Lil' Buckaroo Ride

Ages 2-13 • Ride is valid for any time between 8 AM and 12 PM.

Perfect for first-time Lil' Buckaroos! Booked on a walk-in basis. Redeem anytime between 8 a.m. - noon on your scheduled day.

Custer
15 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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2-Hour Trail Ride

Ages 7 and up • Advanced Beginner-friendly

Saddle Up for a Trail Ride & Wildlife Tour For those looking to explore even deeper into the backcountry, our 2-Hour Ride takes you further into the stunning French Creek Nature Area. This extended adventure is perfect for riders of all skill levels who want to experience more of the natural beauty ...

Custer
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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Full Day Trail Ride

6+ Hours • Lunch Included • Advanced only, age 10+

Experienced Riders Only Embark on an unforgettable Full Day Trail Ride, designed for seasoned riders seeking adventure and breathtaking views. This six-hour journey, guided by only our most experienced wranglers, takes you through rugged terrain and picturesque backcountry, offering a true test of skill ...

Custer
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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1-Hour Trail Ride

Most Popular! • Ages 5 and up • Beginner-friendly

Saddle up for a Trail Ride & Wildlife Tour Our most popular ride, the 1-Hour journey through French Creek Nature Area, is a hit with everyone! Perfect for novices, young riders, or even experienced riders short on time, this adventure promises a memorable experience for all skill levels.

Custer
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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Half Day Trail Ride

3.5 Hours • Lunch Included • Intermediate, Age 10+

Advanced Wildlife Tour For intermediate-to-advanced riders seeking a memorable adventure without the full-day commitment, our Half-Day Trail Ride offers the perfect experience. This scenic ride takes you through beautiful backcountry, with plenty of opportunities for wildlife sightings and breathtaking ...

Custer
3.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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Express Trail Ride

30 min • Ages 5+ • Beginner-friendly, Max 8 guests

Lame Johnny Hideaway Trail For those short on time but still wanting to experience the beauty of the French Creek Nature Area, our 30-minute Express Ride is the perfect option. Ideal for novices, young riders, or anyone looking for a quick adventure, this ride offers a taste of the stunning landscapes ...

Custer
30 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Custer State Park Resort
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Buckaroo Ride

Ages 3-7 | Pony Ride Experience for the your Littles!

Bring your little ones for a delightful hand-walked pony ride around the ranch! Our wranglers will match your child with one of our slow and steady horses, making this a wonderful experience for first time buckaroos who are too young or, perhaps, a bit nervous about their first ride. A wrangler will ...

Hill City
5 mins
Kid-Friendly
High Country Guest Ranch
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Custom 50 minute Guided Trail Ride

Experience the Black Hills on a Horse Tailored to You | Ages 6+

Mount up on a horse picked just for you and spend 50 mins riding through a beautiful and serene area of the Black Hills National forest. One of our top-notch, professional wranglers will guide you through the duration of this experience. This is the perfect way to unplug and get into nature. Please plan ...

Hill City
50 mins
Kid-Friendly
High Country Guest Ranch
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Family Ice Age Hunt

Available starting June 1st, 2026 | Must also purchase General Admission Tickets

Designed for ages 8 and older. Participants who signed up for our Family Ice Age Hunt will learn all about atlatls, from what they are to why they were used. Participants will learn what makes a projectile and how we learn about early human tools. Participants will then get to try their hand at using ...

Hot Springs
One Hour
Kid-Friendly
Mammoth Site
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2nd Annual Dino Kids Camp (June 26th - 28th)

A fun, education dig, lab and activities trip for kids ages 8-12 and their adult chaparones

Our first annual "Dino Kids Camp" is three days of fun activities for the younglings only. You are REQUIRED to book Friday & Saturday, Sunday is optional Day one is a 1 day trip to the Hell Creek Badlands of South Dakota to explore and look for fossils. Day two we learn about the fossil ...

Belle Fourche
3 Days • MUST BOOK Friday and Saturday, Sunda
Kid-Friendly
Paleo Adventures
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Huron

Our shared balloon flights offer a relaxed and social way to enjoy the experience. Whether you're on your own, with family, or part of a small group, you'll join other travelers for a memorable journey.

Yale
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Balloon
Pheasantland Balloon Rides
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