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Horseback riding in Big Bear, CA

We list 2 stables in Big Bear, California. Per their reviews or their own websites, both offer guided trail rides, 1 gives riding lessons and 1 boards horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

Baldwin Lake Stables

46475 Pioneer Town Rd

Trail ridesBeginnersPony rides
4.3Rating
293Reviews
5Services

Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc

1635 Shay Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
5Rating
214Reviews
11Services

What Big Bear stables offer

Trail rides, lessons and boarding are listed apart. A service shows here only when the stable's Google reviews or its own website mention it.

Trail rides in Big Bear

Both stables here mention guided trail rides:

Also mentioned here: mountain rides (2), sunset rides (2).

“There were no guided tours to see what future plans were in place, but everything seemed well laid out.”

Google review of Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc
Trail rides in California

Riding lessons in Big Bear

1 stable here mentions riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: beginner riders (2), Western riding (1), pony rides (2), summer camps (1), therapeutic riding (1).

“I've been hoping for a place like this for years one that offers trail rides, riding lessons, clinics, and special events all in one beautiful location.”

Google review of Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc
Riding lessons in California

Horse boarding in Big Bear

1 stable here mentions boarding:

Horse boarding in California

Compare Big Bear stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Baldwin Lake Stables46475 Pioneer Town Rd 4.3★ 293 Trail rides, Mountain rides, Sunset rides Beginners, Pony rides —
Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc1635 Shay Rd 5★ 214 Trail rides, Mountain rides, Sunset rides Lessons, Beginners, Pony rides, Summer camps, Therapeutic riding, Western, Good for kids Boarding

A service shows only when the stable's Google reviews or its own website mention it; the review sentence or website note is on each stable's page. A dash doesn't mean a stable lacks it, so ask.

What riders say about Big Bear stables

Baldwin Lake Stables

Great experience! It was our first time riding and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The horses are well trained and the guides, Hunter & Cheyenne, are very knowledgeable of the horses and the area. I got to ride Oscar, the beautiful white draft horse. We'll definitely be back and try a longer ride.

★★★★★ Duane, Apr 2021

Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc

My girlfriend and I went horseback riding here for her birthday, and we had such an amazing experience! From the moment we arrived, everything was welcoming, organized, and just an overall great time.

★★★★★ Cody, Sep 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews.

Top-rated in California

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Horseback riding near Big Bear

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Big Bear horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Big Bear?
We list 2 stables in Big Bear, out of 1,566 stables in 408 cities across California.
Which Big Bear stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Baldwin Lake Stables comes first, with 4.3★ from 293 reviews. For star rating alone (10+ reviews), Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc is highest at 5★ from 214 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Big Bear?
Both Big Bear stables mention guided trail rides, per their reviews or their own websites: Baldwin Lake Stables and Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc. Ride lengths and rider rules vary, so ask the stable.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Big Bear?
Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc gives riding lessons, per its reviews or its own website. Ask about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Big Bear?
Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc boards horses, per its reviews or its own website. Ask which board types it offers and whether it has openings. More horse boarding in California.
Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in Big Bear?
Pony rides: Baldwin Lake Stables and Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc. Summer camps: Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc. Therapeutic riding: Starlight Equestrian Ranch, Inc. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
Are Big Bear stables open today?
Each stable's page shows its Google hours where Google has them, and the cards above show whether a stable is open now. Stables change hours with the season and the weather, so call before you go.
How much does horseback riding cost in Big Bear, and are there age or weight limits?
We don't list prices or rider limits. Each stable sets its own rates and rules for riders, so ask the stable when you book.
What other towns near Big Bear have riding stables?
Morongo Valley (5 stables, 19 mi), Pioneertown (1 stable, 20 mi) and Yucaipa (7 stables, 20 mi).

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