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Horseback riding in Chester, NY

We list 3 stables in Chester, New York. Per their reviews or their own websites, 1 offers guided trail rides, 1 gives riding lessons and 2 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

Royal Ranch

154 Hambletonian Rd

Boarding
5Rating
12Reviews
1Services

Serenity Rock Farms

547 Bull Mill Rd

Trail ridesBoardingBeginners
4.6Rating
10Reviews
3Services

Joyce Stever Equine Studies

48 McBride Rd

Lessons
5Rating
2Reviews
1Services

The "Local fave" rosette marks the Chester stable with the highest Google rating times review count. It's a ranking of public numbers, not an endorsement.

What Chester 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 Chester

1 stable here mentions guided trail rides:

Trail rides in New York

Riding lessons in Chester

1 stable here mentions riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: beginner riders (1).

“She has taught me so much…thank you Joyce …”

★★★★★ Denis, Aug 2025 · Google review of Joyce Stever Equine Studies
Riding lessons in New York

Horse boarding in Chester

2 of the 3 stables here mention boarding:

Horse boarding in Chester

Compare Chester stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Royal Ranch154 Hambletonian Rd 5★ 12 — — Boarding
Serenity Rock Farms547 Bull Mill Rd 4.6★ 10 Trail rides Beginners Boarding
Joyce Stever Equine Studies48 McBride Rd 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 Chester stables

Royal Ranch

When I first discovered Royal Ranch, I couldn’t believe it was real, it’s truly a hidden gem. The place is not only aesthetically stunning, but what impressed me most is how impeccably clean everything is and how much the hosts genuinely adore their horses. Each one is so loved and beautifully cared for.

★★★★★ Rudina, Oct 2025

Serenity Rock Farms

The cutest miniature horses and donkey who demands attention 😍 Very beautiful farm. Picturesque. A nice place to visit while coming to the Warwick or Middletown areas. Highly recommend!!

★★★★★ Erika, Aug 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews.

Top-rated in New York

Up to 10 New York stables ranked by Google rating times review count, each with 10 or more Google reviews.

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Horseback riding near Chester

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Chester horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Chester?
We list 3 stables in Chester, out of 713 stables in 364 cities across New York.
Which Chester stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Royal Ranch comes first, with 5★ from 12 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Chester?
Serenity Rock Farms 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 Chester?
Joyce Stever Equine Studies 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 Chester?
2 of the 3 Chester stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Royal Ranch and Serenity Rock Farms. Compare horse boarding in Chester.
Are Chester 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 Chester, 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 Chester have riding stables?
Goshen (6 stables, 4 mi), Florida (1 stable, 4 mi) and Campbell Hall (3 stables, 8 mi).

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