horseback riding programs

Enjoy beautiful trails and horseback riding. Choose from relaxing walk only rides, walk & trot rides, and exhilarating advanced level walk, trot, & canter rides.  Each ride is approximately 45 minutes from mounting to dismounting. For your safety, each trail ride is accompanied by several experienced wranglers. Our herd consists of a mix of different breeds such as: Quarter Horses, Thoroughbreds, Appaloosas, Paints, Percherons, Clydesdales, Haflingers, Icelandics, Morgans and Arabians. 

All-Inclusive package features one FREE RIDE per person per stay. Specials and sales such as the Family One Price does not include riding.

Pony Ride

A safe introduction for future horse lovers. Free pony ride for kids age 8 and under, per stay*. Walk our child-friendly ponies and make lifetime memories. Pictures are taken by our professional photographer and available for purchase in the lobby. 

Walk Ride

Great for all levels of riders ranging from beginners to advanced. A ride through the woods that is slow enough to take in the natural beauty of the surroundings and is ideal for first time riders or anyone that wants a relaxing, comfortable ride. 

Intermediate Ride

Walking & trotting. A fun, brisk ride that requires enough experience to be in control of the horse at all times. Riders should have approximately 10 hours of active saddle and riding time and be comfortable and confident with a faster horse stride.

Advanced Ride

Walking, trotting & cantering. A fast-paced, exciting ride for experienced horseback riders that are confidant and in control of their horse at all times and should not have to hold onto the saddle for balance. Screening for safety required.

Exclusive Experiences

COWBOY HORSEMANSHIP I

This half-day (3 hour) clinic covers everything Riders need to be “Trail Ready” and “Wrangler Wise” to better enjoy their horse-focused experiences! This clinic covers a variety of exercises, on the ground and under saddle, that will help the Rider take their skills to new levels. This clinic is perfect for the Novice Rider and ANYONE who wants to improve their ability to partner with a horse for a more enjoyable riding experience. Clinics can have up to four (4) Riders. Ages 10 and up. 

horse wrangler leading a horse on a lead rope, horse is brown with no saddle
cowboy on horse holding reigns, horse is on a tire with dirt in center with front hoofs

COWBOY HORSEMANSHIP II

OBSTACLE CHALLENGE: This half-day (3 hour) clinic covers all the skills a Rider needs to be confident around obstacles and obstacle challenges! Riders will develop Leadership and Control on the ground and under saddle as they refine their skills before moving out to the Obstacle Challenge Course where they will help their horse negotiate through a variety of obstacles and skill challenges! This clinic is perfect for Riders who have previous “horsemanship” experience or who ride at the “Intermediate” level here at the Ranch. Clinic can have up to three (3) Riders. Ages 12 and up. 

COWBOY HORSEMANSHIP III

TRAIL CHALLENGE: This two (2) hour Trail Challenge clinic will take your trail riding experience to new levels of FUN. Riders will experience all sorts of challenging natural terrain and obstacles as they pilot their horse through a variety of exercises that will refine their riding and improve their Communication, Control and Confidence. Riders will connect with their horses via groundwork exercises and then take to the woods as they “trail-blaze” through the rustic beauty of the Catskill Mountains. Perfect for Riders who have previous “horsemanship” experience or who ride at the “Intermediate” level here at the Ranch. Clinic can have up to three (3) Riders. Ages 12 and up. 

view from side of horse seeing just horse face and looking into woods on trail

Specialty Experiences

Barn Buddies (1-hour)

Kids & adults enjoy up-close, hands-on horse grooming, saddling, feedings and tidying up.

African American man in straw cowboy hat and sunglasses petting a horse's nose.
Horse-Owner For A Day

Great for kids & adults thinking of getting their own horse and see what it takes.

Sunset Ride (2-hour)

Enjoy a quiet, exclusive trail ride away from it all, at one of the most beautiful times of the day. (Seasonal May-September)

Private Lessons

Private Trail Ride (45-mins)

A quiet, exclusive trail ride away from it all.

Riders on horses riding through tall grass.
Private Trail Lesson (45-mins)

A wrangler will show you the trails, at your own pace.

Jr Wrangler Lesson (15-20 mins)

Kids 5-8, one-on-one instruction to learn basics of riding.

horse and rider in arena with girl rider holding reigns and guiding horse
Deluxe Private Lesson (90 mins)

One-on-one instruction to become more confident rider. Individual and groups available.

Kids' favorites & Fun extras

Meet Our New Filly, Juniper

Kids get up close and personal with our newest addition to the family.

Horse Lover’s Extras

Education Sessions, Stable Tours, Horseshoeing Demos + More

Roping & Lasso

Have fun learning how to lasso like a real wrangler. 

