Waitlisted for more than a week, never heard back. No confirmation, email, or return call. If you…read moreare too busy to even let someone know to make other plans, maybe you shouldn't have a wait list open at all. Some of us are trying to plan our time ahead of time.

After completing multiples trips with Equescapes, I can say they are truly top notch! Adrienne,…read moreHolly, Tirzah, and the entire crew are incredibly knowledgeable and super helpful with making each ride a great experience. 5-star treatment for both guests and horses!!! Cannot recommend them enough!

I just took my 4 and almost 7 year old girls and my 14 year old Godson on a one hour trail ride and…read moreit was AMAZING!! The horses were ready when we arrived and we learned their back stories and personalities before getting in the saddle. The ride was beautiful and the perfect way to spend a morning. Debbie shared local history and kindly guided us through the woods. My oldest was ecstatic to be on a "a regular size" horse as the lessons she has taken always had her on ponies. My 4 YO safely rode in front of me. I can't say enough good things. My almost 7 YO called it "the best birthday present ever!" And I have no doubt we'll be back for another ride.

Most amazing first experience ride out here. The scenery was very nice and the owner, Debbie made…read moreit very fun. Highly recommended for your first time, or if you want to get out of the city and enjoy nature.

Trainer, Tom Estes, is absolutely amazing. I have been taking lessons here for almost 2 months and…read moreI have learned so much from Tom. He is so positive and he is always introducing me to other people at the barn (mostly young adults/kids that ride at this barn). I met with a ton of instructors in the Snoqualmie Valley and I am so glad I chose Mt. Si Stables. I look forward to leasing my own horse here soon and spending more time with the Mt. Si crew.

I can't say enough about Mt Si stables and Tom Estes in particular. I have ridden my own horses…read morefor years but never had any formal training. I have had a lot of questions and a lot to learn about showing and formal riding. Tom has been a wealth of knowledge and patience and his life long love of horses is evident every time he steps in the barn. I have worked with 3 trainers over the past few years and have found Toms quiet but firm method to be very very successful with the Arabian/Saddlebred horse I am riding. Additionally, my 5 year old son who has been around horses all his life begged for lessons. Tom agreed to give him a half lesson and has been wonderful with my very talkative boy who spends at least half the time in the saddle telling the horse how much he loves her. It takes a patient and kind person to manage that. He trotted for the first time last week very nicely, is sitting properly and has a great position in the saddle. Amazing. This stable is not the newest, fancy place you can find but the facilities are always clean, secure and the horses are happy. (Frankly, all of the horses I have been around at the stable have had great manners etc.) I would suggest that anyone looking for a family friendly barn with a great expert trainer check out Mt Si Stables!

I took 6 months of horseback riding lessons here as a complete beginner. It was a wonderful…read moreexperience and I highly recommend!

Me and my boyfriend did the 1 hour trail ride and we had so much fun! The whole experience was just…read moreso easy and stress free. The horses were very kind and sweet. Also Darla was an amazing tour guide and made sure we were knowledgeable and safe. I would definitely recommend this misty acres to everyone looking for an amazing experience.

I would not recommend this stable to any equestrian wishing to advance their riding skills…read more The training program is very vague. The boarding contract is confusing. The extra charges for basic care is outrageous. They advertise as a full care facility But they are NOT. Full care turns to self care immediately upon arrival!!!!

Anna is the most patient, positive and encouraging trainer! It is obvious that she loves what she…read moredoes and is passionate about the horses and teaching riders whatever she can to help them learn their skills. Teaching the riders horsemanship from the ground up has taught my daughter perseverance, determination and patience. She is very supportive, a terrific role model with a great work ethic and exudes a positive attitude. She continuously encourages the riders to support and cheer each other on whether in lessons or in shows and builds their confidence through positive coaching. I highly recommend Anna as a trainer as she knows how to encourage each rider to continue to improve their skills. She emphasizes a healthy mind-body connection, uses elements of mindfulness, body awareness and positivity, and a thoughtful approach as to how our own body mechanics can be used to affect our horses' bodies as well.

I'll admit I was skeptical when I first heard there was an actual farm in Seattle. Land here is…read morescarce and expensive. But lo and behold - there really is one! Seattle Farm is a privately owned 20-acre property, and I'm pretty sure it's the only farm within city limits. The place is beautifully maintained and feels like a hidden gem. No cows or chickens, but there are plenty of horses. We came during pumpkin season and paid $25, which covered both parking and admission. Big parking lot, easy access. At the barn you'll find several horses, and feeding them hay was a hit for both kids and adults. The darker horse was especially affectionate - kept rubbing its head against us, super sweet. You can also pay extra for horse/pony rides; they are all calm, well-trained, and come in various sizes. There's a food area with picnic tables where you can grab hotdogs and drinks. The pumpkin selection isn't as large as farms farther out, but still enough. It's great to see a place like this still operating in the city, and it's definitely worth supporting to help keep it going. I think they also host private events like birthday parties and weddings, and offer dedicated horseback-riding lessons - you'll need to call for details. Awesome family-friendly spot. We'll definitely be back next year!

Great event space, had a corporate event here and Army and Lisa were great hosts! Will definitely…read morebe back.

