Splashy & Moderate

Mt. Princeton Waterfall Ride

Ride along the scenic Browns Creek approximately 2 hours, taking in beautiful views of waterfalls along the way. The Arkansas Valley holds the most 14,000-foot peaks of anywhere in Colorado; this stunning scenery makes it one of the best places to experience a horseback ride.

The Highlights Of Your Trip

Your Mt. Princeton Waterfall Ride will meet at the Mt. Princeton Riding Stables in Nathrop, CO. Ride beside scenic Browns Creek and take in the many spectacular waterfalls along the way! Stop for a relaxing streamside lunch midway before returning to the stables.

Book this trip

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How much

Pricing

From $175

for ages 5+

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What's included

Activities

  • Horseback Riding
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Trip Length

Duration

Half Day

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How Hard

Difficulty

Splashy & Moderate
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Who can go

Minimum Age

5 years old & Up

What to expect

On Your Horseback Waterfall Adventure

Horseback riding in the Colorado mountains.

Overview

Just 30 minutes from our Granite Outpost, the 2-hour Mt. Princeton Stables horseback ride is the perfect way to spend a morning or afternoon near Buena Vista and Salida. The Arkansas Valley is lined with 15 14,000-foot peaks – the most in one concentration in Colorado – which makes for one of the most scenic locations for a Colorado horseback ride. You’ll get views of Mt. Princeton, Mt. Yale, Ht. Harvard and Mt. Antero on this ride.

This 2-hour ride has an option for novice or advanced riders, getting you out on different terrain based on your skill levels.

A horseback ride gives you that “real West” adventure you’re seeking in the mountains of Colorado.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2-hour ride
  • Options for Novice or Advanced riders
  • Perfect introduction to horseback riding for families, first-timers or exerienced riders
  • The ride follows a portion of Chalk Creek
Two people on horseback in the Arkansas River Valley, Colorado.

What's Included

EQUIPMENT

  • All necessary equipment is included

MEALS

  • Streamside Lunch

WHAT TO BRING

  • Long pants & jackets
  • Sunblock
  • Bug Spray
  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Sneakers or Cowboy Boots recommended
  • No Sandals or High Heels

Itinerary

DAY 1

  • Meet at the Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Riding Stables
  • Saddle up & hit the trail!
  • After 2 hours, break for lunch
  • Head back to the stables
Guided horseback riding trip in Colorado.

Departure Dates & Times

Schedule

Trips available year round.
Trips run daily at 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:30 PM, and 4:00 PM

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