Toby and Lori were awesome! A group of us was visiting Hot Springs and I ran across their site and…read morecalled him up. He was very nice and the rates were super cheap compared to other horseback riding places. Toby even called me the day before to remind me of my reservations and see if I had any questions. When we got there, the scenery was amazing! The horses were very well trained and the trail was through a pretty forest. Toby personally guided us through the trail and talked to us like we were good friends. My girlfriend and I can't wait to plan another trip to Hot Springs and stop back by for another ride. It is good to know there are still genuinely friendly business owners out there.

I researched several horse boarding facilities in the Hot springs area and I chose Walnut Valley…read moreRanch without a second thought. The land itself is beautiful, full of healthy grass and a running stream. The place is clean and tidy every day! To say the horses are well cared for would be an understatement. Carl is the owner and his wisdom in the field of horses is unmatched. He's an awesome teacher and horse trainer. He also trims the horses hooves whenever you need it. I can't say enough how blessed I and my horse are for finding this place.

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Absolutely LOVED this place! My husband and I came Friday 9/10 for a 10am ride. The man who led us…read morewas so friendly and informative. It's a husband/wife owed business and he's been the operator and owner for about 27 years (I believe, if I heard correctly). The horses were so gentle and sweet as well. I had a gorgeous brown male named Shorty and my husband had a tan beauty named Beau. The owner rode Peanut as he led us through shaded woodsy terrain that even overlooked the lake. It was absolutely stunning and such a great experience. I already want to go back and will definitely be incorporating more horse related events into our vacations and activities. MUST TRY THIS!

Highly recommend this place. We came here last year because my sister-in-law's family enjoyed it…read morethe year before. We came back again this year, and only enjoyed it even more! John is a great guide and his horses are great with young kids and adults.

Our daughter went for a week to Brookhill Ranch for the first time and had a blast. It was the…read morefurthest she had ever been from home and has become hooked and is waiting to go back. Camp is faith based and very well organized and offers a website where daily camp photos are loaded to see what your child is up to. Drop off and pick up functions like a well oiled machine and there are plenty of activities. Just FYI, camper's cabins are not air conditioned. Old school camp.

