Winter with kids has a way of blurring together: cold mornings, busy calendars, and plenty of time indoors. That's why the outings that feel a little bit magical are the ones that stick. This year, Pigeon Lake Horse Drawn Rides is bringing that magic to the saddle with its Glow Trail Rides, a nighttime ride along lit-up trails that gives families a whole new way to see the season.
Making Holiday Memories at Pigeon Lake Horse Drawn Rides
Forget peering at Christmas lights through a car window. On a Glow Trail Ride, every rider gets their own horse for a 30-minute trip along the ranch's groomed trails, all glowing after dark.
For parents, it's a chance to slow down and watch winter through your kids' eyes again. There are no screens and no rush, just crisp air, quiet trails, and the kind of shared experience you simply can't recreate at home.
Each ride is $30 per horse, and you can book up to six horses at once, which is perfect for bringing the whole crew. You'll just need a $15-per-horse deposit to lock in your spot, and holiday dates tend to go fast, so it's worth booking early.
This one's best for kids 10 and up who can steer and stop a horse on their own. Riding with someone under 18? A parent or guardian will need to sign a waiver before heading out.
Last thing: helmets are a must. Bring your own or borrow one at the ranch, and have everyone wear closed-toe shoes with a heel so boots stay put in the stirrups.
Getting to Pigeon Lake Horse Drawn Rides
The ranch sits near Pigeon Lake in the County of Wetaskiwin, just over an hour outside Edmonton. Use these directions to find your way to the ranch, then settle in for a glowing ride through the holiday season.
