We had a wonderful 1.5 hour ride at Stony Lake Stables. The weather was perfect for late September…read more The wranglers and staff were very kind. The horses are all very well mannered. This is definitely a family friendly activity. They have horses of all sizes, even for younger children. You can also pay 50 cents for a cup of treats to give your horse at the end of your ride :) The scenery winds through fields and wooded trails. We saw so many deer and a very big buck! Such a great way to unplug and get out in nature. They also have restrooms to use. Highly recommend this family farm for horseback riding! The wranglers do work for tips so bring cash to tip!

This place was amazing! They were very friendly. We had a mid-size group of 9 people (all family)…read more From 2 to 60. They had a horse for all of us! This was a trip my grandkids and their parents will never forget!

Great BNB. Lots of state land to walk or ride on. Views of pastures with horses from the house…read more Ride their horses or bring your own.

This BNB is so cute! The owners are great people and very accommodating. My two sisters and I…read morestayed here 09/14/24. We had a wedding to attend so we were looking for a fun place to stay. This ranch did not disappoint. Each room is decorated so cute, the beds were very comfortable and having a private bathroom for each room was a defendant plus. The breakfast was homemade and very delicious! The owner made sure each room was clean and even asked us if the breakfast time was good for us. You won't get this kind of service at a hotel. The surrounding ranch was beautiful. Sitting on the large deck overlooking the horse ranch with coffee in hand was so calming. I wanted to stay longer. I would recommend staying here for as long as your vacation allows. You may even bring your horse or book to ride their horse. They have a large property with trails, along with state land behind them which also has many trails. I would recommend staying here, you won't want to leave.

This was my family's first experience with riding, and they loved it. Unfortunately we only booked…read morea one-hour trail ride -- we would have happily gone at least a couple more hours. The wranglers were professional but friendly and personable. They were very patient with my wife and kids, who weren't even sure how to mount their horses. The horses were very docile; perfect for beginners or those a little nervous about riding. The next time we're in the area we'll definitely go riding at CJ's.

We had our 17. 14, and 8 year old grandkids go on a trail ride. They had a great time. The owners…read morewere absolutely wonderful.

Beautiful, clean, peaceful. Rita the new owner has turned this place around. Our home away from…read morehome. Friendly hosts, close to the Pine and Little Manastee rivers. A diamond in the rough! 5 stars

From the owner: Making memories. Creating a place where families and groups can escape the hustle and bustle of…read moreevery day life with the serenity of the outdoors. God's country. The vision for Peaceful Winds is to create a natural place where nature becomes nurture in bringing families and groups together in the solitude of nature. To restore healthy relationships according to God's plan for the abundance of life. To provide a place for individuals and groups to experience God's peace and presence. We encourage groups to take advantage of the opportunity to build unity and a new strength through gathering here.

My friends hosted a birthday party for their daughter at Legacy Stables and we had so much fun!…read moreKarin's Horse Connection is the 501 (c)3 non-profit, while Legacy Stables operates their business which includes riding lessons, horse camps, birthday parties, etc. My friend's daughter loves unicorns, so they chose the unicorn birthday package which included some games, interacting with the horses, access to a private (heated) space, and supervised "unicorn" rides! It was so cute. The staff were so great with the kids (aged 4-10ish) and safety was a priority. I didn't get a chance to ride any of the horses, but I'd honestly like to come back and do a one time ride at some point. I haven't ridden a horse since I was a teenager, and being around them made me really happy. Such a fun spot and they have a great mission of equine therapy.

As a parent watching horse vaulting, I am constantly in awe of the bravery, strength, and teamwork…read morethese athletes display. This sport clearly requires tremendous trust and goodwill between the vaulters and the horse. Watching my child participate in horse vaulting has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Not only has she developed physical strength and agility, but she has also learned important life skills such as communication, discipline, and perseverance. I am grateful for the opportunity to witness this unique and exciting sport, and I am proud to be a part of a community that values sportsmanship and teamwork. Staff--They are all wonderful. They all equally invested in helping my child grow and develop the skills that she needs to be great. I can't say enough good things about the people, horses, and the Barn. We always look forward to being there.

I've been riding at Meadowview Farm for almost 20 years. The facility is impeccable, the trainers…read moreare knowledgeable and talented, and the programs are refined to fit your needs. If you are looking to start taking riding lessons in the hunter, jumper, or polo disciplines this is without a doubt the best barn in West Michigan. You can board your horse here or take lessons on some of the amazing Meadowview horses. No matter what your level of experience, Meadowview can help you achieve any riding, training and showing goals. From my first pony ride to becoming a national champion, Cathy, Hillary and the whole team at Meadowview have been there every step of the way. I trust them entirely to give my horses the best care possible. They exemplify professionalism and horsemanship and I am honored to be one of their most successful students. Hillary herself is an extraordinary rider whom I admire greatly. I highly recommend attending a summer polo match or Lake Effects Horse Show. It's an amazing opportunity to watch horses and riders perform! The team at Meadowview makes riding fun for any level. Thanks Meadowview, for all that you do!

Meadowview Farm has proven time and time again that this is the premier facility in the Grand…read moreRapids metro area in which to learn to ride english (hunter/jumpers) or play polo. The trainers, facilities, other riders and horses make learning to ride really fun. If you're a more advanced rider, training and making it to the national horse shows is a possibility. On top of it all, they take great care their and the boarders' horses.