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Horseback riding in Carmel Valley, CA

We list 3 stables in Carmel Valley, California. Per their reviews or their own websites, 1 offers guided trail rides and 1 boards horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

Stonepine Estate

150 E Carmel Valley Rd

Trail ridesBoarding
4.7Rating
42Reviews
2Services

trail and saddle club

399-81 E Garzas Rd

4.8Rating
5Reviews
—Services

Dos Suenos Stables

300 W Carmel Valley Rd

4.5Rating
4Reviews
—Services

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

What Carmel Valley 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 Carmel Valley

1 stable here mentions guided trail rides:

“We did not have time to go on a trail ride this time but we will definitely go back for one.”

★★★★★ Jennie, Jul 2023 · Google review of Stonepine Estate
Trail rides in California

Riding lessons

None of the 3 Carmel Valley stables we list mention riding lessons in their reviews or on their websites. That doesn't mean it isn't offered: call and ask. 950 stables across California do.

Riding lessons in California

Horse boarding in Carmel Valley

1 stable here mentions boarding:

Horse boarding in California

Compare Carmel Valley stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Stonepine Estate150 E Carmel Valley Rd 4.7★ 42 Trail rides — Boarding
trail and saddle club399-81 E Garzas Rd 4.8★ 5 — — —
Dos Suenos Stables300 W Carmel Valley Rd 4.5★ 4 — — —

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 Carmel Valley stables

Stonepine Estate

Stonepine is an amazing place where you are treated like royalty that is also family. The entire team is focused on making your stay the most enjoyable of your life. We have stayed here multiple times and everytime is better. The rooms are luxurious, the food is delicious, and the service is second to none.

★★★★★ Greg, Dec 2021

Dos Suenos Stables

My sister is there twice a week and this time, she wanted me to go and see just how special this place is to her. I was able to see just what brings her happiness and peace. It's beautiful. With at least a dozen horses being well taken care of, two rinks, and a nice trail to ride on.

★★★★★ Silent, Apr 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews.

Top-rated in California

Up to 10 California stables ranked by Google rating times review count, each with 10 or more Google reviews.

Top-rated stables in California

Horseback riding near Carmel Valley

Stable count and straight-line distance between city centers.

Carmel Valley horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Carmel Valley?
We list 3 stables in Carmel Valley, out of 1,566 stables in 408 cities across California.
Which Carmel Valley stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Stonepine Estate comes first, with 4.7★ from 42 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Carmel Valley?
Stonepine Estate mentions guided trail rides, per its reviews or its own website. Ride lengths and rider rules vary, so ask the stable.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Carmel Valley?
None of the 3 Carmel Valley stables we list mention lessons in their reviews or on their websites. 950 stables across California do: see riding lessons in California.
Where can I board a horse in Carmel Valley?
Stonepine Estate 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.
How much does horseback riding cost in Carmel Valley, 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 Carmel Valley have riding stables?
Carmel (1 stable, 6 mi), Marina (2 stables, 13 mi) and Gonzales (1 stable, 16 mi).

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