How to Spell Happiness…
How to spell happiness…H.O.R.S.E. [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2558″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Fall in South Dakota!
Hope y’all get out and enjoy the fall colors this year! They’re fantastic in South Dakota! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2555″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
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Here’s a few charaacters you might find at the KOA Campground and surrounding Black Hills Area! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2552″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2551″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2550″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2549″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=””…
Summer 2021!
This photo’s from a couple years back. We had a bang up year in 2020! Just a reminder to book your vacation for 2021 as our trails fill up fast! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2545″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Hard at Work!
Jim, hard at work! There’s way more to do then saddlin’ horses every morning! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2542″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
National Coffee Day!
It’s National Coffee Day! You haven’t had real coffee until you’ve tried campfire style coffee! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2539″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Barn Boss!
Our awesome barn boss Kristina, assisting a young rider! We couldn’t do it all without her! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2536″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Morning Sun!
Jim and some of the wranglers soaking up the morning sun, plus some of our colorful characters. Ahhh summer, we’re gonna miss it! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2533″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Just Horsin Around!
Just horsin around! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2530″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
One for the Books!
The work’s all done for the year! We’d like to thank all of our awesome customers who rode the trails and supported the Stables, even during a pandemic! 2020 was one for the books! We look forward to seeing you next year! 🐴🤠 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2527″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Q+A Wednesday – Hayleeim
One last Wrangler Q+A Wednesday! This week’s wrangler is Haylee! Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: The people are really friendly and there are beautiful hiking spots! 🌲 Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Gussy, she’s shy and sweet! 🐎 Q: How many years…
All Good Things Must Come To An End!
Headed out on our last ride of the season! ❤️ [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2515″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Well Oiled Machine!
It’s like a well-oiled machine around here with Jim, Erica and this wrangler crew! Can’t forget about Dude and Dally too! 😉 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2524″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2523″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Dogs are Like Potato Chips!
Dogs are like potato chips, ya can’t have just one! Stable mascots, Dally and Dude! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2512″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Tag Teamin’!
Tag teamin’! Jim and Erica, Stables Managers are hands on! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2505″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
WRANGLER Q+A WEDNESDAY – Mar
Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: Come for the cowboy history! There is also a lot of hunter recreational activities. 🌲 Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Indy, because he’s grouchy but also very sweet. ❤️ Q: How many years have you been riding? A: I’ve been…
Comin’ in!
Comin’ in for water after a good ride! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2508″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Speaks for Itself
Lots of good things I could say about this photo. I think it speaks for itself. [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2501″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Thirsty!
Sometimes our wranglers get really thirsty! 😂 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2498″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Only Nine Days Left
Only 10 days left until the 2020 season is over! If you had a great experience with us, we’d love to hear about it! Head over to our Facebook page and leave us a review! [image type=”rounded” src=”2495″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Horses are a Girl’s Best Friend!
Whoever said diamonds are a girl’s best friend, never owned a horse. 💎💙 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2492″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
WRANGLER Q+A WEDNESDAY – Arian
WRANGLER Q+A WEDNESDAY – Arian Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: There are lots of family activities outdoors. 🌲 Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Tumbleweed. He looks cute and a goofball! 🐴 Q: How many years have you been riding? A: 8 years.…
Quote of the Day
“There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man” – Sir Winston Chuchill [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2483″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Last Night of the Chuckwagon Dinner Show!
TONIGHT IS THE LAST NIGHT FOR THE CHUCKWAGON DINNER SHOW! Were you able to attend this summer? Let us know what your favorite part was down in the comments! 🍽🥩🐴🎸 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2480″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Ride More. Worry Less.
Ride more. Worry less. [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2477″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
WRANGLER Q+A WEDNESDAY – Johnima
WRANGLER Q+A WEDNESDAY – John Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: Because there are a lot of unique breweries/craft beers exclusive to the Black Hills area. 🍺 Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Tumbleweed, because he looks like a marshmallow. 🐴 Q: How many…
2020 Wrangler Crew
Our 2020 Wrangler Crew! 🐴🤠 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2471″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Barn Boss! ima
We sure do appreciate our barn boss Kristina and all she does here at the Stables! 💯 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2468″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Chuckwagon Dinner Show!
Only a few more dates for the Chuckwagon Dinner Show this year! August 18,19,20,21!! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2463″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2465″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2050″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Q+A Wednesday – Taylor
WRANGLER WEDNESDAY – Taylor Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: There is so much to do and there is a lot of natural spaces to visit. Q: Who is your favorite horse here and why? A: Ruger, he is gigantic but super sweet! Q: How many years have you been riding? A: Twelve…
Wrangler Q+A Wednesday – Shannon
Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: Because it’s a hidden gem in the US! 🇺🇸 Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: T-Bone, because he has such a funny personality and he’s very photogenic! 🐴 Q: How many years have you been riding horses? A: 19…
Summer Plans?
