I had such a wonderful experience at Cavallo Riding Center! They were incredibly kind and…read morewelcoming, and generously allowed me to use their beautiful property and horse for photos. They went above and beyond -- helping brush her, walking her during the shoot, and making sure everything ran smoothly and safely. You can truly tell how much they care about their horses. Ella was well-groomed, calm, and so sweet the entire time. The land is absolutely beautiful and made the perfect setting. Their professionalism and genuine support made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable. I'm so grateful for their help and would absolutely recommend Cavallo Riding Center to anyone looking for a caring, supportive, and well-run place. Thank you again for everything!

We had a great time just riding the horses around ... for us that we didn't have experience and we…read morehave fun.

A T Ranch & Equestrian Center is definitely the place to go whether you want to volunteer or take…read morelessons. The people here are so sweet and kind. I volunteer there weekly as well as take lessons from Kim. My lessons with Kim have taught me so much so I highly recommend her if you want horseback riding lessons.

Everyone here is amazing, if you are looking for a place to volunteer or ride I recommend A T Ranch…read more& Equestrian Center 100%. These people clearly know horses and whats best for them! Kim is really nice and understanding and is an excellent riding instructor. The horses here are well taken care of.

Such a great horseback riding experience! First off,…read moredefinitely use Google Maps to get here--Apple Maps took us to the wrong spot. The entrance is a bit tucked away off a driveway and dirt road, and depending on the signage, it might not be super obvious. But if you follow Google Maps, you should be fine! We did the 1.5-hour ride and it was totally worth it. You cover a lot of ground, and the property is massive--it really feels like you're out in nature. Even though everything was pretty dry and golden this time of year, it was still beautiful. We saw cows, open fields, and got to take in the peaceful surroundings. Laura was an amazing guide and host--so patient, kind, and knowledgeable. She matched us with the right horses for our level and even took pictures for us during the ride, which was such a nice bonus. Also, shoutout to them for providing water--it was super hot and I was not prepared for that sun! Definitely wear sunscreen if you're going during the summer months. All in all, a really memorable experience and I'd absolutely recommend it. Great for beginners or anyone just looking to unplug and do something special outdoors.

I went on a trail ride with Laura along with my cousin and two friends on March 27, 2026. We range…read morein age from mid 50s to mid 70s. I had not been on a horse in 45 years. It was one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life. It was also a miraculous gift to my 73-year-old friend Lisa. She has been completely blind since an auto accident on the way to a horse show in 1969. She was only 16 years old and in training for the 1972 Olympics in dressage. This ride was her first since that day. Laura is incredibly compassionate and an absolute expert with horses. She is exceptionally safety conscious. She set Lisa up with a gentle horse named Mama, and at Lisa's request, Laura led mama from a few horse lengths away. The experience was amazing and Laura made it possible. I cannot recommend her and Trails of 49 highly enough. Laura is also a great historian. My mother's family has been in Calaveras County since the 1850s. While I live 300 miles away now, it's good to know that the history, horses, and land is so well cared for by such an exceptional person. I was born in Calaveras County and will be buried there, and I'm glad Laura is taking care of it in the meantime!

I've been taking lessons here since December and absolutely love it. My trainer Kristina is…read moreknowledgeable, attentive, and truly cares about helping her students improve. I've grown so much as a rider already and always leave feeling like I learned something valuable. The horses are beautifully cared for and it's obvious how much love and respect they receive. Finding a place that values both good horsemanship and the wellbeing of the horses means everything to me. I'm incredibly grateful for this experience and highly recommend this barn to anyone wanting to learn and grow as a rider.

If you want to learn how to ride, this is absolutely the best place you could seek out. I have been…read morewith Kristina for over 10 years now, and can say firsthand she teaches you everything you need to know, from the ground up, building an unshakable foundation! I've seen her teaching throughout the years, and can confidently say she teaches incredibly, and explains things thoroughly and will work with you to get you where you need to be. I have seen the impeccable care her horses are under, and she is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to training, and your horses health if you choose to board. The boarders are wonderful people, and the atmosphere will provide a great experience!

Never been on a horse and Shanah was amazing. Very knowledgeable and patient. Her passion for…read morehorses and there care is evident and contagious

My niece did a 1 week summer camp here in 2024 and she loved it. At first, she was very skeptical…read moreand not feeling the flies and smell, she is a city girl, but she loved it once the program was over! Would recommend this place.

This is exactly the kind of place that reminds you there is still good in the world. My daughter…read morehas been attending Blue Banner for weekly pony rides with Kayla. Not only are the rides developmentally appropriate and COVID-19 safe (county approved activity and all cleanliness precautions taken), but the community is amazing! The trainers and owners answer all of my 4.5 year old's crazy questions with a smile. They educate and inform while making you feel like family. They let kids be kids while teaching them to respect the horses and the boarding community there too. It's been a gift to have a place like this to go to when everything else is chaos. We'd move in if we could LOL! Highly recommend! (Be sure to ask about birthday parties and camps too, obviously more options when we're not in a pandemic.)

My daughter has been coming here almost a year and she really enjoys it! Her instructor Kayla is…read morevery knowledgeable and has taught her a lot! They teach you how to groom and tack up your horse as well. Great stable for lessons!

hello, i Want to get my daughters horseback riding lessons but I called the office and emailed and…read morehave not gotten a response it's been 3 weeks.

This is a very large, clean facility with several indoor barns and a big indoor arena. The grounds…read moreare well kept and the horses are treated with the utmost care. This is a great facility for boarding if you are considering a nice ranch that is CLEAN and well kept. There is also a nice sized outdoor arena behind the covered barn.

Dave Bricknell is incredible and I am hard to impress .He has studied with Clinton Anderson and…read morereally knows his stuff.He says he is still learning everyday (Coulda fooled me) He has worked my Quarter pony I recently purchased for my grandchildren and then we got another surprise a paint stud colt was born to my little mare on 7/3/2011 and again Dave was right there. This colt is being started the way all horses should be started. I have seen Dave do things with his horses that I would have thought would be VERY hard to get a horse to do.,He makes it look so easy. I would recommend you check out his web site and then give him a call . From foal to full grown he can help you. He has been a godsend for me. Shoot he makes me want to learn this stuff myself. Give him a call .I highly recommend him. You can ask my Pony "Jezzabell"what she thinks of Dave. High marks indeed. Lorena

From the owner: Sweet Horse Ranch is an equine boarding and training facility. We start horses from "zero" to…read morewalk, trot and canter. We deal with special handling isues such as trailer loading, standing for mounting etc. We also do some trick training. In summary clients bring us a fractious horse and we give them back a Sweet Horse....hence our name.,

I can't rave about this place and Cheryl enough! I am from out of town, and instantly felt at home…read more Cheryl was an incredible instructor and her horses were wonderful! I haven't been able to ride for the past year, but Cheryl made it possible for me to get back in the saddle! If you're looking for a comforting, friendly, professional environment, this is the place to go!

My daughter loved her experience at this day camp. We did the "horse and more" two day camp. She…read morecame home so excited and filled with new information and joyful experiences from the day! She told me how very kind and fun Mrs. Brown (owner and lead teacher) was! It was obvious that the camp was well organized and executed (and as an elementary teacher, I can spot a well run children's event from a mile away)! We will definitely be returning. Thank you for opening your home, Cheryl!