We love this barn! Cirsten underwood is the best trainer we have ever had for our daughter. She is…read moreso organized and on site daily to train and answer questions. We felt no pressure to buy a horse until we were ready and that was such a nice change. She really takes the time to make sure the kids are safe and doesn't push to do skills until they are ready. Not to mention the barn is gorgeous!

Very well kept grounds... horses are well taken care of. Beautiful facility, and kind/helpful…read morepeople!

I am 73 years old and wanted to take some horseback riding lessons. The Ranch was under some major…read moreconstruction (expansion), but I talked with the owner manager Katie. She was very kind and had one of her students show me around the ranch. Her team of students were all very nice and helpful. I will start my WESTERN lessons soon.

From the owner: Discover the Unique Charm of Our Equestrian Facility in Trabuco Canyon…read more We are thrilled to invite you to experience what makes our equestrian facility truly unique. Nestled on 13.8 acres in the heart of Trabuco Canyon, our facility offers an unparalleled connection with nature, providing a serene and beautiful setting for both riders and horses. Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, our location offers a peaceful and inspiring atmosphere that you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely ride through the scenic trails or simply soaking in the breathtaking views, you’ll feel a deep connection to the land. But it’s not just our location that sets us apart—it’s also the exceptional team behind our facility. Our dedicated staff is passionate about horses and committed to providing top-notch care and training, ensuring the best experience for both riders and their equine companions. We invite you to visit us and see for yourself why our facility is a hidden gem in Trabuco Canyon. We look forward to welcoming you!

I have had my horse at this ranch for four years now. Not sure who Donna is but she is not…read morediscribing the owner I know. Cindy Henderson cares more about the animal than any other boarding facility I have been toI. She is caring and fair. Only facility I have been to that actually weighs the feed every time to make sure the horses get what they need. I highly recommend this facility. Catherine Vaughn

Cindy Henderson allows you to treat your horses how you like, and I appreciate that! I feed my gang…read morea special diet, and like toys in their stalls. I have never had any issues with Cindy about how I like my gang treated, but I have had these types of issues with past barns. For example some barns only allow you to feed their hay, or only allow certain colors in the stalls you pay to have your horses in. Cindy was also very helpful in finding a way to keep my gang together. I brought a lot of horses in last minute to her, and with her help I was able to keep them all in the same area. This property also has access to over 880 acres of trails, so I never run out of options when I take my gang out to have fun.

I would consider myself to be the ULTIMATE connoisseur of riding stables, I may only be 23 but I've…read moreridden regularly for the last 16 years and have competed at a world & national level in my chosen breed; Saddlebreds. Over the years, I've ridden with so many different instructors I can't even count, but if I had to ballpark it probably at least 15-16. I know what a good barn should offer and what you DON'T want. We just sold my last Saddlebred until I can pay for one myself (something I won't be able to do for awhile) so after taking 6 months off due to health reasons and grieving the absence of my beloved Saddlebred,I decided to call up Stacy Hennessy at Gerry Rushton Stables to book a lesson on one of their Morgans. Morgans, Saddlebreds, Arabians, and Half-Arabs (the other half is Saddlebred) are all ridden Saddleseat. As Morgans are similar to Saddlebreds and I was disappointed by the lack of high-quality Saddlebreds in my area, I moved inland since Gerry hauled my horse all over the West Coast for shows and I've seen their wonderful Morgans in action. When it comes to a riding lesson, I am EXTREMELY picky as I've had more than my share of lessons with phenomenal trainers of Saddlebreds, Quarter Horses, and now Morgans. Stacy & Gerry have VERY impressive resumes when it comes to Morgans and after my first lesson with them, I knew I had to come back as much as I could. I've worked more with Stacy so far, but had Gerry chime in today. Both of them know not only what they're talking about, but also how to explain it to the rider in a way that they can understand. This is a RARE combination and I am more than happy to drive over an hour each way to ride with them. The barn is beautiful and the horses are turned out to perfection. Nice big ring with a great viewing deck on the east side. I even get to hang around and watch for awhile, which is great since I'm a barn rat who will never outgrow her horsey fix. Lessons are very affordable, way less than what I pay in LA. I saw Stacy work with a beginner rider today and she does just as good of a job with them. An excellent find for me!

Love this place and the people there. My Granddaughter was always wanting us to drive by horses so…read moreshe could see them. We decided to get her lessons and see where that would take her. Erica and Stacy work well with her, she's shy and has anxiety. This is bringing her out of that shell.

Iv had 3 horses in training with Kate and I am MORE then happy . Kate has helped me sooo much With…read moremy horses and goes above expectations when caring for them . She's extremely educated with horses when it comes to care such as supplements or other treatments . Kates knowledge in training is outstanding and it's very noticeable in my own riding , the way my horses behave and move under saddle . I had a horse with skin cancer and kate was supper supportive though out the entire process till his last day . She was very helpful when he needed bandage changes ect. Kate was there for every vet appointment standing right by me for any support . My horses get turn out everyday , get supplements everyday , blanketed when needed and she takes the fly masks on and off as needed . If I could give her more rating stars I would ! LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BARN

I have been training with Kate Peikert for 2.5 years and I own an off the track TB mare who has a…read morenasty streak a mile wide and I myself am a 'green' rider. Not the best situation. Kate agreed to work with us even though her recommendation was for me to start with a more suitable horse. I just wasn't able to do this and was commited to the mare. Kate has been very patiently working with us. My goal was to compete in Dressage. We have had a few set backs in our training progress but now Kate has a beautiful, what I would call a 'boutique' training facility and we are finally on our way. The barn is a place I go to relax, spend time with my horse, train hard and commune with other dressage enthusiasts. We are now riding/competing in First Level and doing well - scores consistently in the 60s at rated shows. My mare gets top care at Peikert Performance Horses. She gets fed 4 times a day - one of which is a supplement feed that I provide/prepare, her stall which has an outdoor run is cleaned 3-4 times per day, she is blanketed/unblanketed as needed throughout the day and she is turned out 5 times a week. The arena has the best ever footing that is groomed regularly and dust is not allowed. With this year's unusually large amount of rain we haven't missed more than 2/3 days of riding. The main arena with the dressage court dries relatively quickly. The HydroKeep makes this possible - which also keeps footing moist when watered. There is also a field that is set for riding. It has a slight grade, with footing as well that is always dry enough to work in even after a downpour. The near by trials in the preserve are perfect for a training break!

Service was good. Pretty cool place to see and chill. People over here very nice and very friendlyread more

From the owner: Horse Trainer, Horse Boarding Stable,…read moreEquestrian Facility, Equine Boarding Stable, Horse Training, Wash Rack Services, Horse Boarding, Arena Access, Alfalfa and Orchard Hay, Horse Care

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 want to rent a horse and ride it here!! I love coming…read morehere to pet the horses that seem to be well taken care of!! It's a beautiful stable and the owners are friendly and welcoming!!

I love Mission Trail Stables...Best stables in OC!!! Where the people are friendly and the horses…read moreare loved!