Scenic Horseback Riding Near Vail, Colorado
A Premier Vail Horseback Riding Experience
Horseback riding in Vail offers a unique way to experience Colorado’s alpine landscapes, and Sonnenalp makes it easy to enjoy this unforgettable outdoor adventure. Whether you’re new to riding or an experienced equestrian, horseback riding in Vail, Colorado provides scenic trails, fresh mountain air, and access to some of the area’s most beautiful terrain.
Through trusted local partners, Sonnenalp connects guests with exceptional horse riding near Vail, offering guided trail rides just minutes from Vail Village.
Vail Stables Horseback Riding
Sonnenalp is a 1-mile drive from Vail Stables. Vail Stables specializes in guiding beautiful mountain horseback rides overlooking Vail, Colorado, any time of year!
Vail Stables has been the leading provider of tours on horseback for over 20 years and offers adventures into the backcountry of the White River National Forest surrounding Vail.
How to Book Vail Horseback Riding
Please contact our Activities Coordinator for additional information and scheduling.
email | 970-479-5448
Horseback Riding in Vail with Vail Stables May - October
Nothing feels like the Old West more than a horseback ride through the Rocky Mountains. Experience Colorado’s western heritage from the cowboy’s point of view as you roam through the glorious backcountry of Vail on horseback. Revel in the gorgeous trails through pines and aspens, scenic views, wildflowers, and maybe even spot some wildlife as you immerse yourself in nature. For kids and beginners to adults and advanced riders, Vail Stables provides an experience you’ll always remember and cherish.
The trails are scenic, mountainous terrain that starts at 8550ft in elevation and goes up, up, up and then down, down, much like the ski slopes. Enjoy heavily forested in some areas and wide open vistas in others. Mountain meadows, forested areas, immense aspen glades.
More Than Horseback Riding in Vail
Vail Stables offers goat petting and pony time for the kids. Goat yoga is also an expereince you'll never regret trying! When you’re ready to relax, kick your boots up for the Happiest Happy Hour. Grab a cold beer or glass of wine, play lawn games or just unwind in their hammocks with a stunning view of Vail Mountain. The goats mingle too!
Kids love to be around the stables and the horseback riding scene.
No one can resist the playfulness of the goats! Goat Yoga is an amazing experience for those who want to unwind, laugh, and relax while attempting to do the downward dog with a young goat or several goats winding around and between your limbs.
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