Montana Wilderness Horseback Riding

Difficulty

Easy

Comfort

Basic

Weight limit

Experience the raw beauty and untamed spirit of the Great Bear Wilderness on a guided horseback pack trip with us! From June to August, we take on unforgettable journeys through this vast and breathtaking landscape, offering a unique opportunity to connect with nature and create lasting memories.

Roving camp experience, tailored full-service adventures, private group trips, flexible duration- discover the heart of Montana, let us help you plan your dream journey in the Great Bear Wilderness! We can assist with all your pre-trip planning needs and ensure a smooth return to Base Camp.

Ready for your wilderness escape? Let`s embark on a journey of a lifetime together!

Chance O. is the provider and guide of this trip

5.0 3 reviews

The provider speaks: English

Born and raised in Montana. My work is what makes me happy. I have worked for this company since I was a young boy, now I am managing it. Our guides are trained in First Aid and CPR, we have great horses and match their personalities with our clients. Clients can be advanced riders or first timers, we have a horse for everyone. We own our horses, they are not rented from a large company.

Tour highlights

Soak in the Serenity of the Wilderness

We set up camp at a variety of stunning locations along rivers, creeks, and lakes, giving you a chance to explore diverse landscapes and soak in the serenity of the wilderness

Embark on a Full-Service Adventure

We handle all the logistics, providing experienced and friendly guides, comfortable tents, cots, delicious food, your trusty steed, a clean outhouse, filtered water, and memories to treasure forever

Gain Roving Camp Experience

Whether you are eager to fish, hike, ride, or simply relax by the campfire, we tailor our trips to your interests and group dynamics

Route details

Choose how you want to discover the beauty of Montana landscapes, get ready at out camp site and go hit the road!

Depart from the Base Camp and devote a day exploring pristine area encompassing thousands of acres centered along the Middle Fork of the Flathead River in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.

By the evening return to the Base Camp, sit around the campfire and exchange impressions of your wilderness adventure.

Difficulty

Easy

Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age

Tour provider's comments

The trip can be tailored for all abilities (beginners/ intermediate riders/ experienced riders). The only limiting factor is age and physical condition.

Horse Breed: Western horse

Tack Type: Western

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Tent

2 nights

Our pack trips depart from and return to Base Camp.

These are fully outfitted adventures – tents with cots, great food, a new best friend (your horse!), open air outhouse, filtered water will be provided! We can also provide a sleeping bag and pad if needed, if so make sure you let us know.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Montana, Flathead County, Kalispell City

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Tour conditions

Included

3 or more riding days;
2 or more nights accommodation;
meals;
professional guides;
well-trained horses;
tack;
tents with cots;
open air outhouse;
filtered water;
sleeping bag and pad if needed.

Extras

international flights to and from the US;
transfer to and from airport;
travel insurance (we encourage clients to obtain relevant travel insurance before visiting the US);
tips, personal expenses and gratuities;
lodging pre and post trip;
personal items;
alcoholic beverages (you can bring your own);
fishing license (in case you`d like to go fishing).

Group size

up to 10 tourists

Duration

3 days

2 nights

It's important to know

Mountain weather can be unpredictable; expect anything from clear sunny days to thunderstorms. Clear days can be very warm 70 to 98 F, nights much cooler 26 to 40 F.

Each guest should have their gear in a small size duffle bag (waterproof is great). Bring only your basic needs. We would like guests to set a goal of 30lbs of gear per person.

GEAR LIST:

Boots - Rubber soled, with only a slight heel, heeled hiking boots work great. A waterproof type is best for June and early July trips. **Note, new leather soled cowboy boots and the Wilderness are not a good combination**;
Camp shoes;
Socks - one pair of wool, just in case;
Underwear;
Long underwear - one light pair;
Jeans;
Shorts - one or two;
Sweat suit;
Long sleeved shirt - one warm;
T-shirts;
Cap or hat;
Rain gear.

VERY IMPORTANT:

Jacket - medium weight;
Gloves - one pair light weight leather or cotton - rubber dish gloves are great to have for rain;
Sleeping bag - light weight and compact good to 20 degrees;
Sleeping pad - ThermaRest brand are great;
Personal toiletries, outdoor friendly soap;
Bathing towel;
Medications;
Water bottle.

SUGGESTED EXTRAS:

Flashlight;
Camera;
Small first aid kit, common medications (aspirin, etc.);
Binoculars;
Fishing gear (Montana fishing license is required);
Alcoholic beverages;
Insect repellent;
Sunscreen;
Pop or alcoholic beverages.

Tour reviews

5.0

Based on 3 reviews

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Carl Zeiss Sports Optics

9 Aug, 2023

about tour

The efficiency and organization of your wilderness camp to include your guides and cook proved to be amazing. The opportunities for game and the challenges of the Bob Marshall and Great Bear Wilderness are something that everyone in camp will remember for a lifetime.

9 Aug, 2023
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Cristi

19 Jul, 2023

about tour

Loved our trail ride outside of Essex MT! The experience was so fun and we all wanted to continue. The crew, horses and scenery were grade A+!! Thanks for a great time.

19 Jul, 2023
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Amy

23 Jun, 2023

about tour

Just did a 3 day pack trip and then rented their cabin for 5 days. The pack trip was great. Chance was professional and did a great job meeting the needs of our group. We were a mix of riders and fishermen and we all got time to do what we love. The food, gear and stock were great.

23 Jun, 2023