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Top-rated horseback riding stables

How these lists are ranked: each stable's Google rating multiplied by its number of Google reviews, so a stable needs both a high rating and a lot of reviews to place well. Only stables with 10 or more Google reviews count: 7,604 of the 14,952 we list.

Ranked from public Google numbers. Not an endorsement.

Top 25 in the US

  1. 1
    Jayell Ranch Family Adventure Park Sevierville, TN · score 67,149 On Google: Horseback riding service · Amusement park · Animal cafe

    We went today for Horseback Riding and Ziplining. We had an absolute BLAST! Everyone was awesome especially considering the heat. Mark was our horse riding guide and was super friendly, gave great directions and constantly checked on the group. A really great guy! Alex and Myke we so funny and made us feel safe.

    ★★★★★ Josie, Jul 2026
    4.7★★★★★ 14,287
  2. 2
    The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park Ocala, FL · score 44,938 On Google: Horseback riding service · Adventure sports center · Aerial sports center

    This was such an awesome experience! I haven’t ridden a horse since I was a little girl and have been wanting to do it again as an adult for a long time. This was such a great place to do that! Our guides, Zach abd Jess were very knowledgeable, witty and fun! I loved that Jess took pix of us throughout our experience.

    ★★★★★ Andrea, Jul 2026
    4.9★★★★★ 9,171
  3. 3
    East Zion Adventures Orderville, UT · score 41,341 On Google: Horseback riding service · Hiking area · Adventure sports center

    First, a big shoutout to Jacob. He was a great guide—very knowledgeable about the horses and gear, and super friendly. Good cowboy 🤠. There was another group with smaller children, and I have to say Jacob did a really good job helping manage the environment and keep things safe for the younger riders, which in turn…

    ★★★★★ Lee, May 2026
    4.9★★★★★ 8,437
  4. 4
    Kentucky Horse Park Lexington, KY · score 29,765 On Google: Horseback riding service · Equestrian facility · Event venue

    This place is MAGICAL. I've been wanting to come here for over 25 years and it's even better than I ever imagined! LOVE the Heart of the Horse exhibit with Japanese equine history and the Al-Marah Arabian Horse Gallery.

    ★★★★★ Adeline, Jan 2026
    4.7★★★★★ 6,333
  5. 5
    Lawton Stables Hilton Head Island, SC · score 21,438 On Google: Horse boarding stable · Farm · Stable

    Just took my daughter on her first trail ride at Lawton Stables and it was incredible. From the moment we arrived, the entire experience felt thoughtful and welcoming. The guides clearly knew their stuff and made us both feel comfortable right away.

    ★★★★★ Devin, May 2026
    4.9★★★★★ 4,375
  6. 6
    Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo River Ranch, FL · score 20,533 On Google: Horseback riding service · Dude ranch · Resort hotel

    We took our kids horseback riding for the very first time, and this experience could not have been more perfect! They were beyond excited, but definitely a little nervous, and everyone made them feel so comfortable from the beginning. Our trail guide, Lexi, was amazing.

    ★★★★★ Bianca, Sep 2026
    4.3★★★★☆ 4,775
  7. 7
    Terry Bison Ranch Resort Cheyenne, WY · score 13,201 On Google: Horse boarding stable · Event venue · Dude ranch

    This is our 3rd visit over the years. 1st visit with the grandkids. It was a huge hit with them. 3 generations had a great time. They have a great setup for visitors to view and interact with the animals. My family really enjoyed themselves.

    ★★★★★ Frank, Jun 2026
    4.3★★★★☆ 3,070
  8. 8
    Five Oaks Riding Stables Sevierville, TN · score 12,576 On Google: Horseback riding service · Stable · Tourist attraction

    Wow just wow what an amazing and unforgettable experience. We did the horseback riding and zip line package and it was so worth it! Dani was our horseback riding guide and she was so nice and experienced. She made sure everyone was comfortable throughout the ride and enjoyed themselves.

