Vail Stables: A Mountain Horseback Adventure
Explore the Colorado Rockies on horseback with Vail Stables, offering scenic trail rides and unique mountain experiences.
Vail Stables offers a classic Colorado experience with horseback rides through the White River National Forest. Located a mile from Vail Village, it provides stunning mountain views and aspen glades. Enjoy a peaceful escape into the Rockies with gentle horses and knowledgeable guides.
A brief summary to Vail Stables
- 915 Spraddle Creek Rd, Vail, Colorado, 81657, US
- +1855-743-3824
- Visit website
Local tips
- Book your horseback riding tour in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.
- Arrive a bit early to enjoy the goat happy hour before or after your ride.
- Take advantage of the free shuttle service from Vail Transportation Center to avoid parking hassles.
- Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for riding.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning mountain views and wildlife sightings.
Getting There
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Driving
From Vail Village, head east on I-70 and take exit 176 for Vail. At the North Side Round-A-Bout, turn right onto Spraddle Creek Road. Continue one mile up Spraddle Creek Road to Vail Stables. Do not push the button at the gates to Spraddle Creek Estates. Parking is available at the stables. Be prepared for a small, possibly crowded parking lot.
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Public Transport
Take the free Town of Vail bus to the Vail Transportation Center. From there, use the Vail Stables free shuttle, which runs between 11:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Text (970) 445-8204 to summon the shuttle. The shuttle drops you off directly at Vail Stables. The bus system in Vail is free.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
From Vail Village, a taxi or ride-share service (Uber/Lyft) can take you to Vail Stables. The ride is approximately one mile. Expect to pay around $15-$25 for a one-way trip, but confirm the price before you start your ride.
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