Boundary Ranch
Boundary Ranch
4.5
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Ideally located in the spectacular natural beauty of Kananaskis Valley, Boundary Ranch is the perfect setting to discover the authentic cowboy experience and Western hospitality. Folks are invited to spend time at our Western Entertainment Centre and participate in horseback riding and outfitting trips, barbeques, horse-drawn wagon rides, and any number of the other activities that we offer for cowpokes of all ages. Happy Trails!
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- Joan B3 contributionsA Memorable Wagon RideWe took our teenaged grandkids (visiting from out of province) on the sleigh ride/ wagon ride. We had a wonderful time! Nadine, our guide, was interesting and informative and very entertaining (hilarious) as well. It was cool to see the buffalo paddock and the dogsleds racing by. The scenery was spectacular. We felt we got great value for our money where the ride was concerned. Because we went on the last ride of the day, the fire had died out so we couldn't roast our marshmallows, but the kids really enjoyed the hot chocolate which was efficiently handed out at the end of the ride. Because of our very positive experience, we will consider other tours at Boundary Ranch in the future!Visited January 2024Traveled with familyWritten January 9, 2024
- Voyage596988771211 contributionSleigh rideWe took our parents on a sleigh ride for xmas this year and we all loved it. I had called before booking with some questions and received a call back right away with all the answers I needed! It is such a beautiful location and our tour/driver had lots of fun little stories and knowledge about the area and animals. Definitely recommend!Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten January 12, 2024
- hiketellurideCincinnati, Ohio6 contributionsNice people.....beautiful ranchBoundary Ranch is just beautiful. The horseback ride was lots of fun. Great hamburgers at the finish. On to whitewater rafting, which was fun also. Beautiful day, we were lucky because it snowed the following day!Visited August 2024Traveled with familyWritten September 1, 2024
- Relax34959447502Alberta, Canada5 contributionsThings to considerSarah was a trailhost of note! We loved every minute. Scenic and informative. But; The young man at reception was rude, and abrupt. Not very welcoming. The girl at reception the day before was pleasant and made us feel welcome. Also, it was a letdown to find the restaurant closed. Not even a coffee. Sad.Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 25, 2024
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Khaled H
Edmonton, Canada2 contributions
Mar 2021
I did sleigh hours ride on March , it is not authentic experience the hours every slow and no view to enjoy , sleight in text path in Between trees and no chance to see any wild animal . The arrangement was good and hot chocolate was nice. The place indoor decoration is very nice . They should do some new sleigh path to be more enjoyable and have fun rather than I slept well sleigh move.
Written April 5, 2021
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Good Afternoon 626khaledh,
Thank you for taking the time to place feedback on Boundary Ranch - We greatly appreciate it,
We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your sleigh/wagon with us.
As it is the horses pulling the sleigh/wagon it is a lot slower than a motorized vehicle would be as they use their strength to pull. As we are in a provincial park, we are unfortunately limited to our set trails. Most of which are in some sort of tree's areas which are too steep for the horses to pull a sleigh/wagon up. The opportunity to see wildlife is something that is always a chance however not guaranteed as we do not place fences on the property to keep them in. The only wildlife we can guarantee seeing is the buffalo.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your hot chocolate and the set up of the building's though!!
Written April 9, 2021
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Brittney T
Edmonton, Canada29 contributions
Feb 2021 • Family
My son and I come to the mountains often but I wanted to do something different with him, I came across Boundary Ranch while googling things to do. I saw the sleigh ride and thought it would be fun. When we arrived we were greater right away and given waivers, after filling those out we enjoyed some hot chocolate while we waited for the other riders to arrive. Once all there we were led to the sleigh and we were off. The ride was fun, lots of sights to see, we stopped at the Buffalo loop as well as the teepee, and got a beautiful view of the mountains. Overall it was a very enjoyable, my 3 year old loved it and can’t wait to come back in the summer.
Written February 19, 2021
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Good Afternoon 897 brittneyt,
Thank you for taking the time to place feedback on Boundary Ranch - We greatly appreciate it,
We are so glad to hear that you and your son enjoyed your sleigh ride/visit to us on Family day!!
We hope to see you both again in the future!
Written February 20, 2021
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KianaC
1 contribution
Jun 2022 • Family
We did the full day (6-hour) horseback ride and it was amazing. The ride started out in the morning (9 am)then we took a break for lunch at a waterfall we rode to, then rode back to the ranch. The scenery is amazing. Incredible experience, we were able to see much wildlife including a bear and wolves. The horses are well trained and well taken care of. The guides are very knowledgeable. Out of all the horseback rides we have done with other ranches in other national parks and state/provincial parks our ride with Boundary Ranch has been the best. Some in my party have prior riding experience while others had none and both groups throughly enjoyed it. We will certainly be coming back to ride with Boundary Ranch again.
Written June 21, 2022
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Good day Kiana,
Thank you for your 5-star review and sharing what a great experience you had with us. The full day ride truly is an unvelievable experience that emerges you in the depths of the mountains surrounding Boundary Ranch. Its an honour to be ranked the best in your books among the other trail rides you've done. We hope to see you again before the summer is up for another ride! Have an awesome day,
Boundary Ranch
Written July 8, 2022
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John
1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Couples
The staff are very friendly and experienced. They welcome you with introducing each husky and horse by name. The sled & horse ride went very smooth as all of the animals are well trained. Overall, the package is worth it and would consider doing it again in winter!
Written August 10, 2021
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Good Morning John,
Thank you for taking the time to place feedback on Boundary Ranch - We greatly appreciate it,
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your Woof & Hoof Package with us and Snowy Owl!!