Brookhill Ranch was a great camp. After my first week at Brookhill Ranch, I was hooked. The kids…read moreat Brookhill were very nice and I made a lot of friends. Activities: One of the nicest things about Brookhill is that you are able to choose your own activities (4 activities total - remember it may be different now). Activities include: arts/crafts, big/small lake activities, fun swim (with waterslide), horseback riding, go-carts, archery, riflery, dancing, Hodge Podge (different sports games each day) and bumper boats (probably missing a few but it has been awhile since I have been there). Outside of the chosen activities, each night there is other night time activities, the first two nights (not including the starting day of camp) we fished and it was boys versus girls on the fish count. The third night I cannot remember; fourth was a hacky-sack night where we raced in big burlow sacks and fifth was a carnival night. In the event of rain/storms/inclement weather, indoor activities will take place in the main pavilion in place of chosen activities. I have had a few of these days and they were a lot of fun and by no means a disappointment for missing the chosen activities. Meals: All of the meals were given in the dining hall located in the main pavilion of camp. It was cafeteria-style just like you have at most public schools. I do not have much knowledge as to the type of food they had but I do not recall disliking anything. Do not expect steak or a four-course meal, but food was good. Outside of the meals you have access to a canteen that is available at the beginning of the 2-hour rest period each after afternoon after your fourth activity. The canteen has different drinks, snacks and confectionary (limeades/lemonades, sno-cones, etc. - all canteen items extra charge so bring some money with you). Religious activities: as a Christian type camp, obviously you will expect some Christian activities. Each day after lunch and before our 3rd activity, we sang a few Christian songs. On Thursday night, the staff had all of the campers in the main pavilion and put on a drama act of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Very powerful and moving. On Friday night, they have all of the graduates (10th graders going to 11th grade - the last year they can attend camp as a camper) light a candle and walk around the pavilion in the dark while Kathy Troccoli's song "Go Light Your World" was playing. One night each week the boys would walk over to the girls cabins (after they are in bed) and sing to them and vice versa the next night. There were numerous other activities of this nature throughout the week but to save some length of this quite lengthy review, I will omit them. Important notes: you are not allowed to bring any form of electronics with you to camp. This includes: mp3 players, iPods, all cellular/satellite phones (everything with an on/off switch). I am note sure but you may be able to bring a camera; not too sure about that though. Do not worry, if it becomes necessary, the staff will call your parents or legal guardians if something important arises; they just want you to just basically escape the outside world and all of its distractions (texting, calling, etc.) and enjoy your time with the friendly kids and staff around you. One of the annoying things I experienced at this camp (a very small one) was when it was time to take showers at night. There was always a big line and about 10 seconds after you enter the shower, staff says to hurry up and get done; they have you start rubbing in your shampoo in your dry hair even before you get into the shower. The temperature of the shower was a little bit on the cool side. I do not know what the cabins look like today but back then, they were rustic bunkhouses (bathroom was in a separate facility and not a part of the bunkhouse). There was no air conditioning so bring your own personal fan (preferably a clip-on fan). I personally used a standard big box fan but if you do not want that much air, a smaller one will work. All in all, an excellent camp. The first year I went for just one week. The second year, I went for one week then I spent a week with my grandparents just up the hill in Hot Springs Village and then another week at Brookhill and I did this for the third year as well. If you are worried about being homesick especially if this is your first experience away from home and your parents/legal guardians do not worry, the staff will make your time super enjoyable and by the end of the week, you may not want to go back home yet. I almost forgot to mention, they also had a miniature gold course for you to play during your off time. Again, some or all of the things I have mentioned here could have changed as it has literally been a decade since I have camped here. Any doubts, just sign up; you will be very glad you did.

Been many times over last 25 years with kids and grandkids! Going back soon! Safe, clean and…read morethe horses are well cared for! A definite memory! ~A. Texas

Oh my gosh what to say about this place! I always worry about riding stables like this as a lot of…read moretime the horses aren't really cared for but this place is so different! You can just tell they love their horses and they are all fat and happy! The horses, not their caregivers..... It doesn't look like much but it's because they are laid back and very informal. You can pet the horses before you ride and I even offered to help brush one but I think they thought I was joking. I wasn't. The ride was beautiful! My horse was placid but still had enough spunk that I had to pay attention so he wouldn't wander off the trail. He was half draft and half Quarter and he was a huge fellow! I fell in love at first sight! Even my hubby who is scared of horses, never been around horses, and never ridden before had a blast! If you're a newbie, that's fine, they will take great care of you! If you've ridden before and think you'll be bored, don't worry! The scenery is so gorgeous you'll forget that the horse is doing most of the work. They are seasonal and don't have a website to make reservations but just give them a call and they will get you set up. I believe it was $45 for the hour long ride and it was so worth it! Definitely do not miss doing this when you're here in Hot Springs!

Good fun, good people and a good time was had by all!! Weather was not being helpful but we didn't…read morestop and was rewarded with great views!!

My husband and 8-year old daughter did a one hour trail ride and enjoyed the scenery very much. I…read morestayed at the ranch with my 5 year old who rode a horse around near the barn. We also got to walk and pet friendly miniature horses. Marsha was a very nice host and I enjoyed her conversation very much.

Went on the 50 min ride and it was quite enjoyable. Variety…read moreof friendly farm animals. The mom and pups came along the trail with us and that was adorable. Very friendly folks!

We had a birthday party here for our littles and they loved every second of being around the…read moreanimals, getting to ride the pony and feed the others. There were picnic tables where we had birthday cake and opened presents. The owner and staff were all very friendly and helpful with any questions we had and were great with the kids!