Google is mistaken, this outfitting company is DEFINITELY open for business! I took my family horseback riding this week and Tracy, the owner and our guide couldn't have given us a more perfect, authentic Colorado experience. He was very personable, the horses were so sweet and well behaved and we had the best time. Highly highly recommend!! read more

Best experience ever!!! Nic and Susan were so wonderful. They treat the horses like family and it's really nice to see. Susan's hunting dog Shadow came along for the ride and was the sweetest dog and my new best friend. We even received a kiss from Nic's horse Pale Girl. The views were magical and Nic's knowledge was unmatched. Gail at the call center was also lovely and so helpful. We can't wait to come back! read more

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The best time riding ever! Cannot wait to do it again. The guide, Dressler, was fantastic. Our horses were super sweet. The weather was perfect. Thank you so very much. read more

Located off Independence Pass after mile marker 54 and you'll see a brown sign on the right that says horse rides. My friend and I did a 2 hour horseback ride that we were able to book same day and it ended up being just us and Tracy (the guide). We had such an amazing time and the views were more than we could've asked for! We rode up to the lost man reservoir then stopped further along for the horses to eat some grass as we picked sweet wild strawberries! Tracy brought along water for us and was a great guide to learn from. We loved hearing his story and having this experience with the horses! Thank you read more

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The most fun I've ever had on a trail ride!!! Our guide was the key to it all - funny, personable, and informative! We went through some gorgeous meadows and our horses were amazing! Will recommend them to everyone! Can't wait to go again when we're back in the area... read more

Absolute best place to book a 2 hour horseback riding adventure. The guide was super knowledgeable and extremely friendly and welcoming. The rides views were out of a picture book and the horses were top notch!!! Would 1,000% recommend and will book again upon my next return to Aspen!!! read more

Amazing experience taking a half-day horseback riding excursion today with Independence Pass Outfitting Co! We arrived at 9:30am and spent about 2 hours making our way up the mountain. The wranglers were very friendly & knowledgable of the area. They take great care of their horses & it was evident by how well tempered and beautiful they all were. Once at the top, we had spectacular views of the mountains and took a pit stop by a small pond where the horses rested & we had the opportunity for some amazing photos. Going down was a lot quicker as the horses didn't need to stop and rest as frequently. We will definitely be back. Thanks for everything!! read more

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As an experienced Packer, I can say this is one of the best rides Ever. It was like molting your skin to make way for a fresher Me. Its about spending quality time gazing and leaving in higher spirits. Tracey, my guide, beguiled and charmed me with stories. His hard work and dedication is evident in every step. Susan, his wife, has such a soulful and tender connection with the horses leaves you with a renewed trust in humanity and benevolence. Gail, who takes all calls, has such a down to earth way giving directions, I will no longer use my GPS :}. Its time to do something you have thought of but never did. Saddle Up & Happy Trails. read more

Awesome outfit! Suzy, Tracy, and Kessler were so kind, helpful, and fun. Our family of 5 ranging from 12 - 55 enjoyed the trip through the woods and into the high mountain valley. The horses were well trained and calm. Part of the terrain was a little rocky and narrow, but the guides and horses handled everything like professionals. Highly recommend this excursion for the adventurous. read more

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My friends and I did the half day horseback ride with Desler. It was an awesome experience from head to start! Firstly, they were very accommodating when we arrived the first day to pouring rain and asked to reschedule to the next day when the weather forecast was better. They do have rain gear if you're not afraid of getting wet and I think it would have been fun anyway, but I'm still glad we waited for the next day because the weather was gorgeous! I knew it was going to be great when I pulled into the camp and the two dogs, Shadow and Oliver, ran up to greet us. Although most of us had ridden before, one of my friends had never but she became really comfortable on the horse after only a few minutes on the trail. The whole trail was gorgeous, we went up to the very top of a mountain where there was a beautiful lake and we had lunch there (included in the half day ride!). Shadow and Oliver followed us the whole way up. We had great conversation with Desler the entire trip, learning about his life in Colorado and how the company is family owned and operated. Our time with IPOC was the highlight of our trip. My friends could not stop talking about it the whole way back to Denver to catch our flight back home. We got great photos and memories and will definitely be back when we return to Aspen. read more

This is the best trail riding experience that we have ever had while on vacation. The owners are kind and the horses were excellent! We enjoyed the view and the ride! read more

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Seriously such a great trip. Wouldn't do anything different. The horses were so good and Dessler was so great. The views were outstanding. We would highly recommend this trip to everyone. read more

