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The Colorado Plateau was the last explored region in the
continental United States. Bounded by the Grand Canyon on the south and the
Uintah Basin on the north, this New England sized landform is often referred to
as the Canyonlands, Canyon Country or 4-Corners Area. It is the largest tract of
unspoiled territory in the lower forty-eight and is the home of more formally
designated parks, monuments, conservation and wilderness areas than you can
shake a stick at.
Our rides explore various landforms in the northeast section of the
Colorado Plateau--the largest area of wilderness in the continental United
States. This rugged area includes the Colorado River drainages
of the San Rafael, Dirty Devil and Escalante rivers. These
wilderness areas are often referred to as Canyon Country, Redrock Country
Slickrock Country or Land of the Sleeping Rainbow. Our rides visit
Capitol Reef National Park, Circle Cliffs, Escalante Canyons,
San Rafael Swell, Henry Mountains, Boulder Mountain, Thousand Lakes Plateau,
or Wasatch Plateau.
The Colorado Plateau camping rides feature deluxe provisions and complete
outfitting.
Meeting: Torrey
Airport: St George, UT Las Vegas, NV
Transfer: 370 from Moab, UT (take US Air to Moab via Salt
Lake) - to pay locally
The
Transfer Package includes a
scenic flight and then road transfer.
We recommend to rent a car in Las Vegas and drive in.
Gratuities: 15-20% suggested
Tack:
Western
Horses:
Quarter,
Paints and
Thoroughbred cross
Pace : Moderate with some trots and canters, 4 to 6 hours of riding per
day
Level: Novice+ to Intermediate
Min/Max Riders: 3-10
Notes: the rides end at 4 PM of last day. We recommend to rent a car
Riding
Trail conditions range from good to rugged, over rough and rocky terrain.
Distances covered between camps usually range from 6 to 12 miles (3 to 6 hours
in the saddle) although longer or shorter days do occur. We sometimes divide the
group and approach camp from different trails. Stops at scenic features and
Indian rock art panels are common.
Geology and history are emphasized.
Camps
All trail rides utilize a base camp arrangement with daily forays to different
points of interest. This allows us to spend less time packing and unpacking, and
more time riding and seeing the country. Campsites are located in primitive,
backcountry areas which we seldom use more than once or twice each season. Low-
impact camping techniques are practiced. Tents provide our home away from home.
Cook tent, dining tent, shower tent and latrine tent round out the facilities.
Chairs are provided.
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