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Sleigh Rides & Dog Sleds
Sleigh Rides & Sled Dog Adventures
Sleigh rides and sled dog tours are unforgettable adventures. With flurries falling from frozen clouds, like a scene from beloved holiday movies “The Santa Claus” starring Tim Allen or “Sled Dogs” starring Cuba Gooding Jr., create a lasting memory with a winter sleigh ride or sled dog tour. One trip with these well-trained animals will turn your heart to mush.
BUCKAROOS
(720) 231-5424 www.buckaroosrides.com
Experience a fun family adventure or romance in the Rockies in Pagosa Springs. Every venture starts with a meet-andgreet with the driver and draft horses. Sip warm beverages on the ride through the valley near the scenic San Juan Mountains and San Juan River. Public rides start at $45 for adults and $30 for children ages 3-12. Free for children under 3. Private group tours available for up to six people for $270.
BUCK’S LIVERY
(970) 335-2110 • www.buckslivery.com
Buck’s Livery operates horsedrawn sleigh rides in the San Juan National Forest near Purgatory Resort. Beautiful Belgian and Percheron draft horses pull sleighs of up to 10 people for a breathtaking 35-minute ride across the snow-covered landscape. Sleigh rides available daily from 2-5 p.m.. The cost is $50 for adults and $40 for children 12 and under. Reservations are required.
DURANGO DOG RANCH
(970) 259-0694 www.durangodogranch.com
In operation since 1996, Durango Dog Ranch in Hesperus runs highend dog-sled adventures for people of all ages. These 2-hour tours begin at one of three locations: the ranch in Hesperus, trails in Mancos or at Molas Pass, and they place the participant in the driver’s seat. The cost is $375 per sled, which includes a mushing lesson before the trip. Guests must book a reservation online or over the phone at least 12 hours in advance.
MOUNTAIN PAWS
(970) 819-5022 www.mountainpawsdogsledding.com
Take a customized winter tour along scenic trails in the San Juan Mountains led by a team of Alaskan huskies. Ride with an
expert or drive your own team of dogs on this 2-hour tour through the backcountry near Pagosa Springs. Sled adventures cost $195 for adults, $120 for children under 80 pounds and $45 for children under 2-yearsold. Warm up with hot drinks and homemade snacks. Schedule a reservation over the phone or online today at least 24 hours in advance.
RIMROCK OUTFITTERS
(970) 533-7588 www.rimrockoutfitters.com
During the holiday season, Rimrock Outfitters offers sleigh rides near Mesa Verde through pine trees and open meadows. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the snowy La Plata Mountains during this true western experience. Sleighs hold up to eight adults. The cost to ride is $45 per person, with a $180 minimum. Children ages 5 and under ride for free. Schedule is weather dependent. Please call to make a reservation.
SAN JUAN SKY OUTFITTERS
(970) 259-8590 www.sanjuanskyoutfitters.com (970) 247-4431 www.strater.com
San Juan Sky Outfitters operates horse-drawn open sleigh rides — on modified wheels, not runners — departing from the historic Strater Hotel down Main Avenue on Friday and Saturday evenings and holidays in the winter, or by appointment.
TELLURIDE SLEIGHS & WAGONS
(833) 753-4447 www.telluridesleighs.com Telluride Sleighs and Wagons will offer private dinner sleigh rides twice a night on the historic Aldasoro Ranch, which was established in the early 1920s. Draft horses whisk guests away to a heated tent, where they can enjoy appetizers, cocktails and dinner at an authentic sheep camp. This 3-hour experience costs $1,350 for the first six guests. See costs for additional guests and make a reservation online.
WINTERMOON SLED DOG ADVENTURES
(970) 729-0058 www.telluridedogsledding.com
Take a half-day or full-day tour through the Telluride backcountry in the San Juan and Uncompahgre National Forests, while being pulled by a team of Alaskan huskies. Learn more about the sport of mushing and the equipment used to race through the snow during this adventure. Call to make reservations.
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