Love this quiet and peaceful nature trail. Perfect for morning resets. Highly recommended. All…read moresorts of terrain variety for an active trip.

Here's a photo of the trails for those looking for a map. You can also google the trail name and it…read morewill give you more information.

Turkey Creek Stables in Plant City has false advertising on their website. It states that rides are…read more$20 for 1 hour, but when we arrived, we were told it was actually $45 per hour. On top of that, there was also a $5 fee that was never mentioned upfront. When we questioned the price difference, we were told that the website with the $20 pricing has supposedly been up for the past 3 years, and that they "use a different website" as well, which was very confusing and misleading for customers. I had a very disappointing and unsafe experience at Turkey Creek Stables and would not return. During my ride, my horse and another rider's horse began racing each other at a speed that felt completely out of control. Despite repeatedly trying to get my horse to stop, I had no control over the situation. The horses were going so fast that the rest of the group did not return from the guided ride until about 15 minutes after us. I ended up being thrown off my horse and fell directly onto my back. I got the wind knocked out of me and later went to urgent care, where I was told I had significant bruising, including a large contusion on my inner thigh. What was most concerning was the lack of response afterward. No one immediately ran over or properly checked to make sure I was okay. The only person who took the time to come over, check on me, and give me basic advice like icing and taking Tylenol was the hispanic man (the staff member). Aside from that, there was very little concern shown for my safety. I was also very uncomfortable with how the situation was handled afterward. A front desk comment about getting "certified cowgirl stamps" and mentioning my nails being intact felt extremely unprofessional and dismissive given what had just happened. Additionally, the guides appeared very young and not adequately prepared for handling emergencies. During a guided ride, I would expect at least one experienced guide in the front and one in the back to ensure safety and control, but that was not the case here. Overall, I'm highly disappointed with the lack of safety, supervision, and professionalism. I would not recommend this experience and would not go back.

Horses need vet care! Equipment is old, worn out or broken and needs to be replaced. Stalls are…read moredirty. My horse was obviously struggling to keep pace. i suspect she was in pain or some serious discomfort. One staff said she was "tired." Another said she "always walks slow."

There is actually a duplicate listing for this at…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/sydney-dover-trails-dover but it appears there are two listings, one for the south entrance to the trails which is closer to Hwy 60 and one for the west entrance which is closer to Dover Rd. Either way, there is plenty of parking in both of the lots regardless of which entrance you choose to park in order to enter the trail. You do have to pay $2 to park which I think is extremely reasonable. I would suggest using the west entrance if you have a horse trailer as this trail is designed to horseback riders, mountain bikers, and hikers as a shared trail. So just be aware of your surroundings as you may need to yield. It's shady for about 65%-75% of the trail. When the sun gets to be overhead, there is still a reasonable amount of shade but of course, it just gets hot. I had no problem following the trail even without an overabundance of trail markers. It's literally a loop. It's not a perfect circle but it's easy to follow. There is one trail that goes down the middle of the loop just in case you want to cut your trail time in half and don't want to do the whole loop. It was slightly odd crossing someone's front yard to get to the other side of the trail on the west side of the loop but other than that, no qualms. Gnats and mosquitos were annoying in certain parts and there was horse poop but overall it wasn't too bad. It's a really easy beginner trail. It's really flat with cut grass too so if you have accessibility issues or are handicapped, I think this trail could work for you if you're in a wheelchair. I'm not sure if the sand would cause an issue for a wheelchair or a stroller, so use your own judgment. They have signage that the police regularly patrol the area. I assumed this is to dissuade prowlers. The south lot closest to Hwy 60 seems to be less prone to providing the opportunity for prowlers as it seems that the cops sit across the street often in order to catch people speeding on Hwy 60.

Apparently there are several entrances to access the trail…read more I initially entered here and found it very confusing. Apparently I was not the only one as others were circling around trying to find out where the trail starts. I kept ending up in the private yards of residents. About to give up, I finally just followed a couple that knew the way. If you are new to this trail, it may be easier to access the trail at the SR60 entrance.

If you're looking for a great horseback riding experience, especially as a beginner, I recommend…read moreChoyce. We had Will as our guide and he was so kind and professional. He made sure we all understood what to do and guided us through the process without being overbearing. We were able to take in the gorgeous sites and just enjoy our time without having to worry about a thing! The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that the communication leading up to this event was a little rough. We had to reschedule a few times, due to storms and a couple in our party getting sick, and texts/calls were not answered in a timely manner. There was also some confusion about where to meet and what time and such. However, that did not derail the actual experience, which was lovely. I would recommend, just be aware that your communication attempts may go unanswered for a while.

