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 introduces "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 camp (un-serviced) beside your horse at no additional charge and enjoy the view of the Rockies "ranch style."

Cost per night:
Single Pen/Horse- $50/night
Singe Pen/2 horse- $65/night
Check In Time: 2-7pm
Check Out Time: Noon
(later can be arranged if no other horses are arriving)

To Book your spot please fill out this form.
Reservations will be confirmed via email upon receipt.

Ride & Relax includes:

Assortment of pens including singles that have inside runs into a shelter and larger 30x24 pens
Quality Grass hay within feet from your pen.
Fresh Mountain River Water.
Camping 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.

Ride & Relax rules:

No outside hay allowed (alfalfa cubes allowed)* unless special dietary restrictions, please contact us.
Attestation signed declaring proof of strangles vaccination (for horses under 5) and up to date vaccinations.
Dry camping: no wood fires, only propane fire pits can be used, generators must be turned off from 10pm-5am and people must put garbage into the bear proof can.

What are clients saying about this?

"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

Bellevue
Blakiston Valley
Carthew-Alderson (from Cameron Lake trailhead to Alderson Lake)
Goat Lake
Horseshoe Basin
Lakeshore Trail
Lineham Falls
Snowshoe
Summit Lake
Tamarack
Twin Lakes
Wishbone (you can ride from the ranch)
Vimy