The Swinging 'W' Ranch in Eagle is one place your family can experience the beauty at such a pace, says manager Shelly Bruce. For the longer rides, you need to be at least 13 years old and have some horseback riding experience. We have horses that range in size from small to large, and children 6 years old and up can ride alone if they'd like. With more than 100 horses in its stables, the Swinging 'W' is a popular place. It's open year 'round, but Bruce says business is slower in winter, for obvious reasons.
Horseback riding can be a great deal of fun for an entire family, or for an extended family outing.
Enjoy the peaceful beauty of our state while you travel the land at an unhurried pace. More than 30 years ago, the state turned an abandoned rail bed into the Elroy-Sparta Trail. Ever since, states across the country have been copying us and creating motor vehicle-free bike trails from our model. The touring trails have paved or crushed rock surfaces and are perfect for families because few have significant grades, making riding easy. There are rest stops along the way, and some trails even boast playground stops a big benefit for youngsters who sit in bike seats.