We’ve been very busy this summer! Make sure to book your ride in advance as space can be limited! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2452″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Chuckwagon Dinner Show!
Only a few more dates for the Chuckwagon Dinner Show! Don’t miss out!! August 1,4,5,6,7,11,13,18,19,20,21 More information can be found here on our website: https://ridesouthdakota.com/rushmore-horseback-riding/chuck-wagon-dinner-show/ [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2449″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Wednesday Q+A – Zac
ZAC – Wrangler Questions Wrangler Wednesday Q+A! This week’s wrangler…Zac! Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: There’s a lot to do and a lot to see! Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Smoot because when someone rides him, they looks like a warlord…and he’s…
National Day of the Cowboy
Happy National Day of the Cowboy! Hope ya’ll did somethin’ to celebrate! 🐴❤️🤠 Long live cowboys! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2440″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Q+A Wednesday –
Wrangler Q+A Wednesday! This week’s wrangler is Mireille! She’s worked at the Stables for eleven years! Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: Great Faces Great Places! ☀️ Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Gypsy because she is awesome! (Gypsy is Mireille’s personal horse) 🐴 …
There’s Work To Be Done!
There’s work to be done! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2433″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Hard Work!
“Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don’t recognize them: – Ann Landers [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2430″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Q+A Wednesday!
Wrangler Q+A Wednesday! This week’s wrangler is Sarah! Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: There is no humidity here! Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Skunk, because he’s small and I’m small. He also gets really exited about food. Q: How many years have you been riding?…
It Has Been A Good Day!
If at the end of the day you smell like horses, it has been a good day! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2422″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Wednesday Q+A – Lizi
It’s Wednesday and you know what that means…another Wrangler Wednesday Q+A! 🤠 Liz always has a smile on her face! This is her first year as a wrangler at the Stables. Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: So you can come ride at the Stables and see all the horses! 🐴 Q: Who…
Happy 4th of July!
Wishing you a happy 4th of July from the Stables at Palmer Gulch! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2413″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2414″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””][image type=”thumbnail” src=”2415″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Got Plans?
We hope you have plans to ride with us tomorrow at The Stables at Palmer Gulch! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2410″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
No Butts About It!
No butts about it, we love horses here! 😊 [image src=”2407″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Chubby & Dunnit
Happy retirement to Chubby and Dunnit! [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2402″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Wednesday Q+A
It’s Wrangler Q+A Wednesday!! This is Airin’s first year at The Stables! Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: It truly is its own experience and is so beautiful! Q: Who is your favorite horse at the Stables and why? A: Folgers, he is goofy and fun to be around! Q:…
Wagon Master’s Breakfast!
Circle the wagons and load em’ up! We’re headed to the Wagon Master’s Breakfast tomorrow morning at 8:00 a.m. sharp! This breakfast meal takes place in a remote mountain meadow. You’ll ride approximately 20 minutes on a horse drawn covered wagon. Watch a real chuck wagon cook use a wood fire and taste dutch oven…
Wagon Masters Breakfast
WAGON MASTER’S BREAKFAST Wednesday & Saturday at 8:00 AM! Horse Drawn Covered Wagon Ride This breakfast meal takes place in a remote mountain meadow. You’ll ride approximately 20 minutes on a horse drawn covered wagon. Watch a real chuck wagon cook use a wood fire and taste dutch oven dishes prepared fresh right out of…
Family Friendly Trails
All our trails are family friendly! 😊 [image type=”thumbnail” src=”2388″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””]
Wrangler Wednesday!
It’s Wrangler Wednesday! Time for another Q+A! This is Sidney’s first year at the Stables! Q: Why should people visit South Dakota? A: Because it’s beautiful and there is a ton to do outside! Q: Who is your favorite horse here and why? A: Major, he has a black bear nose. He looks like a…
Orientation Time!
[image type=”thumbnail” src=”2381″ alt=”” href=”” title=”” info_content=”” lightbox_caption=”” id=”” class=”” style=””] It’s orientation time! Jim, the Stables manager, shares the basic do’s and don’ts for riding out on the trail! [text_output]It’s orientation time! Jim, the Stables manager, shares the basic do’s and don’ts for riding out on the trail![/text_output]
Lighthearted
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Smoot!