Communication was superior when setting up the reservations and the day as it progressed…read more A very friendly and knowledgeable staff. They chose horses according to your abilities and acquainted you with them before riding. It was a scenic ride thru Green Swamp Wilderness and was enjoyed by all riders. We definitely would go again!!

This isn't just a beach ride--it's a beautiful, ethical experience with rescue horses who truly…read morelove what they do. We had an absolutely incredible experience with C Ponies, and I can't recommend them enough--especially if you're looking for something unique, meaningful, and truly unforgettable. What makes this experience so special goes far beyond just "riding horses on the beach." These are rescue horses--many of them coming from difficult or neglectful situations--and C Ponies has created something really beautiful by giving them a second chance at life. You can feel how deeply loved and well cared for these horses are. They are healthy, happy, and genuinely seem to enjoy their work. One of the most fascinating parts was learning that the water is actually healing for them. Being in the ocean supports their joints and overall wellness, so this experience isn't just fun for us--it's beneficial for them, too. That alignment made the entire experience feel even more special and ethical. Our guide, Raina, was fantastic. She had the perfect mix of humor (yes, some delightfully corny jokes), warmth, and knowledge. More importantly, you could tell she truly loves these horses and what she does. She made everyone feel comfortable, safe, and engaged the entire time. Walking the horses into the water--and even getting to experience them swimming--was surreal. Each horse had its own personality, which made it even more fun. You could tell they were relaxed, confident, and happy to be there. It didn't feel forced or transactional--it felt like a partnership between humans and animals. Living in Sarasota, it also meant a lot to support a business that is doing such meaningful work in our own SW Florida community. C Ponies is not only creating unforgettable experiences, but they are actively rescuing, rehabilitating, and giving these horses a life filled with purpose and care. If you're on the fence--book it. It's one of those rare experiences that stays with you long after it's over.

Absolutely exceeded our expectations! Raina was an amazing guide, full of tons of information…read moreabout the bay, history of the ponies and nuances of each pony to better assist each rider. Would highly recommend! This is an experience you'll never forget. Thanks to Raina, Coral, Dori and Snooki.

This 1,500 acre conservation area is part of the Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Area. It offers…read morehorseback riding and hiking. The 10 miles of trail roughly parallel a tributary of the Hillsborough River, Cow House Creek. The direction the creek flows can reverse and depends on water levels in the Hillsborough River and the Tampa Bypass Canal. For more information see the Southwest Florida Water Management District website: https://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/recreation/areas/lh-jefferson.html

I go here all the time to walk my dogs. It's a nice area with low traffic where you can let your…read moredogs run. There is a trail through the wooded area which is nice and shady for hot days or you can walk along the bypass canal. There is plenty of parking, trails for horseback riding, and you can fish in the canal if you want. I deduct two stars for the large amount of trash in the parking lot. There has been a half burned matress there for months as well as bags of trash from some selfish person that dumped it. Also if you bring your dogs be aware as there are often people here who irresponsibly let there dogs run around and don't keep track of them so I've had people's dogs follow my dogs and me down trails and one tried to pick a fight with my dogs. Luckily I have 2 extremely mellow pit bulls who wanted nothing to do with the aggressive dog but it could have been a problem if I had an aggressive dog. Also ironically, be aware that it is a misdemeanor to have your dogs off leash here or on any SWFWMD property...I know it sound unbelievable but it is true and I have been threatened by an FWC officer, which imo was absolutely ridiculous but I guess rules are rules.

Tomars barn is a piece of heaven , my 25yr old oldenberg 17,2 hands 1200 lbs has been at tomars for…read more4 years, the owner cindy Fernandez has been nothing but a blessing , she is hands on with anything you or your horse needs, she is always walking around checking on our babys making sure everything is safe an sound, like most barns theres time you can come an go , Not tomars cindy considers everyone family we can come an go anytime of day, or night to see our horses, for the workers heather an kevin I cant say enough , they are always there for anything your horse needs , my old boy can be very stubborn, he has cushions an had absences , needed his hoof wrap everyday they were there everytime I needed help picking up feet keeping him calm , when he choked , heather an kevin sat with me an help with the vets all night, when he had to get 78 pills a day for weeks , he would not take pills from me but kevin my horse trusted took the pills like candy he has a very kind soul, I cant say enough the love they show, this is my horses retired home if anyone has any questions about this barn contact me , we are never leaving, our forever home