Banff Covered Wagon Ride: Panoramic Views with Western Cookout

Step back in time on a Banff Covered Wagon Ride and indulge in a western-style cookout while taking in panoramic views of the Bow River and Sulphur Mountain. Fun for the whole family!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Banff Trail Riders - Stables - First you’ll ride along the Bow River while watching for wildlife and enjoying the spectacular scenery.
    Midway through the ride, you’ll arrive at 3 Mile Cabin to enjoy genuine western hospitality and some tasty comfort food including steak cooked to order, baked potatoes, cowboy baked beans and Caesar salad.
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What's Included
  • Steak dinner or vegetarian dinner
  • 2-hour wagon ride in Banff National Park
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Meal Options
  • BBQ - 8oz AAA steak, homemade baked beans, roasted mini potatoes, fresh baked corn bread, dessert, coleslaw, juice, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate.
Additional Information

Travel back in time on this scenic ride by covered wagon to a hearty western-style cookout meal, enjoying panoramic views of the Bow River and Sulphur Mountain along the way. This family-friendly activity also includes fun post-BBQ activities like roping and horseshoes, plus your choice of morning or evening departure.
Highlights:
• Western cookout…

Location
Banff Trail Riders - Stables
Sundance Road
Find us at the end of Sundance Road in Banff. Check-in at the east barn marked ' Banff Trail Riders Stable' & 'office.' 5 min drive or 20 min walk from downtown with free parking. **ALL GUESTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MIN PRIOR TO THEIR RIDE START TIME. LATE ARRIVALS WILL NOT BE ACCOMMODATED**
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Melissa
May 26, 2025
Great experience. I’d highly recommend. - This was such a wonderful unique experience. The guides were very friendly. The views for the trail ride were spectacular. Food was great as well. Had a fun time learning how to lasso.
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Jacki
May 14, 2025
Banff wagon trail . - Lovely experience . Staff very attentive and has great knowledge of Banff . Food and entertainment was really good very enjoyable evening.
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Steven_m
May 6, 2025
A great way to finish our day. - The steak was amazing, cooked just to your individual liking. The wagon ride was low impact fun, and we had a good time talking to others. The lasso demonstration and try outs were great to watch. It was a great way to finish our day in Banff.
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T1008nxnaomiw
May 4, 2025
Gorgeous views, comical horse, great food & company - OMGosh, this was such an amazing adventure! My husband has an injured knee and this was a perfect way to see the beauty of the backcountry without hiking. The food was delicious: steak cooked perfect and the garlic butter was such a delight! Guides were friendly and knew what they were doing. George and Atlas (the horses) were magnificent and Atlas was comical.
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Tracypy5470lw
May 3, 2025
Great Cowboy Experience in Banff - We had such a great time!! The views were spectacular and the horses were so beautiful! Oliver and Mark were such a pleasure to listen to as they provided so much information that made the trip super special! Thanks for a wonderful time!
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Janetlynnd
Oct 14, 2024
Great wagon ride and BBQ - Fantastic evening riding on a wagon through the forest to a BBQ. The food was amazing and the staff were lovely. It was cold but then it was October. Blankets provided to help but wrap up warm. We had a great evening. Thank you. Wayne and Luke the horses were beautiful and our cowboys were lovely.
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Karen_m
Oct 11, 2024
A beautiful, comfortable ride and delicious dinner! - Highlights were the views, horses and friendly hostesses. Oh, and good food!! 😊 We got to see lots of elk when we got back to the stables.
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Andrew_h
Oct 9, 2024
Entertaining outing - As I was too heavy to ride one of the horses, my wife and I booked this wagon ride instead, and were glad we did. The rides to and from the cabin were pleasant, gentle ambles with the scenic Bow River in attendance. On the way back, we came across a group of elk, which was exciting. At the cabin, the food was excellent. However, I have to especially mention our guides, who were outstanding - the banter between Mike and Anna kept us entertained throughout.
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Mdixon1011
Oct 8, 2024
Wagon Ride - So much fun! Our guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The food and atmosphere was great! We even saw Elk on the way back to the ranch. I highly recommend.
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Cathy_l
Oct 7, 2024
Fabulous experience - It was a lovely experience. The staff were very friendly and especially Ollie who was very informative. Loved it and will definitely recommend.
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From $107
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).