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Horseback riding in Madera, CA

We list 3 stables in Madera, California. Per their reviews or their own websites, 2 give riding lessons and 1 boards horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

Parker's Equestrian Center

8844 Rd 35

Boarding
4.1Rating
33Reviews
1Services

The Twisted Bit Ranch

21844 Rd 29 1/2

Lessons
5Rating
10Reviews
2Services

Easy Does It Farms

35470 Ave 14

Lessons
4.5Rating
4Reviews
1Services

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

What Madera 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 3 Madera 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 Madera

2 of the 3 stables here mention riding lessons:

“I honestly thought my kid would only last a lesson or two but they all proved me wrong and now she can't wait to come back every week.”

Google review of The Twisted Bit Ranch
Riding lessons in California

Horse boarding in Madera

1 stable here mentions boarding:

“New to this boarding facility but so far a great experience!”

★★★★★ Tessa, Jul 2021 · Google review of Parker's Equestrian Center
Horse boarding in California

Compare Madera stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Parker's Equestrian Center8844 Rd 35 4.1★ 33 — — Boarding
The Twisted Bit Ranch21844 Rd 29 1/2 5★ 10 — Lessons, Good for kids —
Easy Does It Farms35470 Ave 14 4.5★ 4 — Lessons —

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 Madera stables

Parker's Equestrian Center

This place is just so great. All the friendly and helpful boaders make you feel welcomed and comfortable and the owners and staff really care about the horses.

★★★★★ Jenifer, Sep 2017

The Twisted Bit Ranch

Contacted the ranch due to I was looking to book a couple of lessons for my daughter. I wanted a local place instead of having to drive out of town. I'm so glad we came here.

★★★★★ Alma, Aug 2025

Easy Does It Farms

We absolutely loved having their ponies at our toddlers birthday party!! The staff was so amazing with all the kids. The ponies were such a hit and all the kids just loved them. I can’t rave enough about Easy Does It Farms!! You guys made our toddlers birthday a memory we will always cherish! Thank you!

★★★★★ Neesh, Nov 2023

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 Madera

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Madera horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Madera?
We list 3 stables in Madera, out of 1,566 stables in 408 cities across California.
Which Madera stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Parker's Equestrian Center comes first, with 4.1★ from 33 reviews. For star rating alone (10+ reviews), The Twisted Bit Ranch is highest at 5★ from 10 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Madera?
None of the 3 Madera 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 Madera?
2 of the 3 Madera stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: The Twisted Bit Ranch and Easy Does It Farms. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Madera?
Parker's Equestrian Center 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 Madera 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 Madera, 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 Madera have riding stables?
Fresno (5 stables, 12 mi), Chowchilla (2 stables, 18 mi) and Clovis (9 stables, 20 mi).

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