Brought my granddaughter for a riding lesson. She had done trail rides in the past but never had…read moreany formal training. She really enjoyed her experience riding Chief and learning riding tips and practical lessons from Gary. I will definitely be bringing her back for more lessons. Jean is very kind, the farm is beautiful, and meeting the family of horses and cats was exciting for us both!

I have never been on a horse in my life, so my husband took me for a Birthday present. I loved it!…read moreThe owner of the business knows her stuff and got me situated on a horse named Midnight, My husband rode a horse named ransom. Together we rode the horses on a trail while the owner led us on foot. She stayed right by me in case i needed her help in any way. Beautiful property to ride through and deer were bedded down along the trail within feet of us!! They didn't even flinch since the owner respects all wildlife. I enjoyed my first ride on a horse and I thank Krumkill stables for providing tha

We drove all the way from Long Island and we are so glad we made the trek. This was such an…read moreauthentic experience. This ranch is like no other.. Joe is incredible and has so much hospitality. He really knows his stuff and is an excellent riding guide. His horses are so well trained and really listen to you. From experienced riders to beginners, he really offers a one of a kind experience. Especially for people who have years of riding experience (like me) and are tired of those mundane boring trail rides than Rough riders is for you!! It is full of adventure and thrill!

Took my wife (and myself) for her 1st horseback ride in her life on Saturday, 4/27/2024. A 'bucket…read morelist' item. We even took our dog, planning on either leaving her in the car for the trail ride part or tied up outside. Joe was amazing and so informative. He took his time with both of us novices. He even noticed our dog was very attentive to us so he allowed her to accompany us on the trail. It was the first time she was 'off leash' for any period of time and she had as much fun as we did. The horses were tame and responsive to every pull. Overall, it could not have been better! I thank Joe for his patience and guidance and look forward to a repeat visit the next time we are anywhere near Jewett. Make this a priority stop for a great time.

This was by far the most meaningful riding lesson that I have had. Gil was absolutely fantastic and…read moreis a natural instructor. He immediately makes you feel at ease and spends time going over not just safety protocol but also shows you how to connect with the horses, develop an understanding. As a result the ride itself was absolutely fantastic. I learned a lot about technique and even more about the things to improve on. The ride itself was almost therapeutic. You learn how to be just in the moment. The sound of the horse's hooves on the earth is a memory that keeps coming back to me over and over again. If you are in saratoga, and you have an interest in horses, this is the place to be. In the last 15-18 years of annual or biannual trail rides, i have never gotten as much out of an experience as I did here.

Gilly and Diamond have need volunteering for Operation Adopt a Soldier for years as our Headless…read moreHorseman and does a GREAT job. Gilly is a very caring person and respects is horse (Diamond) and ALL his horse. I highly recommend him for all your riding and caring for horses you need.......

Great horseback riding experience! The trail was beautiful and the horses were so gentle! I would…read moredefinitely come back and do it again!!!!

It was my first time horse back riding and they made it a fabulous experience for me. Would…read moredefinitely recommend this place.

started riding here with megan, when she first started up in '22. she is very warm, accommodating,…read moreand attentive, qualities that are hugely beneficial for a trail guide to assure a GREAT visit. megan grew up on this property, and with the ride comes the stories as such, which i love to hear when she tells them at certain landmarks. horses are very well mannered, stalls and stables, spotlessly clean, which is NOT an easy task when one keeps horses, lol. she uses fleece lined hackamore bits, which are effective, yet gentle on the horse's mouth. BONUS: she offers a quick, yet effective mini-lesson in the arena prior to hitting the trails, which is a great way to encourage confidence to apprehensive riders. after the lesson, we proceed outside, where other horses seem to be wishing us well on our journey. how i love seeing them running up, and whinnying! the trails are breathtaking, and variable....one minute you are on a wooded path where you might see a deer, and few moments later, on a huge open field-where suddenly FREEEEEDOMMMM! seems to "possess" you-i always feel like i want to just run wild and free, full speed through the vast openness, which of course i don't, because i can only walk and trot-and for safety/insurance reasons, walk and trot is pretty much what is allowed. the price for a 2 hr. ride is absolutely reasonable, and unique to our area. i highly recommend ANYONE with an interest or curiosity about horseback riding, to def. check out BLAZING TRAIL RIDES. (and please remember to TIP your trail guide) . you can thank me later. :) HAPPY TRAILS!

From the owner: Blazing Trail Rides offers guided horseback trail rides through the farm every Saturday and Sunday,…read moreJune through October. Located at the Van Etten Farm in the beautiful Helderberg Mountains of Knox, NY. 1999 Berne Altamont Road, Altamont, NY 12009 518-424-9086

Just started visiting this farm, do riding lessons for my daughter. Hillary is awesome and a great…read moretrainer. My daughter loves going here, and says it's the best lessons she's ever had!

While vacationing in Hancock, MA, my 3 year old daughter had her heart set on riding a horse. The…read moreresort told us no one was offering riding until June, so I started my internet search and found Mountain Creek Farm. Hilary responded promptly to my email request and was happy to oblige this week. She took care to explain the brushing and saddling process, took her around the ring teaching as she went, and then had her take care of her horse after the ride. I appreciated her attention and care with my daughter- she was really great. It was a lovely farm - we even saw a Doe and her two fawns, as well as a turkey while riding. I've recommended she be added to the resorts list for the future!

They are really amazing! Their service was top notch, it was raining on the weekends and the only…read moreday it would be sunny is on a Monday. Nancy decided to accommodate us and make room to take us on the Monday morning. It didn't feel like she only cared about just taking our money she does care about providing us with the best service and experience. Furthermore, the scenery from the mountain top was stunning, and I couldn't take my eyes off it. The horses were also exceptionally well-mannered. Our tour guide, Kim, patiently and individually instructed each of us on how to handle the horses. Kim also dedicated her time to arrange us for a memorable family photo at a picturesque spot. Without a doubt, this has been my most exceptional experience to date. I highly recommend it!

I'm not an expert in horse back riding experiences but I know that this is what it should be like…read more Our guides were good friendly people and made us feel comfortable and welcomed immediately. Our horses Elliot and Cheyenne were beautiful , gentle and very friendly. The trail was beautiful and very picturesque . Take the time to enjoy this experience with MBF.

The horses are very well cared for and the stables are kept clean to a very high standard. It's…read morehonestly so very much appreciated that I can tell the horses are loved and cared for and not just seen as a commodity

I adored this place. They are a mom and pop type place, very back to the basics. No cards. Cash…read moreonly. You can show up, or call in advance to let them know you're coming. It's $50 for one person for an hour long horseback riding trail. The trail was beautiful, calming, and great place to breathe. Once we got to the best view, our guide took pictures of each of us on her phone and send each person their picture. That's a big perk Everyone was kind and accommodating. I will be back again.

I had a great experience with the kids the guides were very friendly the horses were fun to ride.read more