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Horseback riding in Carpinteria, CA

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

Los Padres Outfitters

Greenwell and, Asegra Rd

Trail ridesBeginnersBeach rides
4.9Rating
200Reviews
5Services

Sunnybrook Farm & Ranch

215 Toro Canyon Rd

LessonsBoardingEnglish
4.7Rating
14Reviews
4Services

Whitney Ranch

401 Lambert Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeach rides
4.6Rating
10Reviews
3Services

Windfall Stables

6700 Casitas Pass Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
5Rating
4Reviews
4Services

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

What Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria

2 of the 4 stables here mention guided trail rides:

Also mentioned here: beach rides (3), sunset rides (1), pack trips (1).

“I had been planning a surprise engagement for my now-fiancée and wanted to propose during a horseback ride along the beach, something neither of us had ever done before.”

★★★★★ Sam, Oct 2026 · Google review of Los Padres Outfitters
Trail rides in California

Riding lessons in Carpinteria

3 of the 4 stables here mention riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: beginner riders (2), English riding (2).

Riding lessons in California

Horse boarding in Carpinteria

2 of the 4 stables here mention boarding:

Horse boarding in Carpinteria

Compare Carpinteria stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Los Padres OutfittersGreenwell and, Asegra Rd 4.9★ 200 Trail rides, Beach rides, Sunset rides, Pack trips Beginners —
Sunnybrook Farm & Ranch215 Toro Canyon Rd 4.7★ 14 Beach rides Lessons, English Boarding
Whitney Ranch401 Lambert Rd 4.6★ 10 Trail rides, Beach rides Lessons —
Windfall Stables6700 Casitas Pass Rd 5★ 4 — Lessons, Beginners, English 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 Carpinteria stables

Los Padres Outfitters

My girls had a very good time on the horseback ride through the hills. A nice guide. They also have some cute little cabin type rentals and a very nice lodge, beautiful outdoor swimming pool and the fragrance of the trees is wonderful!

★★★★★ Bonnie, Jul 2025

Sunnybrook Farm & Ranch

I have been doing veterinary work for over 15 years at Sunnybrook. The staff provides excellent care for the horses and does an amazing job working with the riders to help them obtain their goals. This is a true professional equestrian facility

★★★★★ Bruce, Feb 2022

Windfall Stables

My horses are incredibly happy and in the best shape of their lives, SLTS’s care for the horses is unmatched and the atmosphere around the barn is pure serenity. My riding has also improved so much with Lindsay and Sienna’s training, the thoughtfulness of the program is truly remarkable.

★★★★★ Sarah, May 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews.

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Horseback riding near Carpinteria

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Carpinteria horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Carpinteria?
We list 4 stables in Carpinteria, out of 1,566 stables in 408 cities across California.
Which Carpinteria stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Los Padres Outfitters comes first, with 4.9★ from 200 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Carpinteria?
2 of the 4 Carpinteria stables mention guided trail rides, per their reviews or their own websites: Los Padres Outfitters and Whitney Ranch. Ride lengths and rider rules vary, so ask the stable.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Carpinteria?
3 of the 4 Carpinteria stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: Sunnybrook Farm & Ranch, Whitney Ranch and Windfall Stables. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Carpinteria?
2 of the 4 Carpinteria stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Sunnybrook Farm & Ranch and Windfall Stables. Compare horse boarding in Carpinteria.
Are Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria, 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 Carpinteria have riding stables?
Santa Barbara (9 stables, 12 mi), Ojai (6 stables, 17 mi) and Ventura (3 stables, 17 mi).

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