North Carolina Horseback Riding
SMITH MOUNTAIN FARM & STABLES
We offer guided horseback trail riding. The gentle walk only riding pace allows for you to view Smith Mountain and the surrounding area scenery. The ride is through open fields, woods, creeks and steep inclines and is around 2 hours in length. We also offer "HORSE CAMP" every Saturday morning from 9 am to 11. Ages 8 years and up! Rent the log cabin and relax and enjoy the country farm atmosphere. Cabin has central air and heat, full kitchen and bath. Can sleep up to six people. Available minutes from us is Smith Mountain Lake. Try some guided striper bass fishing or enjoy the lake by renting a boat or jet ski. Also near the lake is golfing and dining. Family fun for everyone.
7661 Grassland Drive
Sandy Level, Va. 24161
Phone: (434-927-5199)
Smiling Horse Stables
Lessons are available in Dressage and Jumping from Beginner levels to the upper classes at our equestrian center or at the your barn. If you are thinking about getting correct riding instructions, feel free to "Contact Us" and we can discuss details.A way of training that we are specialized in that is very popular among our students is to train the horse and rider at the same time. We can look back on several, now very successful riders/horses, that have been trained this way. It works like this : We work with your horse for a part of the lesson and after successful compensating the new exercise, you get in the saddle and repeat the same exercise under our instructions.The Clinics we offer are open to all Jumper, Dressage and 3-Day-Event riders from Beginner level to upper show level and will be held at our equestrian center, public horse facilities or your barn. We have made special arrangements with "Comfort Suites" here in Gastonia and all guest of SHS receive a special discounted rate. Please see the hotel link on our link-page.
PO Box 1242
Gastonia, NC 28053
Phone: (704) 854-9147
Fax: (704) 854-9147
DEAD BROKE FARM
Dead Broke Farm offers horseback riding to satisfy every equine adventure need - guided trail rides, western style riding lessons, birthday parties, summer and track-out camp, camping trips, Indian Princess/Guide Tribe rides (including patches), Girl Scout and Boy Scout badges, corporate outings, weddings, reunions, fairs, and more!Located on over 60 sloping, wooded acres conveniently located in the Raleigh / Durham / RTP area, Dead Broke Farm offers you the opportunity to experience North Carolina's natural beauty in the most natural way - by horseback!Imagine going horseback riding on winding trails through a shady forest - the rhythm of your horse, a lazy creek, an abundance of wildlife, and pleasant knowlegeable guides. Safety is an important consideration in all our riding programs. We provide experienced guides, riding instructions, and riding helmets at no additional charge. We are trained in CPR and First Aid techniques. We have received the North American Horsemen's Association Safety Award every year since we began offering horseback riding to the public.
6921 Wildlife Trail
Raleigh, NC 27613
Phone: 919-596-8975
Painted Sunset Farm
We are a full service, family-oriented barn offering beginning and intermediate western riding lessons to riders of all ages. CHA certified trainer lives on-site. Our primary focus is on safety and control while on and around horses. Large riding arena, round pen and picnic area nestled under huge 100-yr. old oak trees. Trail rides, moonlight rides, and trail rides to commemorate that special occasion. Birthday pony parties, corporate and nonprofit outings including pony and hay rides, Scouts, Indian Guides/Princesses badge work, and summer camp program offered. Full and pasture board available. Training and breeding on-site (Foundation-bred Quarter Horse stallion. Proven producer.)
7900 Buffaloe Road
Raleigh, North Carolina 27616
PHONE: 919-266-1728
Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
Fresh mountain air, breath-taking scenery and an old fashioned down-home friendliness greet you when you visit family-owned Sandy Bottom Trail Rides. We are located on a secluded ranch minutes north of Asheville, North Carolina that has been in the family for three generations. Our picturesque trails pass through the high country, scenic mountain meadows and wooded areas. "We will always ride at your pace." Our rides are perfect for people of all ages and horseback riding abilities. We ride all ages, have no weight limits, and are flexible to meet your needs. Horseback riding at Sandy Bottom Trail rides is relaxing and safe! We have horses in our stable to match every guest's size and riding ability. All rides are accompanied by friendly, experienced trail guides. For the less adventurous, horse-drawn wagon and buggy rides are also available. Sandy Bottom offers horseback riding year round.We have one hour, two hour, three hour, and four hour horseback rides leaving daily from our stables at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM. It is not hard to can see why my great grandfather settled in this location over a hundred years ago!. You will never forget your North Carolina horseback riding experience at Sandy Bottom trail rides.
1459 Caney Fork Road
Marshall, NC 28753
Phone: (800) 959-3513
Fax: (828) 649-3464
Cedar Creek Stables
Cedar Creek Stables is a public trail riding facility, nestled in the beautiful mountains of Lake Lure, North Carolina.We strongly recommend reservations for all activities. Once you take a peek at the "Trail Rides" that are available, don't forget to call and make your reservations. Be sure to ask about other activities that are available.
542 Cedar Creek Rd.
Lake Lure, N.C. 28746
PHONE: 828-625-2811