Hell's A-Roarin' Ranch · above Gardiner
Trail rides in the high country above Yellowstone with our partner ranch, from a one-hour ride to a sunset cowboy cookout. Riders 7 and up, and no experience needed.
Most riders choose this
Want to ride a horse and raft the Yellowstone? The Paddle & Saddle Express does both in about 4½ hours, with time left for the park.
A one-hour trail ride at the ranch, then the 8-Mile Raft Trip from our shop. Morning or afternoon.
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Free cancellation up to 48 hours before. Not bookable on the day.
Why ride and raft?
Trail rides
Gentle trail rides with a wrangler, nose to tail, overlooking Yellowstone. Prices are per rider, all-in.
An hour in the saddle above Yellowstone. The ride most guests choose.
✓ Fits your crew
$167.50per rider, all-in
Your family: $167.50 all-in
Ride + raft instead? The Paddle & Saddle Express adds the 8-Mile Raft Trip after a one-hour ride.
A longer ride through the high country, with time to take in the views.
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$250.00per rider, all-in
Your family: $250.00 all-in
Ride + raft instead? The Paddle & Saddle Express adds the 8-Mile Raft Trip after a one-hour ride.
Evenings at the ranch
A Big Sky sunset, a one-hour ride and sizzling steaks with one of the best ranching families around, at 7,500 feet with views over the valley.
A one-hour scenic ride, then dinner at the ranch: steak and chicken on the grill, jacket potatoes, corn on the cob, salad, hot biscuits and homemade dessert (sample menu).
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$277.50per adult · child $250.00, all-in
Your family: $277.50 all-in
Not riding? Come up for the steak dinner buffet, the campfire and the views.
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$57.50per adult · child $46.50, all-in
Your family: $57.50 all-in
Raft by day, ride at sunset: the 3:15 8-Mile finishes around 5:15, in time to drive up for the 6:00 ride.
Our ranch partner
The Johnson family has been living and working their alpine ranch since the 1930s. Ride with views of Mammoth Hot Springs, the Yellowstone River and 11,000-foot Electric Peak.
Rider reviews
“My son (10) and I did a 1 hour horseback riding/8 mile water rafting experience. The horse back riding was just beautiful…”
“Horseback riding and Rafting were both amazing. The views at Hells a roaring were great. The Ranchers up at Hell's were all super nice and a pleasure to talk to.”
“We took the paddle and saddle package… The staff were very knowledgeable and safety conscious. We saw a herd of elk while riding.”
Good to know
No. These are trail rides, nose to tail with a wrangler: you won't be cantering or running. Most of our riders are beginners.
At least 7. Cookout dinner-only guests can be any age, and kids under 5 eat free.
Yes. It's about 20 to 30 minutes up a gravel mountain road. Most cars and SUVs are fine at 15 to 25 mph; large RVs, travel trailers and motorcycles are not.
Long pants and closed-toe shoes. Each horse has a small saddle bag for a camera, a water bottle and a light jacket.
Rides run rain or shine unless the trails are unsafe, so bring rain gear if the forecast calls for it.
Yes, that's our favorite way to do it. The Paddle & Saddle Express pairs a one-hour ride with the 8-Mile Raft Trip in about 4½ hours.
We can accommodate vegetarians on request. You're welcome to bring your own beer or wine.
A longer ride in the high country, lunch in Gardiner, then the 8-Mile in the afternoon.
✓ Fits your crew
From $342.40per adult, all-in
Your family: $342.40 all-in
An evening ride, a cowboy cookout and a night at the ranch. Call us and we will set it up.
Call or text 406-848-7510
A night at the ranch with two rides and a cowboy cookout, then the Overnight Raft Trip.
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From $951.50per adult, all-in
Your family: $951.50 all-in
The owners answer the phone. Call 406-848-7510 and we'll help you pick the right ride.
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