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Sunset horseback rides
A sunset ride heads out late in the day, so you are on the trail as the light turns gold and the heat drops. Every stable here offers sunset rides, per a customer review or its own website.
What a sunset ride is like
A sunset ride runs like other guided rides: you check in, meet your horse and ride out with a guide, usually at a walk. The difference is the timing, which moves through the year with the sunset.
In hot country, the end of the day is one of the most comfortable times to ride. In the mountains or by the sea it can cool off quickly once the sun is down, so bring a layer.
Couples and families often book a sunset ride for a birthday or anniversary. Ask whether the stable runs private rides.
A stable is listed here only when a customer review mentions sunset rides there or the stable's own website does. That review line, or a note about the website, is shown under each stable. What a stable offers can change, so check with it before you go. For 132 of them, the proof is the stable's own website.
Map of sunset horseback rides
Top-rated sunset horseback rides, in riders' words
Stables whose customers mention sunset rides in a review. Ranked by Google rating × number of reviews (10 reviews or more). Under each one is what a customer said. Open-now times come from Google; call the stable before you go.
They were also one of the only places offering sunset rides, which I absolutely loved.
The stable's website says so too.
We had an incredible time on the sunset horseback ride!
We had a great time on our sunset ride.
The sunset ride was spectacular and we even were treated to a rainbow.
I highly recommend the sunset ride — the scenery was absolutely beautiful and made the experience even more special!
The stable's website says so too.
Our sunset ride was perfect.
The stable's website says so too.
He clearly knew a lot about horses and he made our sunset ride a lot of fun.
Between Maddy being such a personable and knowledgeable guide to all the horses having such wonderful temperaments, we had so much fun on our sunset ride this past weekend.
We booked a sunset ride with Horsin Around Adventures during our honeymoon in Sedona, and it was one of the highlights of our trip.
The stable's website says so too.
I booked the Sunset trail ride and had an amazing time.
Our sunset ride with Colton was a highlight—he made each rider feel comfortable, included, and confident throughout the experience.
The stable's website says so too.
Lake Louisa State Park Tours & Activities
We had a great sunset ride with Tracy and Hillary.
The stable's website says so too.
Find sunset horseback rides by state
238 stables in 36 states offer sunset rides. States with 3 or more have their own page; the rest are listed further down.
- Alabama3
- Arizona35
- California35
- Colorado11
- Florida18
- Georgia9
- Hawaii5
- Illinois1
- Indiana1
- Kansas3
- Kentucky1
- Maryland1
- Massachusetts1
- Michigan3
- Minnesota2
- Missouri1
- Montana4
- Nevada6
- New Mexico6
- New York10
- North Carolina2
- Ohio2
- Oklahoma3
- Oregon5
- Pennsylvania3
- Rhode Island1
- South Carolina1
- Tennessee5
- Texas33
- Utah14
- Vermont1
- Virginia2
- Washington2
- West Virginia3
- Wisconsin1
- Wyoming4
States with one or two stables
Illinois
We did the sunset ride with bomb fire and they even did the fire in the barn since rain was expected later that evening.
Indiana
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
Kentucky
I did the sunset ride (starts around 6.
Maryland
Son says he will def be back to take advantage of a sunset ride with a date.
Massachusetts
He clearly knew a lot about horses and he made our sunset ride a lot of fun.
Minnesota
My husband and I really enjoyed the private sunset ride.
Because our day camp was infused with the sunset ride, we got to relax by a fire mid-ride.
Missouri
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
North Carolina
We had the best time on our sunset horseback ride with wrangler Jeremy.
- Sunset rides: mentioned in a customer review
Ohio
We did team penning, tried a bit of barrel racing, and went on some great trail rides, including a sunset ride one evening that I’ll never forget.
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
Rhode Island
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
South Carolina
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
Vermont
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
Virginia
My wife and I had the most unforgettable experience at Mountaintop Ranch on their Sunset Trail Ride.
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
Washington
Our small group did a sunset ride through the beautiful forest foothills of Rainier.
- Sunset rides: per the stable's website
Wisconsin
It’s called The Sunrise Ranch but I think that sunset rides are breathtaking!
Sunset ride questions
- What time do sunset horseback rides start?
- It changes with the season, since rides are timed to the sunset. Ask the stable what time to arrive.
- What should I wear on a sunset ride?
- Long pants, boots with a small heel and a warm layer for when the sun goes down. Ask the stable about helmets.
- Can beginners go on a sunset ride?
- Many sunset rides are guided walks that take beginners. Tell the stable how much you have ridden.
- Can I book a private sunset ride?
- Some stables run private rides for couples, families or small groups. Ask the stable what it offers.
- Which state has the most sunset horseback rides?
- Arizona and California tie for the most, with 35 stables each. In all, 238 stables in 36 states offer sunset rides in this directory.
- How do you decide which stables are listed here?
- A stable is listed here only when a customer review mentions sunset rides there or the stable's own website does. That review line, or a note about the website, is shown under each stable. What a stable offers can change, so check with it before you go.
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