Brian Harris

Review of Swan Mountain Outfitters

Incredible trip! Took the 3 day pack trip ~15 mile...

Incredible trip! Took the 3 day pack trip ~15 miles in. Coming from Chicago, the views were breathtaking. The experience was rewarding. Although our group was comfortable in the outdoors based on previous camping, we had barely any riding experience prior to this. Don t let that stop you if you were like us.

The guides (Nelson and Kevin) were informative, reaffirming, and listened. They took whatever concern you had seriously, and addressed it to ensure you were comfortable. It truly is your trip and what you want to do. Our camp cook, Stephanie, made fantastic meals, but we also found ourselves sitting at the table or riding the trails sharing stories with her. She was amazing.

The rides can be hard at times very steep inclines/switchbacks. But, you need to and learn to trust your horse. They re incredible animals literal athletes in every sense that the outfitters truly care for and you learn to truly respect/admire. The horses have done these trails hundreds of times, so you quickly learn to trust what you learn during your orientation, but more importantly, trust your horse when technical parts of the trail come in front.

Only negative/feedback I would give to SMO is to be more clear on tipping at the end of the trip. Although stated on the site and materials provided, it was still confusing at the end of the trip. All because we wanted to make sure we were compensating everyone appropriately for an amazing trip! Just caused a little frustration among the larger group but nothing to deter from this experience.

You ll see views you would never be able to see any other way. You ll experience new, sometimes challenging but always rewarding, things when it comes to the ride. And, you ll make some friends along the way.

Recommending to all my friends/family. Thank you SMO! Will not forget this trip.