I wanted to go horseback riding for my birthday. I found Stillwater Ranch by searching for trail…read morerides. I am so happy I did. This place was EXACTLY what I was looking for. The owners, Barbara and Dalton were so nice and down to earth, They are true animal lovers just like we are. They have over 20 horse, 3 dogs, 2 mules and they offer it all. This isn't your 1 hour trail ride up a dirt road and back. This ride is 3 to 4 hours long, through trees, down what looks like animal trails in the woods, you criss cross through the woods and clear cuts in the Skykomish River Valley then you head up mountain to this amazing lookout and have lunch. I rode a wonderful gelding named Bernie. Bernie's a Missouri Fox Trotter and he was super sweet. Chris rode Comet, she's a Tennessee Walker. Chris said she floated. You can see for miles up on "the rock". When you look down into the valley and see just how far you have ridden, you are amazed. Dalton said it is probably 5 miles. The lunch is amazing, it's from the Sultan Bakery and it is one of the best lunches I've had. Sitting up on the rock just me, Chris, and Dalton was so relaxing. We became instant friends. Stillwater Ranch offers a variety of rides that include river rafting, fishing, moonlight rides, overnight camping and much, much more. You can ride in all seasons - We are looking forward to a winter ride when the valley is covered in snow. They are even starting a wine dinner ride - woo hoo. The next time we need an equestrian fix, we will look to Stillwater Ranch to supply it.

From the owner: Professionally Guided day Horseback rides in the Cascade Foothills- less than l hour from Seattle…read more Horse and River Rafting Trips Drop Camping with horses and mules Horse drawn hay wagon rides Summer Day Horse Camps Classes on Horse and Mule Packing Team Building Events

This was SO FUN! The people here truly care about horses and about having a good time. We got…read morethere, they assessed our comfort level with horses, then we got right on. I loved that we got on the horses right away. Once on horses that were somewhat aligned with our experience levels and nervousness (I wasn't nervous and got a sassier horse haha), they gave us a brief intro to how to control the horse. Then we were off pretty quickly! The guides spread out throughout our trail group and kept an eye on us. We stayed as a group and they checked in when needed. The views were incredible- we rode right along the river and it was so beautiful. After the ride, we got to feed and brush our horses, and even got to meet some cows and baby horses! It is so lovely to see how happy all the animals are here and how well taken care of they are. Such a special experience!

We had such a great time at Skyland Ranch! Our tour guide, Peter, was absolutely wonderful, super…read moresweet, welcoming, and genuinely interested in getting to know everyone. He asked a lot of thoughtful questions and made the whole experience feel really personal. I rode a horse named Ditto, and my boyfriend rode Ranger. Both were so well-trained and gentle. The ride itself was peaceful and scenic, and you could tell the horses were well cared for and loved. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a relaxing, memorable horseback riding experience. Thanks again, Peter and Skyland Ranch!

My teenage daughter and I both ride at Brackenhollow and absolutely love the community there. We…read moretransitioned from another barn where we felt the 'horse management' side of things was missing. At Brackenhollow, we've found exactly what we were looking for: real experiences with horsemanship and people who are happy to share their knowledge. A major highlight for my daughter is the Brackenhollow Pony Club, which offers an incredible extra curriculum. It covers everything from unmounted horse care and bandaging to rally prep, providing the deep technical knowledge that is so hard to find elsewhere. Not only have our riding skills improved under the guidance of incredibly kind and knowledgeable instructors, but we've also deepened our hands-on experience by working at the barn. The best part is that you get out what you put in - whether you want to be deeply involved in the 'gross and glorious' side of horse care or just enjoy your weekly ride, there's a place for you. You can be as involved as you want to be. The instructors are amazing, the students are supportive, and it is completely down-to-earth rather than overly competitive while also offering competition experience if desired (my daughter just started showing in jumper events last summer). We are so happy we found our home here!

Riding at Brackenhollow is a like a mini-vacation which clears my mind of all my cares every time I…read moream there. Really! Joanna and Duschka have had an immense amount of training from international experts and have impressive competition experience but are not pretentious. They give lessons to everyone from beginners to advanced competitors. They own a variety of horses of different sizes, colors, and breeds covering every level. Riders can also bring their own horse in for lessons. Before and after lessons, riders are taught how to groom, tack up and untack, and check their horse. Joanna and Duschka teach dressage, jumping, cross-country and eventing skills including training for competition and pony club ratings. I have been riding and taking lessons for over 10 years with Joanna and Duschka. I started as an adult having never really ridden as a kid and being a bit scared of horses. Starting with private lunge lessons I learned to balance properly enough to ride in group lessons. Soon I ended up taking riding twice a week and attended weeklong adult summer camp. Now I lease a horse at a neighboring barn and have weekly lessons at Brackenhollow. Lessons are not cheap but are great exercise that is well worth the money and much cheaper than having your own horse. I have seen many riders at Brackenhollow go from being timid or shy to become confident riders or competitors able to manage their horses even in difficult situations. Brackenhollow may not appear to be a fancy barn like others in the area but is a gem of a find near the Emerald City!

I have been boarding my horse with Black Forest stables for the last year and couldn't be happier…read more So happy to finally find a perfect fit for my gelding. Nancy and Vic are great and take great care of all the horses. They treat their boarders as if they were their own horses. The facilities are well maintained and remarkably mud free, even last winter during the rainiest year on record! I really appreciate that they put horses out in groups - slowly at first to acclimate a new horse- but eventually working up to herd because the horses are so much happier that way. They have a nice covered arena as well as round pen and best of all- miles of trails right out the back pasture! Horses have access to covered areas no matter what field they are in and of course free access to water and great grass in the spring and summer. They feed high quality hay as well. They are always quick to let me know if my horse needs anything and always responsive if I need something from them. Rates are fair and reasonable and overall a great barn. I've added some picture of the trails, fields and arena.