Diamond J
When you set off on your adventure to Diamond J, you'll notice how beautiful the drive out is. You might get to even see wild horses on your way. Diamond J is alongside the Red Deer river and nestled in a valley that rests up against the Ya Ha Tinda ranch. Rich in history and culture, it draws out the curious adventurer to this rugged landscape. Explore it on horse back, river raft, try our new tasty restaurant or go for a hike. We also have a venue for events.
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Live your cowboy life dream for one day!
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Opening day is May Long, May 17th 2024.
6 spots max per ride from May Long to June 30th and from September 2nd until October 13th
12 spots max per ride from July 1st to September 1st
We will be open until October 13th, 2024.
TIMETABLE AND PRICES
DAILY from May 17th to September 30th
Friday, Saturday, Sunday from October 1st to October 13th
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Eagle Lake Ride: 10am - 12:30pm - $88
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James Fall Ride: 1pm - 5pm - $144
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Surf 'n Saddle: 11am - 2pm - $99 (until September 7th only)
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Big Horn Ride: 11am - 12:30pm - $55
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Steak + 1 hour ride: 6pm - 8pm - $88
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Sunset ride 1 hour ride: 8:30pm - 9:30pm - $55
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IMPORTANT
PAYMENT MUST BE MADE IN FULL ONCE YOU BOOK FOR A RIDE
OUR REFUND POLICY IS AS FOLLOW
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CANCELLATION 7 DAYS OR BEFORE - FULL REFUND IN RANCH CREDIT
CANCELLATION BEFORE 96 HOURS (4 DAYS) - 50% REFUND IN RANCH CREDIT
CANCELLATION LESS THAN 96 HOURS - NO REFUND
Eagle Lake Ride
About 2.5 HR Trail Ride
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$88
Daily at 10am.
Start your day right. This ride goes to Eagle Lake. It crosses a creek and take you to the beautiful mountain fed lake. The water is crystal blue. You are surrounded with 360 degrees mountain views. It is relatively flat and great for all levels of riders.
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We have a little break for pictures on the way.
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*In operation from May long to Thanksgiving 2024
James Falls Ride
About 4HR Trail Ride
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$144
Daily at 1pm.
This is a beautiful ride to James Falls. Cross creeks and follow the valley along a beautiful corridor and mountain lake that leads you to this 250m waterfall.
Great for all levels of riders.
We have a little break on the way.
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*In operation from May long to Thanksgiving 2024
Surf 'n Saddle
About 3 HRS
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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
NOW $99
Starts at 11am and ends at 2PM
For the curious adventurer try our Surf 'n Saddle. This experience starts with a horse back ride down the valley towards Big Horn, then we meet up with the raft and float down the Red Deer river on class I and II sections of the river. This will leave you hungry and we'll take you back to our restaurant for a delicious home cook meal. Choose from burgers, wraps or nachos.
Leaves daily at 11 AM and it’s approximately three hours long. You start at Diamond J location. Ride horses, float down the Red Deer river. Winding through the mountains, it's gentle enough for your whole family to enjoy and a great introduction to outdoor adventures.
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We recommend you bring long pants and closed toe shoes for the ride. For the rafting, you can bring a swimming suit/shorts/light shirt, a pair of runners/sandals that can get wet and a towel. You'll be able to change before the rafting trip.
We recommend your bring a water bottle as well. We provide helmets and life jackets.
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*In operation from July 22nd - September 1st
Steak Supper Ride
1h Trail Ride
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$88
Daily at 6pm.
