Equestrian Activities on the Ranch

As a part of the shared ranch experience, Marabou offers the best equestrian opportunities available in the Steamboat Springs area. If you're imagining yourself atop the majestic Rocky Mountains feeling the power and freedom of the ride, then imagine yourself calling the Colorado mountain land at Marabou home.

The developers of the shared ranches at Marabou have taken pride in constructing over 20 miles of horse friendly trails throughout the 1,717 acre property. You can challenge yourself through the mountains and hills or enjoy a leisurely trot through the riverside trails of this land near Steamboat Springs.

As a part of the shared ranch concepts of Marabou, your horses will be boarded and cared for at the Marabou horse barn. You now have the benefit of keeping your horse with you at your ranch property, avoiding the hassle of coordinating travel and board for your steed. Ranch hands at Marabou will take care of and maintain your horses as if they were our own.

If you're new to the sport of equestrian riding, Marabou has provided one of the most influential members of the bull riding realm, Chad Bedell, to assist you in exploring the sport. As part of the Master Guide services that Marabou offers, Chad Bedell, Horseback Master Guide and Ranch Manager, has had 12 years of professional experience in rodeo arena, rope and barrel racing. Bedell's experience with the navigation of the mountain trails and well disciplined horses provides the safest possible experience for new riders and is sure to satisfy your craving for adventure.

In addition to the trails at Marabou, there is also a full sized roping area in which intermediate and novice riders can establish themselves as experienced and skilled horsemen.

Find your balance of power and confidence with the equestrian opportunities made available exclusively to the ranch land owners of Marabou.