Estes Park, CO (Sombrero Stables), August 6, 2021 I’ve ridden at Sombrero Stables back in 2014 when I was visiting Colorado for a softball tournament. Back then, there was a delicious steak dinner option where you rode the horses about halfway around the trail up a small mountain. There waiting, was your steak to eat … Continue reading Sombrero Stables, Colorado – August 2021, 1-hour Trail Ride Near Estes Park
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Bear Creek Ranch KOA, Ohio – September 2020, 1-hour Trail Ride Through Rolling Hills Forest
East Sparta, OH (Bear Creek Ranch KOA), September 6th, 2020 Bear Creek Ranch is located 15 minutes south of Canton, OH off Interstate 77. What makes Bear Creek Ranch unique is that it is a KOA Holiday Campground. Long road trips, short weekend camping getaways, and even locals wanting to have a fun horseback riding … Continue reading Bear Creek Ranch KOA, Ohio – September 2020, 1-hour Trail Ride Through Rolling Hills Forest
The Great Sand Dunes – July 2023
I’ve lived in Colorado for almost two and a half years now. I live a reasonable amount of rock skips away from Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and have gotten very used to making last-minute impromptu weekend trips. During one of my meanders through the gift shop in October of 2021, I found the Passport … Continue reading The Great Sand Dunes – July 2023
Camping Essentials to Elevate Your Camping Trip
In this day and age, prepping for camping can feel like two different areas. Camping vs. Glamping. But while I might prefer a cot over the ground, I still like to rough it in a tent, and for some, having a camper, trailer, or RV isn’t even an option! These camping essentials are for casual … Continue reading Camping Essentials to Elevate Your Camping Trip
Bear Basin Ranch, Colorado – July 2023, 2-Hour Trail Ride Through the Wet Mountains
Westcliffe, CO (Bear Basin Ranch), July 2nd, 2023 For the 4th of July weekend, my sister and I wanted to visit the Great Sand Dunes to check another national park off our bucket list. I was able to secure a few nights camping in Alamosa and was able to get a few nights in Cripple … Continue reading Bear Basin Ranch, Colorado – July 2023, 2-Hour Trail Ride Through the Wet Mountains
Overcome the Fear of Falling Off a Horse
Commercial trail riding can seem intimidating at first. Adults might feel general nervousness but for young adults or teenagers, the oversized comparison between themselves and the horse can be a lot to overcome. Horses are the catch-all for cowboys and spanning out to ancient peoples for centuries and for good reason. They have incredible muscles … Continue reading Overcome the Fear of Falling Off a Horse
Scenic Byhorse: Introduction
My name is Lily and I love trail rides! The goal of this blog is to help others find stables, ranches and more where they can enjoy riding a horse and explore places off the beaten path! Learn more about my Scenic Byhorse blog.
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