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Bitter Creek Outfitters
Bitter Creek Outfitters
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We will not be opening for the 2024 season. Bitter Creek Outfitters is a family-operated business providing scenic, guided horseback trail rides 5 miles from downtown Billings, Montana. We'll treat you to a leisurely trek through our Angus cattle ranch atop the area's distinctive rimrocks. We'll show you spectacular views of five different mountain ranges and a unique perspective of the city. We keep our group sizes small (max 6 people) promising a personalized, unforgettable experience for beginners & advanced riders alike! AGE, HEIGHT/WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS APPLY. PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS. We are a full-time ranch, part-time trail riding outfit so advanced reservations are required. We do not keep our horses saddled in the corral & ready to go. Season runs June thru October, weather permitting. Rides typically start at 8 or 9am, 7 days/week, avoiding afternoon rides during peak summer heat. Let us know what works best & we'll do our best to fit you in!
Duration: 1-2 hours
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monicaegarcia914
Billings, MT1 contribution
Oct 2022
We had such a wonderful experience. Not only was it amazing riding, the landscape and the information given by Theresa about its history and family made it even better. We will definitely be back to enjoy the horses and Bitter Creek Outfitters Family. We highly recommend Bitter Creek Outfitters:)
Written October 10, 2022
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Exploration291999
2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
My teens and I loved exploring Teresa's family property. Our 2 hour ride was well paced for enjoyment of the scenery and listening to the history of the area as we rode. Teresa was lovely to ride with, offered family photos during the ride, and was happy to answer our questions about the area and her family's ranch. We look forward to our next visit to Billings and our next ride with Teresa and her sister Sarah! Thank you for the morning ride and it was great to see your horses well taken care of!
Written August 1, 2022
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VLB101
6 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Theresa, our leader and Dick, assistant, gave us a wonderful 2 hour tour of the family ranch. Theresa provided very interesting information about the ranch, immediate area, and Montana! The horses were easy to ride and the ground was pretty level. Not a difficult ride at all and very relaxing. We highly recommend this horse riding tour in Billings, MT.
Written August 20, 2022
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sandee941
3 contributions
Jul 2021
Horseback riding on beautiful horses on private property with Stevie was incredible! Rode to the top of Pictograph Cave - Stevie was fun to talk with during the ride, and she had a wealth of knowledge. So thankful that husband and I didn't go to a large commercialized riding stable - it was just the 2 of us. Teresa is running a beautiful gem - Thank you!
Written July 30, 2021
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Ryan C
2 contributions
Sep 2022 • Family
What an amazing experience! Teresa was our guide and we could not have asked for a better guide. She was so cheerful, informative, and helpful. Loved her frequent input about the history of the areas we traveled. As a plus, they take such good care of their horses, which is really nice to see. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to experience excellent horseback riding in the beautiful Yellowstone county!
Written September 26, 2022
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judithmiller2x
1 contribution
Aug 2022
This was a pleasant, relaxing and beautiful time astride gentle and easy horses. The owner and her riding partner were warm and welcoming, and provided a good insight into the history, geography and culture of the area. The ranch is beautiful. I would definitely recommend this as part of a Montana vacation.
Written August 15, 2022
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adamT530QR
1 contribution
Jul 2021
My wife and I wanted to do something out of the ordinary for a quick getaway weekend. Bitter Creek Outfitters did not disappoint. It had been years since either of us had either been on a horse. The guides made us feel comfortable, and we had a blast seeing their property, the wildlife, looking over the top of cliffs that lead down to Pictograph park, and even got to see a black bear. the history of the ranch and the original cabin were a fun extra. We enjoyed the experience but most of all the people.
Written July 12, 2021
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excubs
7 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Three years ago we rode with Bitter Creek during our visit to Montana and enjoyed ourselves so much that we came back for a longer ride. Our guide, the horses, and the scenery were all fantastic, a highlight of our trip. We are especially happy to support such a thriving women-owned business! We’ll definitely be back. Be sure to put a pin in the map to show where you’re visiting from (we’re from Montréal).
Written July 26, 2021
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Shawn S
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Sep 2021 • Couples
Again, a delightful time. Theresa and Kyle were so easy-going, it made it impossible to be nervous. Very attentive to detail, offering tips and answering questions. Dick was awesome. He was fantastic to talk to as he shared his life's experiences. The horses were great and it was interesting learning each horse's personality. Smokey had a belly itch and kept trying to scratch the itch on low bushes. Theresa and Kyle advised us to take the Red Lodge route to Cody over the Beartooth Mts. It was phenomenal. Thanks again!
Written September 4, 2021
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Kathie B
Oconomowoc, WI21 contributions
Jun 2022
Theresa was there to greet us and show us around one of the original homesteads on the property when we arrived. Stevie, our guide for the ride, was friendly and informative; we thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her! We enjoyed learning about the history of the property and cowboying today! The views were beautiful, the ride relaxing, the horses were well cared for and entertaining with their unique personalities (Smokey and Baloo). We would highly recommend! It was a great way to experience Montana.
Written July 5, 2022
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Hello
Do you still do rides on october 26th or 27th 2019? And what are the costs?
Kind regards
Stephanie from The Netherlands
Written January 19, 2019
Theresa K
Billings, Montana
Hi Stephanie! We stay open as long as the weather cooperates--late October can be a little unpredictable but we do our best to stay open into November. We can definitely get you on the schedule and keep in touch with you as the date approaches. The cost is $80 for a 2-hour ride or $60 for one hour. Feel free to send me an email or you can make reservations on our website.
Thanks for contacting us!
Written January 23, 2019
What's the minimum age for a rider? Also, what is the cost for a 2 hour ride?
Thanks. bev
Written August 9, 2016
Theresa K
Billings, Montana
Hi Bev! Our minimum age is 10, though we can, on occasion, make exceptions. Our 2-hour ride is $80/person.
Written August 9, 2016
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