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Horseback riding for beginners in Maryland

90 stables in Maryland welcome beginners, out of 202 stables we list in the state. Each one is here because a customer review or its own website mentions beginners, and the proof is under each stable.

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70Cities
202All stables in MD

Top 12 by rating and reviews

Ranked by Google rating × number of reviews (10 reviews or more). The other 78 stables are listed by city below.

Open-now times come from Google; call the stable before you go.

Painted Horse Ranch

25 Bradley Run Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.5Rating
315Reviews
5Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Establo caballos - Piscataway Riding Stables Inc

10775 Piscataway Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.7Rating
197Reviews
6Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Feelgood Farm

5150 Tuscarora Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.4Rating
169Reviews
5Services
Beginners: mentioned in a customer review

Circle R Ranch

4151 Sand Flat Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.9Rating
138Reviews
4Services

Whether you’re experienced with horses or a complete beginner, you’ll be in great hands.

From a Google review

Misty Manor Farm LTD

7621 Ridge Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
3.5Rating
190Reviews
5Services

As a first time rider, it wasn’t hard but also wasn’t boring at all, the trail was a good mix of turns and ups and downs.

From a Google review

Fairwinds Farm

41 Tailwinds Ln

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.7Rating
138Reviews
6Services

I brought a first time rider along with me and it was so accommodating!

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

At Last Farm and Trails

10307 Davis Ave

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.9Rating
130Reviews
5Services

It was my very first time riding a horse, but it turned out that I was not scared at all.

From a Google review

Graham Equestrian Center

10301 Harford Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.8Rating
96Reviews
6Services

They have their own horses for lessons for beginners to advanced, and special events as well.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Wheaton Park Stables

1101 Glenallan Ave

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.6Rating
87Reviews
8Services

I just completed the adult beginner lessons, and have nothing but wonderful things to say about WPS, my instructor, Kat, and of course, the beautiful horses.

★★★★★ Jennifer, Nov 2018

The stable's website says so too.

Full Moon Farm

4326 Louisville Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.5Rating
79Reviews
7Services

Full Moon has a large variety of horses for lessons, which allows riders to start with a beginner horse and move to horses that can help them challenge their skill development.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Morningside Stables, LLC.

433 Andover Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.8Rating
71Reviews
6Services

From caring for the horse, to preparing them to ride, to the riding lesson, and even being a counselor at the camp for beginners- she has learned to do it all independently.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Southern Grace Farm

8950 Dr Spencer Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.7Rating
66Reviews
6Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

More stables that welcome beginners in Maryland, by city

Aberdeen 1 stable

  • Windswept Stables3731 Aldino Rd, Aberdeen · ★ 4.5 (11)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Accokeek 1 stable

  • HR Equestrian207 Farmington Rd W, Accokeek · ★ 5 (1)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Annapolis 1 stable

Bel Air 1 stable

  • Bay Meadow Farm LLC2408 Cullum Rd, Bel Air · ★ 4.9 (8)

    So many years of experience are apparent in lessons for beginner and advanced riders.

    ★★★★★ Kerryfordmoran, Aug 2025

Bowie 2 stables

Boyds 3 stables

Brookeville 1 stable

  • Posh Pony Trails4415 Gregg Rd, Brookeville · ★ 5 (5)

    We had two riders, one who had never been on a horse and the team at Posh Pony Equestrian was amazing at teaching and helping us become comfortable before we embarked on the trail.

    ★★★★★ Nathan, Apr 2025

Chevy Chase 1 stable

  • Meadowbrook Stables8200 Meadowbrook Ln, Chevy Chase · ★ 4.4 (61)

    Meadowbrook supports beginner riders (children or adult) through advanced riders looking to compete in rated shows.

    From a Google review

Clarksburg 1 stable

Cumberland 1 stable

  • Spring Gap Farm16725 Harves Ln SE, Cumberland · ★ 5 (49)

    As a beginner, it was nice to get to know Baxter and warming up by grooming them first, and then learning simple turns before heading out to the trail.

    From a Google review

Damascus 1 stable

  • Uzcard Horses10901 Moxley Rd, Damascus · ★ 5 (2)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Davidsonville 2 stables

  • Clarity Riding3395 Davidsonville Rd, Davidsonville · ★ 4.1 (30)

    As an amateur upper level rider, it's great to have a place that can truly help me succeed as well as bring along beginners to whatever levels they want to achieve.

    From a Google review
  • LMM Equestrian3631 Queen Anne Bridge Rd, Davidsonville · ★ 5 (19)

    An incredibly patient and proficient instructor, Lara took our girls from timid beginners to confident, comfortable riders in less than a year of weekly lessons.

    From a Google review

Dickerson 2 stables

Easton 1 stable

Edgewater 1 stable

  • Clover Run Riding4003 Camp Letts Rd, Edgewater · ★ 4.9 (15)

    Clover Run is wonderful for both beginners and experienced riders.

