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    Wild West Rafting

    4.8 (106 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Dee B.

    When my friends and I arrived at Yellowstone National Park, we wanted to experience everything the park had to offer. While this is experience is not inside the park, it is worth every penny. As we were waiting for the remaining guests who had signed up, we had the opportunity to get to know a few of the guides. Evan, Trent, Jada, and Cheyara ( I probably mispelled) were the guides for our group and all are great! The guides were very good at orienting us on safety protocols along with their great sense of humor. We did the two hour rafting trip and would like to do a longer one if we get the chance!

    HEAR YE HEAR YE! If you ever want to test your friendships and your arm strength, book a rafting trip with Wild West Rafting. Our bachelorette crew of eight women showed up ready to float -- Spencer, our fearless captain, quickly informed us this was more "adventure" than "lazy river." Not only did Spencer make sure we paddled for our lives, he also had us carrying rafts up and down hills like we were training for the Raft Olympics. And when we weren't paddling or hauling, he was pulling double duty as a certified (in our minds) bird-watcher -- confidently identifying every feathered creature we saw, real or imagined. The views were gorgeous, the water was refreshing (read: freezing), and Spencer's calm, steady presence (even with eight women in one raft) made the trip unforgettable. We're pretty sure he secretly loved our vibes and the top-tier entertainment we provided along the way. 10/10 would raft again... after leg day, arm day, and maybe some cardio. Thanks for the memories, Spencer! We would definitely recommend booking your trip with him. WOOF WOOF BARK BARK

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    Amber B.

    What an amazing experience!! We had a group of twelve people and every one of us had the time of our lives! We ranged in age from 50's down to 6 years old, and everyone loved every minute. Our tour guide was so fun and informative, and we came away with a lot of interesting knowledge about the area. I was worried it would be scary, especially after I was handed an oar, but it was so fun and easy to follow instructions. No one fell out! Haha! The entire experience was streamlined and well organized. We even got to take a dip in the Yellowstone river, which was amazing. August was the perfect time to go as it was warm and beautiful outside. I highly recommend this company! I can't wait to go again. Make sure to bring cash to tip your guide. If I could give 10 stars I would!

    Debra S.

    Our family of four had a great time on the river. We did the two hour tour and Becca was our guide. She was so nice and very informative. I was a little nervous and she put me right at ease. The last time I had been was rafting was when I was 16. It was just as fun as I remembered. Our ages: 50, 49, 23 and 20. It was the perfect level of rapids for both us and our adult kids. I would highly recommend. They provided wet shoes and safety vest.

    Lee G.

    Amazing experience! Place is run by professionals. The whole staff were very welcoming and high-energy. Every one of the guides hustled their butts off getting the rafts to and from the river, hauling all the equipment, etc., while literally running to get things set up. Our guide was great, sending us into extra rapids and spins that the other tours weren't doing. You can tell these people care about the customers and make the kids all have a blast! If you're considering rafting while around Yellowstone, this is the place to go. Clean and comfortable changing rooms and bathrooms. Photographer follows along the valley rim, getting awesome shots of every group. Many great memories made!

    Jessica R.

    Brandon and Patrick were wonderful. I was absolutely terrified but they made it fun and made me feel comfortable throughout the day. All the gear was provided and we hopped into the wild river. It was so much fun. Highly recommend!

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    Maritza R.

    Wild West Rafting is located right outside Yellowstone (North Entrance). We booked the Classic Half Day Rafting Experience. It was cold out there but we had a good time. This is good for families with kids or someone who is going out for the first time. We had a great time. Our guide was super chill. They provided us with all the gear we needed. Wet suits, shoes, and a jacket. It was perfect because it was super cold outside but we didn't want that to hold us back from enjoying the beautiful outdoors.

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    Great experience with friends and family on the 4th. Our guide, Will, was laid back, fun and great for the group.

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    We had so much fun! All the employees were kind, helpful, and informative. Definitely go with them if you're looking in the area!

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    Incredible service and even better experience!! Highly recommend. They are so sweet and were incredibly kind with my 6-year old.

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    One of the nicest dudes I've ever met and so knowledgable about the river, wildlife, and Yellowstone in general.

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    Yellowstone Roughriders

    Yellowstone Roughriders

    5.0(7 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    I found Yellowstone Roughriders on Yelp, but I also contacted a family friend about where to book a…read morehorse riding experience in Yellowstone and she also recommended Yellowstone Roughriders, so I was sold! Billie and Heather were very helpful and informative throughout the reservation making process. They have great communication and put our minds at ease. They wait to tell you which trail you'll be taking until about a week before your ride. I booked a half day private ride for my daughters and I. We met up at the trailhead with no problems and got to see and experience a part of Yellowstone most people don't get to see if they don't venture out. Jimmy was our guide and he was absolutely fantastic! He and I were chatting most of the time but he also was really engaged with my daughters as well. I rode Hoofy, my oldest rode Star, and my youngest rode Trigger. The horses were great! We enjoyed the trail, crossing through water a couple times, resting out by Grizzly Lake, and then heading back to where we started. We got to trot quite a bit too! I would be more than willing to work with Yellowstone Roughriders again. The experience was beyond compare! Thank you so much, Billie, Heather, Jimmy, and team!

