Rainbow Pack Outfitters - Bishop, California

cheryll P.

This was such an experience. Had a wonderful time on my overnight packing trip. The guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. I would recommend Rainbow Packing Outfitters for a trip of a lifetime. It was a great way to experience the Sierras and nature. Highly recommend doing this trip.

Joe G.

This place is absolutely amazing I took my three kids 11, 12& 13.. They had an absolute blast the guides are so great with the direction with minimal experience riders I cannot wait to go back again

Lisa C.

Simply the best day I've had since the lockdown.... So I'm going back again next weekend! 🙂

Paula O.

We just returned from our long awaited mule packing trip into the Sierra Nevada mountains and I can say it was the most amazing experience! Now, I’m not much of camper, so we planned a one night trip and it was perfect for us. I have always ridden horses over the years so I wasn’t sure I wanted to ride a mule. Turns out, I have the utmost respect for their abilities. They are incredible animals! As for the guides, I can’t say enough. They were knowledgeable and so professional! We had one member of our group of friends who was somewhat nervous about riding in the terrain and with our guide’s reassurance she relaxed and had a great time. Our meals were prepared for us and delicious. The beauty and serenity of these mountains is beyond description.
Thank you, Rainbow Pack Outfitters!!

Mark B.

This place was pretty fun! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. They were happy to show us around and let the little one feed a horse. The hour long ride was just the right amount of time and it was gorgeous! Great views of the mountains and creek. Our guide knew a lot about the plants and animals on the trail. Was definitely worth it and would recommend coming here for a horse back ride.

Ella's B. C. A. I. C. S.

Beware....Fat shaming! Worst experience
We called to book our ride and spoke to
Theresa. She asked the weight and height of the riders. I told her our height and let her know we needed larger animals as we are bigger girls but did not exceed the 250 weight limit requirement.

She assured me she had larger animals and it would be fine. I let her know where we were driving from and she said we were an hour and 1/2 away. Theresa called back after speaking with her manager, shortening our ride in half because the trail is up and down hill. She assured me that there was no issue with riding.

After a long journey through the mountains, we arrived ready for a fun day of riding. When we got there, Theresa looked at us and said our legs were not long enough. We were taken aback. Upon further questions and discussion it became clear that there was alternative reasoning. Even though we all fell under the weight restrictions, we LOOKED too heavy to ride, then later revealed that the owner was trying to sell and would have concerns.

The conversation fell into an awkward silence. We were frustrated, disappointed, and upset. I even suggested not going on the trail just riding around camp but they insisted we could not ride the horses safely, apologized, and turned us away. Theresa went as far as to comment to my girls how hard it is to be too fat then offered us cookies!

James overheard the conversation and suggested that we meet the horses. We brushed and pet them, which was very kind of him.

I would not recommend taking the drive through the mountains for these folks. There were many alternative riding options in the area. I'd suggest taking your business to a place that's more organized, transparent, and kind.

Margaret F.

Had a great trip with them, 100% made our hike easier not having to haul our packs all the way up. Being older folks we still love the outdoors but don’t have as much stamina to get back there, having Rainbow take our packs made it a nice hike to our camping spot and we weren’t exhausted when we got there. The horses and mules were very pretty as well.

LINDA M.

They were great with the kids and we all had a nice time. it was so much fun that my nice went riding all three day. So too the 30min, hour ride, and the 2 hour and enjoyed all of them.