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Horseback riding in Ithaca, NY

We list 4 stables in Ithaca, New York. Per their reviews or their own websites, 3 give riding lessons and 2 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

Ithaca Equestrian Center, LLC

1458 Trumansburg Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
5Rating
19Reviews
4Services

Cornell Equine Park

1 Bluegrass Ln

4.8Rating
10Reviews
—Services

Kelviden Equestrian Center

420 Sheffield Rd

LessonsBoardingBeginners
5Rating
6Reviews
3Services

Oxley Equestrian Center

John T. Oxley Equestrian Center and Stables, 220 Pine Tree Rd

Lessons
3.7Rating
6Reviews
1Services

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

What Ithaca 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

None of the 4 Ithaca 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. 103 stables across New York do.

Trail rides in New York

Riding lessons in Ithaca

3 of the 4 stables here mention riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: beginner riders (2), English riding (1).

“I learned more in one lesson with Paula than weeks of lessons I have previously had over the years.”

★★★★★ Margaret, Aug 2019 · Google review of Ithaca Equestrian Center, LLC
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Horse boarding in Ithaca

2 of the 4 stables here mention boarding:

Horse boarding in Ithaca

Compare Ithaca stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
Ithaca Equestrian Center, LLC1458 Trumansburg Rd 5★ 19 — Lessons, Beginners, English Boarding
Cornell Equine Park1 Bluegrass Ln 4.8★ 10 — — —
Kelviden Equestrian Center420 Sheffield Rd 5★ 6 — Lessons, Beginners Boarding
Oxley Equestrian CenterJohn T. Oxley Equestrian Center and Stables, 220 Pine Tree Rd 3.7★ 6 — 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 Ithaca stables

Ithaca Equestrian Center, LLC

Ithaca Equestrian Center is far and away the best barn in the area! Everyone is extremely kind and the facilities are immaculate. I am a Cornell student, and I brought my three-day event horse to school with me.

★★★★★ Jenna, Jan 2025

Cornell Equine Park

My nieces horse had to be taken here for emergency surgery from Alden NY. She was devastated. These people were unbelievably friendly helpful and compassionate to the horse and our family. So blessed to have a place like this close.

★★★★★ Dawn, Sep 2025

Kelviden Equestrian Center

Easy people to get along with, beautiful property. Ponies Java and Hope are well trained and trainer Sue sets the right tone each lesson.

★★★★★ John, 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 Ithaca

Stable count and straight-line distance between city centers.

Ithaca horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Ithaca?
We list 4 stables in Ithaca, out of 713 stables in 364 cities across New York.
Which Ithaca stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, Ithaca Equestrian Center, LLC comes first, with 5★ from 19 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Ithaca?
None of the 4 Ithaca stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. 103 stables across New York do: see trail rides in New York.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Ithaca?
3 of the 4 Ithaca stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: Ithaca Equestrian Center, LLC, Kelviden Equestrian Center and Oxley Equestrian Center. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Ithaca?
2 of the 4 Ithaca stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Ithaca Equestrian Center, LLC and Kelviden Equestrian Center. Compare horse boarding in Ithaca.
Are Ithaca 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 Ithaca, 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 Ithaca have riding stables?
Freeville (5 stables, 6 mi), Newfield (1 stable, 8 mi) and Brooktondale (1 stable, 9 mi).

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