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Horseback riding in Bodega Bay, CA

We list 4 stables in Bodega Bay, California. Per their reviews or their own websites, all 4 offer guided trail rides, 2 give riding lessons and 3 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

Chanslor Ranch

2660 CA-1

Trail ridesBoardingBeginners
4.7Rating
227Reviews
5Services

Chanslor Stables

2660 CA-1

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.8Rating
45Reviews
5Services

Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead

1717-1737 Bay Flat Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.9Rating
37Reviews
8Services

Five brooks bodega bay

2660 CA-1

Trail ridesBoardingBeginners
4.6Rating
34Reviews
6Services

The "Local fave" rosette marks the Bodega Bay stable with the highest Google rating times review count. It's a ranking of public numbers, not an endorsement.

What Bodega Bay 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 Bodega Bay

All 4 stables here mention guided trail rides:

Also mentioned here: beach rides (4), sunset rides (1), pack trips (1).

“Our guide, Cheyenne, was very kind, knowledgeable about the individual horses, trails, and general horseback riding, and fun!”

★★★★★ Amelia, Jul 2022 · Google review of Chanslor Stables
Trail rides in California

Riding lessons in Bodega Bay

2 of the 4 stables here mention riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: beginner riders (3), English riding (1), Western riding (1), pony rides (2), summer camps (2).

“She did a "lesson" (pony ride) with Jaycee (not sure about spelling!”

Google review of Chanslor Stables
Riding lessons in California

Horse boarding in Bodega Bay

3 of the 4 stables here mention boarding:

Horse boarding in Bodega Bay

Compare Bodega Bay stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Chanslor Ranch2660 CA-1 4.7★ 227 Trail rides, Beach rides Beginners, Summer camps Boarding
Chanslor Stables2660 CA-1 4.8★ 45 Trail rides, Beach rides Lessons, Beginners, Pony rides —
Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead1717-1737 Bay Flat Rd 4.9★ 37 Trail rides, Beach rides, Pack trips Lessons, Summer camps, English, Western Boarding
Five brooks bodega bay2660 CA-1 4.6★ 34 Trail rides, Beach rides, Sunset rides Beginners, Pony rides 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 Bodega Bay stables

Chanslor Ranch

A really nice experience and a must do if you’re in Bodega Bay! Didn’t really expect much when we went to pull into the parking lot but we were immediately greeted by really nice staff. We were assigned to horses based on our size and personalities which was a nice touch! I got assigned “E.T.

★★★★★ Jenny, Aug 2018

Chanslor Stables

We came with my friends for the public beach ride. Ramiro was very friendly and accomodated a change in start time (we were scheduled early in the morning but was able to move our ride to later in the day). He assigned our horses based on our experience level and we started the ride promptly.

★★★★★ Estel, Oct 2023

Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead

Riding a horse on the beach was an amazing experience. The horses were well trained and took us along for the ride. Our guide was knowledgeable and beyond friendly and truly cares for the horses and the environment. An experience we will never forget.

★★★★★ Jonathan, Oct 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews.

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Bodega Bay horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Bodega Bay?
We list 4 stables in Bodega Bay, out of 1,566 stables in 408 cities across California.
Which Bodega Bay stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Chanslor Ranch comes first, with 4.7★ from 227 reviews. For star rating alone (10+ reviews), Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead is highest at 4.9★ from 37 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Bodega Bay?
All 4 Bodega Bay stables mention guided trail rides, per their reviews or their own websites: Chanslor Ranch, Chanslor Stables, Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead and Five brooks bodega bay. Ride lengths and rider rules vary, so ask the stable.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Bodega Bay?
2 of the 4 Bodega Bay stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: Chanslor Stables and Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Bodega Bay?
3 of the 4 Bodega Bay stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Chanslor Ranch, Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead and Five brooks bodega bay. Compare horse boarding in Bodega Bay.
Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in Bodega Bay?
Pony rides: Chanslor Stables and Five brooks bodega bay. Summer camps: Chanslor Ranch and Bodega Bay Equestrian Trailhead. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
Are Bodega Bay 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 Bodega Bay, 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 Bodega Bay have riding stables?
Bodega (1 stable, 4 mi), Duncans Mills (1 stable, 7 mi) and Sebastopol (3 stables, 13 mi).

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