It’s been said that the best thing for the inside of a man is the outside of a horse. Here in Buffalo, you can find out just how true that statement really is! Many of our popular out-of-town hiking trails double as amazing horseback riding trails. Whether you’ve got your own cavvy (a group of ranch horses) or would like to take a day ride with an outfitter, we’ve got you covered.
Should you have your own steed and are looking for a beautiful place to ride, you’ll find that and more in and around Buffalo and Kaycee, Wyoming.
This hidden gem winds through 7,900 acres with a stunning canyon up the face to Firebox Park, with trail loops through Rock and Keno Creeks.
Where: Two entrances: 6 miles northwest of town on French Creek Road, 2 miles in on North Sayles Creek
Great For: Horseback Riding, Hiking, Biking and Fishing
Expect: Fewer People, Incredible Views, Gorgeous Canyon Hike up the Face
Popular: Firebox Park, Rock and Keno Creeks
Where: FS Road 20, 13 miles west on Highway 16
Great For: Horseback Riding, Hiking and Fishing
Expect: Heavy Use, Stunning Views, Camping, Horse Trailer Parking, Hitching Racks
Popular: Sherd Lake – 1.8 miles | Rainy Lake – 6 miles | Willow Lake – 8 miles
Follow a long, gradual trail to the historic monument and wreckage of a military bomber that crashed there in 1943 at Bomber Mountain.
Where: FS Road 19, 12 miles west of Buffalo on Highway 16
Great For: Horseback Riding, Hiking and Fishing
Expect: Corral Hosts for Horse and Trail Advice, Camping, Temporary Corrals
Popular: Seven Brothers Lakes – 8 miles | Florence Pass/Bomber Mountain
Elgin Park Trailhead has horse camping amenities and accesses several non-motorized trails excellent for day rides.
Where: From Buffalo, take Hwy 16 west for about 17 miles to Forest System Road (FSR) 22. Turn left onto FSR 22 and turn left onto FSR 460, then left onto FSR 372 and then left onto FSR 397.
Great For: Horseback Riding
Expect: Several Non-motorized Trails for Riding and Hiking
For more maps, locations, gear and tips, reach out to the experts.
Check out the WONDER Map.
For free, personalized fishing information, contact an Outdoor Recreation Pathfinder at wyorec.info/pathfinders
High Plains District Office
1425 Fort Street, Buffalo, WY
307-684-1100
Powder River Ranger District
1415 Fort Street, Buffalo, WY
307-684-7806
The Sports Lure
66 South Main Street, Buffalo Wy
307-684-7682
Even if you have just a few hours, you can experience stunning views and breathtaking vistas on a guided horseback ride. From a couple of hours to half and full-day horseback rides, Buffalo and Kaycee’s outfitters have the know-how and the horses to take you for a ride you’ll not soon forget.
For a listing of outfitters providing horseback experiences, visit the Office of Outdoor Recreation’s WONDER Map