    My friends and I did the Evening Riverside Cookout and it was incredible! The horseback ride to the…read moredinner spot had great views and animal sightings (they also offer a wagon ride for people who do not want to horseback ride). The dinner itself was made onsite and was all locally sourced food and tasted better than anything we had eaten on our whole trip. The people that work there are so friendly and welcoming and made this a truly special experience for our last night. I would highly recommend doing the cookout and I'll be doing it again the next time I'm in Yellowstone!

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    Absaroka Beartooth Outfitters - Hellroaring Camp

    Absaroka Beartooth Outfitters

    5.0(2 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    My son and I traveled with ABO in July 2021. We took the weeklong trip to Bullmoose Meadow and…read morefished on Hellroaring Creek. The primary camp is in a designated Wilderness Area: Picture Yellowstone without the roads, trail markers, rangers, vehicles, power lines, crowds. Our team was completely prepared to get us into and out of the woods safely on horseback, and to help us enjoy the backcountry. The scenery was unmatched and the fishing was fantastic. Hellroaring Creek is crowded with Yellowstone cutthroat that get very little pressure and are a blast to fish on dry flies. The growing season is brief at that elevation, so those fish want to eat. The stream is adjacent to camp, so there is no traveling or waiting on fishing days, except for waiting for the mornings to warm up. The water is varied enough to keep anyone entertained, and the fish stay busy. We were very impressed by the comfort and organization in the camps, the beautiful setting, the help on travel days, and the excellent food. We would be excited to travel with Cameron and the crew from ABO again.

    Let me start by saying this is back country camping at it's best. My husband and I had a great…read moretime with Cameron, Patrick and all the gang. Everyone was very helpful, knowledgeable and accommodating. Pat, the cook, made the most delicious meals. Yes the horseback ride is long, but the views are beautiful. Fishing was fantastic. I never caught so many fish. The logistics of setting up this camp is mind blowing. You appreciate it so much more. I would definitely recommend them for a great adventure!!!

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    Hell's A-Roarin' Outfitters

    Hell's A-Roarin' Outfitters

    4.5(31 reviews)
    4.6 mi

    My mother and I recently went to Hell's A-Roarin and we had a blast! When we first walked in the…read moreranch, we were greeted by four friendly dogs. There were also a plethora of horses in their stables and baby horses. The wranglers were hospitable and gave us forms to sign which gave us an overview of what horseback riding rules and safety regulations. As we were guided to our horses, they introduced us to them and told us how to control our horses. At first, I was skeptical because there was no harness involved and I felt that I was gonna fall off. But as we continued riding, I felt much more relaxed and confident in controlling my horse. We were riding in the hills and saw beautiful scenery. It was my very first time riding a horse and I truly loved every bit of it!

    Such a beautiful ride, with such kind and considerate staff and leaders! I stupidly locked my keys…read morein my truck, which I realized I had done after my horseback ride, and the whole team (especially Jay R. and Sue) were so kind and helpful to me whilst they had a million other things to do that day. I will be returning with the whole family and hopefully booking an overnight adventure soon. I like to take horse rides wherever I travel to (if it is accommodating to do so) and this was absolutely one the best experiences I have ever had!! This ranch and experience felt special, careful, and I felt personally cared for. Couldn't recommend more!!

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    Specimen Creek Outfitters - Beautiful horses

