Gila Backcountry Services
Zack and Jamie Crockett
23 Airstrip Rd
Gila Hot Springs, New Mexico
HC 68 Box 75Y
Silver City, NM 88061
Phone: 575.536.2213
Mule Riding Trips for Two
This arrangement offers the very best in wilderness riding trips. Perfect
for couples or two friends with similar interests. We’ll create an itinerary
with a pace and focus that caters just to you. The addition of a second
guide will allow us to provide the ultimate in safety and service.
Cost for two: 
per day
per day with one guide $550
$550 with two guides $750
$750Bring your own Horse
If you have your own horses or mules and love riding and camping, a backcountry trip is a rewarding experience. This is a custom trip designed to cater to your individual/group desires. If you prefer a do-it-yourself camp, see the Packing Service page for drop camps.
Horses or mules that you bring must meet these conditions:
•Be properly conditioned for the planned activity
Be properly conditioned for the planned activity•Well shod and hooves in good condition
Well shod and hooves in good condition•Accustomed to wearing hobbles and being tied up for long periods of time
Accustomed to wearing hobbles and being tied up for long periods of time•Generally calm on the trail and experienced in a variety of terrain and conditions
Generally calm on the trail and experienced in a variety of terrain and conditionsMake sure your gear is in good condition. Work out any gear or major training issues with your animal before planning a backcountry trip.
Cost: $225 per person per day
Riding Trips
Operating under a special use permit from Gila National Forest.
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There is a coolness in the breeze. It gets passed from tree to tree, picking up speed, swirling and dropping. The leaves quiver and become still. The canyon moans and quiets. These moments growl and whisper - they relieve and inspire.
Gila Backcountry Services, Gila Hot Springs, New Mexico
info@gilabackcountryservices.com 575.536.2213
Riding on the West Fork.
Night view of camp and stars. Photo credit: Steve Kennedy
For a true western experience, try an awe-inpiring ride in the Southwest's largest Wilderness.
These full service trips include all gear and supplies. Guides cook delicious, hearty meals and do camp chores.