    ★★★★★ Anita, Mar 2026
    4.6★★★★★ 2,734
  9. 9
    Appalachian Trail Rides Mineral Bluff, GA · score 12,335 On Google: Horseback riding service

    This has become a staple location for our trips to Georgia. We plan to come here during each of our trips, as the girls have really enjoyed riding the horses, the horses are sweet, well behaved, and well trained. The staff is knowledgeable and treat the animals with a lot of respect and care.

    ★★★★★ Anastasia, Jul 2026
    5★★★★★ 2,467
  10. 10
    Hawaii Polo Oceanfront Trail Rides Waialua, HI · score 12,034 On Google: Horseback riding service · Horse boarding stable · Horse rental service

    We had an absolute blast visiting Hawaii for the second time this past August! My daughter and son took part in the North Shore Oceanfront Horseback Group Tour, and as it was their very first time riding a horse, I could not have asked for a better experience.

    ★★★★★ Aaron, Aug 2026
    4.8★★★★★ 2,507
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    National Park Gateway Stables Estes Park, CO · score 10,901 On Google: Stable · Tourist attraction

    I have been attempting to talk my husband into horse back riding for 25 years and he finally agreed! He has absolutely no experience with horses whereas I have been riding my whole childhood and into adulthood.

    ★★★★★ April, Aug 2026
    4.8★★★★★ 2,271
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    Deer, Farm, Riding, Stables. Sevierville, TN · score 10,291 On Google: Stable · Horseback riding service

    My Husband and I brought our Little Guy here, to go Horseback riding on our Vacation. We had an Absolutely Beautiful time riding through the GSM with Candice!! Candice was accommodating, and beyond Hospitable. She was super friendly and Patient with My Family, and took amazing care of us.

    ★★★★★ Def, Sep 2025
    4.8★★★★★ 2,144
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    Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa LLC Pigeon Forge, TN · score 10,273 On Google: Horseback riding service · Dude ranch

    Absolutely amazing experience at Big Rock Dude Ranch! Everyone there was incredibly kind and welcoming from start to finish, which made the entire experience even better. As a first-time rider, I was definitely nervous at first, but Jessie, my horseback riding tour instructor, was truly the best.

    ★★★★★ Tiffany, May 2026
    4.2★★★★☆ 2,446
  14. 14
    South Padre Island Adventure Park South Padre Island, TX · score 10,190 On Google: Horseback riding service · Adventure sports center · Zoo

    On 8/3 I went to enjoy horse back ride with my cousin. Upon my ride Steven & Leslie has a great sense of humor. They were knowledgeable and fun. To top of my trip let’s give a big SHOUT OUT TO LANDEN!!! when we got done with the ride, I proceeded to unmount my horse and lost my footing.

    ★★★★★ Nicole, Aug 2026
    4.7★★★★★ 2,168
  15. 15
    Double JJ Resort Rothbury, MI · score 9,198 On Google: Horseback riding service · Bar · Campground

    I stayed here recently for two nights at a family cabin. Very cute! The kids really enjoyed it! We spent the first night at the campground. The second day we spent time at the indoor waterpark, arcade and restaurant. The employees here are amazing, making the stay extra special!

    ★★★★★ Kathleen, Aug 2026
    3.7★★★★☆ 2,486
  16. 16
    The Stables at Cedars of Lebanon State Park Lebanon, TN · score 8,605 On Google: Horseback riding service

    Absolutely amazing experience! 🐴❤️ We had the best time out on a hack with the horses, and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better time. A massive thank you to Jenna, Leanne, Hannah and Dana for making it so enjoyable. They were all so friendly, welcoming and made the whole experience feel relaxed and fun.

    ★★★★★ Tayloir, Sep 2026
    5★★★★★ 1,721
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    Academy Riding Stable Colorado Springs, CO · score 8,477 On Google: Horseback riding service

    I’m visiting with my husband from Texas for our honeymoon. Even though I live in Texas I don’t get to ride often so I jumped at the opportunity to ride with this amazing company. Liz was our wrangler and she was the absolute best!!

