Origin / Destination
Las Vegas, Nevada - served by major airlines - is our starting and ending point. Plan to arrive in Las Vegas the afternoon or evening prior to your trail ride whether you fly or drive. If it is closer, more convenient, you can start your trip at Bryce Canyon, Utah. You will need to contact our office to make these arrangements.
Where To Stay
The Red Rock Ride Motel is:
Fairfield Inn Las Vegas
3850 S. Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89169
702-791-0899
When you call make sure you ask for group reservation rate for the Red Rock Ride Group, that rate is good until 30 days before your ride starts.
Emergency Contact Telephone Numbers
Canyon Trail Rides: 435-679-8665
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Crystal Mortensen: 435-616-8544
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Houston's Restaurant: 435-644-2488
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Tawn Mortensen: 435-690-0927
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Robert Houston: 801-550-7864
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Mickey Houston: 435-899-2140
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Getting Started
When And Where The Trip Ends
The trail ride ends Sunday morning in Las Vegas, NV. We will transport you back to the hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. We normally arrive around 12:00 noon Las Vegas time. As arrival times can vary due to unforeseen circumstances we suggest that return flights home be scheduled no earlier than 2:00 PM Las Vegas time.
Clothing For The Ride
Many a wonderful vacation has been spoiled by wearing uncomfortable clothing or the wrong kind of shoes. We want you to have a good time on your trail ride so please take these suggestions into consideration. Leather boots need to be well broken in, a pair of tennis shoes or other comfortable shoes should be brought along to wear in camp. Open toed shoes provide no protection from cactus and insects. Weather conditions are unpredictable and we recommend that you bring a water resistant coat or slicker to tie behind your saddle. Baseball caps are ok, but cowboy hats are best for shedding rain and provide protection from the sun, make sure your cowboy hat has a stamped or choke string on it. We suggest that you bring a sleeping bag with a sheet . We will provide a foam pad and cot. Because the trail ride is in the spring or fall, we advise you to bring clothing for warm weather as well as cold weather. We suggest that you use heavy duty canvas duffle bags or sturdy luggage that can take abuse.
Medical
This is a western outdoor vacation. It is physically demanding and participants should be in good physical condition. It is important that participants understand that we will make every reasonable effort to provide emergency medical services and evacuation if needed, but sometimes we will be in very remote sites that will take extra time to provide the needed medical attention.
Insurance
We feel it is prudent to purchase short term travel, cancellation and accident insurance. Policies can be purchases to cover the length of your vacation and include personal accident coverage and/or luggage and personal affects. In addition check with your insurance agent to see if your home owners policy covers loss or damage to your camera, luggage, etc.
Special Arrangements
- If you are on a special diet you may bring your own food or notify us and we will try and accommodate your needs.
- If you have any other special needs or requirements please contact our office.
Important - If You Change Your Plans
Money
There will be opportunities to purchase souvenirs and mementos of your trip, so we suggest you bring some cash with you. You may want to bring additional money for wrangler gratuities.
Two-piece rain suit or slicker
Sunglasses and glass retainer
Sweat suit
Bandanna, scarf, dust mask (trails are dusty sometimes)
Jacket or sweater
Insect repellent
Sleep wear
Cotton sheet (for sleeping on top of bag in hot weather)
Windbreaker
Special medications
Socks
Journals, pencils, paper
Long slacks levis/sweats
Toothbrush, toothpaste
Shirts or blouses consider long sleeves for sun protection
Deodorant
Boots or tennis shoes, thongs to wear in shower
Shaving cream/razor
Shampoo and soap
Personal feminine hygiene items
Towel and washcloth
Make-up
Cowboy hat or baseball caps
Comb, brush, hair spray
Musical instrument
Underwear
Stampede or choke string for you hat
Suntan lotion and sunscreen (generous supply)
Ear plugs for light sleepers
Lip balm
Sleeping bag
Flashlight and extra batteries
Saddle bags
Hand/body lotion
Long johns
Camera, film, memory cards
Riding Helmet