Horseback riding in Bowie, MD
We list 4 stables in Bowie, Maryland. Per their reviews or their own websites, all 4 give riding lessons and 2 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.
What Bowie stables offer
Trail rides
None of the 4 Bowie stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. That doesn't mean it isn't offered: call and ask. 44 stables across Maryland do.
Trail rides in MarylandRiding lessons in Bowie
All 4 stables here mention riding lessons:
- Merkel Farm Equestrian Center per its website and 12 reviews
- Great Escape Stables LLC per its website and 2 reviews
- Aiyana Horse Center per its website
- Progressive Equestrian Therapeutic Services per its website
Also mentioned here: beginner riders (2), English riding (2), summer camps (2), therapeutic riding (2).
Riding lessons in Maryland“Such a warm and kind place, great experience for my kids this summer, and they want to continue taking riding lessons here.”
Horse boarding in Bowie
2 of the 4 stables here mention boarding:
- Merkel Farm Equestrian Center per its website
- Great Escape Stables LLC per its website and 2 reviews
Horse boarding in Bowie“They are always improving the facilities, so I fully anticipate Great Escape becomming one of the best boarding stables in the area.”
Compare Bowie stables
| Stable | Rating | Reviews | Rides | Lessons and programs | Boarding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merkel Farm Equestrian Center9439 Merkel Farms Rd | 4.8★ | 56 | — | Lessons, Beginners, Summer camps, Therapeutic riding, English, Good for kids | Boarding |
| Great Escape Stables LLC17620 Central Ave | 5★ | 7 | — | Lessons, Beginners, Summer camps, English, Good for kids | Boarding |
| Aiyana Horse Center8900 Race Track Rd | 5★ | 1 | — | Lessons | — |
| Progressive Equestrian Therapeutic Services9439 Merkel Farms Rd | — | — | — | Lessons, Therapeutic riding | — |
What riders say about Bowie stables
This barn isn’t fancy, but if you want to learn to ride and compete in equestrian shows it’s fantastic. It’s managed by a small group of people, so you really get to know the trainers well. They focus on the fundamentals of equestrian riding and it shows in the quality of their riders in competitions/shows.
I’ve been riding at GES for about a year and it’s a wonderful experience. There are amazing ponies, and sweet friends to hang out with. Stephanie is the most supportive and funny trainer ever. She’s helped me grow my confidence from 0 to 100. Coming to great escape is the best decision i’ve ever made.
Top-rated in Maryland
Up to 10 Maryland stables ranked by Google rating times review count, each with 10 or more Google reviews.
Top-rated stables in MarylandHorseback riding near Bowie
- Gambrills 1 · 5 mi
- Davidsonville 7 · 6 mi
- Lanham 1 · 7 mi
- Hyattsville 1 · 8 mi
- Crownsville 1 · 9 mi
- Harwood 4 · 11 mi
- Laurel 3 · 12 mi
- Burtonsville 2 · 13 mi
Bowie horseback riding FAQ
- How many riding stables are in Bowie?
- We list 4 stables in Bowie, out of 202 stables in 97 cities across Maryland.
- Which Bowie stable ranks first on Google numbers?
- By Google rating times review count, Merkel Farm Equestrian Center comes first, with 4.8★ from 56 reviews.
- Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Bowie?
- None of the 4 Bowie stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. 44 stables across Maryland do: see trail rides in Maryland.
- Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Bowie?
- All 4 Bowie stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: Merkel Farm Equestrian Center, Great Escape Stables LLC, Aiyana Horse Center and Progressive Equestrian Therapeutic Services. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
- Where can I board a horse in Bowie?
- 2 of the 4 Bowie stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Merkel Farm Equestrian Center and Great Escape Stables LLC. Compare horse boarding in Bowie.
- Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in Bowie?
- Summer camps: Merkel Farm Equestrian Center and Great Escape Stables LLC. Therapeutic riding: Merkel Farm Equestrian Center and Progressive Equestrian Therapeutic Services. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
- Are Bowie 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 Bowie, 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 Bowie have riding stables?
- Gambrills (1 stable, 5 mi), Davidsonville (7 stables, 6 mi) and Lanham (1 stable, 7 mi).