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Horseback riding for beginners in North Carolina
191 stables in North Carolina welcome beginners, out of 575 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.
Top 12 by rating and reviews
Ranked by Google rating × number of reviews (10 reviews or more). The other 179 stables are listed by city below.
Great place for beginners who are interested in horse back riding, the staff is great.
The stable's website says so too.
The owners and guides were awesome and they do a great job pairing horses to match the rider's skill level, including first time riders.
I was a little nervous since it was my first time riding a horse without someone guiding it but the guide was great and I felt super comfortable by the end.
I have no experience and the staff was amazing.
If you’re looking for a fun, memorable horseback riding experience—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider—Dutch Creek Trails is the place to go.
For this to be my first time ever riding a horse the host Janice made me feel very relaxed and she was very informative whenever I had any questions while we were riding!
The stable's website says so too.
I’d definitely recommend this ride, especially if you’re bringing first-time riders or looking for a laid-back, scenic experience.
The stable's website says so too.
This was a really fun experience for my first time riding horses, and I recommend this place for others who are interested in trying this out.
Stables at Cedar Island Ranch - Horseback Riding
On our first ride on Saturday, we were riding with children who had never been on a horse before, and with no experience, they still did excellent with Jeremys help.
More stables that welcome beginners in North Carolina, by city
Alexander
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Andrews
- Beginners: mentioned in 5 customer reviews
Apex
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Asheboro
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Asheville
First time on a horse and the very professional young cowgirls did a great job guiding us in how to properly control our horses and keep them on the trail.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Kidzip is great for beginners.
Bahama
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider looking to refine your skills, Ashley tailors her instruction to meet your individual needs and goals.
Bailey
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Banner Elk
Great short trail for beginner riders.
Benson
This was my first time riding a horse!
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Beulaville
The horses were well cared for, gentle, and easy to ride, making the experience enjoyable for both beginners and experienced riders.
Boone
Loved the beginner's horseback tour!
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Bunnlevel
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Burlington
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Candler
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Carthage
Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced rider, Achnacarry is the best!
Castle Hayne
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Chapel Hill
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Charlotte
The crew made sure to remind us of proper posture when going faster, but they are also very beginner-friendly and provide helmets to keep you protected.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Cherryville
As a beginner, she tailors her instruction to my level and is easy to follow.
Designed to teach beginner riders.
Clayton
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Attendees ranged from beginners new to Eventing to Training/Prelim riders.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Clemmons
The horses we each had their own personality and were easy to work with, especially for beginners.
Cleveland
I would recommend anyone from a beginner to a seasoned rider to this facility.
Clyde
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Concord
She encourages us no matter what level we are on, if you are a beginner , your just as important as someone in shows .
I would highly recommend coming here if you love horses and are interested in riding, whether you are a beginner or want to advance your skills or even participate in horse shows.
It is a great experience for both beginner riders and experienced.
Cullowhee
- Beginners: mentioned in 8 customer reviews
Davidson
great for all ages and very welcoming for beginners my horse loves it too
Durham
The owner Heather is kind and knowledgeable and her horses were perfect for beginner riders.
Took my son for a trail ride on my birthday and plan to enroll him in their 4 week beginner program followed by the 4 week intermediate program.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
The trainers are extremely encouraging with children of all ages, from the early beginners to high school kids honing their jumping skills.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Efland
Owner/trainer Jeanette has been wonderful, re-teaching me the basics as an adult beginner getting back into riding.
Elkin
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Fayetteville
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Franklinton
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Franklinville
This would definitely be a great experience for first time riders!
Fuquay-Varina
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Gastonia
Having never ridden a horse, this was all new to me, and I'm glad that I was able to have this discussion up front, no surprises down the road.
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Gibsonville
Great horses for (semi-) beginners as well.
Greensboro
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Hampstead
I highly recommend this program to beginners and advanced riders!
Henderson
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Hendersonville
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Hertford
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Hillsborough
- Beginners: mentioned in 3 customer reviews
I would highly recommend it for anyone who has never been on a horse or to someone who wants a low-key, relaxed, horse experience.
