GREAT RIDING

 

Great riding, good ranch horses, and the glory of moving herds of cattle are the reasons most guests come to Bonanza Creek. There's no head-to-tail, we let you ride to your ability, and we do lots of it. Riding is our main activity with morning and afternoon rides as well as all day rides.

 

We have lots of horses and will match you to the right horse for your riding ability.  We have tried and true horses, and of course those good cow horses that will also give you a thrill at a gallop.  

 

We ask that ALL riders have riding experience, be comfortable on a horse, be capable of controlling your horse and ride at a trot before coming to Bonanza Creek.  You will have a more enjoyable time if you have some saddle time in before you come as we spend long hours on the trail.

 

 

We own approximately 40 guest horses and only have 8 -12 guests a week. This means we have a better chance to pick the right horse for you. That horse will be refreshed and ready for you as he has just had a week of rest.

 

Bonanza Creek focuses on lots of time in the saddle. If you have ridden recently and you are in good physical condition, your time will be more enjoyable.

 

 

Cattle Work

 

Cattle  work is usually done once or twice a week. Moving herds from pasture to pasture, bringing the bulls home, checking for sick or injured cattle or moving the cattle to better grass and water is all great fun.  For cattle work, riders should be proficient enough to ride on their own without a wrangler by their side

 

Experienced riders

                                                                                                     

Come and join us anytime --- but the weeks of June 5, 12, 19, 26, August 21, 28, Sept 4, 11 and 18th are reserved just for you.  Make sure you are comfortable on a horse and can safely canter and gallop in open country. We have lots of well trained horses with plenty of get up and go.

 

Riding in this big country with other good riders who love to ride is such an awesome experience. Come and enjoy the freedom of not just riding on the Voldseth ranch but the vastness of the Lewis and Clark National Forest as well. 

 

 

 

Kids

 

 

Children eight and older are welcome and they so enjoy the wide open spaces and don't even miss all their electronic gadgets. 

If capable they can join the trail rides, or they can have their own wrangler.

 

 

Riding Lessons

 

Lessons are available Monday mornings.  They can help you learn riding skills, the ropes of riding the range,  skills to help eliminate sore muscles or help with skills needed to switch from English riding to Western.  Its a good deal at $35 an hour or $25 an hour if you are in a group of 3 or more.  Let us know ahead of time if possible. 

 

Specialized Riding

 

We offer specialized riding for those families who love to ride but may have a member who needs a little more help -- We have a special team of people for them, and of course one cabin that is handicapped accesible.

 

Adult Only Weeks

Come and enjoy a kid free atmosphere with other experienced adult riders. Lots of riding and lots of fun just for you the weeks of June 5, 12, August 28, Sept  4, 11 & 18th.

Bonanza Creek focuses on lots of time in the saddle. If you have ridden recently and you are in good physical condition, your time will be more enjoyable.

 

Team Penning 

 

For those looking for a little variety and sport in their riding, team penning can't be beat! It will test your skills whether a beginner or an advanced rider.  Who will win ---- the cows or the riders???

 

 

Riding Limitations

 

Everyone must be physically able to mount your horse unassisted.  Weight limit is 225 - 250# depending on height and physical condition.  Pregnant women cannot ride.