Gaited Mules For Sale
With over 50 years working with equines we have see a thing or two so we want to share some valuable experience with you as you search your way along the path of
understanding the hybrid we call the
"Gaited Missouri Mule"
Welcome to the Best-Kept Secret UNDER THE SADDLE
When people start thinking about buying a gaited mule, they often carry a certain set of expectations—an internal wish list that shapes their search, whether they realize it or not.
Some come looking for the unusual.
Some come after years out of the saddle or recovering from a horse wreck, with confidence in tatters, seeking the kind of safety they longed for but couldn’t find on any horse.
Some are drawn more to the mule than the gait.
And some don’t know exactly what they’re looking for—only that they’ll know it when they see it.
Whoever you are and however you got here—congratulations! You’ve found something on the web truly worthwhile.
What We Train For at Missouri Mule Company
We train mules for the real world—calm, steady, traffic-safe partners that know how to take care of everyday riders on real trails. Our goal is confidence, connection, and safety in the saddle, whether you’re bold or rebuilding confidence.
Below the mules for sale, you’ll find more detail on how we develop, handle, and match our mules to riders.
At Missouri Mule Company, we believe the right mule isn’t just an accident
It’s the key to unforgettable adventures. Our mules are built to go the distance, combining size, refinement, and a steady-minded nature that ensures you ride with trust and security.
Whether you're navigating the hills of the Ozarks, the high country, or anywhere in between, having a well-developed, seasoned mule means you can keep your mind on the trail, not on correcting misbehavior. With a Missouri Mule Company mule, there’s no constant adjusting, no unnecessary arguments—just smooth, confident riding that lets you focus on the experience ahead.
No matter your size, skill level, or ambitions, there's a Missouri Mule Company mule ready to take you where you want to go—and make sure you enjoy the ride.
Are you searching for safety, confidence and comfort in the saddle?
"You're getting closer"
Patty La Belle |
5 Year Old Molly
Patty is the perfect name for this gal “When uncomplicated is a compliment”! |
She’s five years old, very solid, and wonderfully uncomplicated—the kind of mule that makes riding feel easy again. Her gait is always the same. She pops right into it and stays right into it, without fuss, coaxing, or constant management. Patty doesn’t make you work for the ride. She lets you enjoy it. She’s steady-minded, consistent, and predictable—qualities that matter whether you’re riding for confidence, comfort, or simple enjoyment on the trail. If you appreciate a mule that knows her job and does it the same way every time, Patty LaBelle delivers exactly that. This is the kind of ride that reminds you why uncomplicated is a compliment! |
Molly Available Spring 2026
$21500
Colton |
This 6 year old stands a 14.2 hands and carries himself like a mule that knows exactly who he is
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What Colton Does Backs soft and willing Pick-Me-Up trained — steps over and helps you get on Parks out and stands rock solid to mount Water confident Traffic safe and road proven Seasoned, dependable trail mule Strong, natural flat foot — on or off pavement Smooth, effortless running walk when you ask Colton isn't just trained — he's usable. He does the things that matter for real riders in real situations. |
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He's a pretty black bay with a kind eye and a personality that meets you gate. Walk into his stall — he comes over. He's the kind that wants a quick pet, a scratch on the neck, and to be included in what's going on. He generally likes people and it shows. Personality & Handling Easy to saddle Easy keeper — sensible about feed People-oriented Content in his routine and comfortable in his environment Colton is not a high-strung, pacing-the-fence type. He's settled. He's comfortable at the barn and appreciates a steady rhythm to life. That steady nature translates into a relaxed, uncomplicated ride. |
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He naturally prefers that strong, ground-covering flat foot — the kind that lets you ride for hours without feeling like you're managing every stride. When asked, he'll step up into his running walk and stay smooth and even. Colton fits that rider who: Appreciates a mule that isn't in a hurry. Likes consistency more than flash. Wants to enjoy the ride rather than create it. He's steady-minded, personable, and comfortable in his own skin — and that makes for a very pleasant partner. He has been trained and ridden in all the areas MMCO mules are handled in.
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$8900
Crow |
Crow is stepping into a new gear—quietly, confidently, and exactly the way a good mule should. His strength is coming on, his balance is as usual—solid and dependable, and there’s a noticeable increase in forward purpose without any loss of manners.
What stands out most is how easy this progress feels. No pushing. No fuss. Just steady power showing up where it belongs—under saddle, on the trail, and in his overall presence. When you’re riding him, he feels like a mule that knows his job and is comfortable doing it.
This is the kind of “power up” you want to see:
More carry without heaviness
More confidence without attitude
More ability without losing his
purposefully mind-set
Crow isn’t changing who he is—he’s simply becoming more of it.
