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1st Departure:
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Unknown
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Provider:
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Hondoo Rivers & Trails
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Destination:
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North America > USA > Utah
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Duration:
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6 days
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Skill Level:
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Intermediate
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When summer's heat in the slick rock country becomes oppressive, the lure of glacial lakes and lush meadows beckon both horse and rider. This camping trailride explores the plateau tops and canyons where the San Rafael Swell, Capitol Reef National Park and Grand Staircase/Escalante National Monuments make their dramatic break towards the Colorado River.
From a deluxe base camp you'll make daily rides deeper into this alpine wilderness. Always a favorite feature of this ride are the lakes, wildflowers, elk, deer, and other wildlife, as well as the spectacular vistas of the 4-Corners region where ten or more National Parks and Monuments may be seen in a single panorama.
Rides are open to all horse enthusiasts and nature lovers. Although heart and athleticism are often more important than experience when judging horses or riders, riders should be in control at walk, trot and short canter.
We strive to give experienced riders all the pace and challenge they desire, and to give inexperienced riders all the instruction and patience they need. Time and logistics permitting, we often divide into two groups riding to separate destinations or scenic features.
What we guarantee, with the help of seasoned guides, wranglers, cooks and horses, is access to a rugged and scenic landscape of immense scale. We couple this--access to the back country--with an unencumbered and comfortable ambiance at the end of each day where you can relax, refresh and rejuvenate prior our next day adventure. (Non-riding companions are welcome on all trips.)
HORSES: Our remuda consists of ranch raised Quarter Horses with a few Thoroughbreds, Arabians and Mustangs. Most of the horses we've bred and raised ourselves.