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!

We've been here a few different occasions already, and each time has been a special experience! My…read moredaughter first visited when she was 3 years old, and now she is 6, and still loves it. Susie is always very kind and welcoming, and patient with our daughter. She even let us visit the chicken coop, let my daughter pick a few eggs and feed the chickens just for fun. The animals on the farm are all so sweet and calm too. We're very thankful for this business, great memories made here!

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!

I was a little hesitant about Rawhide Ranch based on reviews, but several friends had said their…read morekids LOVED it-- even the kids who weren't into horses. We sent my daughter and her best friend (both age 10) for the first session 2026 and they LOVED IT!! They can't wait to go back and already miss it. My daughter rated it 9/10 - she didn't love the food and the showers weren't the best, but she wore crocs and did just fine showing every day. She rode daily, learned about all kinds of animals, and enjoyed the town-- which was quite impressive. Laser tag, climbing wall, arts & crafts and pony bucks for the store - she was living her best life! Tips: bring a handheld fan - the days are hot! And a cowboy hat (you can buy them there at drop-off). And bring a fitted twin bed sheet! The wagon mattresses were dusty. Plus a blanket or sleeping bag. Jeans and boots for riding . $100-$125 in pony bucks (or less and you can monitor their spending... money goes fast on snacks, drinks, fans, souvenirs, etc.)

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.

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!

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.

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!

I've been around horses for my entire life. But, it was not until I started riding with Jody @Del…read moreDios Training Stables that I re-gained confidence in riding and around horses. Jody taught me a lot about horses, not only riding and proper equitation, but also the horsemanship, which makes a big difference if you want to be really good with horses and understand them better. During the 6 years that I've been with Jody, I'v significantly improved my equitation. We also started circus contortion with horses, and now introduced trick-riding. Jody can help anyone achieve their dream with horses. Jody's horses are all very well taken care of. They are more like dogs than horses. They're very lovely and friendly - a true joy to ride. I highly recommend Jody's riding school to anyone who want to give horseback riding a chance, or - hone their skills.

I have worked with many trainers over the years, but Jody Childs of Del Dios Training Stables is by…read morefar the best trainer I have ever worked with. She breaks things down in an easy to understand format making the training experience extremely easy & enjoyable. Whether you are a complete beginner; wanting to learn to trail ride; someone coming back from a bad experience on a horse; retired and decided you wanted to learn to ride a horse; just need a tune-up; need show and obstacle training; Jody can help you will literally anything. Her vast knowledge with horses and training is endless. I have seen young kids to senior citizens in lessons with Jody and they are all riding like they have been riding for years. Best training ever. You will leave wanting to come back for more. The horses are all mostly gaited which means they are as smooth as silk and very safe; no bouncing or jarring to your back. Some of her horses even do tricks which she might show you if she has time--ask her about Chromie. If you are looking any kind of interaction with horses or lessons, look no further. This is a the place to go! Happy Trails!

We moved our horse to Deer Springs a year ago and my daughter started lessons with Lindsay. She…read moremade a huge amount of progress in just a few months. We were so happy with the way things were going we decided to put our horse in full time training with Lindsay. This has turned out to be one of the best decisions we've made thus far with our horse. Lindsay has taken a unfinished Ranch horse that would barely move off a spur to a beginning jumper that can be ridden sans spurs and by my very small daughter. There is no doubt Lindsay can work magic with horses but she's equally as good at instructing. She's the perfect mixture of being strict with horsemanship yet keeping it fun and letting kids be kids. White Wolf is reasonably priced. Lindsay will work with you regarding lesson times. All in all I can't say enough nice things about White Wolf Equestrian.

Been coming to RR for over 22 years. You'll find no better trainer, teacher and friend than Lou…read moreRoper. Love it here. My horses wouldn't be cared for and trained by anyone else.

Great place, fine people. Learning a lot in a short time.read more

Hidden Hills Ranch is an amazing place. It's meticulously maintained, clean and the horses all look…read morehealthy and happy. Trainers Nichole, Nick, and Courtney have been wonderful to work with. We would recommend this ranch to anyone looking

Hidden Hills equestrian was completely unknown to me before I was recommended there by a dear…read morefriend. The name speaks for its self as it is beautiful and secluded up in the hills of sunny Bonsall. At the time I was a 19 year old college student who worked a full time job and an active world ranking competitor in mounted shooting (and still am). I worked my ass off to assure that my horses received nothing but top-of-the-line care. THE RATE IS 100% PERCENT WORTH IT!! (It comes with roughly 4 flakes of hay a day, fresh shavings 3 times a week, blanketing/fly sheets whenever asked, hot and cold water year round, secure tack rooms, and great footing in arenas.) I was absolutely astonished when I first pulled in with my horses as I never toured the property before arrival. The pictures on the website don't DARE do the beauty of the property justice. I stabled two multinational and world champion horses there and was 100% satisfied in their care and safety. The barns, arenas and pastures were upheld to the highest standard I had ever seen in the San Diego area. They have one massive sand arena and two smaller ones which are groomed every morning at 7-7:30 and a sand round pen which is groomed as needed (3-4 times a week). When it rains, which I think we can all agree trashes SoCal, the owners immediately turn their attention to draining and maintaining the foundation of the property. I can whole heartedly recommend this barn to everyone who truly cares for their horses well-being and safety. Attached are some of my favorite pictures taken around the ranch!

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 :)