the Best View in the World is looking between a horses ears

Horseback riding is a fun and relaxing experience you can do with friends and family.  Join us for a scenic trail ride through Buffalo Bill's Scouts Rest Ranch and along the North Platte River. During the ride there are a variety of native grasses, flowers, and trees to be enjoyed, as well as different species of birds including bald eagles, hawks, ducks, geese, gulls, red-winged black birds, and great blue heron. Other wildlife that may be seen includes deer, foxes, racoons, rabbits, and more.

We offer two options for riders:
- A short 10-minute pony ride for $10/person* for kids ages 3-5 years old, or
- A long trail ride - approximately 3 miles (1-hr) - for $26/person* for ages 6+
For groups of 5 people or more we offer a special rate of $21/person*
*plus a small online booking fee

This is a walking trail ride suitable for both inexperienced and experienced riders, ages 6 and older.

Our petting zoo is also available to be visited before and after your ride and may be enjoyed by all riding participants at no additional charge. For anyone not participating in a horseback ride the petting zoo may be enjoyed for only $5/person. Ages 2 and under are free.

We welcome large groups for birthday parties, reunions, company excursions, etc. For parties larger than 18, please call us at 308-530-0048 to book your trail ride.

Important Information:

Please check in at Dusty Trails, 2717 N. Buffalo Bill Ave, North Platte, at least 5 minutes prior to your ride time. The horseback ride will begin promptly at the scheduled time.

• Long pants and closed toed shoes are recommended, but not required.

• We ride in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately for the weather.

• All participants are required to listen to and follow directions given by the wranglers, regardless of previous riding experience.

• Mounting blocks are available and will be used at the wranglers' discretion.

• If anyone in your party has any physical/mental limitations we should know about, please let us know when booking as well as when you check in for your ride.

• A valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required for all vehicles on the premises. These may be purchased when checking in for your trail ride or may be purchased online at Nebraska Game & Parks Commission | Explore Nebraska Today (outdoornebraska.gov).

Cancellation Notes:

Reservations may be canceled up to one week prior to your scheduled appointment and will be refunded (minus a 10% booking fee).
Cancellations less than one week prior to your scheduled appointment are non-refundable.
If you need to reschedule your ride or adjust the number of participants, please contact us at 308-530-0048.
If we cancel your ride for any reason, you will be fully refunded.

For information on private rides please call for details and pricing.

To schedule a ride, please click the button below. If you have any questions, please contact us at 308-530-0048. For large groups (19+ people) please call to schedule.