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Chuckwagon Dinner Show!
Hands up if you enjoyed our first Chuckwagon Dinner Show of the year last night? We served up steak and cast iron cookin’! Also, if you road horseback to the Chuckwagon Dinner Show, you can view your images at howeyeseeitphotography.shootproof.com
Fun For All!
Fun for the whole family! These riders are headed to the Custer trail for an hour and a half ride!
Chuckwagon Dinner Show!
Our Chuckwagon Dinner Show starts June 10th! Wagons leave the Stables at 5:00 pm! Make your reservation today!
Opening Day!
It’s opening day at the Stables and we’re all smiles about that! Rides go out at 8:30, 10:30, 12:30, 2:30, and 4:30!
Great Faces, Places, and Horses!
Custer trail bound! The Stables at Palmer Gulch has some of the best places, faces and horses!
Heart Happy Ridin’!
Trail riding at the Stables At Palmer Gulch makes my heart happy!
RARIN TO RIDE!
We are RARIN to go for opening weekend! This Saturday, May 23rd! Trail horses arrived at the stables today! 🐴
Don’t Forget to Smile!
Be on the lookout for our photographers on the trail and don’t forget to smile! 😊 Photos can be purchased near the stables and make for a great, memorable souvenir!
Wagon Master Breakfast Ride!
Join us for the first Wagon Master’s Breakfast Ride on June 24th! More upcoming dates include: June 24,27. July: 1,4,8,11,15,18,22,25,29. August: 1. The menu consists of our delicious Bronc Buster hash…. Bacon and beef, chopped potatoes, onions, peppers and secret seasonings browned and cooked to perfection over the fire in a cast iron pot. For…
Opening Day!
We’re saddlin’ up for opening day on May 23rd! Sure hope to see you there!
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day mama’s! We couldn’t do it without you!
National Tourism Day!
Happy National Tourism Day! We can’t wait to see you this summer at The Stables at Palmer Gulch! #GetOutside
Dinner Show Lineup!
Whoa! That’s some line up! Hopin’ there ain’t a stampede for supper at our Chuckwagon Dinner Show! Clayton and Rhonda, our dutchoven masters, always make plenty to go around!
Sun’s Out!
Hats on, sun’s out in South Dakota! Let’s do this!
Hittin’ The Trails!
Looking forward to hittin’ the trails this summer!
Cowgirl Cool!
Being cowgirl is cool!
An Open Gate!
“Live like someone left the gate open!”
Buckin’ That Winter
Winter is sure buckin’ spring today in South Dakota! ❄️ Yesterday was near summer like in the Black Hills! ☀️
Hang Tough
We know social distancing isn’t easy, but hang tough! Blue skies are ahead!
Ahhh Summer!
Ahhh summer! A scenic wagon or horseback ride under the blue skies along with some good campfire cookin’ and cowboy yodelin’ to top it all off!
Clean Stalls, Dirty House
“Will happily muck 15 stalls. Refuses to clean the house.”
Havin’ A Bad Day?
“No matter how bad your day is, there’s always someone waiting for you at the barn.”
Bring on the Spring!
“Bring on the spring flowers, sunshine and trail rides!”
Mount Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch
Some beautiful views for you to enjoy on your summer vacation at the Mount Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch Resort!
Winter Is Back!
Winter is back in South Dakota!
You Can’t Have Just One
Horses are like potato chips, you can’t have just one!
Saddle Up!
Feelin’ down? Saddle up!
Home Is Where The Herd Is!
“Home is where the herd is!”
Hay or Halters?
She got hay or halters? Halters, get ready to run!
Quote of the Day!
“It takes two things to do a job, to start and to finish.”
Happy Presidents Day!
In honor of George Washington, the first president of the United States, we’re celebrating President’s Day! What are your plans if you have the day off?
Tumbling Tumbleweed!
Oh look! It’s tumbling Tumbleweed! Click on this link to listen in to the original Sons of the Pioneers’s edition of “Tumbling Tumbleweeds”. One of the all time favorite cowboy campfire tunes! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzxz0M7Wws0
Voted #1!
Voted the #1 Outdoor Activity on TripAdvisor.com!
Horse Power!
“Horse power is no substitute for horse sense.”
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! 2019 has gone and went. Here’s to wishin’ 2020 is your best year yet!
A Calm Demeanor Is Best
“Around animals and in most other places, a calm demeanor is best.”
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! Here’s to wishin’ all your barns are full of horses!🎄
Winter Frosting!
Winter frosting on my face. ❄️
Rangy!
Smoot, lookin’ rangy!