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Horseback riding for beginners in Missouri

69 stables in Missouri welcome beginners, out of 264 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.

69Stables
53Cities
264All stables in MO

Top 12 by rating and reviews

Ranked by Google rating × number of reviews (10 reviews or more). The other 57 stables are listed by city below.

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

Bear Creek Trail Rides

3400 US-65

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.6Rating
293Reviews
4Services

Most in our group were not experienced or had never been on a horse & the guides took great care of these guests.

★★★★★ Chrissy, Jul 2023

Ozark Mtn. Trail Rides

6549 MO-376

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.5Rating
237Reviews
4Services

He has never been on a horse before and they were great walking him through everything.

From a Google review

Kraus Farms Equestrian Center

333 Hillsboro Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.6Rating
226Reviews
7Services

Great for beginners and children.

★★★★★ Lindsey, May 2025

The stable's website says so too.

Lake of the Ozarks Trail Rides

193 Witt Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
5Rating
165Reviews
4Services
Beginners: mentioned in 3 customer reviews

Sunset Trails Stables

2100 SE Ranson Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.4Rating
127Reviews
8Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Woodson Hill Equestrian Center

7990 NW Mace Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.6Rating
97Reviews
8Services

Whether you’re just starting out as a beginner or are an advanced rider this barn welcomes everyone!

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

Valley Water Mill Park Equestrian Center

4007 N Farm Rd 171

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.8Rating
82Reviews
7Services

Great place for beginners and experienced riders alike!

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

RS RanchTrail Rides

1275 Smith Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBeginners
4.9Rating
68Reviews
6Services

Great for first time riders and experienced riders looking for something less ordinary.

From a Google review

Thouvenel Stables - Horseback Riding

494 Tan tar a Drive

Trail ridesBeginnersPony rides
4.7Rating
70Reviews
3Services

I am a first time rider and they were understanding and helped me when I needed it.

From a Google review

Cheyenne Acres

16332 Maries Rd 524

Beginners
4.4Rating
67Reviews
1Services

He had never rode a horse with such a big motor and Kip set him up with the perfect one.

From a Google review

Castlewood Stables

15811 Jedberg Ln

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.8Rating
52Reviews
4Services
Beginners: per the stable's website

Wright Equestrian Center

1028 Mennemeyer Rd

Trail ridesLessonsBoarding
4.6Rating
50Reviews
8Services

I was an adult beginner who started at square one.

From a Google review

The stable's website says so too.

More stables that welcome beginners in Missouri, by city

Ashland 1 stable

  • High Spirits Farm12054 Hardwick Ln, Ashland · ★ 5 (13)

    For Beginners , advanced riders , Academy riders or Equestrians.

    From a Google review

Aurora 1 stable

  • Mountain Creek Ranch21000 FR 2145, Aurora · ★ 5 (42)

    Had a blast with some friends for my first time riding and shooting!

    From a Google review

Ballwin 1 stable

  • Ridgefield Arena1410 Ridge Rd, Ballwin · ★ 4.5 (51)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Belton 1 stable

Branson 2 stables

  • Homestead Farm Retreat & RV261 Collins Rd, Branson · ★ 5 (44)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Grace Riding Academy261 Collins Rd, Branson · ★ 5 (22)

    This is definitely a great time whether it’s your first time riding or if you have years of experience.

    From a Google review

Brookline 1 stable

  • Old Mill Arena2051 Old Mill Rd, Brookline · ★ 4.6 (13)
    Beginners: mentioned in a customer review

Buckner 1 stable

Camden Point 1 stable

  • The Lazy Horse Equine Center18555 N Stubbs Station Rd, Camden Point · ★ 4.6 (11)

    Jessie has a lifelong experience with horses and enjoys sharing her knowledge with beginner and experienced riders!

    ★★★★★ Jamie, May 2018

Camdenton 1 stable

  • Rolling Hills Ranch271 Hayburner Ranch Rd, Camdenton · ★ 5 (12)

    Great for beginner to expert, and they also offer many great activities for kids.

    From a Google review

Cape Girardeau 2 stables

  • Remley Equestrian Center215 Remley Ln, Cape Girardeau · ★ 4.7 (3)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Goggin Farms Horse Arena4580 State Highway W, Cape Girardeau · ★ 5 (2)

    We would recommend Goggins Farms to any rider from beginner to experienced!

    From a Google review

Chesterfield 1 stable

Columbia 6 stables

Easton 1 stable

  • Black Clover Ranch450 SE 112th Rd, Easton · ★ 5 (33)

    We were complete beginners wanting to get into horses and were completely in over our heads.

