Morning Raft; Afternoon Ride

horseback riding in glacier national park, flathead river rafting

Experience Horseback Riding in Glacier National Park

These trips exemplify the Montana experience!  For the perfect adventure, blend the rugged beauty of horseback riding in Glacier National Park with a pristine river trip on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River for the perfect adventure.

The rafting portion of the trip departs from Glacier Raft Company in the Village of West Glacier. The trip ends at the bridge in West Glacier where you will regain your land legs during a short walk back to our office, your car, dry clothes, and a chance to purchase trip photos and souvenirs! Once you’ve gathered your belongings, you can eat lunch on your own at one of the local diners in West Glacier before heading over for the horseback riding portion of your day. The horseback ride departs from Swan Mountain Outfitters corral in West Glacier (based on availability) just outside the west entrance to Glacier National Park.

Departs Raft: 10:00am (Whitewater or Scenic)
Horseback: 3:30pm (2:45pm Check-In)
Trip Length Raft: 2 – 3.5 hours (depending on the month)
Horseback: 2 hours
Departure Dates May 15 – September 15
River Rating Class II-III (class II-III in June and early July, when the whitewater is at its peak; by late July the rapids have moderated to fun-filled class II)
River Miles 8
Age Limit Horseback Ride: 7+
Rafting: 8-10 in June, 6-7 in July, 4-5 in August (dependent on water conditions)
Rates Adult: $125
Youth (12 & under): $109
*Prices do not include 7% service fee or guide gratuity
*Lunch not included
Waiver Download Waiver Here
*Save time at Check-In by bringing your waiver
Weight Limit 250 pounds for horseback ride
What To Bring Water
Sunglasses
Wear sunscreen and bug spray
Inhalers, EpiPen, etc.
Camera (for pictures before the ride)
Dress in layers (including rain gear)
Note: pommel bags big enough for a water bottle are provided
Limitations and Restrictions for Horseback Riding: No children under the age of 7
No riders under 48″ tall
No riders over 250 lbs
Riders must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. No sandals!
NO cameras (digital, video or other) may be used while riding. Cell phones, backpacks, fanny packs, weapons, bear spray, alcohol, smoking are not permitted