Find Lodging

Discounted Packages


Featured Packages

Durango's Romantic Getaway Package
Durango & Silverton Train and Mesa Verde Package
The 2011 Durango Independent Film Festival
Telluride Ski Package
The Historic Durango & Silverton Train and Lodging Package
The Train Enthusiast Package
Durango's Buy 3, Get 4 Package
Durango's Brewery Tour Package - The City of "Brewerly" Love
Durango's Cascade Train - Great discounts with a lodging and train package!
The Glenwood Springs Amtrak Package
Stay 2 Nights in Glenwood Springs, Get 1 Free!
The Four Corners Biker Rally
Ski Durango Package - Photo courtesy of  Durango Area Tourism Office / Brunso
The Durango Discovery Package at the Durango Discovery Museum
All Packages •  Winter •  Summer

The Gift of Travel

Upcoming Events

Southwest Colorado Events

Stay in Touch

Connect with us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Subscribe to our E-News
Check out our YouTube Channel Follow our Blog Subscribe to our Blog Feed

Buck's Livery Riding

Durango, CO
Buck's Livery has approx. 30 gentle mountain horses. All rides are in the San Juan Mountains. Guests have expressed that this is the most beautiful trail ride they have ever been on. Weight linit is 220 pounds. Children 3 years or younger may be doubled with small adults only. The dinner ride is the most popular adventure. Enjoy a rib-eye or grilled chicken breast, potatoes, beans, coleslaw, hot sourdouugh bread and lemonade with the Buck's Livery gang.

Online Booking

To start building your vacation package including Buck's Livery Riding, enter your dates below.


1 Hour Ride - (Every Hour)

This one hour ride is just a tease for the rides that are available in the spectacular San Juan Mountains with Buck's Livery. At an elevation of 8,900 feet you will be guided through the beautiful Purgatory Resort area on the back of a gentle horse or mule, selected just for you, by our experienced wranglers. Aspen groves,beaver ponds, clear mountain streams, incredible mountain views and towering pine trees will be some of the sights you will see. Children must be 6 years of age to ride. No double rides allowed - Maximum weight allowed 220 pounds per horse.

2 Hour Private Ride -

Special 2 hour private rides available for any level of riders - Many people prefer to ride by themselves or their family. Must be at least 6 years old to ride. Maximum weight allowed 230 pounds per horse.

2 Hour Ride - 11am

The two hour ride will definitely give you a taste for the area. This ride is an extension of the one hour ride. Off the beaten path and further into the San Juans, you will revel in the cool crisp mountain air as you ride through this woodsy wonderland- No double rides allowed - Must be at least 6 years old to ride. Maximum weight allowed 220 pounds per horse.

2 Hour Ride - 1pm

The two hour ride will definitely give you a taste for the area. This ride is an extension of the one hour ride. Off the beaten path and further into the San Juans, you will revel in the cool crisp mountain air as you ride through this woodsy wonderland. No double rides allowed - Must be at least 6 years old to ride. Weight limit 230 lbs




2 Hour Ride - 9am

The two hour ride will definitely give you a taste for the area. This ride is an extension of the one hour ride. Off the beaten path and further into the San Juans, you will revel in the cool crisp mountain air as you ride through this woodsy wonderland. No double rides allowed - Must be at least 6 years old to ride. Maximum weight allowed 230 pounds per horse.

Adult - Sleigh Ride

1 of 3 - 4:00pm

Priced from $39
Enjoy a 1 hour horse drawn sleigh ride at Durango Mountain Resorts winter wonderland. Blankets provided - dress warm. 6 to a sleigh.

2 of 3 - 5:00pm

Priced from $39
Enjoy a 1 hour horse drawn sleigh ride at Durango Mountain Resorts winter wonderland. Blankets provided - dress warm. 6 to a sleigh.

3 of 3 - 6:00pm

Priced from $39
Enjoy a 1 hour horse drawn sleigh ride at Durango Mountain Resorts winter wonderland. Blankets provided - dress warm. 6 to a sleigh.

