Ride the golden hills and chaparral canyons of the Poway backcountry. Small groups, patient horses, and guides who know every ridge and ravine — whether it's your first time in the saddle or your five hundredth.
Our signature backcountry rides wind through the golden hills and chaparral canyons of Poway. Choose a 30-minute, 1-hour, or 1.5-hour route, ridden in groups of six or fewer, with all equipment provided. Ages 7 and up.
Private and small-group lessons and monthly programs for beginner adults — no previous horse experience is necessary. Lessons include riding instruction, grooming and tacking, groundwork, and hands-on horse care.
Small by design. You get real attention from your guide and a quiet trail instead of a nose-to-tail parade.
Trails start at the property line. No trailering, no road time — you are in the canyon within minutes of mounting up.
Many of our horses came to us through rescue and rehabilitation. We pair every rider to a horse that suits their build, nerve, and experience.
Every day of the week
A quick taste of the backcountry — perfect for first-timers or a shorter visit.
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Our most popular route, with enough time to settle in and enjoy the canyon views.
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Reaches the higher ridgelines for the full golden-hour canyon experience.
Book a RideAges 2–6 · Mon, Thu & Fri, 10 AM
A gentle, led introduction to horses for the youngest riders in the family.
Book a RideNo previous experience necessary — we work with beginner adults every day. Learning to ride also means learning how to confidently handle, understand, and care for a horse. Every program day offers two riding groups, based on experience and horse availability, while non-riding days round out the program with groundwork, grooming, tacking, horse anatomy, and ranch chores — so riders leave as well-rounded horse people, not just riders.
No. Our guided trail rides are built for first-timers as well as seasoned riders. Every ride starts with a safety and handling orientation, and your guide stays with the group the whole way.
Guided trail rides are for ages 7 and up. Younger children (ages 2–6) can enjoy a pony ride, available Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10:00 AM, or join our kids camps and ranch birthday parties.
Long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel are required — boots are ideal. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a water bottle. We provide ASTM-approved helmets and all tack.
We offer 30-minute, 1-hour, and 1.5-hour trail ride options. The 1.5-hour ride reaches the higher ridgelines and is the better choice if you want the full canyon views.
Yes, the maximum rider weight is 220 lbs.
We are in Poway, in the backcountry of San Diego County — an easy drive from central San Diego, North County, and the coast.
Check live availability and reserve your ride online.
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