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Wagon Ride + Cowboy BBQ Cookout

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Starts atCA$ 149US$ 112€ 98£ 84A$ 161
Duration: 3 Hours
Age: All Ages
Departure: 11:30am, 4:00pm, 5:00pm
Season: May-Oct

Guaranteed departure. This tour runs as scheduled with no minimum group size — book with confidence, it won’t be cancelled for low numbers.

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Overview

Arrive at “3 Mile” for a true western experience with delicious comfort food. Before you eat, enjoy some western-style activities like lassoing and horseshoes.

This adventure is great for families and is offered for both lunch and dinner. The BBQ site was renovated in 2023, providing a neat and comfortable setting with covered outdoor seating.

Group bookings for cowboy cookouts are available, including exclusive use for groups of up to 60 people.

Contact us to learn more about group bookings.

Dietary requests

Our establishment is located in a remote backcountry area. Due to our unique location, our kitchen operates with limited resources. We are unable to accommodate requests beyond our set menus (steak dinner or vegetarian dinner).

*Please note that our kitchen contains common allergens, including but not limited to: dairy, wheat, soy, sesame, mustards, garlic, tree nuts, peanuts, eggs and egg products.

Menu

  • BBQ steak
  • Baked potato
  • Cowboy baked beans
  • Caesar salad
  • Lunch buns
  • Dessert squares
  • Juice
  • Coffee, tea & hot chocolate

Highlights

The best parts of the tour for most people include the following:

Bow River
Bow River
Western barbecue at 3 Mile Cabin
Western barbecue at 3 Mile Cabin
Western Games at the 3 Mile Cabin
Western Games at the 3 Mile Cabin

Tour Details

Tour Duration
3 Hours
Departure Time
11:30am, 4:00pm, 5:00pm
Age Required
All Ages
Season
May-Oct
Transport Options
Meet at Banff Trail Riders Stables

Included

  • Relaxing covered wagon ride along the Bow River
  • BBQ cookout (lunch or dinner) with an authentic cowboy menu
  • Western-style activities like horseshoes and lassoing
  • Covered outdoor seating at the BBQ site

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the tour?+
The tour runs for three hours, including two hours of riding in the wagon.
What does the tour include?+
The tour includes a one-hour wagon ride along the Bow River to “3 Mile” where you will enjoy a western cookout, followed by a one-hour return wagon ride.
Where is the meeting point?+
Please meet at the Banff Trail Riders Stables, the big red stables located at the end of Sundance Road in Banff. The stables are located approximately a five minute drive or a 20 minute walk from downtown Banff, and there is plenty of free parking at the site. Please see the below map for the location of Banff Trail Riders Stables:
When should I arrive?+
Please ensure that you arrive 30 minutes before the ride is scheduled to depart.
What should I wear?+
Mosquito repellant is highly recommended.
If some people in our group are going on horseback, will we meet up?+
Yes, everyone will meet at “3 Mile” for the barbecue.
What if it rains?+
Wagon rides run rain or shine, so please dress for the weather.
What is the cancellation policy?+
There is a 24 hour cancellation policy, which allows you to change, cancel, or refund your booking up to 24 hours prior to your tour (or up to 7 days prior for group bookings).
Should I tip my guide?+
Tips are not expected, but are certainly appreciated. If you think your guide did a wonderful job and would like to indicate that with a tip, it will be graciously accepted.

Booking Terms

  • Riders must check in at least 30 minutes prior to departure.
  • Children aged 12 years and under must be accompanied in the wagon by a legal guardian. Children aged 13-17 years must have a legal guardian on the ride with them (wagon or horseback).
  • Infants are free of charge, but this does not include any food.
  • All adults must sign a waiver prior to the ride. A waiver must also be completed by the legal guardian of any child under the age of 18.
  • Photo ID may be required for identity verification.
  • By participating in a tour, guests are acknowledging that they understand that we may take video and photographs of them during their tour. These videos and photographs may be used in promotional materials including, but not limited to, social media.
  • Refunds are not issued if guests are disqualified from riding due to not meeting these requirements. Please note our cookouts require a minimum of 4 participants, please call us 24 hours prior to your tour to confirm your booking.
  • By participating in a tour with Discover Banff Tours or Banff Trail Riders, guests are acknowledging that they understand that we may take video and photographs of them during their tour. These videos and photographs may be used in promotional materials including, but not limited to, social media.
  • A 10% gratuity is mandatory for all group bookings of 10 or more guests. This gratuity helps us ensure high-quality service for larger groups. If the gratuity option is not selected at the time of booking, our team will contact you directly to arrange for this payment prior to your tour.

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Wagon Ride + Cowboy BBQ Cookout
From CA$ 149US$ 112€ 98£ 84A$ 161