    ★★★★★ Rayna, May 2026
    4.8★★★★★ 1,766
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    Ponderosa Stables Inc Phoenix, AZ · score 8,314 On Google: Horseback riding service · Stable

    Our 3yr old daughter is obsessed with horses and has been begging to ride one. After calling around we found Ponderosa Stables. The person on the phone was incredibly polite and squeezed us into their busy Saturday schedule.

    ★★★★★ Jose, May 2026
    4.8★★★★★ 1,732
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    Dead Broke Farm Raleigh, NC · score 8,252 On Google: Horseback riding service · Equestrian facility · Horse rental service

    My friend and I went out on a private ride and had a wonderful experience. Our trail guide, Emma, was welcoming and knowledgable and clearly knows and loves all of the horses. Our horses, Darlene and Fabio, were gorgeous and sweet and very patient with us, as it's been a long time since either of us have ridden.

    ★★★★★ Alexandra, Oct 2026
    4.6★★★★★ 1,794
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    Tradewinds Park & Stables Coconut Creek, FL · score 8,064 On Google: Horseback riding service · Athletic field · Disc golf course

    I was at this park with my wife and son last weekend and I had a feeling like it was almost abandoned. We did see horses and that was all of it. Pretty much everything else is covered, closed and empty. Also you can notice that it wasn't even maintained last several months.

    ★★★★☆ Dusan, Sep 2020
    4.6★★★★★ 1,753
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    Gunstock Ranch Kahuku, HI · score 7,954 On Google: Horseback riding service · Horse boarding stable · Tourist attraction

    The rainforest is amazing on horseback! We had a wonderful, private horseback ride at Gunstock Ranch and cannot recommend it enough. The ranch is absolutely beautiful, with sweeping green pastures, mountain views, and stunning ocean lookouts that made the whole experience peaceful and memorable.

    ★★★★★ Jeannie, Apr 2026
    4.8★★★★★ 1,657
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    Mountain Creek Riding Stable Cresco, PA · score 7,480 On Google: Horseback riding service

    If you haven't gone, go!!! Celebrating my sin rurning 16, i always pass this venue and see the horses well kept, so i figured,lets go! So happy we did. I rode Nacho. I think each horse mat hed our personalities, my fiance had Prince. The trail is perfect and not overwhelming. I was scared, and i think Nacho new it.

    ★★★★★ Wendy, Apr 2026
    4.6★★★★★ 1,626
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    12 Mile Stables Aurora, CO · score 7,282 On Google: Horse boarding stable · Horseback riding service · Horse riding school

    My daughter and I have ridden here three times now. The first ride was the pony ride with Wes for my daughter who loved it. The second and third rides were both with Drake and Wes. We had an enjoyable time on our trail rides and both are wranglers were friendly!

    ★★★★★ Cataleya, Sep 2025
    4.8★★★★★ 1,517
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    Sugarlands Riding Stables Gatlinburg, TN · score 7,254 On Google: Horseback riding service

    We had a wonderful time with Josh our guide up the mountain! The trail was muddy and it was raining but that just added to the adventure! The horses were wonderful and although our horseback experience varies we all felt completely comfortable.

    ★★★★★ Jennifer, Jun 2026
    4.5★★★★★ 1,612
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    Cowgirl Up Stables, LLC Cherry Log, GA · score 7,134 On Google: Horseback riding service

    We love Cowgirl Up so much that we turned our trip into a riding vacation! Cowgirl Up has awesome staff, great horses, and beautiful rides. I definitely recommend booking a ride (or many) with them!!

    ★★★★★ Julia, Jul 2026
    4.9★★★★★ 1,456

"On Google" shows each stable's first Google categories: a park or resort that offers riding among other things ranks on all of its Google reviews, not only riders' reviews. Quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews. Ratings and review counts come from Google and change over time.

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Each state list ranks up to 10 stables. The number is how many made the list.

