Summer Scenic & Fishing Adventures

Montana Summer Overnight Horseback Trip

Dearborn Canyon Overnight Horseback Trip (Scapegoat Wilderness)

Step away from the busy world and into true Montana backcountry on this 2-day / 1-night scenic horseback getaway with Montana Safaris. Departing from Augusta, Montana, this trip follows the stunning Dearborn Canyon on a roughly 9-mile ride into the Scapegoat Wilderness—a perfect option for guests who want an authentic wilderness experience without needing to take a full week off.

You’ll travel by well-trained mountain stock and ride with an experienced guiding crew that handles the backcountry logistics, camp setup, and meals so you can focus on the views, the ride, and the campfire experience. Expect big scenery, peaceful wilderness quiet, and classic Montana hospitality from start to finish.

Once you arrive at camp, the evening is all about relaxing and soaking it in—followed by a memorable 4-course steak dinner in the backcountry. Wake up the next morning to a quiet wilderness sunrise and a hearty breakfast before riding back out to town.

This is one of the best ways to experience Montana’s wild country in a short, comfortable, and scenic package—ideal for couples, families, small groups, or anyone wanting a true overnight wilderness ride.

What’s Included

• Fully guided horseback ride into the Scapegoat Wilderness
• Approximately 9-mile scenic ride up the Dearborn Canyon
• Backcountry camp (all logistics handled)

Meals + drinks provided

• Sack lunch (Day 1)
• 4-course steak dinner (at camp)
• Hearty breakfast (Day 2)
• Sack lunch (Day 2)

Camp activities may include

• Campfire time
• Horseshoes & games
• Photography
• Star gazing

Montana Summer Backcountry Fishing Trips

Scenic Backcountry Fishing Trips — Montana Safaris

Experience the remote beauty of Montana’s high country on a true horseback wilderness fishing loop with Montana Safaris. These summer trips are built for guests who want more than a standard fishing vacation — combining scenic horseback travel, comfortable backcountry camps, and guided fly-fishing opportunities for wild Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout in country most people never reach.

Whether you’re looking for a shorter scenic loop with optional fishing, or a full-week backcountry fishing experience designed for fly anglers, Montana Safaris delivers a classic Montana adventure: big views, remote water, well-run camps, and a pace that lets you actually enjoy the wilderness.

All trips are fully guided with camp logistics, meals, and camp support handled by the Montana Safaris team.

What’s Included

• Fully guided horseback wilderness trip
• Backcountry lodging/camps (camp set-up handled by outfitter)
• Access to fishing water during itinerary
• Camp support team & daily logistics
• Lodging included as part of package

5 Day / 4 Night Scenic Loop — Horseback Wilderness Ride & Optional Fly-Fishing

• 5 days / 4 nights fully guided horseback loop
• 3 riding days + 2 layover days
• 2 different backcountry camps
• Typically 1–2 fishing days available (conditions depending)
• Targets Rainbow Trout + Cutthroat Trout
• Best for guests wanting a scenic ride first, fishing as a bonus

7 Day / 6 Night Ultimate Bob Marshall Backcountry Fishing

• 7 days / 6 nights
• 3 separate backcountry camps
• 3 full guided fishing days
• Targets wild Rainbow Trout + Cutthroat Trout
• Horseback access to remote wilderness waters near the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex
• Family-friendly pace with time for camp relaxation and scenery

7 Day / 6 Night North Wall Trip — Bob Marshall Wilderness (Chinese Wall Region)

• 7 days / 6 nights
• 3–4 backcountry camps throughout the route
• 1–2 days of river fishing + possible lake fishing day
• Targets Rainbow Trout + Cutthroat Trout
• Best for adventurous guests wanting a more strenuous, high-country route

Location: Near the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex (outside Bynum, Montana) · Max Group Size: Up to 10 guests · Primary Species: Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout.

General Drop Camp Service

Drop Camp — Bob Marshall Backcountry Access (Horse Pack-In/Out)

Montana Safaris’ Drop Camp trips are built for hunters and backcountry campers who want real Montana wilderness time—without the stress of getting gear and supplies deep into remote country. Operating out of Bynum, Montana, our team will pack you and your equipment in by horseback to a remote camp location near the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, then return at the end of your trip to pack you out.

This experience is ideal for guests who want a self-directed backcountry adventure. Whether your goal is hunting elk, mule deer, black bear, or wolf, or simply setting up a quiet off-grid wilderness camp, this option gives you remote access with proven stock logistics and the security of a reliable pack-in/pack-out plan.

You choose how you want to spend your days—this is not a guided hunt. Montana Safaris provides orientation, wilderness access, and pack support, including pack-out services for harvested game, while you handle your own food, meals, and day-to-day plan in camp.

What’s Included

• Horseback pack-in and pack-out from the trailhead
• Access to remote wilderness camp locations near the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex
• Optional basic camp setup with camp essentials (as needed)
• Pack-out of harvested animals
• Reliable stock and pack support handled by experienced outfitters

Important: Not a guided hunt (you hunt/camp independently). Food & meals are NOT provided — bring your own supplies. This is a logistics service designed for experienced hunters/campers wanting remote access.