We look forward to seeing you again in the future!
Written August 12, 2021
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SK
1 contribution
Mar 2021
We did the winter sleigh ride (wagon since the snow was melting) When we first arrived I felt a staff member was annoyed with us because we were 20 minutes early instead of 30 minutes early, then as we were getting onto the wagon that same staff member told everyone that we would be seated in the order we arrived and said "you guys will be in the back since you were here last" I felt she was extremely rude. I brushed it off because my kids were so excited for the ride. I would say that the ride was not worth the money paid. I think we stopped more than we actually rode on the wagon, which was extremely disappointing (could barely hear what the guide was saying at each stop) The guide was great and friendly though. My kids loved that we got to roast marshmallows at the end of the ride. Overall I wont be back again.
Written March 24, 2021
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Good Afternoon SantayaK,
Thank you for taking the time to review Boundary Ranch - We greatly appreciate it,
We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your experience with us. Unfortunately due to past issues with groups fighting over where they are sitting on the sleigh/wagon we did have to bring in the rule of seating people in the order that they arrived to make things fair.
We are glad to hear that your kids loved their marshmallow roast and your driver!
Written March 25, 2021
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Tori & Shawn
Erickson, Canada4 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
Did the half day Trailblazer ride. Our guide Cloe was great making sure the small group was safe at all times. Was a unique experience to ride in the mountains, there were some great vantage points with amazing views and Instagram worthy pictures. Majority of the ride was through bush with no view but still enjoyable. Boundary Ranch is walk only rides, nothing faster than this. Perfect experience for beginners, their horses are safe and experienced.
Written July 7, 2021
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Good Morning Tori & Shawn,
Thank you for taking the time to review Boundary Ranch - We greatly appreciate it,
We are so glad to hear that you had a great time on your Trail Blazer ride with Chloe and that you managed to get some amazing photos!!
We hope to see you again in the future if you are ever back in Kananaskis!
Written July 8, 2021
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Joan B
3 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
We took our teenaged grandkids (visiting from out of province) on the sleigh ride/ wagon ride. We had a wonderful time! Nadine, our guide, was interesting and informative and very entertaining (hilarious) as well. It was cool to see the buffalo paddock and the dogsleds racing by. The scenery was spectacular. We felt we got great value for our money where the ride was concerned. Because we went on the last ride of the day, the fire had died out so we couldn't roast our marshmallows, but the kids really enjoyed the hot chocolate which was efficiently handed out at the end of the ride. Because of our very positive experience, we will consider other tours at Boundary Ranch in the future!
Written January 9, 2024
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Darren R
Canmore, Alberta, Canada2 contributions
Nov 2020
Extraordinary!! We did the winter horse drawn sleigh ride and it was absolutley wonderful! It was a winter wonderland, the sleigh stopped a couple of times to share stories and see actual Buffalo. The ride was capped off with a delicious hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows over an open fire. The kids enjoyed the sleigh ride and LOVED the hot chocolate and marshmallows. Excellent covid protocol, including plexiglass between rows on the sleigh. What a wonderful winter activity!
Written November 24, 2020
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Good Afternoon DarrenR322,
Thank you for taking the time to place feedback on Boundary Ranch - We greatly appreciate it,
We are so glad to hear that your group loved their time here at Boundary Ranch with the Sleigh Ride, Marshmallow roast and hot chocolates!!
We look forward to seeing you all again in the future!!
Written November 25, 2020
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Joy O
Rome, Italy53 contributions
Oct 2022
Kananaskis Country is well known for glorious fall foliage. The aspens at Boundary Ranch put on a splendid show every September. Good place to stop for refreshments on Highway 40.
Written October 11, 2022
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We totally agree! Fall is beautiful here, and Winter, Spring and Summer too! We hope you consider coming to enjoy a Winter adventure, a choice of Sleigh Rides or Dog Sledding. If not, come on back in warmer weather and we will be here to greet you! Thank you for the 5-Star Rating of Boundary Ranch! Happy New Year!
Written December 10, 2022
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Andrea P
3 contributions
Dec 2020
My husband and I enjoyed an amazing sleigh ride on Sunday, Dec. 13. We were fortunate that this event was able to go forward, even with the covid restrictions. The communication with Boundary was super great. Thanks! The arrival and registration was easy peasy. The ride was fun and our driver was very knowledgeable and made the ride very enjoyable. We even sang Christmas songs! Can't wait to go back next December to enjoy the ride again - in a non-covid environment! Thanks Boundary team!
Written December 21, 2020
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Good Afternoon andreapH6516EL,
Thank you for taking the time to place feedback on Boundary Ranch - We greatly appreciate it,
We are so glad to hear that you and your husband had a wonderful time on your sleigh ride with us on the 13th!!
We look forward to seeing you both again next December!!
Have a wonderful Holiday Season!!!
Written December 23, 2020
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Good Morning,
Unfortunately our minimum age for Children is 6 years old to go on the trail rides.
We do offer Pony Rides for children 5 years and under however these vary on availability depending on the trail rides we have booked.
Please feel free to contact our office for more information.
Written April 8, 2019
Are there any cabins available for over night stay or maybe over night camping? Old style wagon train or cattle drives to participate in.
Written August 4, 2018
Good Morning Yvonne,
Unfortunately we do not have accommodation on site here at the Ranch. We offer Pack Trips during July and August - Please feel free to contact us in the office on 403-591-7171 or email the office on the info email for more information.
Written November 5, 2019
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