2012 Horse-Pack-trip Itinerary
TRIP 1, 2 & 3 ◆ NORTH FORK OF THE SUN ◆ 5 TRAIL DAYS
TRIP # 1 JUNE 11-15 ◆ ARRIVAL: June 10 ◆ DEPARTURE: June 16 *FILLED*
TRIP #2 JUNE 18-22 ◆ ARRIVAL: June 17 ◆ DEPATURE: June 23
TRIP #3 JULY 2-6 ◆ ARRIVAL: July 1 ◆ DEPARTURE: July 7
Join us for a memorable trip into the wonder-filled North Fork of the Sun River, a spectacular mountain rimmed valley home to elk, mule and whitetail deer, bighorn sheep and moose. Wildflowers are at their peak. It’s a fisherman’s paradise with Rainbow, Brook and Cutthroat trout. With 2 different camps, we’ll explore new trails each day and the finale will be the return to the ranch from the north over the awesome high country of Cabin Creek pass.
TRIP 4 JULY 9-14 ◆ WILDLIFE EXTRAVAGANZA ◆ 6 TRAIL DAYS
ARRIVAL: July 8 ◆ DEPARTURE: July 15
This trip travels to our base camp in the heart of the Sun River Valley, along Whiskey Creek. The valley is unique for its expansive meadows rimmed by snow capped peaks in the summer range of elk, deer & bighorn sheep. Designed to maximize opportunity for wildlife watching with emphasis on scenic day rides, fishing and hiking.
TRIP 5 ◆ JULY 21-28 ◆ HIGH ADVENTURE TRIP ◆ 8 TRAIL DAYS
ARRIVAL: July 20 ◆ DEPARTURE July 29
The high adventure trip travels from the Sun River Valley into Middle Fork of the Flathead River area crossing the Continental Divide twice. This high country trip moves every other day and is designed for experienced riders wanting a challenge. Rainbow & Cutthroat trout fishing opportunities abound.
TRIP 6 ◆ AUGUST 6-12 ◆ CHINESE WALL ◆ 7 TRAIL DAYS
ARRIVAL: August 5 ◆ DEPARTURE: August 13
TRIP 7 ◆ AUGUST 20-25 ◆ CHINESE WALL ◆ 6 TRAIL DAYS *filled*
ARRIVAL: August 19 ◆ DEPARTURE: August 26
Trips 6 and 7 travel into the Sun River Valley area, and then climb to the famous Chinese Wall, a majestic and rugged 12 mile section of the Continental Divide. With camps along the banks of the Sun River and at the base of the Divide, we'll explore the splendor of this spectacular rock formation. Fishing, hiking and riding opportunities abound.
TRIP 8 & 9 ◆ GLENN CREEK ◆ 4 TRAIL DAYS
TRIP #8 AUGUST 28-31 ◆ ARRIVAL: August 27 ◆ DEPARTURE: Sept 1
TRIP #9 SEPTEMBER 4-7 ◆ ARRIVAL: Sept 3 ◆ DEPARTURE: Sept 8
We’ll visit the Glenn Creek area, a fast flowing stream originating on the slopes of Sheep Mountain. Highlights include top of the world view off of Elk Hill & fabulous fishing opportunites.
TRIP 10 & 11 ◆ BIGGS CREEK PLATEAU ◆ 6 TRAIL DAYS
TRIP #10 ◆ SEPTEMBER 10-15 ◆ ARRIVAL: September 9 ◆ DEPARTURE: September 16
TRIP #11 ◆ SEPTEMBER 24-29 ◆ ARRIVAL: September 23 ◆ DEPARTURE September 30
Basing out of our camp on Biggs Creek in the North Fork of the Sun River Valley, these trips highlight scenic day rides to Beartop Lookout, Elk Hill and Gates Park. The Sun River Elk herd is over 2500 in number and in September, the fall rutting season is in full swing. We'll see first hand the elk herd dynamics and other high country wildlife with the backdrop of the Chinese Wall. Layover days are filled with fishing, hiking, interpretive day rides, or relaxing in a peaceful setting.
TRIP 12 ◆ OCTOBER 1-5 ◆ INDIAN SUMMER - FALL FOLIAGE ◆ 5 TRAIL DAYS
ARRIVAL September 30 ◆ DEPARTURE OCTOBER 6
The Sun River Elk herd is over 3000 in number and in late September, the fall rutting season is in full swing. We head west to see firsthand elk herd dynamics and other wildlife. Fishing, hiking, interpretive day rides, or just plain relaxing in a peaceful setting.
We reserve the right to change itinerary for reasons beyond our control such as forest fires, weather, rider ability, unforseen circumstances. ◆ 5 guest minimum per trip
Guests need to arrive at the Ranch in the late afternoon on arrival day, which is the day before the trip departs for the backcounty. We provide dinner and lodging at the Ranch, and head out on the trail early the next morning. Plan to pack an overnight bag for the ranch separate from your trail gear. We'll arrive back at the Ranch mid afternoon on the final trail day. Dinner and lodging are included; departure is after breakfast the following morning.
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