Not enough stables with 10+ reviews for a list yet: District of Columbia (1 of 3 stables).

No. 1 in each state

StateStableRatingReviews
Alabama Mo's Carriages and Trail RidesBillingsley 4.7★ 154
Alaska Alaska Horse Adventures, LLCPalmer 4.8★ 373
Arizona Ponderosa Stables IncPhoenix 4.8★ 1,732
Arkansas OK Trading PostMountain View 4.6★ 398
California Los Angeles Equestrian CenterBurbank 4.8★ 927
Colorado National Park Gateway StablesEstes Park 4.8★ 2,271
Connecticut The Farmington Polo ClubFarmington 4.7★ 465
Delaware Cozy Quarters FarmDelaware City 4.8★ 166
Florida The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure ParkOcala 4.9★ 9,171
Georgia Appalachian Trail RidesMineral Bluff 5★ 2,467
Hawaii Hawaii Polo Oceanfront Trail RidesWaialua 4.8★ 2,507
Idaho Yellowstone Horses at Eagle Ridge RanchIsland Park 4.9★ 562
Illinois Memory Lane StablesWillow Springs 4.6★ 592
Indiana Brown County State Park Saddle BarnNashville 4.5★ 484
Iowa Iowa Equestrian CenterCedar Rapids 4.8★ 180
Kansas Diamond Springs RanchSedgwick 5★ 198
Kentucky Kentucky Horse ParkLexington 4.7★ 6,333
Louisiana BREC Farr Park Equestrian CenterBaton Rouge 4.3★ 227
Maine Oak Grove EquestrianVassalboro 4.1★ 108
Maryland Painted Horse RanchElkton 4.5★ 315
Massachusetts Cornerstone RanchPrinceton 4.8★ 948
Michigan Double JJ ResortRothbury 3.7★ 2,486
Minnesota River Valley Ranch, Inc.Carver 4.4★ 455
Mississippi Horse Help (Gascon Horsemanship)Poplarville 5★ 124
Missouri Pony Express MuseumSt Joseph 4.7★ 830
Montana 320 Guest RanchGallatin Gateway 4.7★ 907
Nebraska Dusty TrailsNorth Platte 4.8★ 233
Nevada Cowboy Trail RidesLas Vegas 4.8★ 834
New Hampshire Charmingfare FarmCandia 4.1★ 631
New Jersey Allaire Community FarmWall Township 4.8★ 423
New Mexico Grindstone StablesRuidoso 4.8★ 429
New York Rocking Horse Ranch ResortHighland 4.5★ 1,512
North Carolina Dead Broke FarmRaleigh 4.6★ 1,794
North Dakota North Dakota Horse Park @ Fargo NDFargo 4.4★ 289
Ohio Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian CenterCincinnati 4.6★ 804
Oklahoma Beavers Bend Depot & Trail RidesBroken Bow 4.7★ 1,123
Oregon Corbett FarmCorbett 5★ 523
Pennsylvania Mountain Creek Riding StableCresco 4.6★ 1,626
Rhode Island C and L StablesEast Greenwich 4.6★ 209
South Carolina Lawton StablesHilton Head Island 4.9★ 4,375
South Dakota THE STABLES at Palmer GulchHill City 4.8★ 406
Tennessee Jayell Ranch Family Adventure ParkSevierville 4.7★ 14,287
Texas South Padre Island Adventure ParkSouth Padre Island 4.7★ 2,168
Utah East Zion AdventuresOrderville 4.9★ 8,437
Vermont Pond Hill RanchPoultney 4.6★ 97
Virginia Kay's Acres, LLCSuffolk 4.9★ 1,087
Washington Long Beach Family Horse RidesLong Beach 4.4★ 469
West Virginia Mountain Trail Rides Horseback Riding & MoreDavis 4.6★ 299
Wisconsin Red Ridge Ranch Riding StableMauston 4.7★ 1,043
Wyoming Terry Bison Ranch ResortCheyenne 4.3★ 3,070