How to Go Horseback Riding in Las Vegas

When Las Vegas is chosen as the destination for your next vacation, you likely have visions of lavish buffets, casino games and the best shows in the world. Consider trying something different on your next Las Vegas vacation and go horseback riding. Las Vegas is in a valley and is surrounded by some absolutely beautiful country. Read on to learn how to go horseback riding in Las Vegas.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Appropriate riding gear--long pants, closed-toe shoes and a hat
• Sun safety gear – sunscreen and sunglasses
• Credit card

1. After making your airline and hotel reservations for your Las Vegas vacation, your next step is to research and choose one of the many horse tour companies to schedule your horseback riding trip. A few of the more well-known companies are Cowboy Trail Rides, Vegas Horseback Tours, Red Rock Ranch and Riding Stables and the Brass Tacks Equestrian Center. Consider asking the hotel concierge for a recommendation at the time you place your hotel reservation.

2. Once you have chosen a stable, contact the company to find out about the various horseback riding tours that they offer. One company, Vegas Horseback Tours, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight rides. If this is a family vacation, it is important to verify that the tour can accommodate your children. Many of the companies will require that children wear a helmet but usually provide the helmet.

3. Once you arrive in Las Vegas, contact your horseback riding tour company and verify that you have arrived and confirm the details of the ride. Many companies provide both pick up and drop off service from your Las Vegas hotel. Make sure that you check the weather for your ride and dress appropriately, as weather in the Las Vegas desert can vary drastically.

4. Upon arrival to the stable, many companies will match each person to a specific horse based on personality. Once you have been paired with your house, you will usually then receive a short riding lesson to get you comfortable with the horse and let the horse learn how you ride. After this warming up period is finished, you and your family will head off into the desert Southwest to see some of the fantastic native fauna and flora.

Tips & Warnings

• If you’ve never been around horses, consider visiting a local petting zoo or farm to make sure that you aren’t allergic to them. Discovering that you’re allergic to horses an hour into a five hour ride makes for an unpleasant trip.

Resources

• Horseback Riding in Las Vegas at Google Maps