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Horseback riding in Encinitas, CA

We list 10 stables in Encinitas, California. Per their reviews or their own websites, 4 give riding lessons and 2 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

Wildflower Farm

3211 Wildflower Valley Dr

Boarding
4.8Rating
25Reviews
1Services

Dove Hollow Dressage Center Inc

1084 Double Ll Ranch Rd

4.7Rating
14Reviews
—Services

Cavallina Farms

3049 Camino Del Rancho

LessonsPony rides
5Rating
7Reviews
2Services

Ad Astra Stables

2570 5th St

5Rating
5Reviews
—Services

EE Show Stable

1084 Double Ll Ranch Rd

Boarding
5Rating
5Reviews
1Services

Coastal Equestrian Centre

2425 5th St

5Rating
4Reviews
—Services

Sunland Ranch

3675 Copper Crest Rd

Lessons
5Rating
3Reviews
1Services

Windrose Farm

3015 Lone Jack Rd

Lessons
5Rating
2Reviews
1Services

Royal Horses Stables

3211 Wildflower Valley Dr

Lessons
2.3Rating
3Reviews
1Services

Gregoire Solente Stables

3211 Wildflower Valley Dr

—Rating
—Reviews
—Services

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

What Encinitas 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

None of the 10 Encinitas stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. That doesn't mean it isn't offered: call and ask. 267 stables across California do.

Trail rides in California

Riding lessons in Encinitas

4 of the 10 stables here mention riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: pony rides (1).

“Kimberly Hart runs the Sunland ranch which offers horse riding lessons, trail hacks and opportunities to look after the beautiful Icelandic Ponies.”

★★★★★ Jack, Aug 2020 · Google review of Sunland Ranch
Riding lessons in California

Horse boarding in Encinitas

2 of the 10 stables here mention boarding:

Horse boarding in Encinitas

Compare Encinitas stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Wildflower Farm3211 Wildflower Valley Dr 4.8★ 25 — — Boarding
Dove Hollow Dressage Center Inc1084 Double Ll Ranch Rd 4.7★ 14 — — —
Cavallina Farms3049 Camino Del Rancho 5★ 7 — Lessons, Pony rides —
Ad Astra Stables2570 5th St 5★ 5 — — —
EE Show Stable1084 Double Ll Ranch Rd 5★ 5 — — Boarding
Coastal Equestrian Centre2425 5th St 5★ 4 — — —
Sunland Ranch3675 Copper Crest Rd 5★ 3 — Lessons —
Windrose Farm3015 Lone Jack Rd 5★ 2 — Lessons —
Royal Horses Stables3211 Wildflower Valley Dr 2.3★ 3 — Lessons —
Gregoire Solente Stables3211 Wildflower Valley Dr — — — — —

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 Encinitas stables

Dove Hollow Dressage Center Inc

The best training barn, all of the trainers are outstanding and professional! Highly recommended!!

★★★★★ Tara, Jun 2023

Cavallina Farms

My Daughter has trained with Ashley for about 2 years. Cavallina Farms is a WONDERFUL barn at a beautiful facility! Owner and instructor Ashley Taylor and her team create an atmosphere of professionalism but also of FAMILY for students and horses.

★★★★★ Melanie, Apr 2025

Ad Astra Stables

Great horse friendly stable! Large airy stalls, peaceful environment! Kind and professional staff who are always friendly! Excellent turnout with hay & water to prevent running; 2 huge tings with great footing perfectly maintained!. My horses are completely happy there and Im picky!!

★★★★★ Bobbie, May 2025

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 Encinitas

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Encinitas horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Encinitas?
We list 10 stables in Encinitas, out of 1,566 stables in 408 cities across California.
Which Encinitas stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Wildflower Farm comes first, with 4.8★ from 25 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Encinitas?
None of the 10 Encinitas stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. 267 stables across California do: see trail rides in California.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Encinitas?
4 of the 10 Encinitas stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: Cavallina Farms, Sunland Ranch, Windrose Farm and Royal Horses Stables. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Encinitas?
2 of the 10 Encinitas stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Wildflower Farm and EE Show Stable. Compare horse boarding in Encinitas.
Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in Encinitas?
Pony rides: Cavallina Farms. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
Are Encinitas 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas have riding stables?
Rancho Santa Fe (5 stables, 3 mi), Carlsbad (1 stable, 3 mi) and Del Mar (6 stables, 5 mi).

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