    ★★★★★ Dana, Feb 2022

Elkton 1 stable

  • Ellison Equine LLC859 Jackson Hall School Rd, Elkton · ★ 5 (7)

    There's a horse for every level rider, from beginner to advanced.

    From a Google review

Fairplay 1 stable

  • Serendipity Horse Meadows Farm17907 Spielman Rd, Fairplay · ★ 4.5 (31)

    This was our first time riding but Shane and his girlfriend (sorry I cannot remember her name) really made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process.

    From a Google review

Frederick 3 stables

  • Woodvale Farms9602 Bartgis Rd, Frederick · ★ 4.2 (37)
    Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
  • Urbana Riding Club2700 Roderick Rd, Frederick · ★ 4.1 (33)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Finding Hearts Farm2727 Thurston Rd, Frederick · ★ 5 (7)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Fulton 1 stable

  • Encore Stables7359 Browns Bridge Rd, Fulton · ★ 4.5 (15)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Gaithersburg 2 stables

  • We Believe Stables9010 Watkins Rd, Gaithersburg · ★ 5 (6)

    My husband had never ridden a horse before, while I was hoping for something a bit more gallopy.

    From a Google review
  • MRK Stables, LLC8025 Damascus Rd, Gaithersburg
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Gambrills 1 stable

  • Beech Grove Farm1575 Underwood Rd, Gambrills · ★ 4.4 (23)

    The trail ride was amazing and the horses are very beginner friendly.

    From a Google review

Grantsville 1 stable

  • Miner Hickory Farm & Trail Rides160 Miner Hickory Rd, Grantsville · ★ 5 (38)

    As my first time riding a horse, I was a little nervous at first.

    From a Google review

Hagerstown 1 stable

Harwood 4 stables

  • Obligation Farm4024 Solomons Island Rd, Harwood · ★ 4.6 (18)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Baywood Farms195 Weston Farm Rd, Harwood · ★ 4.1 (15)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Solitude Stables4800 Solomons Island Rd, Harwood · ★ 5 (11)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Oakland Ridge Farm LLC4252 Blair Ln, Harwood · ★ 4.8 (8)

    With the lessons, and camps offered here, everyone from the beginner to the expert will enjoy riding thier horse here!

    ★★★★★ Mike, Jun 2022

Highland 1 stable

  • Heart of Riding LLC13011 Wainwright Rd, Highland · ★ 5 (14)

    I had all the beginner issues: balancing with my hands, pushing my stirrups to post, learning foreward and crunching at any misstep.

    From a Google review

Hollywood 1 stable

  • Free Rein Equine LLC23431 Huckleberry Way, Hollywood · ★ 4.9 (38)

    Also, the horses used for beginners are VERY well trained and are a great start to riding horses.

    From a Google review

Hurlock 1 stable

  • Windy Way Horses, LLC6836 E New Market Ellwood Rd, Hurlock · ★ 4.9 (35)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Hydes 1 stable

  • Horse & Hive Farm13220 Long Green Pike, Hydes · ★ 4 (17)

    This was their first time riding horses and they had such a good experience they want to continue with lessons in the future.

    ★★★★★ Damion, Aug 2023

Jefferson 2 stables

  • Silver Mane Stables4240 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson · ★ 4.6 (9)

    I brought my daughter here for her first time on a horse to start the learning process.

    ★★★★★ Brian, Aug 2025
  • North Fork School of Equitation3616 Lander Rd # B, Jefferson · ★ 5 (7)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Joppatowne 1 stable

  • Magnolia Acres Farm210 Magnolia Rd, Joppatowne · ★ 4.9 (34)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Keedysville 1 stable

  • Summer Rose Horsemanship5618 Mt Briar Rd, Keedysville · ★ 5 (15)

    I'm an adult beginner student, and she makes me feel comfortable.

    From a Google review

La Plata 1 stable

  • Linden Farm, Inc8530 Mitchell Rd, La Plata · ★ 4.3 (35)
    Beginners: mentioned in a customer review

Lanham 1 stable

  • Center Peace Farm9020 Howser Ln, Lanham · ★ 5 (21)

    Scarlet is a mellow, shorter, easy-going, slower pony which is such a thoughtful starter experience for a nervous beginner like myself.

    From a Google review

Laurel 1 stable

Laytonsville 1 stable

  • Waredaca4015 Damascus Rd, Laytonsville · ★ 4.8 (42)

    These are real horse people who have years of experience providing beginner to advanced lesson on the flat and over fences.

