We think the rides just outside of the park, at the West Glacier corral, are really fun, too! Just throwing that out there. Have fun!

Hi! Most people say that the Cracker Lake all day ride is most scenic. But it depends what your looking for, as they are all shockingly beautiful rides, and the all day ride is not for everyone. Our half day and two hour rides are very scenic,try the two hour Cracker Flats or the half day Sherburne.Thanks! Katie

Hi! You cant go wrong with views from Many Glacier trail rides. Both that you mentioned are beautiful, you will see far less people on Sherburne Overlook, that's the ride I'd choose next time. Thanks! Katie Miller

Hi! For the most scenic ride in West Glacier, I would recommend the full day ride, if you have both ridden before and can physically handle that kind of time in a saddle. After that, I recommend the half day, Glacier Gateway ride, which is the most popular. You get some limited views into GNP after riding through stands of forest. You will also get views of Strawberry Mountain, and into the wilderness. From Apgar corral, I recommend the half day trail ride to Apgar Lookout, this ride offers great views into the valley, towards, the Swan Mountains, and great views of Glacier National Park. If you can handle the half day ride, do Apgar Lookout! Katie SMO

Hi Faith, We typically require guests to mount on their own from the ground at the corral to ensure that they can remount a horse out on the trail if they have to get off for any reason. The preferred method is to mount from the ground, with a wrangler assisting you with a "leg up". That said, we do have mounting blocks if absolutely necessary. Hope that helps! Aubrie

Hi 1raven1, Arrangements can be made for a drop-off and pick up at Sperry Chalet; as long as our trail rides are operating during the time of your lodging reservations and we have availability for the time frame you are requesting, which they typically are. We recommend that you call reservations to check those dates against your reservation dates and make a plan from there. Call 406-387-4405, thanks! Swan Mountain Outfitters

Hi Mary, Thanks for the question, it is a good one. Since we operate trail rides from several locations I have favorites from each. The best way to really get out there is with a full-day or multi-day ride, but since you are beginner riders, that may be too much time in the saddle. My recommendation for the biggest bang for your buck views-wise, is any of our two hour rides from Many Glacier, on the East Side of Glacier National Park. Seeing Many Glacier from between the ears of a horse is a true Montana experience. Any of the two hour rides from Many Glacier is laden with big mountain views. You will likely be riding with other people who book trail rides, but you can call reservations to see which times are less traveled. If you have a half-day to ride in our Swan Lake area location, I would recommend that ride. You will be on the trail with little to no other people with grand views of the lion creek drainage and views of the Mission Mountains from your lunch spot. This location is about a 1 hour and 20 minute drive from the West entrance of Glacier National Park. So if your visiting the park you may want to plan accordingly for a Swan Valley ride. Additionally, you may be interested in a llama trek, this is hiking in the Swan mountains region, in beautiful Montana country...with a llama. The bonus is they carry your gear and a guide takes care of all the details. I recommend the half-day, full day or overnight trips. You can reach reservations at 406-387-4405 Happy Trails! Swan Mountain Outfitters

Hi Mary D, Thanks for the inquiry. The overnight ride and fishing trip is a great trip, it allows you to get out there for a taste of the real Montana near the Swan Mountains. This trip gives you time to see Montana from horseback, experience Montana fishing, and camp overnight under the stars while our guides take care of all the details including meals, fishing and riding gear and specifics. Our guests love this excursion, often recommending the overnight trip if time doesn't allow for the full 3-7 day pack trip into the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Depending on the time-frame for your trip request and our availability with possible trip customization, we are happy to set you up with a reservation. Please call reservations at 406-387-4405, or send a trip inquiry online through our website at Swan Mountain Outfitters. We look forward to seeing you!

Hi there, The Grinnell Lake half day is the one that best fits what you are describing. However, it is not usually offered before mid July because the trails are too wet. A good back up option is the Swiftcurrent Ridge ride. The water views are of lakes from a distance and up high. Both of these are offered out of the Many Glacier Corral. Thanks! Aubrie