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Please don't pass up this adventure if visiting Aspen. It was one of the highlights of our week. Tracy was our cowboy guide, and Susan was there to greet us when we arrived. The horses were well trained, sharp, and responsive. We climbed Midway Trail and had a 1/2 experience that we will cherish forever. Don't be put off by lack of a slick website (Tracy readily admits he doesn't do computers). The drive out to their small "ranch" is beautiful, about 20 min outside Aspen. The views from the summit pond are spectacular. Dan and Susan Sullivan read more

Tracy and Susan made our day so special. They are so accommodating and great people. We will definitely be back. The horseback riding had fantastic views and we had incredible luck while fishing! read more

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Loved my 2 hour horse ride with these guys! Can't wait to come back Great horses, great folks and so beautiful!! read more

Wow! What an amazing ride. The owners are true horse people. I went on a solo ride with Tracy and had the pleasure of talking horses with him the whole time. Super nice guy and an incredible horseman. Ive been riding 25 years and have seen many outfitting places - this is one of the most authentic with excellent horsemanship. The horses are all wonderfully kept with great temperaments. The scenery was just incredible. Why hike when you can ride!! I would ride here everyday if I could. Highly recommend!! read more

My daughter and I did a 2 hour ride with Tracy and it was amazing. It was a super personal experience. Tracy told us wonderful stories and shared his expertise about all things horse, dog and the western slope. We will definitely go back to ride with these guys again! Best horseback riding experience we have had yet in CO! If you want to horseback ride in/near Aspen --- this is where you must go! read more

I just got back from a trip to Aspen and I have to recommend checking out the Lost Man trail off Independence Pass on horseback. I'm writing this review because I was really impressed with the guides we chose: Independence Pass Outfitting Company (http://www.ipocllc.com/horseback-riding-aspen-colorado) The guys from Independence Pass Outfitting Co. were awesome, I got to ride with and get to know four of them. The guides handled the horses with ease and confidence and were friendly and enjoyable afternoon riding companions! It had been about a decade since I've been on a horse but the horse I got to ride was a dream- sure footed and sturdy, he handled the Lost Man trail like a champ! As I mentioned the guides lead us up and around the Lost Man trail off Independence Pass, there was a decent elevation change which afforded these amazing views, fresh air and some serious peace and quiet! I had so much fun I went a second time and chose them again! I got to go on a different trail and ride another horse- he was gorgeous and spirited; a lot of fun. I like these guys and will always call them to go riding when I'm in Aspen. Independence Pass Outfitters had quite a few horses, all pretty different so if you're a really good rider you won't get stuck on the slow horse, but if you are a novice you can ride one of the sweet horses which served as therapy horses in a previous setting. This company offers a few other services, I've fished with them before (yeah I caught like five trout!!) but haven't gone hunting or out in the wilderness. If I do I'll let you know how it goes. read more

We booked an elaborate trip for a party of 10 with Ian McLendon and his outfitters for a weekend of horseback riding, camping, fishing and shooting high up near Truro peak in White River National Forest. Ian is a first class guide and he and his staff pulled off an incredible logistical feat for our large group to make for one of the best weekends we've ever had in the Rockies! I can't write a strong enough endorsement for this outfitter. We could have spent three times the money and still felt we got a great deal. read more

My cousin and I had a 4 hour ride on Friday morning with Dressler. My cousin isn't very confident on horses but after a few minutes of the ride she was feeling fine. Dressler and his mom were welcoming and personable. Dressler stopped whenever we needed or wanted to, helped us take pictures and carried on amiable conversation throughout. The packed lunch was a nice home packed lunch and perfect. The horses were well suited to the ride and the surroundings were breathtaking. Dressler provided us with rain slickers as it was raining off and on. All in all, a fantastic ride. I highly recommend them. read more

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Our family booked a trip with Ian McLendon and IPOC last summer. It was an incredible experience and we all will carry the memories for a lifetime! We rode up the pass on our horses and were able to experience Independence Pass in a totally unique and different way than in a car. Our day started in Aspen where we saw the morning paragliders landing, elk grazing and rock climbers heading up sheer rock faces. After a dip in the Lost Man Reservoir, we reached the summit for lunch. Ian and his crew took care of everything and we were able to really enjoy the adventure in a safe and fun way. We are looking forward to booking with him again this summer! read more

Absolutely the best! Very private and on Independence Pass. As a local, this is the only company I use. . Looking forward to our overnight trip next month. Very child friendly. read more

My kids (ages 10 and 12) and I went on a two-hour trail ride here over the summer. One of the nicest rides we've ever done in Colorado. The horses are nice quality and well cared for. Tracy, our guide, was fun and knowledgeable. An all-around great time! Scenery was spectacular! Highly recommend. read more