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Horseback riding in Amherst, MA
We list 6 stables in Amherst, Massachusetts. Per their reviews or their own websites, 3 give riding lessons and 3 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.
Heartland Farm
Laura Etzel Riding Instructor/Trainer
Millbrook Farm Stables
What Amherst stables offer
Trail rides
None of the 6 Amherst 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. 31 stables across Massachusetts do.
Trail rides in MassachusettsRiding lessons in Amherst
3 of the 6 stables here mention riding lessons:
- Muddy Brook Farm per 4 reviews
- Amethyst Farm per its website
- Stillpoint Farm per 1 review
Also mentioned here: English riding (1), summer camps (1).
Riding lessons in MassachusettsHorse boarding in Amherst
3 of the 6 stables here mention boarding:
- Muddy Brook Farm per 1 review
- Amethyst Farm per its website
- Stillpoint Farm per 1 review
Horse boarding in Amherst“The family are lovely people who were very good to my daughter who boarded her horse there while in college in Amherst.”
Compare Amherst stables
| Stable | Rating | Reviews | Rides | Lessons and programs | Boarding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muddy Brook Farm646 West St | 3.4★ | 26 | — | Lessons, Summer camps | Boarding |
| Amethyst Farm89 N East St | 3.9★ | 13 | — | Lessons, English | Boarding |
| Stillpoint Farm381 Flat Hills Rd | 5★ | 9 | — | Lessons | Boarding |
| Heartland Farm72 Station Rd | 4.2★ | 5 | — | — | — |
| Laura Etzel Riding Instructor/Trainer89 N East St | 5★ | 3 | — | — | — |
| Millbrook Farm Stables1730 S East St | 5★ | 1 | — | — | — |
What riders say about Amherst stables
I have two daughters 7 & 11 and they love going to Muddy Brook Farm ! They have gained so much confidence it’s amazing . They beg me to drive over there just to see all the horses . Would highly recommend the riding/lesson program .
Best barn ever! I feel so lucky we connected with this barn. Abby is an amazing instructor.
New ownership has made all the difference here. It's amazing how when you have owners that care. The experience of riding becomes fun for the kids and not difficult. A great barn for new riders.
Top-rated in Massachusetts
Up to 10 Massachusetts stables ranked by Google rating times review count, each with 10 or more Google reviews.
Top-rated stables in MassachusettsHorseback riding near Amherst
- Hatfield 2 · 6 mi
- South Deerfield 1 · 7 mi
- Granby 3 · 7 mi
- Belchertown 5 · 8 mi
- Leverett 2 · 8 mi
- South Hadley 2 · 9 mi
- Easthampton 3 · 11 mi
- Westhampton 2 · 14 mi
Amherst horseback riding FAQ
- How many riding stables are in Amherst?
- We list 6 stables in Amherst, out of 373 stables in 164 cities across Massachusetts.
- Which Amherst stable ranks first on Google numbers?
- By Google rating times review count, Muddy Brook Farm comes first, with 3.4★ from 26 reviews. For star rating alone (10+ reviews), Amethyst Farm is highest at 3.9★ from 13 reviews.
- Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Amherst?
- None of the 6 Amherst stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. 31 stables across Massachusetts do: see trail rides in Massachusetts.
- Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Amherst?
- 3 of the 6 Amherst stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: Muddy Brook Farm, Amethyst Farm and Stillpoint Farm. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
- Where can I board a horse in Amherst?
- 3 of the 6 Amherst stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Muddy Brook Farm, Amethyst Farm and Stillpoint Farm. Compare horse boarding in Amherst.
- Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in Amherst?
- Summer camps: Muddy Brook Farm. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
- Are Amherst 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 Amherst, 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 Amherst have riding stables?
- Hatfield (2 stables, 6 mi), South Deerfield (1 stable, 7 mi) and Granby (3 stables, 7 mi).