All Day Ride - 8am

The all day rides can be customized to the area you wish to see. From Buck's Livery we can take you down the Cascade Canyon, over a footbridge and across the Animas River to view the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge train. We can take you up Cascade Creek or Engineer Mountain where the rest of the world will seem forever away. And did we mention the views? Depending on the time of year... you will see fields filled with wildflowers....golden aspens.....enormous 100 year old pine trees.....deer or elk....high mountain lakes that are filled with trout and of course those majestic San Juan mountains. All of this and more will be enjoyed on the back of your trusty steed. The all day rides are for experienced riders. All day ride departs at 8am. Bring your lunch. No double rides allowed - Must be at least 6 years old to ride. Maximum weight allowed 230 pounds per horse.

Child - Sleigh Ride

1 of 3 - 4:00pm

Priced from $29
Enjoy a 1 hour horse drawn sleigh ride at Durango Mountain Resorts winter wonderland. Blankets provided - dress warm. 6 to a sleigh.

2 of 3 - 5:00pm

Priced from $29
Enjoy a 1 hour horse drawn sleigh ride at Durango Mountain Resorts winter wonderland. Blankets provided - dress warm. 6 to a sleigh.

3 of 3 - 6:00pm

Priced from $29
Enjoy a 1 hour horse drawn sleigh ride at Durango Mountain Resorts winter wonderland. Blankets provided - dress warm. 6 to a sleigh.

Elk or Deer Hunts - License #446

Deluxe Guided Elk Hunts - Ratio of guides to hunters. 1 guide for every 2 hunters.

The deluxe camps are in section 74 and 75 in the San Juan National forest. The camps include tents, packing, 3 meals a day, riding horses, experienced guides and game dressed and packed. Arrangements for game to be delivered to a meat processor are also available. Hunters must be in good physical condition.

5 Day Hunt

Fishing Ride

For an all day adventure we can take you to a high mountain stream in an hour and a half on horseback. We will drop you off to spend the day fishing and relaxing. We come back to pick you up later that afternoon. It's a great way to reconnect and reflect. The perfect father/son or father/daughter day! Fishing gear NOT supplied.

Half Day Ride

1 of 2 - Departs 12:30pm

A favorite ride of the Buck's Livery regular riders. This 3 and a half to 4 hour ride will depart at 12:30 p.m. Down switchbacks and through immense aspen groves, you will arrive at scenic overlooks that truly take your breath away. The ride meanders near a high mountain lake and ultimately arrives near Cascade Creek. Bring your camera! No double rides allowed - Must be at least 6 years old to ride. Maximum weight allowed 230 pounds per horse.

2 of 2 - Departs 8:30am

Half Day ride departs at 8:30am returns at 1pm. A favorite ride of the Buck's Livery regular riders. This 3 and a half to 4 hour ride will depart at 8:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Down switchbacks and through immense aspen groves, you will arrive at scenic overlooks that truly take your breath away. The ride meanders near a high mountain lake and ultimately arrives near Cascade Creek. Bring your camera! No double rides allowed - Must be at least 6 years old to ride. Maximum weight allowed 230 pounds per horse.

Pack to Your Personal Camp

If you have a favorite area that you hunt, we will pack your equipment in and out of your camp. We will also pack your game. Rates vary depending on the location and the amount of equipment to be packed.

This does not include riding horses.

Sunset Dinner Rides

1 of 2 - Adult (13 years and older) - Departs 5:00pm

1 hour ride with chuckwagon dinner. These rides depart at 5:00 p.m. After a one hour ride you will come back to the Buck's Livery lakeside cookout area for a hearty western meal. Dinner is served by your wranglers and includes flatiron steaks or grilled lemon chicken with cowboy beans, coleslaw, potatoes and sourdough bread and lemonade to drink. Minimum 4 person.

2 of 2 - Child (12 years and younger) - Departs 5:00pm

1 hour ride with chuckwagon dinner. These rides depart at 5:00 p.m. After a one hour ride you will come back to the Buck's Livery lakeside cookout area for a hearty western meal. Dinner is served by your wranglers and includes flatiron steaks or grilled lemon chicken with cowboy beans, coleslaw, potatoes and sourdough bread and lemonade to drink. Minimum 4 person.

