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Horseback riding tours of Idaho's pristine wilderness areas, including the Sawtooth Mountains, Redfish Lake, and the Salmon River, ID. Mystic Saddle Ranch staff and guests holding their cowboy hats up high on horseback.Back to Trail Rides
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Sawtooth Lake Day Ride

A challenging ride to one of the most iconic alpine lakes in the Sawtooths. Includes steep switchbacks near the end, delivering riders to the dramatic hanging valley of Sawtooth Lake.

  • Season: Mid-June to September

  • Difficulty: Advanced

  • Duration: Full Day (~5 miles each way)

  • Location: Sawtooth Wilderness

  • Cost: $229/Person + Tax

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This ride is about a five mile ride one way to one of the most beautiful high mountain lakes in the Sawtooth range. The last mile between Alpine Lake and Sawtooth Lake is not for the faint at heart, with steep switchbacks reaching up the mountain side to deliver you to the hanging valley of Sawtooth Lake. This trail is great for advanced riders. Not recommended for kids under ten years old.

 

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Important Information

  • Children must be 6 years or older

  • Maximum rider weight: 230 lbs

  • No double riding permitted

  • Reservations are required for all day rides

  • Reservations are recommended for half day ride (and shorter)

    • MSR Release of Liability & Helmet Waiver

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Horseback riding tours of Idaho's pristine wilderness areas, including the Sawtooth Mountains, Redfish Lake, and the Salmon River, ID. Mystic Saddle Ranch staff and guests holding their cowboy hats up high on horseback.

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