The Capitol Reef National Park ride is featured in Equitrekking Utah on PBS.

Enjoy multi-day camping and inn to inn rides through some of Utah’s most stunning national parks and areas for viewing wildlife and wild horses--- like Capital Reef National Park, a land roamed and settled by ancient native Americans, Mormon pioneers and famous outlaws like Butch Cassidy. 

These trail riding vacations focus on scenic and distinctive land formations in the middle section of the Colorado Plateau, the last explored region of the continental United States, bound by the south side of the Grand Canyon. A Navajo Indian legend describes the area as, “the land of the sleeping rainbow”. To trail ride this terrain and take in the panoramas of the “sleeping rainbows” breaking from the lush alpine plateaus looming high above is indisputably the opportunity of a lifetime, especially with these great backcountry outfitters.

Sensitive to the fragile environment, your guide implements low-impact camping techniques, small group sizes, well-maintained equipment, and top-notch horses to make each eco tour a green travel experience.

You will have access to rugged and scenic horseback riding parks of immense scale, with an unencumbered and comfortable ambiance where you can relax, refresh, and rejuvenate prior to your next day’s adventure. As an owner operated facility, guests receive personal attention and service while exploring the backcountry of the Colorado Plateau.

On this riding vacation, choose to camp out at a deluxe basecamp or stay in comfort at night on an inn-to-inn adventure. Experienced riders will get all the pace and challenges they desire, and to give inexperienced riders all the instruction and patience they need. Time and logistics permitting, you may be divided into two groups riding to separate destinations or scenic features. Non-riding companions are welcome on all trips.

Activities

Ecotourism, Eco tour, Inn-to-Inn Riding, Hiking, Trail Riding, Fly-fishing, Hiking and Rafting

Accommodations

First night lodging in Torrey, Utah at the Capitol Reef Inn followed by four nights at a deluxe basecamp deep in the backcountry; complete outfitting for horse pack trips, including all meals from lunch on day two through lunch on day six.

Food

The menus consist of fresh food featuring organically raised beef. Appetizers, salads, and a starch make vegetarian meals easy to accommodate. Vegan diets are more of a challenge, but gluten sensitivities can be worked out with prior notification. Meals are included in the price, starting with lunch on the 2nd day through lunch on the departure day.

Drinks

Beer and wine are accepted and welcome but not provided.  With advance notice, wine or spirits for guests can be delivered. You may purchase beer and wine with meals in Utah. A corkage fee at restaurants is applied if you bring spirits purchased in Utah.  No out of state liquor is allowed in restaurants.

Area Attractions

There are four National parks in the area, museums, and a highway designated as one of the top 10 scenic highways in the U.S.  Variety in terrain is the primary attraction to the area, along with ideal temperatures throughout the season. Fly-fishing, hiking and rafting, are area favorites.