    Specimen Creek Outfitters

    4.3(6 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    ONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCES IN MONTANA!!! I cannot recommend this place enough!!! Do not look…read moreanywhere else! Choose this place! Long review below but the highlights: amazing views and scenery, great animals all around, very sweet owner, great pricing, and some autonomy with the horses My group of 3 decided day of that we wanted to go horseback riding. Everywhere we looked or called was booked. One location that we called recommended Specimen Creek. I looked it up online and saw a number to call (or text) for reservations. I gave them a call and spoke with Ralph. He said he had availability that day for the afternoon and said we were booked for three people. He didn't take my name, number, or email so I was a little worried about confirming that we had the reservation. To get to specimen creek, it was going to be a 1.5 hour drive so I didn't want to show up and there be no reservation. We made the drive from Bozeman and showed up 30-ish minutes before our reservation. The last 15 min of the drive was on a dirt road that could be quite uneven at times. I would recommend an SUV but it is manageable with a smaller car. There's enough signage to get where you need to go but pulling up, we realized we pulled up to Ralph's home. This was where we were supposed to be but we were a little nervous at first incase we got the wrong place. Ralph welcomed up and even introduced us to some of his animals. He has animals of all type that just roam the property freely, and these animals want to be there. He has a turkey that was friendly enough to let us pet him and just chilled by Ralph's front porch. We met a mule named Joy that wanted ALL the attention and would make sure you were aware of her presence so she could get some pets. It was wonderful seeing Ralph interact with his animals because you could tell he cared about them and they cared about him. Ralph gave us a very brief education on how to ride (all 3 of us had maybe ridden a horse once every 5-ish years, so we're basically beginners). And then we set off with him in the lead. We rode on Whiskey, Blue, and Sunny and every horse was amazing. They were so calm and comfortable with us. These horses know the trail and what is expected of them so if you're looking to just sit on a horse and go along for a ride, you could get by. But, if you go in wanting to ride, you will get the BEST experience. Our horses walked majority of the trail, however they would occasionally trot and one horse got into a gallop to catch up to the others (after a quick snack break). So yes these horses can manage without any guidance from the riders, but they will let you ride and control them. We booked the 1 hour ride and the trail we took was AMAZING. We walked through creeks that the horses would drink from, we went over a wooden bridge, there were beautiful views of trees and the mountains of Yellowstone national park in the distance, beautiful wild flowers (even in June), and we even saw a deer frolicking through the tall grass. Majority of the trail was shaded and clear except for an occasional branch that was easy to dodge. The trail has plenty to see and enjoy but even the riding itself was enjoyable. Ralph also stopped to get a photo of us all. Ralph was very nice to us and told us a little more about what he does. He runs the place by himself and said he had been doing this his entire life. He looked very comfortable on his horse and around his animals so there was no concern there. Our 1 hour ride ended a little later than 1 hour but we didn't feel rushed by Ralph. Once we were done, we were able to pay for the experience with a card. Everyone on the ride had an absolute BLAST! I have maybe written one or two reviews but I knew I just had to write one for Specimen Creek. I cannot recommend this place enough. The drive was so worth it for the experience. All of us left so happy with the ride and smiles all around. Thank you Ralph for making it such a wonderful experience!

    Soooo, I made reservations for horseback riding for 6 people a month and a half in advance of our…read morefamily reunion at Yellowstone. Two days before our ride, I received a call from Specimen Creek telling me they were canceling our reservation. No explanation was given. Then, as I pressed further, they told me they didn't have enough horses. They also offered no alternatives or other outfitters to call. If I could give them zero stars, I would.

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    The Diamond P Ranch

    The Diamond P Ranch

    4.7(73 reviews)
    34.4 mi

    Wow! We had an incredible experience with the Diamond P ranch. Everyone at the ranch was kind,…read morepatient and so much fun. We took our 2 daughters - 6 & 11 - on a 2 hour ride and it was so much fun. Trevor - our guide- kept them entertained and helped them negotiate the trail with ease. We highly recommend the Diamond P and specifically Trevor. We will definitely be back! Heather K

    I'm leaving this review because I feel people should know about my experience at Diamond P Ranch…read more I told the young woman assisting us that I knew how to ride, although it had been awhile since I had been on a horse. Instead of simply offering guidance when needed, she repeatedly explained things to me that I already knew. At one point, while I was holding the reins, she abruptly yanked them back and said in a very rude tone, "That's not holding them tight!!!" I understand that safety is important when horseback riding, and I have no problem being corrected or given instructions when necessary. What bothered me was the disrespectful way I was spoken to and handled. I came to enjoy a horseback riding experience and expected to be treated courteously. The experience itself could have been enjoyable, but the way I was treated by this employee really took away from it. I hope Diamond P Ranch addresses how customers are spoken to, especially when they are simply trying to enjoy their experience. I will say that John was our guide and he was exceptional !

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    The Diamond P Ranch - Small horse that grown men think it's ok to ride.

    Small horse that grown men think it's ok to ride.

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    Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting

    Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting

    4.8(178 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    You know I have to shout out Rhodes Josie and Josie. Would ride here again. Perfect for a family…read more EnTItY recommends...

    We recently completed a tour with this group. We were are part of the saddle and paddle. Horseback…read moreriding in the morning with lunch in between and rafting 8 miles in the afternoon. Check in and directions were easy and every single person was delightful. Once we made our way up to the horseback riding ranch we were ready to ride. It was fun. However the guides for at the ranch were not very friendly. They did not really give great instructions prior to riding. There were several inexperienced riders who could have benefited from a few extra minutes of support and directions. Another negative was the group of riders was way too large. They should break up the large groups into smaller ones. Our group had over 30ppl. Got separated from my spouse during horse selection. It was chaos. They should consider breaking the groups up into experience and who cam together. Felt bad my spouse was chosen last and I had been on my horse for a good 10 minutes. Overall I would not suggest this portion of the tour unless they committed to making groups smaller and more interactive with guides. They didnt really talk to us or give and local facts or interesting things about the area. Disappointing. The older lady at the ranch also got sparky when I asked if I could take my water with me. Her response "why do you need water it's only a hour ride, jeez just grab a saddle bag I guess. Just rude. Then when getting off the horse she was smacking it in the face while I was still on it. Just not the greatest experience.

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    Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting
    Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting
    Flying Pig Adventures: Yellowstone Whitewater Rafting

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