Three Hours Through Losee Canyon: Red Rocks, HooDoos and Butch Cassidy’s Trails

BRYCE CANYON CITY HORSE FIELD GUIDE

Three Hours Through Losee Canyon: Red Rocks, HooDoos and Butch Cassidy’s Trails

A concise guide to Ruby’s Inn Half Day Horseback Adventure — a 3-hour, 6-mile ride through Losee Canyon that pairs close-up red‑rock scenery with local outlaw history.

Three Hours Through Losee Canyon: Red Rocks, HooDoos and Butch Cassidy’s Trails.

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Bryce Canyon City
Operator
Ruby's Inn
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Horse
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set out from Ruby’s Inn on a three‑hour, six‑mile horseback ride into Losee Canyon and Red Canyon, where dark red HooDoo formations rise close to the trail and riders follow country once traversed by Butch Cassidy, passing an old outlaw hideout along the way.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Red‑rock HooDoos Up Close

The trail threads through stands of dark‑red HooDoo formations and shaded mountain tracks that put the region’s sculpted sandstone within arm’s reach.

THE HISTORY

Riding in Butch Cassidy’s Country

This route crosses the same country Butch Cassidy rode as a young outlaw and passes an old outlaw hideout, adding a tangible thread of western history to the scenery.

THE ROUTE

A Half‑Day Ride with Big Views

The Half Day Horseback Adventure is a compact, three‑hour outing covering roughly six miles — long enough to settle into the gait and take in the canyon’s highlights without a full‑day commitment.

What the day feels like

What the Ride Feels Like

Over three hours and about six miles, riders move through shaded mountain trails and red‑rock amphitheaters, slowing to admire HooDoos and the landscape that frames an old outlaw hideout — a steady, scenic pace suitable for a range of experience levels.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this ride suits — and who should check details first.

1
Active FamiliesGood for families with children aged 7 and up who want a half‑day outdoor horseback experience in striking red‑rock scenery.
2
First‑time RidersSuitable — all experience levels are welcomed, making this a manageable introduction to trail riding.
3
Experienced EquestriansAlso appropriate for experienced riders seeking a scenic, historically resonant half‑day route rather than technical riding challenges.
4
Heavier or Very Tall RidersNot ideal without confirmation — there is a 220 lb weight limit and riders taller than 6' are asked to inquire by phone before booking.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Meeting Point & Arrival

The ride is operated by Ruby's Inn; please arrive 20 to 30 minutes before your scheduled ride time.

What to Bring

Do not bring backpacks or camel‑back/water bladders; follow operator guidance on personal items.

Rates & Ages

Rider rate is $130 for ages 7 and up.

Duration & Distance

The outing lasts about 3 hours and covers roughly 6 miles.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the ride and how far do we go?

The Half Day Horseback Adventure is approximately 3 hours and covers about 6 miles.

What is the minimum age to ride?

Children must be at least 7 years old to participate.

Is there a weight limit?

Yes — the weight limit is 220 lbs; if you are over 6' tall, please inquire by phone about the limit.

Are backpacks or hydration bladders allowed?

No — backpacks and camel‑back/water bladders are not allowed on the ride.

How early should I arrive before my ride?

Please arrive 20 to 30 minutes prior to your scheduled ride time.

How much does the ride cost?

The rider rate is $130 for participants ages 7 and up.