Closed for the Season – Opening Again May 2025
Medora Trail Rides
Saddle up for real western fun
Experience the Badlands the way Theodore Roosevelt would have in 1883! Our friendly trail guides will take you on a Badlands adventure along buttes and canyons that are sure to create unforgettable memories.
Rides depart from the stables on the eastern edge of Medora.
TICKET INFORMATION
May 25 – September 29
Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
1 Hour
$52.95 + taxes & fees
2 Hours
$99.95 + taxes & fees
Ride Times
Ride availability varies through the season. Check available times on your travel dates.
10:00am | 2-hour ride
1:00pm | 1-hour ride
2:30pm | 2-hour ride
5:00pm | 1-hour ride
10:00am | 2-hour ride
11:00pm | 1-hour ride
1:00pm | 2-hour ride
Physical Requirements
For the safety of the horses, a 250 LB weight limit is enforced
Riders must be able to mount and dismount with minimal assistance.
Riders must be 7 years of age or older.
Riders 12 years of age or younger must wear a stables-provided helmet.
Riders must be at least 45 inches tall.
Medora's 4 Legged Stars
See these horses and more at the Riding Stables and the Medora Musical!
Frodo
Small but mighty, he’s often braver than his larger friends
Dutifully carries children down trails!
Mufasa
Super trusty horse during the day
Is completely and utterly terrified of the Medora Musical’s elk
Blitzen
Tall, dark, and handsome
Is so trusty he has taken blind guests down the trail!
Monty
Loves popcorn from the Medora Musical concessions.
Stars in the Medora Musical, often taking featured rolls
Steel
A veteran of the Medora Musical – Steel has starred in more shows than any other cast member.
Loves chasing the Musical’s elk
Hugo
A tall boy – Hugo is half Clydesdale
The slowest horse on the trails, but the fastest horse in the Musical
Gideon
Whinnies at a higher pitch than any Burning Hills Singer.
A new member of the Medora Musical cast
Jack
Steady on the trails, but very opinionated at the show
A new member of the Medora Musical cast
Clint
Loves food from the Medora Musical concessions.
Steadiest horse on the trails, and he’s great with kids.
Tito
The youngest star at the Medora Musical – he’s just 5 years old
Tito is very sweet but a little timid
LITTLE PICTURES. BIG MOMENTS.
Medora Trail Rides are owned and operated by
For over 50 years, we’ve believed Medora is a special place. It’s our mission to preserve this place for generations and to connect people to Medora for positive, life-changing experiences. Learn more and give at foundation.medora.com.
