Horseback riding is fun for all ages.
The Black Hills of South Dakota are home to many national parks, waterfalls, historic sites, wildlife and an array of activities. Some activities in these mountains include hiking, biking, picnicking and horseback riding. A few horseback opportunities are offered in the Black Hills of South Dakota for guests looking for an exciting and fulfilling adventure.
Dakota Badlands Outfitters at Palmer Gulch Stables
The Dakota Badlands Outfitters offers a variety of rides including a breakfast ride, a dinner ride and a horseback ride in the Black Hills. The Elkhorn trail ride was created in 2008 and travels through the Black Hills National Forest. The ride is an hour and a half long, and guests must be at least 6 years of age to ride. As of July 2010, adult riders are $40 and children ages 6 through 12 are $35. Breakfast and dinner rides are done on a horse-drawn covered wagon. For a list of times and availability, guests should call or visit the website.
Dakota Badlands Outfitters at Palmer Gulch Stables
12620 Highway 244
Hill City, SD 57745
605-574-3412
ridesouthdakota.com
Rockin R Rides
The Rockin R Rides features horseback trail rides, wagon rides and overnight stays. The rides range from one hour to a half a day. These rides take place seven days a week starting Memorial Day weekend and last through September. Horseback rides travel through the Black Hills, the mining area of Buckhorn Range and a view of the Crazy Horse Memorial on the half-a-day rides. As of July 2010, adult rides range from $24 to $200 (overnight) and children (ages 12 and under) range from $22 to $190 (overnight).
Rockin R Rides
24853 Village Ave.
Custer, SD 57730
605-673-2999
rockingrtrailrides.com
Blue Bell Stables at Custer State Park Resort
The Blue Bell Stables at Custer State Park Resort offers one hour, two hour, half-day and full-day trail rides. These horse rides take place through the Black Hills in Custer State Park. This is the only licensed horseback riding available in the Custer State Park. The half-day and full-day trail rides include a lunch; however, reservations are required. One- and two-hour horseback rides do not require reservations, but having a reservation is required for a guaranteed ride. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability. Children under the age of 4 are not allowed to ride. As of July 2010, adults will pay $30 to $195 and children (under the age of 12) are $25 to $195 for horseback riding tours.
Blue Bell Lodge at Custer State Park Resort
13389 U.S. Highway 16A
Custer, SD 57730
605-255-4772
custerresorts.com
Tags: Black Hills, Custer State, Custer State Park, State Park, Badlands Outfitters