  • A safety check is required before any ride that is faster than slow pace. Minimum age is 9 years old and at the discretion of the Stables Manager. 
  • No open toe shoes allowed. Long pants are recommended.
  • Trail Ride times are scheduled by the Stables Manager.
  • A safety check is required before each ride faster than a walk where riders demonstrate safe riding at a trot or canter.
  • All tickets expire after 1-year from purchase date
  • Rider Weight Limit: 275 lbs.
  • Qualified individuals have one trail ride included in their package.  Riders age 9 years old and over receive one trail ride per stay.  Kids age 8 & under receive one pony ride per stay.
  • For any additional information regarding the horse program, please contact our Stables Manager.
  • Programs and rides are subject to availability and weather conditions. In extreme heat or cold, all rides will be walk-only.
  • To ensure the safety of our horses and guests, the Stables Manager can reschedule or cancel rides. We do not ride in a thunderstorm or high winds.
  • Free pony rides not included with specialty pricing.  Speak with a reservationist for more.

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Here are the pictures for the Wrangler Photo Contest from Amanda. Pictured is Raiden, Aztec, Willie Nelson & Jimbo
Here are the pictures for the Wrangler Photo Contest from Amanda. Pictured is Raiden, Aztec, Willie Nelson & Jimbo
MID-WEEK LESSONS & CLINICS: FLASH SALE!! SAVE $10.00 WHEN YOU BOOK THREE DELUXE PRIVATE OR GROUP LESSONS! Improving and enriching your time in the saddle takes feel, timing and experience. It also takes time and guidance in order to take skills to the next level. Pine Ridge Dude Ranch is happy to offer to the community a great learning opportunity within our Cowboy Horsemanship Program – THE MID-WEEK LESSON/CLINIC PROGRAM! Whether you want 1 on 1 instruction in our Deluxe Private Lesson, have a small group of friends who want to learn together in our Deluxe Group Lesson or you and small group of friends who want to delve deep into horsemanship in our Cowboy Horsemanship Clinics, we have a program that will meet your needs! Be sure to reserve your Deluxe Private or Group Lesson space by Saturday 10/31/2020 to get this great deal! Reserve you space by calling Pine Ridge Dude Ranch at (845) 626-7345, from 9:00 am -5:00 pm, seven days a week. You can also email us at reservations@pineridgeduderanch.com. #pineridgeduderanch, #upstateny, #horses, #advancedriding, #horsebackriding, #horsemanship, #trailrides, #ulstercountyny, #ulstercountytourism, #familygetaway, #staycation, #allinclusivefamilyvacation, #hudsonvalley, #iloveny, #thegreatoutdoors, #socialdistancing, #ranchlife, #fall2020, #newyork, #horselife, #equine, #equestrian, nyhorsecouncil, #ulstercountyhorsecouncil, #outdooradventures
MID-WEEK LESSONS & CLINICS: FLASH SALE!! SAVE $10.00 WHEN YOU BOOK THREE DELUXE PRIVATE OR GROUP LESSONS! Improving and enriching your time in the saddle takes feel, timing and experience. It also takes time and guidance in order to take skills to the next level. Pine Ridge Dude Ranch is happy to offer to the community a great learning opportunity within our Cowboy Horsemanship Program – THE MID-WEEK LESSON/CLINIC PROGRAM! Whether you want 1 on 1 instruction in our Deluxe Private Lesson, have a small group of friends who want to learn together in our Deluxe Group Lesson or you and small group of friends who want to delve deep into horsemanship in our Cowboy Horsemanship Clinics, we have a program that will meet your needs! Be sure to reserve your Deluxe Private or Group Lesson space by Saturday 10/31/2020 to get this great deal! Reserve you space by calling Pine Ridge Dude Ranch at (845) 626-7345, from 9:00 am -5:00 pm, seven days a week. You can also email us at reservations@pineridgeduderanch.com. #pineridgeduderanch, #upstateny, #horses, #advancedriding, #horsebackriding, #horsemanship, #trailrides, #ulstercountyny, #ulstercountytourism, #familygetaway, #staycation, #allinclusivefamilyvacation, #hudsonvalley, #iloveny, #thegreatoutdoors, #socialdistancing, #ranchlife, #fall2020, #newyork, #horselife, #equine, #equestrian, nyhorsecouncil, #ulstercountyhorsecouncil, #outdooradventures
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Visit our NEW ONLINE STORE! Visit www.pineridgeduderanch.com and click on the Online Store button at the top of our homepage. More items will be listed soon, so check back often. @pine_ridge_country_store @pineridgeduderanch
Let us do all of the cooking this Thanksgiving!
Let us do all of the cooking this Thanksgiving!
Thank you Arthur for coming to the ranch and taking some pictures of the wranglers. #pineridgeduderanch
Thank you Arthur for coming to the ranch and taking some pictures of the wranglers. #pineridgeduderanch
This Fall has felt like an Indian Summer. We only have a few rooms left for the this last weekend in October. There will be trick or treating, a haunted walk, costume contests and more! www.pineridgeduderanch.com
This Fall has felt like an Indian Summer. We only have a few rooms left for the this last weekend in October. There will be trick or treating, a haunted walk, costume contests and more! www.pineridgeduderanch.com