Intermediate & Advanced Horseback Riding at The Hideout Lodge & Guest Ranch Experience Wyoming’s high-country trails like never before You’ve been dreaming of the sun over the Bighorn Mountains as your horse moves with quiet confidence beneath you… Each turn reveals new vistas, every walk, trot and lope across open meadows fills your chest with a thrill and you finally feel the true freedom of exploring Wyoming on horseback. This is the luxury ranch riding adventure that awaits advanced and intermediate riders at The Hideout Lodge & Guest Ranch! At our small-scale, boutique luxury guest ranch, our intermediate and advanced riders will discover a personalized, adventure-filled horseback riding vacation set amid the dramatic beauty of the Bighorn Mountains. With over 100 well-trained horses for just 25 guests, we provide professional horse-to-rider matching, safety-first orientation and wide access to Wyoming’s alpine meadows, rolling foothills and wide-open prairies. (Plus, there’s no nose-to-tail riding here!) Read our top tips on choosing the perfect ranch vacation for advanced riders Not quite advanced, or have novice riders in your group? Find out more about our ranch vacations for novice riders
Explore our ranch vacations for advanced and intermediate riders
Each exciting Wyoming horseback riding vacation is crafted around our guests’ skill, stamina and personal goals. Advanced riders can enjoy exhilarating lope sections, while mixed-level groups benefit from routes carefully adapted for safety and enjoyment. So no matter your group dynamic, there’s something for everyone. On your advanced horseback riding vacation in Wyoming, you’ll explore a variety of terrain: Towering pine forests and shaded creek crossings Wide-open prairies with endless horizons Scenic alpine vistas and rugged foothills Our skilled wranglers guide you through each trail, offering insightful horsemanship tips and support so you can fully connect with your horse and live your best cowboy life. Read more on trail riding in Wyoming Trotting, loping and Authentic Horsemanship
Trotting is the preferred riding gait here at The Hideout as it allows riders to comfortably cover longer distances while maintaining rhythm and control. Horses actually prefer it, too! For advanced riders and intermediate riders, where possible we offer controlled loping opportunities to add thrill and challenge to your adventures across the sweeping terrain. Every ride integrates our Authentic Horsemanship principles, helping you strengthen your partnership with your horse, refine your cues and deepen your riding confidence. Learn more about natural horsemanship clinics in Wyoming “ The riding is so amazing and diverse, the terrain so varied that one never tires of the hundred-mile, big-sky views! ” – Hideout guest Safety and horse care
Your horse is your trusted partner, treated with consistent care and respect. Our orientation programs, thorough horse matching and solid safety guidelines ensure that you can focus on enjoying the trails while staying safe on your Wyoming horseback riding vacation . Things to remember on the high-country trails: Look out for holes and other hazards while riding the prairie It’s not always flat and open riding, sometimes it’s narrow trails, through sagebrush, crossing creeks Higher elevations can mean shorter lopes for our horses’ health and safety Being balanced and able to control your horse in every gait, and having good physical fitness are key to getting the most out of your riding vacation in this breathtaking environment Have the time of your life! Here are some of our top tips and ranch vacations dos and don’ts What to expect on your ranch vacation for advanced riders
Two-to-five hours in the saddle each day, tailored to your experience and energy level Immersive access to Wyoming’s breathtaking landscapes: alpine lakes, Painted Hills, valleys, open meadows and more! A balanced mix of skill-building, adventure and unforgettable memories Guidance from experienced wranglers who know the country intimately Find out what a day in the life of a guest at The Hideout is like
Plan your advanced or intermediate riding vacation R eady to ride Wyoming’s high-country trails, challenge your skills and experience natural horsemanship at its finest? Let us match you with the right horse, map your ideal trail and create a personalized luxury ranch riding adventure you’ll remember forever! Start planning your ride today
