15 Guided Horseback Trail Rides in the USA Worth Flying For

1.Mulholland Trail Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 615 reviews · 1 hour · from $75Our pick

Meet at Sunset Ranch Hollywood, just below the Hollywood Sign, for a one-hour guided ride through Griffith Park. Guides such as Dixie, Cass, Benito, and Megan help beginners settle in, match riders with calm horses, and take photos along the trail. Expect a relaxed pace, broad city views, and some hillside exposure.

“Had an amazing time. It’s a memory that will last a lifetime. The guides were great, my horse was hilarious and Kilo had the cutest friendly face! Definitely recommend!”

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2.2-Hour Hollywood Trail Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 256 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Ride for two hours through Griffith Park from Sunset Ranch Hollywood. Your English-speaking guide leads a calm, single-file ride past views of the Hollywood sign, Griffith Observatory, downtown Los Angeles, and the city below. No riding experience is needed, but riders must be at least 8 years old and weigh 240 pounds or less.

“It was a great. It was very calming. To be above Los Angelos for a ride was beautiful. We have 5 teens and they loved it too! The car lot is locked up on the property.”

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3.Mulholland Trail Horseback Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $75

Ride gentle, well-trained horses through Griffith Park with a guide such as Cassie, Cass, or Carly. This one-hour route offers close views of the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Downtown Los Angeles, and steep hillside drops. It suits beginners, but riders should be comfortable with heights and follow the 240-pound weight limit.

“A great way to spend an hour in Hollywood doing something completely different! Carly was a friendly and knowledgeable guide who enhanced the experience.”

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4.Memphis Horseback Trail Ride Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · from $85Top rated

Meet your guide at Shelby Farms Stables for a one-hour trail ride through Memphis’s 4,500-acre park. Horses suit first-time and seasoned riders, and guides such as Crystal, Jess, Mary, and Hannah help with mounting, steering, and trail manners. Expect woods, open paths, deer, and a small group of no more than 12.

“We had a fantastic time! Our trail guides were very nice & very knowledgeable. We had a big group of riders- most were brand new to riding & as an experienced rider I can attest to the fact that they gave them great tips & instruction. Everything was well organized & planRead more”

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5.Miami: Beach Horse Ride & Nature Trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 161 reviews · 1 hour · from $180

Ride a well-trained horse through Virginia Key Beach Park with a bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll learn about local wildlife, follow a nature trail, stop for beach photos, and may walk into the water. No riding experience is needed, but open-toed shoes, pregnancy, children under six, and riders over 250 pounds are not permitted.

“It was best in class experience and the guide was very helpful. Due to strong wind my cap dropped off and he managed to found it:)”

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6.Horseback Ride on Scenic Lake Louisa Trails

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Ride several miles through Lake Louisa State Park with guides who match beginners to calm horses and explain local plants, wildlife, and history. The group is limited to nine people, and guides such as Tina, Tracey, Hillary, and Janelle are praised for clear instruction and a friendly style. Plan for about 90 minutes on the trail.

“the horse back riding is easy going and you get to learn about the history, wildlife, and plants of the area. the tour guides were very friendly”

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7.Private Advanced Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $216

At Gunstock Ranch, you ride privately through 600 acres of Hawaiian countryside for about 90 minutes. This advanced outing is designed for riders with at least five previous rides and may include trotting and cantering. Guides stay with you throughout, helmets and parking are included, and the route runs rain or shine when conditions are safe.

“Hannah and Paige were fantastic. It was exactly the experience we were looking for. Great views, the horses were very well taken care of.”

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8.Blue Flower Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $135

Ride the Blue Flower Trail for about two hours from Erik’s Ranch near Livingston. Guides such as Hunter, Brendan, Savannah, and Brandon help beginners feel at ease while sharing local stories about the Crow tribe, wildlife, and the Absaroka Mountains. Expect gentle horses, open valley views, and time for photographs.

“Very knowledgeable and very helpful on the trip, great horses knew what they were doing, awesome trail!”

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9.Mt. Hollywood Trail Tour on Horseback

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $165

Ride with an experienced guide through Griffith Park’s Mulholland Trail for about two hours. You’ll receive riding instruction, a helmet, and a gentle horse suited to beginners, with views of the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and Downtown Los Angeles. The ride starts and ends at 3200 Beachwood Drive, and the group can include up to 20 people.

“Really good trip, nice and peaceful ride in the morning. Great views and great guide. Horses are perfect for beginners.”

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10.1 Hour Guided Horseback Trail Ride Rock Springs Run State Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Ride with guides such as Cassie, Courtney, or Maddie through Rock Springs Run State Reserve for about two hours. Expect a gentle pace, calm horses, and a briefing before setting out through pine scrub, oak hammocks, bayous, and the historic Ethel area. The ride suits beginners, but a BMI of 31 or lower is required.

“It was beautiful, I love the experience of the country side. The hosts were great with the tour. We learn about historical grave side and warship.”

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11.Austin: Maverick Horsemanship Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 8 reviews · 3h 30m · from $180

Spend about two hours in the saddle with Maverick Horseback Riding, starting with safety instruction and horse matching before heading onto private trails south of Austin. Guides such as Annalise coach beginners closely and give experienced riders room to trot or canter. Confirm the exact meeting address before you go, since the listed Austin location can be misleading.

“Mise en place un peu compliqué mais nous avons passé ensuite un chouette moment”

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12.2 Hour Wildflower Horseback Trail Ride experience in Agoura Hills

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

At Twenty Nine Oaks Ranch in Agoura Hills, you help prepare your horse, take a short arena lesson, then ride into a canyon with guide Wyatt. Expect grassy views, wildflower meadows, shady arroyos, oak trees, and a private format suited to beginners and casual riders. A selfie stop is included.

“Wyatt was an incredible guide. Absolutely beautiful ride with gentle horses. Amazing vistas throughout Agoura Hills. Worth every penny.”

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13.1-Hour Page Horseshoe Bend Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $155

Spend about an hour on horseback at Horseshoe Bend with an English-speaking Navajo wrangler. You’ll ride from the Page meeting point to a private overlook on the ranch, learn how horses fit into Diné culture, and have time for photos. Groups are limited to 10, and the ride includes water, park fees, and Navajo sales tax.

“Awesome experience. Tour guides were super friendly and horses were very gentle. Views were amazing!”

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14.Hawaii: Small Group Rainforest Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $105

Ride with Ola Nani Ranch through lush rainforest toward Wao Kele o Puna Forest Reserve. Kimberly and her team match the pace to your riding ability, take photos along the trail, and finish with a cold drink, local products, and stories about the ranch. Riders must be 13 or older, intermediate or advanced, and under 180 pounds.

“Jazda na koni bola úžasná. Dievčatá nám všetko vysvetlili a našu vychádzku prispôsobili našim schopnostiam. Majitelia boli veľmi zlatí a dobrí ľudia.”

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15.Juneau: Alpine Wilderness Trail Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours · from $179

You’ll learn to handle a Segway X2, then follow a groomed Nordic ski trail through Eaglecrest’s Fish Creek Valley. Expect snow-capped peaks, lily ponds, Sitka spruce, Fish Creek’s clear waters, a short Treadwell Ditch walk, local snacks, and guides such as Clay, RJ, Sione, or Ollissa.

“Clay and RJ were terrific hosts and guides, dealing with a group of folks none of whom had ridden Segways before. They provided excellent training and took us on a fun tour. Clay was the “straight man” and RJ was the comic, complete with corny jokes and puns. Everyone had a great time and would do it again in the same circumstances.”

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