Horse Riding · USA
Red rock outside Las Vegas, ranch country in Texas, national park trails in Wyoming and Utah. These 15 American rides are compared on saddle time, terrain and what the meal at the end adds to the bill.
Ride calm horses through Nevada desert trails, enjoy a hearty cowboy breakfast, and escape the Strip on this relaxed five-hour ranch tour.
“Fabulous morning spent horseriding, the team are brilliant and so helpful, the horses are so well looked after and the ranch is well kept, I fell in love with the little dog such a cutie, breakfast was really tasty, a big thank you to the guys 😊”
Ride into a Red Rock Canyon sunset, then enjoy a fireside cowboy barbecue, s’mores, live entertainment, and hotel pickup from Las Vegas.
“Super fun and a great trip! I surprised my bf for his birthday and he loved it. 10/10 will so it again.”
Meet Kentucky thoroughbreds, visit private farms, feed horses peppermints, and explore Lexington horse country on a small-group tour.
“Very informative. A little redundant. Keeneland Park closed, as it was Thanksgiving Eve, but good considering close to holiday and a little distraction. There’s always a right time for horses for me!”
Trade the Las Vegas Strip for a sunset horseback ride, barbecue dinner, and starlit campfire in the Nevada desert.
“Loved this entire experience. Denny, our friendly driver and cook, got us all safely and on time to the ranch near Longdale, about 45minutes from Vegas. Upon arrival everything went smoothly and we were on our way within 30 minutes. As a newbie I definitely felt very safe in the hands of our guide, who explained very clearly how to handle the horse and what to do in various situations. Our pace was perfect and the ride itself was about 75 minutes, ending about 10 minutes before sunset. Along the way our guide talked a bit about the history and wildlife. There were 2 guides—one at the front, and the…”
Ride gentle horses through Bridger-Teton National Forest, with Teton views, helpful guides, and practical tips for this Wyoming trail ride.
“This was genuinely one of the best days. My sisters and I booked this for our annual trip we take together and I was SO stoked. I had never ridden a horse before and it was a dream come true to get to do so in such a beautiful setting. The wranglers were all so kind and our specific guide Jeremiah was adorably charming. He did such a great job telling us stories, keeping an eye on the horses, directing us on how to keep them in line, and generally entertaining us while his horse, Cowboy, made sure to make us all giggle with his big personality. I am a…”
Ride horseback through West Maui mountain trails, see seasonal waterfalls, enjoy ocean views, and meet friendly farm animals on this 3.5-hour tour.
“What a great mellow ride throughout the forest and down to the beach.! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.”
Ride horseback through Red Rock Canyon near Las Vegas with hotel pickup, friendly wranglers, trained horses, and striking desert views.
“Unbelievable views, great horses and professional and fun wranglers! Add this adventure to any vacation in Las Vegas”
Ride with Maui paniolos at Circle M Ranch for ocean views, rain forest trails, gentle horses, and a genuine Hawaiian ranch experience.
“this experience was truly wonderful! so beautiful and scenic and the staff was absolutely amazing! would absolutely recommend to anyone who loves animals and adventure!”
Review of Waco horseback riding at Brazos Bluffs Ranch, with beginner lessons, river views, friendly guides, pricing, and practical tips.
“Fantastic time! Guides were very helpful and would definitely do it again. Thank you for a wonderful experience.”
Review the Monument Valley Horseback Adventure Tour, with Navajo guides, well-matched horses, scenic buttes, prices, tips, and practical details.
“Super, even for a first rider. The guide was very helpful.”
Review of Chincoteague’s Up the Bay Pony and Wildlife Tour, with pony sightings, dolphins, local history, pricing, timing, and booking tips.
“Highly recommend!!!!!!!! Our sunset tour had no ponies but Captain Mike took us out on another tour in the early morning to be sure we saw ponies. We certainly saw many ponies! It was amazing!! Very kind of Captain Mike to take us on another tour. He was wonderful with great information about the ponies and the island.”
Review of Sunset Ranch Hollywood’s one-hour horseback ride, with Griffith Park views, Hollywood Sign access, pricing, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Great place to spend time. Definitely will do again.”
Review of Monument Valley’s 2-hour horseback tour, with Navajo guides, gentle horses, iconic buttes, pricing, timing, and practical tips.
“Safety is not a priority. They are only interested in getting you to sign the waiver No practice before beginning the tour. Our guide was young and a bit of a show off. He fell from his horse a number of times during the tour. About three quarters of the way through, the horse I was on reared up & threw me off causing injury to my lower back.”
Explore Gypsy Gold Horse Farm near Ocala with founder Dennis Thompson, meet Gypsy Vanner horses, and enjoy a peaceful two-hour tour.
“Amazing experience with the man who discovered a new breed of horse, the Gypsy Vanner. Beautiful time exploring the farm, petting the horses, giant donkeys and parrots. If you want to see the real Ocala, I highly recommend this horse farm tour. The owner shares his super interesting life history with the group. He needs to write a book!”
Ride into the Nevada sunset, then enjoy a cowboy-style barbecue, campfire, starry skies, and friendly guides outside Las Vegas.
“over just a pleasant and relaxing day. beautiful scenery. beautiful horses. cute ranch dogs and other animals. dinner was very good for what it was. nothing fancy, but very suited to the activity. ride was just the right length. would recommend for sure.”
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