable about the area and shared lots of history. Would highly recommend this ride.

I believe this place is out of business? Their website has old dates(example Now Booking 2017), the…read morereviews on website are old (2014), they do not respond to email and they do not answer or return phone calls.

Soooo, I made reservations for horseback riding for 6 people a month and a half in advance of our…read morefamily reunion at Yellowstone. Two days before our ride, I received a call from Specimen Creek telling me they were canceling our reservation. No explanation was given. Then, as I pressed further, they told me they didn't have enough horses. They also offered no alternatives or other outfitters to call. If I could give them zero stars, I would.

I live locally, so don't usually do commercial rides. I had family visiting who wanted to ride, but…read moreone 10 year old who hadn't been on a horse before. Linda and the entire crew took good care of us. We had a beautiful ride even though the youngest wanted to end early. Thanks for being flexible!

Extremely sad. These people should not be allowed to own horses. This is animal abuse. Horses…read moreforced to lay in their own waste and drink disgusting water. not a single area of ground that isn't half a foot high in horse poop. The horses were sinking into it and slipping in it. I've never seen anything this horrendous at a stable in my entire life and I've been to many. This place is disgusting and these people should not be allowed to own animals.

Highly recommend this experienced outfitter for pack trips into the Yellowstone. They take great…read morecare of you, and they're a great team. I learned a bit about how it works from them, from the gear to the horse pens, the mule bells, and how to order your group. We spent 3 days in the beautiful mountains, riding up 9,000 feet to a lake, saw wildflowers, gorgeous views and even a bison. Trip of a lifetime.