    From a Google review

Elsberry 1 stable

  • Double Eagle Ranch245 State Hwy NN, Elsberry · ★ 4.6 (13)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Eminence 1 stable

  • Eminence Trailrides20770 Co Rd 207, Eminence · ★ 5 (32)

    My niece had never ridden a horse before and Scott did a great job making her feel comfortable on a horse.

    From a Google review

Eureka 1 stable

Glencoe 1 stable

  • Baskin Farm18124 Baskin Farm Dr, Glencoe · ★ 4.5 (21)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

High Ridge 2 stables

  • Miller Arabians4650 Schumacher Rd, High Ridge · ★ 5 (6)

    Let’s just say they’re magicians who somehow turn clueless beginners into confident riders, all while cracking jokes that make the lessons fly by.

    From a Google review
  • Kraus Farms333 Hillsboro Rd, High Ridge · ★ 5 (3)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Holts Summit 1 stable

  • Iron Wing Ranch, LLC11727 Fletcher Ln, Holts Summit · ★ 4.9 (18)

    She’s a first time rider and is very comfortable with everyone and is having a good time.

    ★★★★★ Robert, Jun 2024

Innsbrook 1 stable

Kansas City 3 stables

  • Black Diamond Ranch6900 NE 108th St, Kansas City · ★ 4.7 (21)
    Beginners: per the stable's website
  • Pine Hill Farm8000 NW Mace Rd, Kansas City · ★ 4.7 (12)

    Would recommend for any avid rider, beginner to advanced.

    ★★★★★ Susanna, May 2025
  • Nikia Valley Equine10306 Bannister Rd, Kansas City · ★ 5 (3)
    Beginners: mentioned in a customer review

Kearney 1 stable

  • Linden Hill Stables11601 State Rte 92, Kearney · ★ 4.6 (13)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Kirksville 1 stable

  • Lazy Creek Ranch25442 Laurel Ln, Kirksville · ★ 4.8 (28)

    We had a fantastic experience with my girls first time riding!

    From a Google review

Lake St Louis 1 stable

Lexington 1 stable

  • Big River Ranch20111 Goodloe Orchard Rd, Lexington · ★ 4.7 (153)

    I'm a beginner horse rider, and they were all great at explaining what to do.

    From a Google review

Liberty 1 stable

Lone Jack 1 stable

  • Black Oak Ranch204 E Casey Rd, Lone Jack · ★ 4.7 (11)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Manchester 1 stable

Mora 1 stable

  • Von Holten Ranch30455 Pacific School Rd, Mora · ★ 4.8 (78)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Neosho 1 stable

New Bloomfield 1 stable

  • Liz Haben4161 Countrymen Ln, New Bloomfield · ★ 5 (8)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Pleasant Hill 1 stable

  • Timbermist Farm18901 Rte 291, Pleasant Hill · ★ 4.7 (30)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Raymore 1 stable

  • McCallister Stable & Sims Stable924 S Madison St, Raymore · ★ 4.9 (8)

    I highly recommend McCallister Stable and Sims Stable to horse lovers both beginner and advanced, young or not so young:) And of course the horses there are treated like royalty.

    From a Google review

Republic 1 stable

  • Green Valley Stables1590 State Hwy 174, Republic · ★ 4.5 (20)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Rocheport 1 stable

Seligman 1 stable

Southwest City 1 stable

  • 4V Horse Company100 Fort Ln, Southwest City · ★ 5 (3)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

St James 1 stable

  • Witt's End Stables20413 Co Rd 1000, St James · ★ 5 (2)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Stewartsville 1 stable

  • C&E Horsemanship9902 MO-31, Stewartsville · ★ 5 (4)

    Their knowledge and experience exemplifies their ability to teach beginners such as my granddaughter.

    ★★★★★ Lori, Oct 2025

Stoutland 1 stable

Troy 1 stable

Union 1 stable

  • Gentle Giants Ranch2415 Denmark Rd, Union · ★ 5 (9)

    She helped my first time rider feel very calm and confident riding.

    ★★★★★ Ashley, Oct 2026

Valley Park 1 stable

  • Valley Mount Ranch1090 Meramec Station Rd, Valley Park · ★ 4.2 (31)
    Beginners: mentioned in a customer review

Washington 1 stable

  • Marquis Farm, LLC502 Stagecoach Run, Washington · ★ 5 (6)
    Beginners: per the stable's website

Wentzville 2 stables

Wright City 1 stable

  • Happenstance Farms30296 N Stracks Church Rd, Wright City · ★ 4.8 (30)

    This was her first time riding and she had such great experience!

    ★★★★★ Jennifer, Jul 2018

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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Beginners in Missouri, by city

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