Skyhold ranch is one of the best guided trail rides I have ever been on. Sophie and Peter are the…read morebest at what they do. So knowledgeable and professional at their business and they provide a great experience for everyone. The horses are so beautiful. Do not hesitate when you want to book this experience. You can't go wrong.

This was a special gift for a high school graduate who had always wanted to ride a horse. What an…read moreincredible experience. So scenic. Kyle and Sophie have created a really unique, authentic trail ride experience. I would 100% recommend this tour. Take the whole family. We want to go back during peak foliage season, the views on the ride are spectacular.

We were visiting Montrose and my granddaughter asked if we could go to Owl's Nest for a lesson. I…read moreeasily booked a lesson for all 3 of my grandkids. Kim is a great teacher who praises when praise is warranted and firm when it comes to safety issues and paying attention. I loved that. This isn't your average "pony ride.' My grandkids groomed, sprayed and saddled the horses (with lots of help from Kim, her daughter, and other experienced riders). They learned some riding basics and after the grooming/saddling/instruction, were able to ride by themselves in a large fenced in area. I highly recommend this stable if you happen to be in the area. Call to make an appointment. The rates are very reasonable and Kim gave me a discount for 3 riders.

Took my boyfriend for a surprise horseback riding lesson on his bday and we had the BEST time. Kim…read morewas a wonderful teacher- kind, funny, knowledgeable. And Dave assisted her and took photos for us which was so kind and unexpected! Puppy and Chief were our horses and they were great. Definitely will be back again!

Zoe was a joy to ride with! So friendly and chatty with great knowledge of the trails and the…read morehorses. I took a two-hour ride on waffles, a joy of a Belgian draft to ride. With my experience level, we were able to do decent bursts of cantering uphill, and Waffles has quite the motor for a draft! there is such a variety of horses and sizes that there is likely a personality to fit any person (within reason). on the hilltop boogie ride, the farm we passed through was beautiful and it was fun to see the other animals. The trails were beautiful as well, with red-tailed hawks soaring overhead, bucks leering at us warily through the trees, and various other critters to spot from the trail. All the staff was friendly, sharing jokes and quips before and after the ride when we passed by. The solo fee is extremely reasonable, as was the price of the ride itself. For those who haven't experienced it, the creek crossing would be fun! I guide beginner trail rides for work in Pennsylvania, and I learned a few helpful tricks and ideas to implement over there. I can confidently recommend this facility, and Zoe as a guide!

I'm in love with this stable! I've been trail riding all over for years and Painted Bar Stables…read morewins the Blue Ribbon! Here's why: Erika, the owner, takes the time to learn about each prospective rider before you come so she can pair you with the perfect horse. So be sure and take the time to let them know in the online questionnaire how you are with horses and riding. I'm a confident rider and got a great horse for me where my husband isn't as confident rider and he was paired with a sweet easy going horse, Faye. Actually all the horses are sweet and wonderful. We did a one hour trail ride. The trail was fun - not too challenging and we even got to stop by a beautiful creek so the horses could take a drink. It's absolutely magical & no better way to see the beauty of this region. Now the horses: They are all beautiful, very healthy and thus happy. You can get to know them on the Painted Bar Stables website! Many are rescued and have been revitalized by being in this wonderful place. I can't wait to return.

Today I went riding horse with friends at maybury brook stable in mcgraw NY it was the best time of…read moremy life and we are going to make it a weekly thing. The staff is awesome and so professional . Mel bob and all the rest are great and u get ur monies worth at this place. The animals all are well taken care of and took great care of us . we will see u all again next week.

I've ridden at many other places but when u are treated like u are the family and your horse that u…read morerode u feel so safe we will always ride there and only there . Thanks maybury Brook stable . We will see you soon again

It was my 17-year-old son's first horseback riding experience, and he absolutely loved it! Bob,…read moreLinda, and Olivia were incredibly kind, patient, and helpful. It was clear they really knew each horse and carefully matched the right horse to each person in a group. My son was paired with a beautiful white horse named Ghost, who was calm, gentle, and perfectly suited for a first-time rider. By the end of the ride, he felt confident and was already talking about coming back again. Thank you, Bob, Linda, and Olivia, for making his first horseback riding experience so special and memorable!!!

Communication and flexibility were excellent. Horses and training for our trail ride excellent…read more Bob and Linda are wonderful people.Works well with children and adults.