    ★★★★★ Jane, Sep 2013

Manchester 1 stable

  • High Ridge Farm LLC2966 Manchester Baptist Church Rd, Manchester · ★ 4.9 (54)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Millers 1 stable

Owings Mills 1 stable

  • Urban Ridge Farm12753 Greenspring Ave, Owings Mills · ★ 4.6 (9)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Parkton 1 stable

Parsonsburg 1 stable

  • Hoof Prints Trail Riding Center5367 Sixty Foot Rd, Parsonsburg · ★ 4.8 (16)

    Sandy took her from having never been on a horse to STANDING on one for Pete’s sake….

    From a Google review

Pasadena 1 stable

  • Hidden Gems Equine, LLC.1730 Bayside Beach Rd, Pasadena · ★ 4.8 (18)

    Lessons for beginners and advanced riders, as well as group trail rides.

    From a Google review

Poolesville 3 stables

  • Bascule Farm LLC20800 Whites Ferry Rd, Poolesville · ★ 4.8 (35)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Willow Mist Farm16021 Partnership Rd, Poolesville · ★ 4.8 (16)

    My son is a first time rider and is learning so much!

    From a Google review
  • Poplar Hill Stables18500 Beallsville Rd, Poolesville · ★ 5 (3)
    Beginners: mentioned in a customer review

Port Deposit 1 stable

  • Rolling Hills Ranch33 Rolling Hills Ranch Ln, Port Deposit · ★ 4.7 (28)

    Good for beginners and advanced riders.

    From a Google review

Pylesville 1 stable

Queenstown 1 stable

  • Ennisbrook Farm Equestrian Centre2201 Bennett Point Rd, Queenstown · ★ 5 (12)

    Quality tack, clean facilities, and very well trained horses for beginners to get that confidence needed to advance to the next level of riding.

    From a Google review

Randallstown 1 stable

  • Gaitaway Stables10620 Liberty Rd, Randallstown · ★ 4.3 (29)

    So many horses for beginners or more experienced riders and multiple trails to choose from as well great staff and they're very friendly.

    ★★★★★ Alvin, Oct 2021

Rockville 1 stable

  • Camp Olympia5511 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville · ★ 3.9 (41)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Rocky Ridge 1 stable

  • North Hall Farm14409 Old Frederick Rd, Rocky Ridge · ★ 5 (11)

    I highly recommend her to anyone looking for beginner lessons or lessons for their kiddos!

    From a Google review

Silver Spring 1 stable

  • Woodland Horse Center16301 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring · ★ 4.5 (38)

    This was her first time riding and taking care of horses.

    ★★★★★ Alex, Aug 2019

St Michaels 1 stable

  • Country Comfort Farm23720 Fair Play Point Farm Rd, St Michaels · ★ 5 (8)
    Beginners: mentioned in 2 customer reviews

Sykesville 1 stable

  • Pickwick Stables6020 Emerald Ln, Sykesville · ★ 4.8 (11)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Taneytown 1 stable

  • Hope Floats Equestrian4625 Buffington Ln, Taneytown · ★ 4.7 (22)

    She has been teaching my daughter beginner riding lessons.

    ★★★★★ Jill, Jul 2022

Thurmont 2 stables

Union Bridge 2 stables

Upper Marlboro 2 stables

  • Marlboro Ridge Equestrian Center11400 Marlboro Ridge Rd, Upper Marlboro · ★ 4.5 (62)

    100% professional trainer, Great atmosphere for beginner riders soon as you walked into the door, can't wait to see y'all again.

    From a Google review
  • Miss Nicole's Horseback Riding and the Healing Farm14611 St Thomas Church Rd, Upper Marlboro · ★ 4.9 (17)

    Their horses are calm and very good for beginners (this is coming from someone who was taught riding on very disobedient horses).

    ★★★★★ Charlie, Jun 2024

Westminster 2 stables

  • Ship's Quarters Farm1665 Gold Smith Dr, Westminster · ★ 4.9 (10)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Broken Road Acres1256 Sundog Dr, Westminster · ★ 5 (4)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Willards 1 stable

  • Holly Ridge Farm Equestrian Center36609 Purnell Crossing Rd, Willards · ★ 4.8 (34)

    We had the most wonderful experience at Holly Ridge for our trail ride and we were first time riders.

    From a Google review

Windsor Mill 1 stable

  • City Ranch, Inc7613 Dogwood Rd, Windsor Mill · ★ 4.4 (50)

    I highly recommend the City Ranch for beginners, intermediate and skilled riders.

    From a Google review

Woodbine 1 stable

Worton 1 stable

Beginner checklist

  1. Wear long pants and boots with a small heel. Flat sneakers can slip through a stirrup, and shorts let the saddle rub.
  2. Ask about helmets. Many stables lend riding helmets. Ask whether they have one that fits, or bring your own riding helmet.
  3. Tell them you are new. It gets you the right horse and the right pace.

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