Horseback riding in San Marcos, TX
We list 5 stables in San Marcos, Texas. Per their reviews or their own websites, all 5 give riding lessons and 1 boards horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.
What San Marcos stables offer
Trail rides
None of the 5 San Marcos 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. 179 stables across Texas do.
Trail rides in TexasRiding lessons in San Marcos
All 5 stables here mention riding lessons:
- RED Arena per its website
- Hidden Willow Equestrian Center per 6 reviews
- Sunny Fox Farms per 3 reviews
- Branded Heart Ranch per 7 reviews
- Duke Williams Performance Horses per its website
Also mentioned here: beginner riders (3), English riding (2), Western riding (1), summer camps (1), therapeutic riding (1).
Riding lessons in Texas“They are deeply generous and trusting people who genuinely want the best for every horse that comes through their farm, whether it is a rescue, retirement horse, or lesson horse.”
Horse boarding in San Marcos
1 stable here mentions boarding:
- Hidden Willow Equestrian Center per 2 reviews
Compare San Marcos stables
| Stable | Rating | Reviews | Rides | Lessons and programs | Boarding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RED Arena1708 Center Point Rd | 4.8★ | 16 | — | Lessons, Beginners, Summer camps, Therapeutic riding, English | — |
| Hidden Willow Equestrian Center4908 Redwood Rd | 4★ | 16 | — | Lessons, Beginners | Boarding |
| Sunny Fox Farms2555 Hugo Rd | 5★ | 9 | — | Lessons, Beginners | — |
| Branded Heart RanchEl Camino Way Dr | 5★ | 7 | — | Lessons | — |
| Duke Williams Performance Horses200 Windermere Rd | 5★ | 4 | — | Lessons, English, Western | — |
What riders say about San Marcos stables
Red Arena is a great place for riders with autism, add, and other disabilities. The staff is great, and the horses are fantastic, I love Mr. T a lot! He’s a bit difficult but is perfect for my skill level.
Hidden Willow Equestrian Center
The proprietor is an expert in equine care. She treats all animals under her watch as if they were her own. Leaving any animal in her care will get top-knotch treatment. This business takes pride in their work.
Catherine was one of my granddaughters instructors. She is marvelous my granddaughter won state with her lessons. And she always matches her girls up with the right horse every time.
Top-rated in Texas
Up to 10 Texas stables ranked by Google rating times review count, each with 10 or more Google reviews.
Top-rated stables in TexasHorseback riding near San Marcos
- Martindale 1 · 7 mi
- Maxwell 1 · 9 mi
- Kyle 2 · 12 mi
- Wimberley 3 · 16 mi
- Canyon Lake 3 · 16 mi
- New Braunfels 6 · 16 mi
- Luling 1 · 16 mi
- Lockhart 4 · 17 mi
San Marcos horseback riding FAQ
- How many riding stables are in San Marcos?
- We list 5 stables in San Marcos, out of 1,099 stables in 311 cities across Texas.
- Which San Marcos stable ranks first on Google numbers?
- By Google rating times review count, RED Arena comes first, with 4.8★ from 16 reviews.
- Where can I go on a guided trail ride in San Marcos?
- None of the 5 San Marcos stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. 179 stables across Texas do: see trail rides in Texas.
- Where can I take horseback riding lessons in San Marcos?
- All 5 San Marcos stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: RED Arena, Hidden Willow Equestrian Center, Sunny Fox Farms, Branded Heart Ranch and 1 more. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
- Where can I board a horse in San Marcos?
- Hidden Willow Equestrian Center boards horses, per its reviews or its own website. Ask which board types it offers and whether it has openings. More horse boarding in Texas.
- Are there pony rides, horse camps or therapeutic riding in San Marcos?
- Summer camps: RED Arena. Therapeutic riding: RED Arena. Each comes from the stable's reviews or its own website.
- Are San Marcos 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 San Marcos, 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 San Marcos have riding stables?
- Martindale (1 stable, 7 mi), Maxwell (1 stable, 9 mi) and Kyle (2 stables, 12 mi).