Ride & Relax 

The new RnR..
We know Waterton Lakes National Park has some amazing riding trails to take advantage of.  However...it can be be hard to find a place to keep your horse if you wish to ride for more than a day trip. 

Rocking Heart Ranch is pleased to offer our "Ride & Relax" for Waterton riders.
Your horses can have a nice place to stay while you go enjoy your night in the park, or you can park (un-serviced)  near your horse at no additional charge and enjoy the view of the Rockies "ranch style." 


Cost per night
Single Pen/Horse- $45/night
-Pen sizes are minimum 15 x 30 feet and there are 13 outdoor pens
Double Pen (2 horse)- $55/night
-Pen sizes are minimum 30x24 feet and there are 5 double outdoor pens
Triple Pen (3 horse)- $65/night
-Pen size is minimum 40x30 feet and there is one triple pen

Check In Time: 2-7pm
Check Out Time: Noon
​(later can be arranged if no other horses are arriving)

Reservations will be accepted as of January 3rd, 2026.

Ride & Relax includes:
  • Assortment of pens including singles that have inside runs into a shelter and larger 30x24 pens 
  • ​Fresh Mountain River Water.
  • Camping/Parking your rig, adjacent to the site ( no services), including common picnic area with propane fire pit, upscale "loo" with compostable toilet, cell service, and a view like no other. 
  • Access to Rocking Heart Ranch Trail and Natural Trail Course (included with stay) 
  • Access to washroom and shower during daytime hours as well as horse stock and wash bay.
  • Swimming hole in Waterton River to cool down after a day's ride. 
  • Access to Rocking Heart Ranch Arena (if not in use)
  • ​Maps/booklets along with directions for area trails
  • Direct access to front range of Waterton Lakes National Park
  • Group Rates/Packages available, just email Melody at [email protected] for details. 
  • All stalls are sanitized between stays to help reduce the spread of disease as well as all horses are visually inspected by the RHR team upon arrival.  
Ride & Relax rules:
  • ​Attestation signed declaring proof of strangles vaccination (for horses under 5) and up to date vaccinations.
  • No wood fires, only propane fire pits can be used (two are available at group area), generators must be turned off from 10pm-5am and people must put garbage into the bear proof can.

What are clients saying about this? 

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"My husband and I recently spent three nights at Rocking Heart Ranch enjoying their “Ride and Relax.” This was our second stay with them and just when I thought it couldn’t get any better than our first trip, I was wrong! First and foremost, Melody and Doug are the two most kind and genuine hosts. They are welcoming and friendly and make sure their guests have an incredible time. Our mare pulled a shoe while we were riding and Mel went above and beyond to help my girl out. Similarly, Doug is always out and about to help or answer any questions. On our first stay, he helped my husband boost a dead battery for our RV. Their energy is contagious and their willingness to help goes far beyond expectation. Our horses also enjoyed their stay at the ranch! The corrals are spacious and both water and hay are provided nearby. Everything you need to clean up after your horse and flake hay is provided. Camping is right next door to the horses and there are propane fire pits and picnic tables available should you wish. The new natural obstacle course is a fun jaunt right from the ranch and a great opportunity to try out something new with your horse to change things up during your stay. Their new riding arena is also available and accessible (provided there are no clinics taking place) should you need to school or lunge before hitting the trail. The ranch is perfectly situated for riding… or relaxing. Views of the mountains are abundant and proximity to the park couldn’t be any better. Ride to popular trailheads within national park boundaries or haul five minutes down the road and hit the trail from there. The ranch is close enough to drive into Waterton for dinner or after riding to enjoy the lake. Overall, I can’t recommend RHR enough! It was the highlight of my summer last year, and it is no different the second time around. We’re already planning our third trip for the fall and look forward to bringing friends with us to share the experience."  Isobella Cuan as per 5 star google review

"This is a special place. Melody , Doug and Angel are so welcoming and accommodating. Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay. Stayed for a week and loved it. We will be back. 😄" Donna A. as per 5 star google review
Please be aware of the riding requirements for Waterton Lakes National Park by visiting Parks Canada website, located here.  

Additional info on trail riding in Waterton Lakes National Park

Suggested trails in Waterton Lakes National Park: 
  • Bellevue (you can ride from the ranch depending on river flows)
  • Blakiston Valley
  • Carthew-Alderson (from Cameron Lake trailhead to Alderson Lake)
  • Goat Lake
  • Horseshoe Basin (you can ride from the ranch depending on river flows) 
  • Lakeshore Trail
  • Lineham Falls
  • Snowshoe
  • Summit Lake
  • Tamarack
  • Twin Lakes
  • Wishbone (you can ride from the ranch)
  • Vimy (you can ride from the ranch)