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Horseback riding in Santa Barbara, CA
We list 9 stables in Santa Barbara, California. Per their reviews or their own websites, 2 offer guided trail rides, 6 give riding lessons and 2 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.
Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center
The Big Valley Ranch of Santa Barbara
Soleado Stables at Rancho Asoleado
San Marcos Stables
What Santa Barbara stables offer
Trail rides in Santa Barbara
2 of the 9 stables here mention guided trail rides:
- Cannon Trails per its website
- Gold Coast Adventure Company per its website
Also mentioned here: beach rides (1), sunset rides (1), pack trips (1).
Trail rides in CaliforniaRiding lessons in Santa Barbara
6 of the 9 stables here mention riding lessons:
- Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center per its website
- Cannon Trails per its website and 24 reviews
- Gold Coast Adventure Company per its website
- Ridgewood Farm per its website
- Foxdale Farm per its website
- High Flying Farm per its website
Also mentioned here: beginner riders (2), English riding (3), Western riding (1), summer camps (2), therapeutic riding (1).
Riding lessons in California“On the drive, I received multiple compliments on my riding ability and the wranglers were especially impressed that I had only been taking lessons for six months.”
Horse boarding in Santa Barbara
2 of the 9 stables here mention boarding:
- Ridgewood Farm per its website
- Foxdale Farm per its website
Compare Santa Barbara stables
| Stable | Rating | Reviews | Rides | Lessons and programs | Boarding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center4420 Calle Real | 4.5★ | 40 | — | Lessons, Summer camps, Therapeutic riding | — |
| Cannon Trails1095 Mockingbird Ln | 5★ | 27 | Trail rides, Beach rides, Sunset rides, Pack trips | Lessons, Beginners, Summer camps, Western, Good for kids | — |
| Gold Coast Adventure Company214 Anacapa St | 5★ | 16 | Trail rides | Lessons, Beginners, Good for kids | — |
| The Big Valley Ranch of Santa Barbara1741 San Marcos Pass Rd | 3.9★ | 11 | — | — | — |
| Soleado Stables at Rancho Asoleado250 Nogal Dr | 4.8★ | 5 | — | — | — |
| Ridgewood Farm250 Nogal Dr | 4★ | 4 | — | Lessons, English | Boarding |
| San Marcos Stables1840 N San Marcos Rd | 5★ | 3 | — | — | — |
| Foxdale Farm868 Highland Dr | 5★ | 2 | — | Lessons, English | Boarding |
| High Flying Farm399 Nogal Dr | — | — | — | Lessons, English | — |
What riders say about Santa Barbara stables
Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center
Whatever life has saddled some people with, this place provides a stable environment to horse around. People with physical and emotional disabilities, at risk youth, and veterans with PTSD all benefit from the caring environment and from the lessons learned from these magnificent animals whose intuition and…
My daughters have been working with Scott for six months now and it is the highlight of our week! We absolutely love Scott. He’s there to have fun but teach responsibility and make sure everything runs smoothly. This is a man that knows his horses and is a gem to work with!
“Unforgettable Surfing Experience!” I recently attended this surf camp, and it was absolutely amazing! The instructors were not only skilled surfers but also incredibly patient and encouraging. The equipment provided was top-notch, and the overall atmosphere was friendly and welcoming.
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 CaliforniaHorseback riding near Santa Barbara
- Goleta 7 · 10 mi
- Carpinteria 4 · 12 mi
- Santa Ynez 1 · 23 mi
- Gaviota 1 · 25 mi
- Solvang 2 · 26 mi
- Buellton 1 · 28 mi
- Ojai 6 · 28 mi
- Ventura 3 · 29 mi
Santa Barbara horseback riding FAQ
- How many riding stables are in Santa Barbara?
- We list 9 stables in Santa Barbara, out of 1,566 stables in 408 cities across California.
- Which Santa Barbara stable ranks first on Google numbers?
- By Google rating times review count, Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center comes first, with 4.5★ from 40 reviews. For star rating alone (10+ reviews), Cannon Trails is highest at 5★ from 27 reviews.
- Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Santa Barbara?
- 2 of the 9 Santa Barbara stables mention guided trail rides, per their reviews or their own websites: Cannon Trails and Gold Coast Adventure Company. Ride lengths and rider rules vary, so ask the stable.
- Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Santa Barbara?
- 6 of the 9 Santa Barbara stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center, Cannon Trails, Gold Coast Adventure Company, Ridgewood Farm and 2 more. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
- Where can I board a horse in Santa Barbara?
- 2 of the 9 Santa Barbara stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Ridgewood Farm and Foxdale Farm. Compare horse boarding in Santa Barbara.
- Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in Santa Barbara?
- Summer camps: Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center and Cannon Trails. Therapeutic riding: Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
- Are Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara have riding stables?
- Goleta (7 stables, 10 mi), Carpinteria (4 stables, 12 mi) and Santa Ynez (1 stable, 23 mi).