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$22500
Scotch on the Rocks |
7 Year Old Molly |
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Mind set& Personality: Scotch on the Rocks is truly special. She is the kind of mule that wants to be with you. If you stand in front of her and take two steps back, she will step forward to close the distance—not out of pressure, not out of training, but because she chooses your company. She seeks connection, presence, and partnership in a quiet, genuine way. She is affectionate without being pushy, attentive without being needy, and tuned in without being anxious. This is a mule that makes people feel calm, welcomed, and wanted around her — and that feeling builds confidence in the person handling and riding her. |
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I’ve been around a lot of gaited mules with many different types of gaits, and I have my preferences. Scotch on the Rocks’ gait is one of them. There is something about the way she hits the ground in a gait that adds security. It’s not flashy for the sake of being flashy — it’s purposeful, balanced, and reassuring. You can see it clearly here on the asphalt road, but when you lay that same way of going onto a rocky trail, that’s where it really shows up. That’s where you get security. Watch the video. Enjoy how she sits underneath Jeremiah. Pay attention to how her feet hit the ground — evenly, honestly, and without wasted motion. And look at the confidence in her eyes. She’s not a wild-eyed mule. She’s a solid mule. If you want to talk more about what you’re seeing and how that translates to real-world trail riding, give us a call. |
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Most people think in terms of trail riding, but what really tells you about a mule is how she handles herself off-trail. When a mule can perform off-trail the way Scotch on the Rocks does—picking her way through uneven ground, staying balanced, thinking instead of reacting—you can imagine just how secure you’ll feel when you put her back on the trail. The trail becomes the easy part. She’s the kind of mule that doesn’t need a worn path to do her job. She stays steady, thoughtful, and sure-footed when the ground isn’t perfect and the route isn’t obvious. And let’s be honest—it’s always handy to have an off-trail mule… especially if you ever find yourself a little turned around. She’s the kind that helps you feel like you’re getting home, not getting deeper in trouble. |
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This is the kind of Mule that matters. She is forgiving, secure, and easy on the body — the kind that lets you ride longer and enjoy the day instead of bracing for every step. Rather than take our word for it, come ride her and feel what that means for yourself — for old bones’ sake. Some things don’t need to be explained. They just need to be felt. |
$19500
Darango Kid |
Durango Kid doesn’t complicate things. He just shows up, meets you where you are, and enjoys being part of your day. |
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Durango Kid is one of the most uncomplicated mules we’ve ever run across. He simply wants to be a buddy—he wants a relationship with a human the way a faithful dog does. |
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He has that easy, dog-human connection that everybody is looking for in a mule. Whether you’re a man or a woman, he draws you in and makes your time with him a relaxing, pleasant experience—whether you’re in the field, in the stall, or out on the trail. |
$19500
Envy |
17 Year Old YOUNG Molly 15 hands |
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Meet Envy – Seasoned, Striking, and Ready to Ride Envy is a striking mule with four stocking feet and more real-world experience than most. She’s older, steady, and exactly what you want in a dependable trail partner. She’s got a great flat-foot walk, a strong running walk, and a pretty little lope when you ask for it. She’s been on countless Ozaek trails and has proved herself time and again. Envy has plenty of energy and a lot of good years to give. She’s ready to go when you are. |
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We trained Envy when she was a three-year-old, and she's continued to perform ever since. She was owned by a man in the Ozark Mountains and ridden there endlessly for years. Envy has a great mind, but more importantly, a wonderful personality. She meets you at the gate. She wants to be with you all the time. And that comes from years of handling. If you watch this video, you’ll see her calmly waiting on Jeremiah to tear limbs out of a tree on the trail. She is solid |
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When others are struggling to keep their equine in a gait, Envy is always hitting hers. Perfect 4-beat gaits, whether it’s on the road or on the trail. |
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Envy has a great handle on her. She effortlessly yields to direction. She puts the power to it. You put the direction in it. We trained Envy when she was a three-year-old, and she's continued to perform ever since. She was owned by a man in the Ozark Mountains and ridden there endlessly for years.
Envy has a great mind, but more importantly, a warm and wonderful personality. She meets you at the gate. She wants to be with you all the time. And that comes from years of handling. |
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We trained Envy when she was a three-year-old, and she's continued to perform ever since. She was owned by a man in the Ozark Mountains and ridden there endlessly for years. Envy has a great mind, but more importantly, a wonderful personality. She meets you at the gate. She wants to be with you all the time. And that comes from years of handling. |
$11500
| We will have several well developed Reining Mules in 2026. These will not be simple Straight Going trail mules, but Riegners. |
| Call for further information and to be placed on the upcoming prospects. |
The world’s legendary Missouri Mules have long held a highly esteemed reputation |
| One earned through their unwavering ability to help man compete and win, whether on the battlefield or in the cotton fields. From the time Solomon rode David’s she-mule to be anointed king of the Israelites, through the settlement of the Wild West, and even across two world wars, the mule has stood as a symbol of strength, intelligence, and resilience. As they carried man through history, they also won his heart and soul. Now, after decades of careful breeding—selecting the finest gaited mares and the best jack stock—you have the privilege of sitting atop the safest, smoothest, and most reliable gaited trail mounts ever produced. |
Click here to review the Great mules we have sold over the years |
Midwest Trail Style |
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Crossfire Is sold but we will have his sister ready for you September 2026 |
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$23500 Sold
The worlds legendary Missouri Mules have always had a highly esteemed reputation. |
That reputation was earned by applying its ability to help man compete and win on the battlefield or the cotton field. Man has utilized this hybrid from the time Solomon road David’s She Mule to be anointed king of the Israelites all the way to the settlement of the wild west and after that the mule traversed two world wars. As they assisted man, they won his heart and soul. Now, after decades of developing excellent gaited mares and fine jack stock you have the privilege of sitting atop the safest gaited trail mounts ever produced.
Click here to review the Great mules we have sold over the years |
Click here to review the Great mule we have sold over the years
Missouri Mule Company
Bob Bingham, owner
3575 N. Farm Road 189 • Springfield, MO 65803
Contact phone numbers: Cell 417-766-5150
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