How is it scenic when it is dark?
On a clear night, the stars are spectacular, and the moon can illuminate the snow so much you could walk out in the darkness and not need a flashlight. Even if it’s snowing, the ride is beautiful. Each sleigh has a light, and the light illuminates the snowfall and the steam coming off the horses. Either way, it’s everything and more than you have imagined.

How long do the rides last?
All rides last about 40 minutes - They depart from and arrive back at the clubhouse.

How far away are you from Breckenridge?
We are 4 miles North of downtown Breckenridge and 4 miles South of Frisco. Expect about a 15-minute drive. Click here to download printable driving directions(pdf 145k)

Are the toilets outside?
After a hard day of skiing and shopping, we wouldn’t want to go outside either. The clubhouse has full restroom facilities. There is also a full bar, a roaring fireplace surrounded by comfy overstuffed leather couches and endless views.

What should I wear?
You need to dress warmly as temperature fall rapidly after sunset. Please wear warm footwear and good gloves. We do provide warm fleece blankets, and the horses have a heater system, but we haven’t worked out the emissions problem. The seats are not heated.

Where do we park?
Plenty of free parking is located at the Clubhouse at the Gold Run Nordic Center.

Are kids allowed?
Kids particularly like the ride and the huge draft horses. Kids 3 and under are free.

Can we take pictures?
The horses are not camera shy, but some of the wranglers are. If you ask them nicely, they may smile for you (the wranglers that is!)

What credit cards do you accept?
We accept MasterCard, Visa and Travelers Checks. Sorry, we do not accept personnel checks. We may accept company checks as pre-payment for larger groups.

What kind of horses do you use? Don’t they get cold?
We use four Percherons Draft Horses, and four Belgian Draft Horses. A team of two horses pulls each sleigh. The Percherons are about 16 hands tall, and weigh about 2,000 pounds each. The Percherons were originally from France and were bred to take knights into battle. The Wranglers will tell you more during the ride. Each team gets a day off every third day. They are immune to the cold, and prefer 0 degrees versus the summer heat.

Do we have dinner in a tent?
No. We use the clubhouse at the Gold Run Nordic Center for all our activities.

What is the menu?
After being seated, you will be offered a salad with your choice of two dressings and soft chewy rolls with butter. Good luck deciding between a London Broil seasoned with Corriander and Teriyaki or a Young William Chicken which has been stuffed with Brie Cheese and Forest Mushrooms. To accompany these yummy entrees are Garlic Mashed Potatoes and California Blend Vegetables. If you have room, you can finish up with creamy cheesecake and make one last decision between blueberry or strawberry toppings.

If we have a large party, can each family pay separately?
Yes by Mastercard , Visa or Travelers Checks. (Cold cash is always acceptable!)

What is your cancellation policy?
A 48-hour cancellation policy will be strictly enforced for all rides. Reservations are required. Please call 970-453-4405 as soon as you foresee a problem or have any additions or deletions to your party. Prices do not include taxes or gratuity for servers and wranglers.

Can we special order for dietary restrictions or children?
Many dietary requirements can be accommodated and chickens fingers can be prepared for the little ones. Please provide at least 24 hours notice or request at the time of your reservation.

Is transportation provided?
We only provide sleigh transportation. We cannot come and pick you up or arrange other transportation.

Do you have a printable brochure?
Yes. Click here to download our complete brochure (pdf 714k). You may also download printable driving directions(pdf 145k)