What a beautiful, just a little bit deep in the city of Vista, off Golpher Canyon. I had been here…read morebefore with my goddaughter and her mom. She has her horse riding lessons here. They board horses here as well. The grounds are well kept. I don't know any of the staff so I can't brief you in that area. They have an area for outdoor party events, birthday parties, bridal showers, small weddings, etc.. So kick on your boots and check out the place, you may want to hold an special event here.

We couldn't have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding! Lindy is honestly a superhero - she…read moretook us under her wing from day one and helped us every single step of the way, never once putting any pressure on and always being on hand at any time for any questions or sudden bridal stresses! She keeps a cool head and always has a huge smile on her face, I felt as if I'd known her for years after the very first meeting! She helped every step of the way, from planning, to suggesting vendors like the DJ and officiant, to helping with set-up and adding her own little touches to the tables. On the day, Lindy helped calm me down when I was nervous, kept everyone in touch among the two parties when we were getting ready, but while she worked she stayed so under the radar, quietly and almost unseen just cleaning up and making sure everything was running smoothly; I cannot sing Lindy's praises enough! The venue itself is sublime - rustic, beautiful, intimate but open and with plenty of space for any party. We had around 50 guests which is way below capacity but the way Lindy and her team arranged the tables made it feel just right. For a fairly cold evening (January wedding), the fire pit and the two heaters they provided were most welcome! We even had a most welcome and blessed visit from site cat Ninja who was a big hit! Everything was just utterly perfect, all our guests said this was one of the best weddings they had ever been to. If you're looking for a beautiful outdoor venue, you will not find a more perfect place than Quail Haven. Thank you so much for everything Lindy!

I highly recommend Fairbrook Farm. My daughter has been riding here for 6 years. She took her first…read morelesson in 2nd grade and has been riding ever since. She has been taught to care for the horses before and after she rides as well as true horsemanship. We bought her a large pony after she had been riding for 1 1/2 years. She showed no signs of loosing interest. I feel that her safety and our horse's safety is top priority. The farm is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy watching my daughter ride.

Super friendly staff! I always feel welcome and know my horses are in good hands. I highly…read morerecommend Fairbrook Farms!

We were blessed enough to be invited to celebrate a Christmas party at this venue and had an…read moreabsolute blast! It was beautifully decorated and we felt a tremendous amount of joy and peace just walking around admiring the beautiful wooden buildings and their architecture with carefully placed decorations all over. They had several fires going which just added so much warmth and comfort to the already uplifting scenery. We were fortunate enough to sit down near one of the owners and got the chance to speak with him for a while. He was very welcoming and warm person and we happily thanked him for having us at his beautiful establishment. We also got the chance to visit and pet some of the animals! (with permission) It was a big highlight for us last year during the holiday season and we hope to be able to visit again someday!

My 11-year-old son attended Rawhide Ranch for a one-week summer camp. As part of the camp's policy,…read morechildren do not have access to electronics or direct communication with parents during their stay. Prior to camp, we arranged a simple system where he could signal me through a snack purchase if he needed help. Early on the third day, he used that signal. I called the camp and did not receive a response. After approximately eight hours, I called again and requested to speak with the camp director, I was eventually connected with the camp director, who indicated there had been an issue earlier that day involving my son and wrong medication being given. After insisting, I was allowed to speak with my son. He was clearly distressed and informed me that he had been given the wrong medication that morning. Instead of his usual over-the-counter allergy medication, he was given a high-dose antidepressant not prescribed to him and not intended for a child his age. According to the information provided to me, staff at the health office realized the error and attempted to have him self induce vomiting with a spoon, (he was instructed to stick the spoon down his throat), which was unsuccessful. They then contacted poison control for guidance. At no point during this process was I notified. After speaking with my son, I decided to pick him up immediately. When I arrived, I found communication from staff to be limited, and I was unable to get clear or detailed information about the incident despite asking direct questions. I requested to speak with the camp director, who eventually met with me. During that interaction, I found his demeanor to be notably nonchalant given the circumstances. The situation--a child being given the wrong medication and the parent not being notified--was presented in a way that did not reflect the level of concern I would have expected. When I attempted to ask for clarification and express concern about what had happened, the conversation became extremely tense. There was a clear difference in how seriously the situation was being viewed, and the discussion escalated into a heated verbal exchange. Given the lack of clear communication and the response to what I consider a serious safety issue, I made the decision to withdraw my son from the camp that same night. Following the incident, I contacted the camp multiple times. I was initially told that a refund would not be provided, though I was offered a credit for a future summer. After further communication, I did receive a refund. I also attempted to reach out to members of the organization's leadership to share concerns about the incident. This experience was extremely concerning, particularly given the seriousness of a medication error involving a child and the lack of timely parent notification.

