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Castle Rock Ranch Trail Rides

Now Scheduling for the 2026 Season

About Us

Castle Rock Ranch is a 100-acre, family-owned regenerative ranch in Northern Idaho. On top of raising premium grass-finished beef, running a summer camp for girls, and hosting weddings and events, we are now offering trail rides! Our lush pasture borders the North Fork of the Coeur D’Alene river, and our property is surrounded by Panhandle National Forest. As you set out on horseback for an adventure, you will be surrounded by beautiful wilderness, yet we are just one hour from Coeur D’Alene and an hour and a half from Spokane. On your ride, you will get to enjoy breathtaking scenery, and learn how we sustainably work with our land.

What We Offer

We currently offer trail rides up our mountain trail, through our pasture, and along the river. The ride itself is two hours long with an additional half hour allotted at the beginning for introductions, waiver signing, and equipment fitting. There will be plenty of gorgeous photo opportunities as you look over the ranch from our forested hillside. You will even get to stop for a break in the shade at the top of the mountain. On the pasture part of the ride, you can partake in an agricultural tour and chat about our cattle, management intensive grazing, and what they love most in life… grass! We take pride in our commitment to managing a healthy pasture and riparian ecosystem and a happy herd of grass-finished cows. We look forward to sharing our passion for this work with you.

Before you book your ride, please note that all riders must be below 250 lbs and over 10 years old. All rides are limited to 4 riders for now but we may be able to take bigger groups further into the summer. For any family members who do not want to ride, we offer free fishing or swimming/lounging on our 1/2 mile stretch of river. For details on what to bring, please review our FAQ page. We can’t wait to see you at the ranch!

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Photo Gallery

A group of seven people on horseback in front of a red barn labeled 'Castle Rock Ranch,' with a forested hillside in the background.
People horseback riding on a dirt trail in a forested mountainous area with evergreen trees and a valley below.
Four children riding horses on a grassy field with a white fence and dense trees in the background under a blue sky.
Five people riding horses in a grassy field with a dense forest of evergreen trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
Group of people riding horses along a rural road bordered by trees and mountains under a clear blue sky.
Four people riding horses on a grassy field surrounded by trees and forested hills under a clear sky.
A woman riding a brown horse through a shallow river surrounded by green trees.
A girl with a helmet riding a brown horse in a grassy field with a backdrop of a forested mountain and farm buildings in the distance.
Photo taken from the perspective of a rider on a horse, showing the horse's head and mane with a scenic view of a green valley, trees, mountains, and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
Seven young women riding horses in an open grassy field surrounded by trees and hills, holding hands and smiling.
Close-up of a horse's head with a brown mane, overlooking a farm with small buildings, green gardens, tents, and a fence, surrounded by trees and mountains.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • If you are under the age of 18, a helmet is required. If you are over 18, we still recommend wearing a helmet for your safety. Some helmets are available to borrow, but you are welcome to bring your own.

  • Please wear sturdy close-toed shoes. Boots with a heel are ideal for safety purposes. Some boots are available to borrow, but we cannot guarantee that there will be a pair in your size. If you have your own helmet, please bring it along. We also suggest that you wear long pants for your comfort in the saddle.

  • We cannot accommodate riders above 250 lbs.

  • Yes! If we are available. Please call us if you would like to book a ride less than 24 hours in advance and if you’re interested in a particular date that is currently unavailable on our calendar.

  • We are happy to offer weekday rides upon request in June, August and September. If you would like to book a ride on a weekday, or a day that is unavailable on our booking calendar, please call us.

  • If you have riding experience and would like to discuss a different experience than our currently offered ride, please contact us.

Contact Us

Questions about Trail Rides? Send us a message.