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, Appaloosas, Paints, Percherons, Clydesdales, Morgans, Tennessee Walkers, Draft Crosses, and Belgian Drafts.

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.

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)

Young Rider Lesson (30 minutes)

A custom lesson designed for kids to improve their horsemanship and riding skills. Up to 2 riders, ages 7-12

Private Arena Lesson

Work one on one with an instructor in the arena to improve your riding skills.

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.

Deluxe Lesson (90 mins)

Riders start in the arena then ride on the trail. A custom lesson based on the riders experience and goals.

Kids' favorites & Fun extras

Feed the Herd

Get up close and personal with the herd by feeding them carrots in the pasture.

Horse Lover’s Extras

Education Sessions, Stable Tours, Horseshoeing Demos + More

Roping & Lasso

Have fun learning how to lasso like a real wrangler.

Intro to Barrel Racing

Learn the basics of how to become a barrel racer

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: 250 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.

Best Family Vacation Spot

As an old Pine Grove guest my family and I were one of the last to visit the old ranch, and one of the first to visit the new and much improved Pine Ridge Dude Ranch.

As things continually improve, the one thing, and most important thing that thankfully remained is the very warm and welcoming ambiance. This is what draws us all back! There is absolutely no place else my family and the friends we have made at the ranch would rather spend their annual vacation than at Pine Ridge…there is so much to do for kids and adults included.

Elisa D. / Trip Advisor

LOVE!
We stayed at Pine Ridge Dude Ranch a few days ago and loved it! So many activities for the kids – indoor & outdoor pool with water slides, climbing wall, bounce pillow, horseback riding. Our daughter particularly loved the horse programs they have – Barn Buddies & Junior Wrangler. Every single staff member we met was nice & helpful. Also, the food was delicious! Given that we’re from NYC, we have access to a lot of great restaurants and we really have to say that we were impressed by the quality of the food. EVERYTHING exceeded our expectations! Our daughter can’t wait to go back!

Alice / Facebook

New and improved but still retains family feeling

Recently got back from the ranch. Been there several times when it was Pine Grove. Loved it then, it’s even nicer now. Went with daughter in law and 2 granddaughters 13 and 15. Something for everyone. The service is excellent high marks for Juan, Daniel, Staci, Danny the bartender, Jackie and a very attentive and helpful life guard, Louis. The riding program is excellent. Even the rain couldn’t dampen the enjoyment of the rides. Everyone had a great time. Really enjoyed feeding the herd! Keep up the good work. Great job Mike.

Joyce W. / Trip Advisor

This ranch has been my home away from home for many years. The transition of ownership only changed things for the better. They retained a lot of the same staff, which is one of the best things about the place, and everything else is falling into place. I have already visited twice, for both the soft and grand openings, and am headed back for another visit in a few weeks. If you’ve been a previous guest, and have not been back, you should definitely check it out! And, if you have never been, it is definitely worth the trip!

April C. / Facebook