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What to Bring

Steamboat Springs FAQs

Summer Activities

β˜€οΈ Summer Horseback Ride – What to Know Before You Go

🐎 What to Bring for Your Ride

To keep you safe and comfortable on the trail, we recommend bringing:

  • Long pants

  • Close-toed shoes – boots with a heel preferred

  • Sunscreen

  • Sunglasses

  • Cell phone

  • Camera

  • Light jacket or sweatshirt – mountain weather can change fast!


🚫 What Not to Bring

For your safety and comfort, please leave these items behind:

  • Backpacks

  • Fanny packs

  • Camelbacks

  • Extendable camera holders (like selfie sticks)


🀠 We’ve Got You Covered

We’ll provide a pommel or horn bag so you can take along your essentials.

Pro Tip: Out here in the Rockies, less is best. Leave the valuables at home and keep things simple in the saddle.

Winter Activities

❄️ Winter Horseback Rides & Activities – What to Know Before You Go

πŸ§₯ General Tips for Winter Activities

Colorado winters are beautiful β€” but brisk! Please dress appropriately for cold and snowy outdoor conditions. Even when it’s chilly, that mountain sun can still pack a punch, so don’t forget your sunscreen!


πŸ›· Tubing

To stay warm and safe on the hill, we recommend:

  • Goggles

  • Ski helmet

  • Face mask or balaclava

  • Warm gloves

  • Snow clothes (ski pants and jacket)

  • Snow boots


πŸ”οΈ Snowmobiling

We provide helmets and a small selection of snow gear. Please come dressed in:

  • Goggles

  • Face mask or balaclava

  • Snow clothes

  • Warm boots

  • Warm gloves


🐴 Winter Horseback Riding

Riding in the snow is a one-of-a-kind Colorado experience! Be sure to come layered and ready for the cold:

  • Layered clothing

  • Long underwear under pants (recommended, but may not be enough on its own)

  • Warm boots

  • Warm gloves

  • Sunglasses or goggles (that winter sun reflects off the snow!)

  • Helmet – We recommend a ski helmet for warmth. Riding helmets are available, but not insulated.

All Activities

Please print, sign, and return the Activity Waiver.

iconDon’t forget your camera! All of our activities offer amazing photo opportunities. #saddleback_ranch