Hollister
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Hope Mills
Beautiful, professional farm perfect for beginner to advanced.
Hubert
Abby is always willing to accommodate anyway she can and is very patient with beginners with lots of knowledge to share and demonstrate.
Hudson
I have felt very comfortable as a "beginner" adult.
Huntersville
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Indian Trail
- Beginners: per the stable's website
They were all very gentle, great for beginners!
Great riding experience and goods for beginners.
Iron Station
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Jonesville
From beginner to top notch rider an everything in between.
Kernersville
My granddaughter had never been on a horse, until today at Smith Hollow Farm in Kernersville NC.
King
Tokota is a wonderful place for beginners such as myself.
Knightdale
- Beginners: per the stable's website
La Grange
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Leicester
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Leland
- Beginners: mentioned in 3 customer reviews
Most of Kassie‘s customers are complete beginners who do not know how to ride and her horses are completely tolerant Of that.
Lexington
As a beginner she took the time to teach me not just how to ride, but also how to care for a horse and horse anatomy.
It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or more experienced rider, you will feel welcome here.
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, Bay View Stables can help you improve your skills and have a great time.
Liberty
Can't say enough good about Megan and her teaching, perfect with beginners and experts.
Lillington
Jess is not only kind, and patient but her horses are so incredibly loved, cared for and perfect for beginners.
Linwood
Whether you’re a complete beginner or have riding experience, she’s a wonderful teacher who makes you feel comfortable and confident in the saddle.
Louisburg
My wife asked to go horse back riding for her birthday even though we had never been on a horse before.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Lucama
It serves everyone from first time riders to more advanced riders who are interested in joining a show team-though even beginners can show!
Macclesfield
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Mebane
Maddie has a special talent for teaching kids and grownup beginners.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Mills River
Calm horses perfect for beginners.
Mint Hill
There are quite a few horses for beginners up to advanced.
Mocksville
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Monroe
Whether your child has never been on a horse, or they want to compete in saddleseat, they will welcome you with open arms.
Mooresville
The kids (15 and 18) had never ridden a horse, and got helpful instruction in the coral before heading out.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Morganton
Excellent instruction, selection of horses and facilities for beginners to advanced riders and kids to adults!
Everyone was super energetic super easy-going easy to talk to great with beginners.
Mt Ulla
Has a lot of patience, and good helpful techniques for a beginner rider.
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
New Hill
Last show season, my daughter went from beginner in walk/trot all the way to jumping two foot hunters.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Pikeville
It was our first time riding horses (me and my mini me) and we enjoyed it.
Pinehurst
Allison is an amazing instructor for both beginners and advanced students in jumping and dressage.
Pink Hill
I would highly recommend BSR Rides to anyone interested in horseback riding, especially beginners.
Pisgah Forest
I would highly recommend her to any beginner or advanced rider looking to improve their skills and confidence!
Pittsboro
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Raeford
As a first-time rider, I had a great introduction to horseback riding at this stable.
She took me from a mere beginner, who didn't truly know much -- To riding training level courses with a young horse she helped me develope as well.
Raleigh
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Whatever you aspire to do with your riding, this is the perfect place in which to do it, whether you are a beginner rider of any age, or ready for the AOs.
Reidsville
- Beginners: per the stable's website
It was our first time riding & we absolutely loved it!
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Richlands
First time riding for my husband and I, the rest of the family had ridden before.
Rocky Mount
My two children, both first time riders, were won over by the owner with her gentle, patient and caring manner.
Rocky Point
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: mentioned in 2 customer reviews
Sanford
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
Highly recommend for first-time riders.
Sapphire
It was the first time riding a horse for all 3 of us!
Selma
Sir Doodle is an amazing horse for beginners!
Sophia
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Southern Pines
Highly recommended for all beginner to advanced students.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Stella
We were very much beginner riders and Andrea was kind, patient, and very knowledgeable.