Sunset Ride - 2 hour w/ dinner

View Map
Address
Highway 550 North
Durango, CO 81301
Directions
Buck's Livery is located just north and acrosse the highway from the entrance of Durango Mountain Resort on Highway 500 North 25 miles north of Durango on Hwy 550.

*Map location is approximate and should not be trusted for navigation. Please contact us for detailed directions.

Cancellation
Cancellation more than 21 days prior/after deposit is paid, $10.00 per person penalty. Cancellation 21-7 days prior to activity, $25 per person penalty. Cancellation less than 7 days to activity, no refund.
Deposit
Full payment due at booking
Other
Ben Breed (cell) - 749-0858
Cancellation more than 21 days prior/after deposit is paid, $10.00 per person penalty. Cancellation 21-7 days prior to activity, $25 per person penalty. Cancellation less than 7 days to activity, no refund. The weight limit for riders is 220 lbs!!!

What is Central Reservations?

Gateway Reservations is the premier Central Reservation service in the Southern Rocky Mountains - offering a huge, comprehensive selection of lodging, activity, transportation and discounted package options to some of the Southwest's most popular destinations!

Are you riding the famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad? Looking for a cheap hotel in Durango or maybe a cabin or vacation home in Glenwood Springs? How about a discounted vacation package to save on your accommodations and activities by booking them together? Our online booking engine and professionally staffed call center are here to provide you with an all inclusive comparison tool which is designed to help you compare all of your transportation, activity, and lodging choices throughout our popular Colorado and New Mexico vacation destinations.

Start by entering your travel dates and we will pull up a huge selection of open and available accommodation options, from hotels and motels to deluxe cabins, condos and vacation homes. You can also compare some of the most popular, exciting and unique activity options in any of our vacation destinations. We will help you compare rates, availability, amenities, photos and more so that, once you know what you want to do, we will make it easy to build your own unique Durango discounted travel packages to plan your own version of a perfect, inclusive vacation.

 

Using Gateway's Central Reservations service is as easy as 1-2-3!

  1. Enter your travel dates, number of travelers and the destination that you are interested in. When you hit search, all of the open and available options will show up for you so that you can start comparing the rates, amenities, availability, pictures and more to pick the stay that is right for you. Don't need lodging? Compare activities and transportation options just as easily by clicking on our Colorado activities link!
  2. Once you have selected your lodging, it will be added to your itinerary and you can start to compare all of the various pre-built packages or add à la carte activities and other options to build your own custom package!
  3. Once you have built the perfect itinerary, you can save it as a no-hassle quote for later to share with friends and family or you can book everything and complete your entire vacation plan in just a couple clicks. Need help or can't find what you're looking for? A travel expert is always just a phone call away at 800.828.4228!

 

Why is Gateway Central Reservations different?

Gateway Reservations is similar to other large reservations companies but what makes us different is that we only focus on our incoming travel to our Southwestern vacation destinations. Our small, family owned business has been built and grown right here in the Southwest and love where we live, making us the local travel experts to give you the most comprehensive, honest and impartial service you can find. Tired of talking to someone in another country that has no idea where to eat in Durango or how far it is to the hot springs in Glenwood? Our no-hassle, service oriented team is here to take care of you before, during and after your trip to make sure that you have a great vacation! Click here to learn more about Gateway Reservations...

 

Durango, Colorado Vacations

Durango Lodging | Durango Attractions and Activities | Durango Vacation Packages | The Durango Train

Glenwood Springs, Colorado

Glenwood Springs Accommodations | Glenwood Springs Activities | Glenwood Springs Travel Packages

Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Pagosa Springs Lodging | Pagosa Springs Activities | Pagosa Springs Packages

Telluride, Colorado

Telluride Lodging | Telluride Ski Resort

Salida, Colorado

Salida Lodging | Salida Activities | Monarch Mountain Ski Packages

Northern New Mexico

Taos and Chama Lodging | The Cumbres and Toltec Railroad

 

Gateway Reservations
2615 Main Ave. Suite A • Durango, Colorado 81301
800-409-7295 • 970-385-4711 • Fax: 970-247-5715

© 2012 West Peak Destinations, LLC. All rights reserved.