Where to Ride: the 11 Best Sunset Horse Rides in the USA

1.Red Rock Canyon Sunset Horseback Ride and Barbeque Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,305 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $199Our pick

Leave the Strip for a beginner-friendly sunset ride with Cowboy Trail Rides. Wranglers pair you with a calm horse or mule, guide you through Red Rock’s rocky terrain, and serve steak, chicken, salmon, or vegetarian BBQ by the fire. Guides such as Hayley, Denise, Katie, and Reilly may lead your group.

“this is honestly a must do! first off, the workers here specifically pair you with a horse that seems fit for you, then guide you the entire way which has different terrains, hills, and sceneries. then you end the night with AMAZING food hot chocolate and a fire! ps, bring a jacket!!!! it gets very cold.”

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2.Wild West Sunset Horseback Ride with Dinner from Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,031 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $159

Leave the Strip for a peaceful 1.5-hour horseback ride through open desert, guided by wranglers such as Hector or Gecko. Expect calm horses, sunset views, a country-style dinner, optional roping, and a campfire under the stars. Pickup is available from select Strip hotels.

“I booked this as part of my daughter’s 21st birthday holiday and can’t praise the trip enough. Hector & co were amazing, friendly, supportive and their training of us as novice horse riders was exceptional. The food cooked by the chef Dylan was lovely and he was informative on the trip to the ranch, pointing out spots of interest. I would definitely recommend to anyone and would do it again. One of the highlights of our trip.”

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3.Desert Sunset Horseback Ride with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 425 reviews · 6 hours · from $159

Leave the Strip for a 1.5-hour sunset horseback ride with wranglers such as Hector, Cesar, Chanel, and Chencho. Afterward, enjoy steak or mesquite chicken, campfire sides, apple pie, drinks, and a chance to meet the ranch animals before returning to Las Vegas.

“Such an enjoyable experience The guide and the ranch hands were so friendly it was my first time riding and they were so helpful and supportive I would definable recommend this trip”

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4.Sunset Horseback Ride With Scenic Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $169

Ride gentle horses through Brazos Bluffs Ranch to a scenic overlook above the Brazos River. Guides such as Maddie, Savannah, Ruthie, and Mike provide riding instruction, while a carriage option helps non-riders enjoy the sunset, snacks, and campfire atmosphere.

“Amazing trip. Long beautiful trip to the bluffs. The horses were great and Ruthie and Savanna did an excellent job with my two daughters (11 and 13). The sunset was awesome. This is one of the best things I have ever done. Totally worth it”

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5.Oahu Sunset Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160

At Gunstock Ranch in Laie, you’ll spend about 90 minutes on horseback along North Shore trails, guided by wranglers such as Raegan, Cooper, Summer, or Mateo. Expect calm horses, rolling ranch paths, ocean glimpses, and a scenic lookout timed for sunset. No riding experience is needed.

“I had a great time with my 2 granddaughters. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly. The views were awesome and the weather was clear and cool.”

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6.Flathead Lake Private Sunset Wild Horse Island Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Captain Eric takes your private group of up to six across Flathead Lake to Wild Horse Island. Cruise Rocky Point, hike at your own pace, look for horses, bighorn sheep, deer, and eagles, then watch sunset reflections beneath the Mission and Salish Mountains.

“This was great fun. The lake is beautiful with some unique history. Eric was very informative about the area. The pontoon boat is super comfortable. The island is so peaceful. Easy hike with some fantastic views. The horses didn’t cooperate and come out to say hi, but still a very worthwhile great experience.”

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7.Private Sunset Dinner Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $312

You’ll ride privately with a Gunstock Ranch wrangler to a sunset lookout, where a locally catered dinner waits by the fire. Guides such as Louis, Alanna, and Mateo add island and ranch stories. Bring covered shoes, request dietary needs ahead, and note the 235-pound rider limit.

“Kate was a great guide and had a wonderful private ride dinner with her. Very sweet horses and amusing goats. The food was amazing. Along with breathtaking views!”

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8.Coastal Excursion/Sunset Cruise/Sand Dollars/Sea Shells/Horses

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from Beaufort with a private captain for a four-hour Crystal Coast outing. Cruise past Morehead City and Beaufort, search for sand dollars and shells, swim or relax on floats, and watch for dolphins and wild horses near Shackleford Banks and Carrot Island.

“We had a terrific time with this personal Captain Dewayne who took us to see the wild horses and dig for sandollars. We found two whole ones! Then the sunset on the water was beautiful.”

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9.Horseback Riding Sunshine or Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 1h 30m · from $170

Ride a calm working polo pony for 60 to 90 minutes at Pālehua Trail Rides in Kapolei. You’ll follow coastal trails with views toward Oahu’s southern and western shores, guided in English in a group of no more than eight. Bring sunscreen and a camera, but leave backpacks behind.

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10.Champagne and Charcuterie Sunset Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99Best value

Spend about two hours on horseback inside Lake Louisa State Park near Clermont. You’ll follow a guide through meadows, forests, and rolling hills while learning about the park. The experience is limited to 10 riders and includes an approved riding helmet. Champagne and charcuterie are part of the tour’s appeal, but park admission costs extra.

“Amazing first time experience for me! My girlfriend loved the experience too! We would definitely do it again!”

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11.Sunset Horseback Ride With BBQ Dinner Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Ride a calm horse through the mountain scenery outside Las Vegas, then sit down to a BBQ dinner with sides and a drink. The 90-minute outing includes a guide, helmet, tack, mounting block, and group photos, with vegetarian meals available by request.

“Per the request of the group organizer, I arrived at the provided GPS map location at 17:45 PM, 45 minutes early.”

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