Stokes
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Stokesdale
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Summerfield
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced rider, this is the place you’ll want to keep coming back to.
Supply
Our trainers were knowledgeable and personable— good at working with us beginners.
Taylorsville
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- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Tobaccoville
Ogbutn Stables has kids' camps in the summer for beginners to more experienced riders.
Trenton
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Troy
This was my first time riding Uwharrie National Forest.
Tryon
I started taking beginner riding lessons about 8 months ago at Cherokee Hills Farm.
Wake Forest
It was my girlfriends and my first time riding on a horse.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Warrenton
- Beginners: mentioned in 2 customer reviews
Waxhaw
- Beginners: per the stable's website
- Beginners: mentioned in a customer review
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Wendell
- Beginners: per the stable's website
I am an adult beginner taking lessons with Coral.
Willow Spring
The staff is friendly and patient with beginner riders.
Perfect barn for beginners!
I've watched beginner lessons through NC State Dressage lessons and Bridget is very knowledgeable.
Wilmington
CKS is a great barn for beginners Thru advanced riders wanting to hone their skills.
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Bella is amazing not just with all horses but children, adults, beginners you name it!
Winston-Salem
She had never ridden a horse before and they went above and beyond for all the children!
- Beginners: per the stable's website
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Yadkinville
- Beginners: per the stable's website
Youngsville
They have several trainers for the riders from beginner to the experienced.
Beginner checklist
- Wear long pants and boots with a small heel. Flat sneakers can slip through a stirrup, and shorts let the saddle rub.
- Ask about helmets. Many stables lend riding helmets. Ask whether they have one that fits, or bring your own riding helmet.
- Tell them you are new. It gets you the right horse and the right pace.
Beginners in North Carolina, by city
- Durham8
- Waxhaw6
- Chapel Hill5
- Mooresville5
- Charlotte4
- Indian Trail4
- Lexington4
- Raleigh4
- Taylorsville4
- Asheville3
- Clayton3
- Concord3
- Gastonia3
- Greensboro3
- Mebane3
- Reidsville3
- Wake Forest3
- Willow Spring3
- Wilmington3
- Winston-Salem3
- Apex2
- Benson2
- Boone2
- Cherryville2
- Hillsborough2
- Huntersville2
- Leland2
- Louisburg2
- Marshall2
- Morganton2
- Mt Ulla2
- New Hill2
- Raeford2
- Rocky Point2
- Sanford2
- Southern Pines2
- Summerfield2
- Wendell2
- Alexander1
- Andrews1
- Asheboro1
- Bahama1
- Bailey1
- Banner Elk1
- Beulaville1
- Bunnlevel1
- Burlington1
- Candler1
- Carthage1
- Castle Hayne1
- Catawba1
- Cedar Island1
- Cherokee1
- Clemmons1
- Cleveland1
- Clyde1
- Cullowhee1
- Davidson1
- Efland1
- Elkin1
- Fayetteville1
- Franklinton1
- Franklinville1
- Frisco1
- Fuquay-Varina1
- Gibsonville1
- Hampstead1
- Henderson1
- Hendersonville1
- Hertford1
- Hollister1
- Hope Mills1
- Hubert1
- Hudson1
- Iron Station1
- Jonesville1
- Kernersville1
- King1
- Knightdale1
- La Grange1
- Leicester1
- Liberty1
- Lillington1
- Linwood1
- Lucama1
- Lumber Bridge1
- Macclesfield1
- Mills River1
- Mint Hill1
- Mocksville1
- Monroe1
- Newland1
- Pikeville1
- Pinehurst1
- Pink Hill1
- Pisgah Forest1
- Pittsboro1
- Richlands1
- Rocky Mount1
- Rutherfordton1
- Sapphire1
- Selma1
- Sophia1
- Spruce Pine1
- Stella1
- Stokes1
- Stokesdale1
- Sugar Grove1
- Supply1
- Tobaccoville1
- Trenton1
- Troy1
- Tryon1
- Warrenton1
- Yadkinville1
- Youngsville1
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