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Banff Covered Wagon Ride: Panoramic Views with Western Cookout
4.5
144 Ratings
Banff
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:
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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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.
But before digging in, work up an appetite with a few western style games, like lassoing and horse-shoes. The ride is also perfect for youngsters.
A perfect adventure for all ages of the family group and available as a lunch or dinner departure time and meal.
THIS IS A WAGON RIDE ONLY. YOU WILL NOT BE RIDING ON HORSEBACK.
What's Included
- Food and drinks
- A 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
- All guests must arrive 30 minutes prior to their ride time.
- Our establishment is located in a remote backcountry area. Due to our unique location, our kitchen operates with limited resources. We are unable to accommodate requests beyond our set menus.
- Children aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Adults must sign a waiver for all activities, and a waiver must also be completed by the parent or legal guardian of any person under the age of 18 (documentation may be required to confirm the signatory’s authority).
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
4.5
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29camiller_m
Jun 8, 2024
Such a fun night! - Loved the wagon ride. The food was great and we had a wonderful time. The staff was super friendly and organized. All the way around it is a top notch operation and we'd do it again and again.
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Debbiemg5417gk
Jun 8, 2024
Wonderful experience fantastic staff!! - The staff went above and beyond to help my elderly mother who is visually impaired and uses a cane to have a fun, fantastic and safe time! Beautiful horses and of couse scenery, lots of laughs, best steak in town!!
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Douglasso4723ky
Jun 6, 2024
This was a very relaxing adventure! - This was awesome! The staff was very fun and friendly. The ride was very comfortable. The food was great. I would do it again.
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Frances_m
Jun 6, 2024
Great time! - Watching the horses, would have loved to bring them home with us. Everything was really great. The two cowboys with us were wonderful story tellers and just very helpful. The meal was fantastic! Just a very enjoyable time.
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B471dlsamm
Jun 5, 2024
Banff Trail Riders - My wife and I did the 3 hr cowboy cookout ride. You have the option to ride to the cookout site by wagon or horseback. The horseback option is more expense, but so much more fun! Amy and Chloe were our guides and they did an excellent job! Our horses, Beetlejuice and Sailor were great and perfect for the inexperienced rider. Highly recommend.
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Kathy_c
Jun 3, 2024
Best trip - It was a fun ride
Some of us were in the covered wagon and some Rode horses. The staff were very informative and pleasant. The cowboy cookout was amazing. We would definitely recommend this excursion.
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Bodyboarder2
May 29, 2024
Great - Loved the food when arriving there n very nice setting, didn’t see any animals. People were lovely that worked there and akways happy to answer questions
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Kayla_s
May 24, 2024
Great way to end the day - We had such a lovely experience, even in the rain! All the staff were friendly and the dinner was great.
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928ryanc
May 23, 2024
Excellent experience with Banff Trail Riders - We had a great time during the ride. The weather was a bit cold and rainy but the wagon was covered and blankets were provided. We enjoyed the 45 min ride to the campsite and the guides were very friendly and provided conversation. Once at the campsite they provided us with a nice grilled steak cooked to our liking along with baked beans, coleslaw, drinks, and cornbread and cowboy butter. The food was excellent!
Then we headed back after lunch for our 45 min trip back to the stables.
The horses were beautiful, well trained, and well maintained.
I can’t remember the names of the guides but we went on Wednesday May 22nd for the 11:30 ride with my wife and daughter.
The guides did an excellent job and we felt comfortable and safe.
Thanks again!
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Brenda_r
May 20, 2024
Wonderful experience - We had such a great experience at the Banff Riders covered wagon ride with western cookout!!
The knowledgeable guides were fantastic at keeping us informed and entertained and fed us a delicious meal!
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