Las Vegas: Horseback Ride with Cowboy Breakfast or BBQ

Swap neon lights for wild trails on a Las Vegas horseback ride

You’ll swap city chaos for desert calm on this Las Vegas horseback riding tour, led by real wranglers who know their horses (and stories). Ride gentle trails past Joshua trees and wildlife, then share a cowboy breakfast or BBQ dinner under open skies. You might not expect to leave feeling lighter — but you probably will.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided horseback ride with meal

• Pickup from Las Vegas Strip hotels
• Drive to Southern Nevada desert
• Meet wranglers and get horse
• Ride historic Wild West trails
• Spot local wildlife on trail
• Enjoy breakfast or Western BBQ

The Experience

I’ll be honest, I signed up for this Las Vegas horseback riding tour half out of curiosity, half because I just needed a break from all that casino noise. It’s weird how quiet the desert gets just half an hour out of town — like someone turned down the volume on everything except the soft clop of hooves and the wind rattling through Joshua trees. Our guide, Mike, had this slow way of talking that made me feel like we had all morning. He handed me the reins and said my horse was called Daisy — she looked at me like she’d seen it all before. Maybe she had.

The sun was barely up when we started, so there was that chilly bite in the air and this faint smell of sagebrush everywhere. I kept squinting at these distant mountains while Mike pointed out jackrabbits darting between rocks (I missed every single one). There was this moment where we stopped and nobody said anything — just horses breathing, a coyote yipping somewhere far off. I didn’t expect to feel so calm out here; guess that’s what happens when you trade slot machines for open sky.

After about an hour and a half, my legs were sore but in a good way — like I’d actually done something different with my morning. Breakfast was simple: eggs cooked over fire, coffee strong enough to wake anyone up (even if you’d been out late on Fremont Street). Mike told us stories about old ranchers and how wranglers still know every inch of these trails. If you’re more into sunsets than sunrises, they do a dinner version too — apparently there’s BBQ and sometimes someone brings a guitar. I might try that next time.

Top questions

How long is the Las Vegas horseback riding tour?

The horseback ride lasts approximately 1.5 hours, plus time for your meal before or after.

Is hotel pickup included in the tour?

Yes, round-trip hotel pickup from select Las Vegas Strip hotels is included.

What meals are offered on the horseback riding tour?

You can choose between an authentic cowboy breakfast after sunrise rides or a classic Western BBQ dinner after sunset rides.

Are vegetarian options available?

Yes, vegetarian meals are available if requested during booking.

Can beginners join this Las Vegas horseback ride?

Yes, the ride is suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Children aged 6 years and older can join; those 12 and under must wear helmets.

Is running or galloping allowed during the ride?

No, for safety reasons all rides are single file at a walking pace only.

What should I wear for the horseback riding tour?

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

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, plus either a cowboy breakfast or Western BBQ dinner depending on your chosen time — with vegetarian options available if you ask ahead.