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Horseback riding in Carver, MN

We list 2 stables in Carver, Minnesota. Per their reviews or their own websites, 1 offers guided trail rides, 1 gives riding lessons and 1 boards horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

River Valley Ranch, Inc.

16480 Jonathan Carver Pkwy

Trail ridesBoardingBeginners
4.4Rating
455Reviews
5Services

What Carver stables offer

Trail rides, lessons and boarding are listed apart. A service shows here only when the stable's Google reviews or its own website mention it.

Trail rides in Carver

1 stable here mentions guided trail rides:

Also mentioned here: sunset rides (1).

“Arrived early and had a wonderful conversation with Terry the owner and Ruby our trail guide.”

★★★★★ Veronica, Aug 2022 · Google review of River Valley Ranch, Inc.
Trail rides in Minnesota

Riding lessons in Carver

1 stable here mentions riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: beginner riders (1), pony rides (1).

Riding lessons in Minnesota

Horse boarding in Carver

1 stable here mentions boarding:

Horse boarding in Minnesota

Compare Carver stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
River Valley Ranch, Inc.16480 Jonathan Carver Pkwy 4.4★ 455 Trail rides, Sunset rides Beginners, Pony rides Boarding
Merlot Farm, LLC16930 Halsey Ave 5★ 2 — Lessons —

A service shows only when the stable's Google reviews or its own website mention it; the review sentence or website note is on each stable's page. A dash doesn't mean a stable lacks it, so ask.

What riders say about Carver stables

River Valley Ranch, Inc.

Highly recommend this ranch if you’ve been wanting to experience horse back riding as a beginner! We had a wonderful time today as first time riders. Our guide Kim and Abbie were knowledgeable and patient with our large group! Instructions were clear and easy to follow when it came to controlling the horse.

★★★★★ Alevtina, Jul 2026

Merlot Farm, LLC

Becky has been the most phenomenal instructor I’ve ever had. She is kind, knowledgeable, and can push you without pushing too far. I’ve grown so much in my time with her and can’t wait to continue to grow!

★★★★★ Courtney, Jun 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews.

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Horseback riding near Carver

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Carver horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Carver?
We list 2 stables in Carver, out of 267 stables in 118 cities across Minnesota.
Which Carver stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, River Valley Ranch, Inc. comes first, with 4.4★ from 455 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Carver?
River Valley Ranch, Inc. mentions guided trail rides, per its reviews or its own website. Ride lengths and rider rules vary, so ask the stable.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Carver?
Merlot Farm, LLC gives riding lessons, per its reviews or its own website. Ask about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Carver?
River Valley Ranch, Inc. boards horses, per its reviews or its own website. Ask which board types it offers and whether it has openings. More horse boarding in Minnesota.
Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in Carver?
Pony rides: River Valley Ranch, Inc. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
Are Carver 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 Carver, 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 Carver have riding stables?
Jordan (2 stables, 3 mi), Cologne (3 stables, 6 mi) and Shakopee (1 stable, 6 mi).

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