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Horseback riding in Gig Harbor, WA

We list 10 stables in Gig Harbor, Washington. Per their reviews or their own websites, 7 give riding lessons and 2 board horses. Stables are ordered by Google rating times review count.

North Harbor Equestrian Center

14724 14th Ave NW

LessonsBeginnersEnglish
5Rating
23Reviews
4Services

Heartsong Equestrian Facility

3600 Olson Dr NW

5Rating
10Reviews
—Services

Hamilton Hill Farm

12604 189th Ave NW

LessonsBeginners
4.5Rating
8Reviews
2Services

Crescent Valley Farm

11708 Crescent Valley Dr NW

5Rating
7Reviews
—Services

Four Winds Riding Center

10012 Creviston Dr NW

Lessons
4.9Rating
7Reviews
1Services

Front and Center Horse Riding Academy

15414 82nd Ave NW

LessonsBoardingBeginners
4.3Rating
6Reviews
3Services

Alpine Equestrian

6622 Hunt St

LessonsBeginnersEnglish
5Rating
5Reviews
5Services

Arnolds Walking Horses

6802 Hunt St

LessonsBoarding
5Rating
3Reviews
2Services

Kellenbrook Farms

4919 Ray Nash Dr NW

LessonsEnglish
—Rating
—Reviews
3Services

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

What Gig Harbor 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 10 Gig Harbor 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. 45 stables across Washington do.

Trail rides in Washington

Riding lessons in Gig Harbor

7 of the 10 stables here mention riding lessons:

Also mentioned here: beginner riders (4), English riding (3), Western riding (2).

“I'm grateful for her patience and insight during our riding lessons and the care she has for horses and their relationship to humans.”

Google review of North Harbor Equestrian Center
Riding lessons in Washington

Horse boarding in Gig Harbor

2 of the 10 stables here mention boarding:

“They took in my two horses last minute when we needed to move boarding facilities!”

★★★★★ Raleigh, Aug 2024 · Google review of Arnolds Walking Horses
Horse boarding in Gig Harbor

Compare Gig Harbor stables

StableRatingReviewsRidesLessons and programsBoarding
North Harbor Equestrian Center14724 14th Ave NW 5★ 23 — Lessons, Beginners, English, Western —
Heartsong Equestrian Facility3600 Olson Dr NW 5★ 10 — — —
Hamilton Hill Farm12604 189th Ave NW 4.5★ 8 — Lessons, Beginners —
Crescent Valley Farm11708 Crescent Valley Dr NW 5★ 7 — — —
Four Winds Riding Center10012 Creviston Dr NW 4.9★ 7 — Lessons —
Front and Center Horse Riding Academy15414 82nd Ave NW 4.3★ 6 — Lessons, Beginners Boarding
Alpine Equestrian6622 Hunt St 5★ 5 Mountain rides Lessons, Beginners, English, Western —
Arnolds Walking Horses6802 Hunt St 5★ 3 — Lessons Boarding
Sunrise Stables2302 50th Ave NW 5★ 2 — — —
Kellenbrook Farms4919 Ray Nash Dr NW — — — Lessons, English, Good for kids —

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 Gig Harbor stables

North Harbor Equestrian Center

Sabrina is an educated and experienced trainer. She can help a beginner learn confidence with her talented horses or connection with your horse. She can also work with experienced riders to enhance or develop new skills.

★★★★★ Karen, Dec 2019

Heartsong Equestrian Facility

First rate barn and inside arena. Beautiful grounds. Sweet spirit and caring staff. The owners are gracious and hospitable. The manager and trainer is knowledgeable and focused on equine care, training and management. Jordan is a successful rider with breadth to enjoy many disciplines and depth to excellent in most.

★★★★★ Rob, Jun 2021

Hamilton Hill Farm

Jessica at Hamilton Hill is an incredible trainer! Her knowledge of horse care is second to none, and she truly cares about both her horses and her riders. She has an amazing ability to help riders improve their strength, confidence, and overall horsemanship.

★★★★★ Dani, Jun 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews.

Top-rated in Washington

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

Top-rated stables in Washington

Horseback riding near Gig Harbor

Stable count and straight-line distance between city centers.

Gig Harbor horseback riding FAQ

How many riding stables are in Gig Harbor?
We list 10 stables in Gig Harbor, out of 484 stables in 122 cities across Washington.
Which Gig Harbor stable ranks first on Google numbers?
By Google rating times review count, North Harbor Equestrian Center comes first, with 5★ from 23 reviews.
Where can I go on a guided trail ride in Gig Harbor?
None of the 10 Gig Harbor stables we list mention guided trail rides in their reviews or on their websites. 45 stables across Washington do: see trail rides in Washington.
Where can I take horseback riding lessons in Gig Harbor?
7 of the 10 Gig Harbor stables give riding lessons, per their reviews or their own websites: North Harbor Equestrian Center, Hamilton Hill Farm, Four Winds Riding Center, Front and Center Horse Riding Academy and 3 more. Ask each about English or Western, private or group, and openings.
Where can I board a horse in Gig Harbor?
2 of the 10 Gig Harbor stables board horses, per their reviews or their own websites: Front and Center Horse Riding Academy and Arnolds Walking Horses. Compare horse boarding in Gig Harbor.
Are Gig Harbor 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 Gig Harbor, 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 Gig Harbor have riding stables?
Vaughn (1 stable, 6 mi), Olalla (1 stable, 6 mi) and Fox Island (1 stable, 7 mi).

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