I recently found out about this place from a friend's Instagram story when they went. So I made…read moresure to plan a hike here for when I had time. I was able to come here in the middle of the week around noon. The GPS made this place easy to find. There is plenty of parking here at pena adobe park and lagoon valley park. The hike is located at lagoon valley park, so don't mix those up. You do have to pay $5 for parking, and the machine kiosk was broken when I went, but you can still pay through the park mobile app, which is what I did. The hike is listed as moderate, but felt borderline difficult to me (maybe I'm just out of shape). There is a lot of up hill when you first start, and because there wasn't a lot of shade combined with me going on the hottest day of the week (low 80 degrees), it did make it feel more difficult. After I parked, I was a bit confused on where to go so had to ask someone finishing up their hike for the direction. I was instructed to go up the main trail past the gate for the main trail to the lighthouse at the top. There are lots of trails here, but the one to the top of the hill is the most popular, and probably the most difficult). Once you park in the lot by the lake/pond, you cross the road to the grassy side and follow that trail to the gate that keeps the cows inside. There is another easier hike/walk your can take around the lake/pond, which is mostly flat. The views on this hike are great. Despite it being a little warmer, the breeze helped a lot. I liked the views and made it to the top after about 1 and a half hours. In total, it took me about 2 hours to finish the hike. And that's with a 20 minute break halfway going uphill. Going downhill is a lot faster. I'll be back for one of the other trails and how to bring family and friends to join.

This place is great right now late January. I think it's probably hot as heck in the summer. My…read morekids and I went for a walk around the lagoon, it took us about 50 minutes. Nice walk on a dry day. Would be super muddy in the rain. Seems like a place that's only good during a particular weather/season. Parking is $5+. Lots of picnic tables, some bathrooms and a playground available. We'll probably be back if we find ourselves in the area.

Wow, saw other reviews just prior to writing this one and seems absolutely nothing has changed…read morethroughout the last 4-years! Tried several times to get through to someone to schedule lessons and no reply at all.

This saddle / tack shop is a fabulous store. It is located inside the Ranchotel grounds. With its…read more inviting wrap around porch and rustic knotty wood look, one would think it was located in Wyoming or Montana with a view of barns and arena. The manager is super helpful but not overly hovering. All your horse needs can readily be purchased. I would recommend anyone to come and browse. They are closed Monday and Tuesday, and open 4 hours each day Wednesday thru Sunday.

Started boarding my horse here a few months ago and absolutely adore the place and the other…read moreboarders

New owner has out a lot of money and effort into making this a great place to board!!! He also…read morelikes feedback and is open to options.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this horseback riding school. My grandson is autistic…read moreand intellectually disabled, and he does not learn quickly. From the very beginning, the owners Ellen and the instructors Bri, Lorraine, and Charlotte have shown incredible patience, kindness, and understanding. They truly take the time to work with him at his own pace, never rushing him and always encouraging him. Because of their dedication, he has gained confidence, skills, and joy through horseback riding that we never thought possible. It is rare to find people who are not only skilled instructors but also genuinely caring and compassionate. We are beyond grateful for everything they have done for my grandson. I highly recommend this school to any family, especially those with children who need extra patience and support.

We did not have a good experience here. we selected them from the vendor list at my daughters home…read moreschool. At almost $100 a lesson it's quite expensive but since the school covers it we wanted to let my daughter try it. it took a few days and a few phone calls to get someone to call us back. Once we spoke with the owner the rest went smooth until starting. On our first and second lesson the instructor was rude and harsh to my daughter. She basically called her stupid and had little patience. We missed her next 2 lessons because my daughter refused to go with out me there to say something if the instructor was rude to her again. This week we messaged the instructor that we would be there and we had been taken off the schedule with error communication. We will not be going back to this facility.

Fantastic place to board a horse. Wonderful atmosphere managed by very competent and pleasant…read morepeople! Without reservation I can say it is one of the best boarding ranches in the area!!

This place is the real deal. First class training for horses and riders. Professional trainers…read morespecializing In english riding for hunter-jumper competition. Adult and children riders are welcome. Indoor and outdoor training facility. Exceptional horse care and boarding. Family owned business offering caring personalized service

From the owner: A beautiful 30 acre gated private facility has limited availability. We are a dressage oriented…read morestable in Napa, though we welcome any breed, discipline, and your retired companion. Horses receive daily turn out in individual paddocks, grain & supplements (provided by owner), blankets on/off and fly masks on/off. Indoor wash rack with hot/cold water, automatic eco-friendly fly spray system throughout barn and stalls, beautiful lighted indoor arena with new mirrors and new footing, large outdoor arena, excellent quality grass hay fed twice daily, full care Monday-Sunday & night checks. Owners & caretakers live on premises.

Nice facility with lots of extras to pamper the ponies (misters, fly abatement, turnouts) and take…read morecare of their owners (indoor arena that's groomed daily, organized tack rooms). The owners seem to be very dedicated to making it a special place.

From the owner: Davis’s full-service horse boarding facility for your happy horse. A peaceful, quiet and friendly…read moreplace for horses and their boarders. Veteran, woman and family owned. Boarding includes daily feeding, cleaning and turn out. In-door and outdoor arenas. Coming soon: larger turn out and round pen. At this time we do not offer riding lessons, or horse riding sessions.

I was recently given a (surprise) first riding lesson with Four Star Farm, and my world will never…read morebe the same! As a neophyte to everything equestrian, I began the lesson with the simple goal of surviving what I assumed would be an hour of fear and embarrassment followed by an afterglow of melancholic guilt. Once the lesson began, however, I experienced several important revelations: 1. I'm a self-absorbed neurotic who overthinks everything. 2. Learning to ride is thrilling but not once did I experience fear. 3. Horses are incredibly affectionate and intuitive creatures. Interacting with them had a remarkably calming effect on my over-stimulated amygdala. 4. Natalie is an amazing teacher, with a pedigree of competitive accomplishments that were mostly lost on me. It felt akin to taking a drivers-ed class from Danica Patrick. It didn't hurt that the setting is beautiful and idyllic. The facility (Valley Dressage and Sport Horse Center) feels professional and well run but with a comfortable, informal atmosphere that I appreciate. Admittedly, I have nothing to compare my experience against, but my sense is that I was quite lucky to have taken my first ridding lesson with Four Star Farm.

They are very nice here and great training! I really enjoy coming here. I have had about 6 or 7…read morelessons now and it is lots of fun, all of their lesson horses are super sweet and calm. Very organized and clean, and very nice arena's. I recommend Four Star Farm :)