Las Vegas Horseback Ride & Ranch Breakfast with Pickup

Summary

Early ranch trails, cowboy breakfast and wild desert air

You’ll swap neon lights for desert sunrise as you ride gentle horses along old outlaw trails near Las Vegas, guided by local wranglers. Afterward, dig into a proper cowboy breakfast at a working ranch—think pancakes, eggs, and strong coffee—before heading back to your hotel with dust on your boots and maybe something new in your chest.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit it — I was half convinced the “cowboy breakfast” would just be eggs on a paper plate somewhere off the highway. But then the van left the Strip behind, and suddenly we were out in Moapa, where the air actually smells like sagebrush and horses instead of…well, Vegas. Our wrangler, Joe, had that kind of sunburned face you only get from years outside. He matched me up with a horse called Butterbean (yes, really) and gave me a quick rundown that made even my city-brain relax. I hadn’t been on a horse since I was twelve — turns out they remember more than you do.

The trail itself is single file, which means there’s time to just listen: hooves crunching dry earth, wind rattling through mesquite branches. At one point Joe pointed out some bighorn sheep way up on the rocks — I squinted for ages before finally spotting them. The quiet out here is almost weird if you’re used to slot machines humming all night. You can see for miles: jagged mountains in one direction, open desert in the other. My hands smelled like leather reins for hours after (not complaining). Oh — and don’t expect to gallop off into the sunset; it’s all about slow riding and looking around.

After about an hour and a half we looped back to the ranch for breakfast. Real pancakes (crispy edges!), hash browns that tasted faintly smoky from the grill, bacon or sausage or ham — plus coffee so strong it could probably wake up someone back on Fremont Street. There were cattle grazing nearby and a couple of horses nosing around for scraps. Someone tried to ask for ketchup and got a laugh from one of the cooks — apparently “real cowboys use hot sauce.” I still think about that view from the picnic tables: sun coming up over dusty hills, everyone quietly chewing like we’d all just joined some secret club.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Morning horseback ride and breakfast

• Pickup from Las Vegas Strip hotel
• Drive 45 minutes to Moapa horse ranch
• Meet wranglers and get matched with horse
• Prepare horses for trail ride
• Ride 1.5 hours on outlaw trails
• Observe wildlife and scenic views
• Enjoy western-style breakfast
• Return to Las Vegas hotel

Top questions

How long is the horseback ride from Las Vegas?

The horseback ride lasts approximately 1.5 hours after arriving at the ranch near Moapa.

Is breakfast included in this Las Vegas horseback tour?

Yes, an authentic western-style breakfast is included after your trail ride.

Are hotel pickups available for this morning horseback ride?

Yes, pickup and drop-off are provided from select Las Vegas Strip hotels.

Do I need horseback riding experience?

No previous experience is needed; friendly wranglers match you with suitable horses for all levels.

What should I wear for this horseback tour?

You must wear closed-toe shoes; long pants are recommended for comfort during the ride.

Are vegetarian meals available at breakfast?

Yes, vegetarian options are available if requested during booking.

Is there an age limit for riders?

The minimum age is 6 years old; children 12 and under must wear helmets.

Can pregnant women join this horseback tour?

No, pregnant women are not permitted to participate in this activity.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas Strip hotels, a gentle horseback trail ride led by professional wranglers through desert scenery near Moapa, helmets available if needed, plus a hearty cowboy-style breakfast with vegetarian options upon request before returning to Las Vegas with plenty of daylight left.