Walk or ride under the blue sky through meadows that have browned with the recent summer heat; pass through aspen groves or stands of giant ponderosa pines. Enjoy rock roses and 

penstemon along rock ridges in rimrock canyons that seem to appear out of nowhere in the desolate appearing landscape.

Just north of Thompson Reservoir, the USFS has finished a trail system that contains hundreds of miles of trails. Along the way will be horse camps for anybody who wants to take their horse with them! Ride through the high desert country and feel the cool autumn breezes as you and your horse move together across the lava strewn meadows.  The Lodge now offers horseback packing service.  Call for details.

Watch for bald eagles, Canada geese, White Faced Ibis, Yellow-headed blackbirds, Goshawks, Hermit Thrushes, Red-tail hawks and Great Blue Herons. Summer Lake Basin supports over 250 different species of birds.  You may catch a glimpse of Mule deer, Mountain lions, Rocky Mountain elk, Black bear, Porcupines, Pronghorn antelope and Coyotes. 
When you come across a high desert stream, let your horse cool off for a moment while you inhale the scents and enjoy the low sunlight adding striking colors to the fall scenery! Ask the folks at The Lodge for more information on horseback riding in the area. They are working with the US Forest Service to make the Fremont National Forest a great place to visit!

Phone: (541)943-3993

Email: thelodge31@gmail.com