City guide · Florida
The directory lists 27 riding stables in Ocala, Florida. Going by customer reviews and the stables' own websites, six offer guided trail rides, 14 offer riding lessons, 10 offer horse boarding and three run horse camps. Going by the same sources, 12 welcome beginners. Ranked by rating × review count, The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park leads the list, with 4.9★ from 9,171 Google reviews.
A blaze means a customer review or the stable's own website shows the service; click it to see the proof. A blank means we haven't seen proof yet, not that the stable doesn't offer it, so ask the stable.
| Stable | Rating | Trail rides | Lessons | Boarding | Camps | Beginners |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park | 4.9★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Cactus Jack's Trail Rides & Farm Tours | 4.8★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Gypsy Gold Horse Farm | 4.9★ | ✓ | ||||
| Farm Tours of Ocala | 4.9★ | ✓ | ||||
| Mustang Moon Equine Solutions | 4.9★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Tamarian Farms Equestrian Center | 4.8★ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Ocala Equestrian Academy | 4.9★ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Phil's Farm | 4.8★ | |||||
| Grey Dawn Stables | 4.6★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Equestrian Training Center of Ocala | 4.9★ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Golden Acres Foxtrotter Ranch | 4.3★ | ✓ | ||||
| Oakmore Equestrian Center, Inc. | 4.6★ | ✓ | ||||
| Eden Farm LLC | 5★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Chestnuthill Arabians | 4.8★ | ✓ | ||||
| SilverStride Equestrian Center | 5★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Scully Equestrian Services | 4.1★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Red Fox Run Discreet Horse Boarding | 5★ | ✓ | ||||
| Golden Ocala Equestrian Center | 4.5★ | |||||
| Schuck Equestrian at Diamond Oaks Farm | 5★ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Lazy J Farm Ocala | 4.3★ | ✓ | ||||
| Magnolia Sands Farm | 5★ | ✓ | ||||
| Horse Club Florida | 5★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Always A Breeze Boarding Stable | 4.8★ | |||||
| High Standards Farm Ocala | 5★ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Villa Azure Estate | 5★ | |||||
| Ocala Hunter Jumpers | 5★ | ✓ | ||||
| Rusty Bitz Stables | 5★ |
Sorted by Google rating × number of reviews, which favors stables with many good reviews over a handful of perfect ones. The blue rosette marks the top of that list, not an award.
A service shows up here only when a customer review or the stable's own website mentions it. Quotes are verbatim sentences from 4 and 5 star Google reviews. Ride lengths, rider requirements and rates vary, so check those with the stable.
“The morning horseback ride was honestly one of the best I’ve ever had — I rode Nelly and my mom rode Sammy, and both horses were so well-behaved and easy to ride.”
“I think one instructor name was Al.”
“I have never ridden a horse before and I was extremely nervous but everything was so smooth and it is quite easy.”
“Our guide (I don’t know why I can’t seem to remember her name now) but she was so great and very knowledgeable about the area we were riding through.”
“James was an excellent instructor who took the time to explain the basics of horseback riding and demonstrate how to ride with confidence.”
“If you’re a beginner or simply looking for a fun outdoor adventure, I highly recommend Cactus Jack’s Trail Rides.”
Good for kids
“Me and my daughter had such an amazing time riding today!”
“Owner Karen was super nice and helped me with scheduling and our guide Ashley was very good and knowledgeable.”
“It wasn’t just a horseback ride 🙌🏼it was an experience that felt grounding, spiritual, and incredibly surreal.”
“Only my daughter has taken horsemanship lessons so the rest of our family is green to riding!”
“We are both beginners with horseback riding, but Michelle helped us feel calm and confident in our abilities and it was an awesome ride.”
Good for kids
“Amazing experience on Mustang moon , great ride with family enjoyed a beautiful day on the trial my kids loved it .”
“I grew up with horses and have even done lessons myself so it’s always hard for me to trust someone to teach my kids correctly but Jeff exceeded my expectations.”
“The academy offers a welcoming and supportive environment for riders of all skill levels, whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider.”
Good for kids
“My daughter started there years ago and went from riding a few times a month to now a horse owner and showing at rated horse shows”
“Now my children are able to follow in my footsteps and learn from the very same woman who taught me almost everything I know about horses and riding.”
“I been to that camp in 2019 I believe I was wondering if the horse slick is still there he was my favorite one I still have a picture of him.”
“I was trained in all aspects for all-around showing; Showmanship, horsemanship, western pleasure, and Hunter under saddle.”
“I highly recommend her for boarding, training , shows and lessons!”
“Two of my kids had never been on a horse before while my other kid had very limited experience.”
“My daughter and her horse were successful in the hunter jumper ring with her guidance and instruction we learned etiquette, good sportsmanship, responsibility.”
“Boarders all so friendly.”
LessonsGood for kids
“In March 2025, my daughter commenced horseback riding lessons with a trainer who specializes in shows and competitions at the World Equestrian Center (WEC) in Ocala.”
“The barn is dedicated to teaching beginner riders while also providing advanced training to experienced high-level riders aspiring to compete in the show ring.”
“Our daughter also volunteers during summer camps and those are really fun filled days.”
“When my daughter decided to transition from barrel racing to hunter jumper, I started searching for the right place to support her new passion.”
“If you're looking for a horse, needing training, lessons or good advice, you'll want to talk to Dani.”
“There are several options for boarding, from pasture to hurricane-rated shelters to stalls with runs.”
Going by customer reviews or the stables' own websites, six stables here offer guided trail rides: The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park, Cactus Jack's Trail Rides & Farm Tours, Gypsy Gold Horse Farm, Farm Tours of Ocala, Mustang Moon Equine Solutions and Scully Equestrian Services. Ride lengths, rider requirements and rates differ from stable to stable, so check with the stable before you book.
First time on a horse? Read your first time horseback riding and what to wear. Compare every stable with trail rides in Florida.
Going by customer reviews or the stables' own websites, 14 stables here offer riding lessons: The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park, Cactus Jack's Trail Rides & Farm Tours, Mustang Moon Equine Solutions, Tamarian Farms Equestrian Center, Ocala Equestrian Academy, Grey Dawn Stables, Oakmore Equestrian Center, Inc., Eden Farm LLC, and 6 more in the table above. Lesson formats, rider requirements and rates vary, so ask each stable.
Reviews or websites mention English riding at 9 stables and Western riding at 3 stables. Not sure which style to start with? Read English vs Western riding.
Our guide to choosing riding lessons covers private and group lessons and what a first lesson looks like. Compare every stable with riding lessons in Florida.
Going by customer reviews or the stables' own websites, 10 stables here offer horse boarding: Tamarian Farms Equestrian Center, Equestrian Training Center of Ocala, Golden Acres Foxtrotter Ranch, SilverStride Equestrian Center, Scully Equestrian Services, Red Fox Run Discreet Horse Boarding, Lazy J Farm Ocala, Magnolia Sands Farm, and 2 more in the table above. Board types, what's included and rates vary, so visit and ask for the details in writing.
Our guide on how to choose a boarding barn explains full, partial, pasture and self-care board and what to check on a visit. See all horse boarding in Ocala.
Going by customer reviews or the stables' own websites, three stables run horse camps and 12 stables welcome beginners. The table above shows which ones. Every stable sets its own rider requirements, including age, so ask before you plan around a ride, a lesson or a camp week.
Planning a camp week? Read horse camp: what to expect for what camps include and what to pack.
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