Enjoy a classic cowboy BBQ Steak Supper paired with a 1 hour trail ride along the scenic Red Deer River. Set out on an evening ride of stunning views of the Ya Ha Tinda . A great way to wind down before relaxing by a campfire
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*In operation from May long to Thanksgiving 2024
Sunset Ride
1.5h Trail Ride
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$55
Daily at 8:30pm
A perfect conclusion to your day. Ride off into the sunset along the Red Deer River and be mesmerized by the symphony of colors as the drift below the peaks and valleys of the Great Canadian Rockies
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*In operation from May long to Thanksgiving 2024
Diamond J Bar & Grill
BBQ smoked meat
Homemade meals
Pies and desserts
Hot & Cold drinks
Before or after your rides, or even if you are just out for a drive, come and sit back in our cozy country style restaurant nestled at the bottom of the mountains. We offer a whole range of homemade treats such as pies and cinnamon buns and locally inspired heritage meals with barbecued steak, ribs and wings. Breakfast, lunch and supper, we serve them all.
The coffee is always hot and we always have a smile for new and old friends.
E-bikes Rentals
1-2-3 or 4HRS
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$25 per Hour
A new and exciting way to explore the multiple trails around the area. E-bikes open up new possibilities for individuals of different ages and fitness level to experience the joy of mountain biking with a sense of freedom and exploration.
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Power assisted pedal bike of different sizes to accommodate kids and adults.
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Event Venue
Weddings, team-building events, corporate events, clinics
If you are looking for a venue for your next event, look no further. Our location has everything to plan the perfect event:
- a spacious restaurant room and outside area to host your meetings and diner
- activities to bring your team together: horseback riding, rafting and hiking.
And at all times being surrounded by forests and 360 mountain views.
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Contact us to organize and customize your event.
Upcoming Events
Canada Day Weekend
August 1st
September 19th
NEED OFF-SITE ACCOMMODATION?
Check out MOUNTAIN-AIRE LODGE
Cabins, hotel rooms and RV sites,
20km down the road
For the adventurer who wants to stay and play for a few days, but prefers the comfort of a warm shower and Wifi, Mountain-Aire Lodge is only a short drive down the road and provides accommodations to enhance your getaway.
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Riders have to be +8 years old
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We provide helmets
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For safety measures, we have to take at least 2 persons per ride.
We recommend that you screenshot the direction as there is no service once you hit the gravel road after Sundre.
How to get here... from Sundre
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This location was formaly called YMCA Camp Gray Jay
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From Sundre Tim Hortons travel west
on HWY 584 for 8 km to Coal Camp Rd, Range Road 63. This road starts as a paved road and turns into a gravel road. So allow additional time for travelling to gravel road conditions.
Turn left and travel 45 km to Secondary 734.
Turn left and continue for 2.8 km, do not cross the big blue bridge with the blue arches and continue for another 20km to Eagle Creek.
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You will pass the Wildhorse Flats location. Keep driving for another 14km. Follow the DIAMOND J SIGN.
You will see a sign on the right side that reads "Diamond J". Turn into the driveway and park in the parking lot.
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Note: Google maps will take you to our Wildhorse flats location, but if you've booked at Diamond J, continue on another 14km. Follow the Diamond J sign.
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GPS Coordinates : 51.724643, -115.494743
How to get here... from Cochrane
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This location was formaly called YMCA Camp Gray Jay
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Directions from the Hwy 22 and Hwy 1A intersection in Cochrane:
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Travel west on hwy 1A 13 km to Hwy 40 north.
Turn right and go 27 km where the pavement turns to gravel and you enter the Ghost Public Land Use Zone.
The road is now considered 940 Foresty Trunk Rd.
Travel 54 km to a blue bridge and a T intersection which is Secondary rd 734.
Turn left towards Wildhorse Provincial Recreation Area.
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Drive pass the JKL Trail Rides Wildhorse Flats location. Continue on the gravel road west another 14 km to Eagle Creek. You will see a sign on the right side that reads "Diamond J". Turn into the driveway and park in the parking lot.
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Note: Google maps will take you to our Wildhorse flats location, but if you've booked at Diamond J, continue on another 14km. Follow the Diamond J sign.
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GPS Coordinates : 51.724643, -115.494743