As an adult beginner, I was trying to find a stable that would be the right fit for me. I had tried…read more2 other larger stables that felt very impersonal - In one, I was put into group classes with no individual attention or in the other, I was put on a horse that just goes through the motions so I wasn't learning any horsemanship. When I found Charlotte at Salty Horse Stables, I was ecstatic to get one-on-one lessons that really taught me how to ride at a safe pace. She takes the time to get to know every student and their needs, and never pushes anyone to do something that makes them uncomfortable. A year in, I started doing small jumps in the arena - something I never expected I could do (or even knew that I wanted to do!), and I'm so grateful for Charlottes professionalism along the way. She is incredibly encouraging even on my worst days and cheers me on when I have my great days. I've seen her with children too, offering trails rides to build their confidence (which is how I started as well) and I love how she makes horseback riding fun. I'd highly recommend Salty Horse Stables for anyone, no matter what your goal may be!

It was a Los Caballeros event, with bbq pulled pork sandwiches, a cheeseboard, and a cocktail bar…read morein a horse trailer! This is not normal! We've been for a ride there in the past, and it's very clean, with helmets and even some boots to borrow. The horses aren't old and slow, they're well groomed, and the Trailmasters are super nice and interesting.

We had an amazing time at Dirty Bird Ranch during a private tour with our family of four including…read morea 4 yo and 2 yo. During the hour we were all able to hold, feed, and pet so many animals. We had such an intimate personalized experience and all learned so much. We definitely made memories to last a lifetime and can't recommend Dirty Bird Ranch enough!

Such a great time! All the animals are so friendly and Candace makes the whole tour feel so…read morerelaxed. We had a herd of pigs, goats, dogs and alpacas following us around the whole time. We even got to feed and pet an ostrich. Definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a unique experience for the family or date :)

My son became involved at Ivey Ranch as a young teen. He first volunteered on Saturday mornings,…read morethen interned over a summer. It was an amazing experience! He loved interacting with the horses, as well as the riders, and instructors. It was time he looked forward to spending! Volunteering at Ivey also taught him a lot about compassion and what a good work ethic looks like. My son enjoyed working with Miss Tonya so much he decided, on his own, to do his Eagle Scout project at Ivey Ranch. Miss Tonya was very responsive and enjoyable to work with! She took the time to teach my son many valuable life lessons during the process! I could never thank Miss Tonya enough for what she and her staff have taught my son! In response to the review posted below regarding Miss Tonya's rottweiler, my son and I have been around him and he is a love! Further, we witnessed Miss Tonya call him back from chasing a wild animal - he is very well trained! I personally don't believe the review because as the Executive Director of Ivey Ranch for 20+ years, why would Miss Tonya take on the liability of an uncontrollable dog around children and horses - liability that is 100% in her control? It makes no sense. Our experience with Ivey Ranch, Miss Tonya, and her rottweiler has been amazing!

I can't believe that Tonya - executive director for Ivey Ranch equestrian therapy program shredded…read moremy disable child application because I addressed to speak above her about how poorly was handled the initial evaluation by her and Sam last Saturday after over 2.5 months waiting period. When Sam came up finally to us at 12:15 she stated that they do not serve after 15 minutes and went back to her booth. Tonya declined us to attend following 1pm group orientation, so they could charge my credit card for 'missed' appointment. Tonya didn't believe that a friendly email with specified location meeting for an initial assessment and 'tardiness' restriction reminder could have been helpful to create for SDRC clients, who were attending for the first time Ivey Ranch Park (as a part of a proper accommodation).

This is a bit of an overdue review, but I had such an amazing time horseback riding! I hadn't…read moreridden since I was about 5 years old, so I was definitely a little nervous going into it. I'm not sure it's exactly like riding a bike--but Karen made me feel completely at ease from the start. Kiwi, my horse, was incredibly patient and gentle with me. I swear she knew I needed a little extra TLC! It made the whole experience so enjoyable and stress-free. I even got to do a tiny bit of trotting, which was such a fun bonus. Overall, it was such a great experience, and I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking to try horseback riding or get back into it!

Great horses, great guides. It is always a pleasure to do a…read morehorseback ride at Suzie Q Ranch. Lovely afternoon today January 19th of 2026. Will be back! I think this ranch is the best of the area. Thank you Suzie!

When I was living in California for a few years I started riding at Hawk Haven barn. Laine is a…read moregreat head trainer. She is very knowledgeable with her training. They are very welcoming when you start out. They treat you like family. I would highly recommend this barn if you're eyeing a great barn.

I rode as a teenager, and later in life, I decided to try riding and jumping again. I feel so…read morefortunate to have found Laine Carter. She is an outstanding teacher in every aspect, and I have learned a tremendous amount from her. Her instruction is extremely clear and spot on with what I need to focus on. I leave every lesson feeling that I have progressed in my technique, and I had a huge amount of fun doing it! Laine has had me ride a variety of wonderful horses who I grew attached to and felt connected with. I have also watched the strong relationship that Laine has with all her other students. If you are interested in riding at any level, I highly recommend Laine Carter and Hawk Haven.