Trainers are amazing. I have been a student for the last 2 years and I cannot state enough how much…read moreElizabeth helped me growing. Their holistic and gentle approach goes way beyond just a simple horse lesson. You learn how to respect your horse and ask him/her permission to create a relationship which is based on respect and enthusiasm instead of fear and submission. Highly highly recommended

Elizabeth and Giorgia are exceptional horse trainers who focus on the well being, as well as,…read moredressage training of horses. No matter what level of training your horse is at when (s)he arrives, whether a young one or upper level, introducing the intrinzen and positive reinforcement, which include other training methodologies, your horse is in excellent hands! Thanks to both of you for my horse's all around emotional, mental and physical training!!

Bless Your Heart Ranch is an amazing place to not only ride, but learn all about horses! Brooke is…read morea personable, super friendly, professional instructor with so much knowledge and experience. She allows the students to be hands-on from Lesson #1, all while giving easy to learn, informative instructions. If you want to learn more than just the standard riding techniques, this is the place! My daughter never wants to leave at the end of the lesson! :)

From the owner: We aim to be a positive and encouraging place of learning on a ranch setting. Our focus is on…read morenatural horsemanship, horse training, riding lessons and memorable goat experiences. You can also enjoy a unique experience of hiking with goats! Animals are a way of life out here and there is nothing more enjoyable than sharing them with others.

Friends! This was such a special experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and had trained some of…read morethe horses for over 13 years. It was my boyfriends first time on a horse, and the trail was uphill and through lots of trees. The horses are calm and easy to work with and he loved it! Insane views! Def come here on your way to Estes Park. Good pricing too

Wonderful place and people!! Great options for all experience levels and beautiful terrain. Cannot…read morerecommend them enough!

Nice local hike if you are in the longmont area…read more There are trash cans and a recycling can at the trailhead. However, there are no dog poop bags. if you are bringing your furry friend, be sure to pack some bags along with you. There are 3 different trails at the open space none of them overly long. The overlook trail is more rocky though not bad. There are also no trees. The loop trail has some trees but its not really shaded. The loop trail does have some lovely views. In september to at some point in January, the trail does close to hikers monday through weds. for "elk management" so be sure to check cotrex to see if trail is open or closed. Winter is really a great time to hike this area. The temps are cooler and the snow makes the trees and area look magical.

For an easy hike, this is the spot. The views are unbelievable…read more The terrain and surroundings change from barren rocky trails to meadows to forest lands. The prickly pears had just bloomed and we saw lots of birds and two different groups of mule deer. It's a great hike to take with kids. The elevation changes are gradual. You do share the trail with horseback riders and mountain bikers so be aware.

We originally booked Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch for our September 2026 wedding but ultimately canceled…read more8 months in advance due to multiple concerns that arose during the planning process. One major issue was the venue tasting, which unfortunately did not reflect the quality or level of organization we expected. Communication was inconsistent -- our coordinator changed during the process, but we were never formally notified or introduced to the new coordinator beforehand. The tasting itself raised several concerns: * Food and appetizers were very disappointing and did not appear to represent the venue's higher-value menu options * No food labels were provided, which made it difficult to identify dishes (ironically the only labeled item on the appetizer table was the hand sanitizer bucket) * Multiple food safety concerns were observed * Buffet service ran 15-20 minutes behind schedule * Service details were disorganized (no cloth napkins, no straws until requested, incorrect utensils provided) * Staff repeatedly opened the outdoor doors, making the dining area cold enough that guests were wearing winter jackets There were also logistical issues such as no microphone or greeting to start the tasting and no closing remarks or communication from staff. After this experience, we decided to cancel our booking well in advance of the wedding date. Unfortunately, the contract language regarding refunds proved ambiguous. Although only our deposit was due at the time, we had made additional payments early. When we canceled, the venue refunded 50% of the total amount paid to date rather than 50% of the deposit, which resulted in us losing $1,800. My recommendation to future couples is to review the cancellation terms extremely carefully and avoid making payments earlier than required until you fully understand how refunds are calculated.

Such nice folks. Great food, views and great entertainment! Check out their holiday celebrationsread more

FABULOUS!!!!!!…read more Sydney is the owner so you'll be supporting a small, female owned business (in case that's important to you). She has 3 horses so this is an extremely personal / intimate experience. The minimum ride is 3 hours, we chose a 4 hour ride and brought a lunch. She helps you from start to finish if you're an inexperienced rider, if you're experienced you'll also thoroughly enjoy the ride. You assist her with grooming, saddling, cooling the horses after the ride, everything. This is an option that I highly encourage as it allows you time to bond with your horse. The horses (Duke, Missy "Baby Horse") are VERY well cared for, loved, and are so responsive to Sydney. Whether you are an experienced or inexperienced rider you will love this ride. You will ALWAYS feel safe, especially since there's just 3 of you. I highly recommend Alpine Stables and Sydney for your Rocky Mountain ride. The views are spectacular!

Terrific experience! Ashley gave a warm, friendly, and personal riding experience with a lot of…read moreknowledge of horses and the plants, peaks, and trails around us. Best riding experience we have ever had and I can't recommend Meeker Park Stables and Ashley enough.

The Meeker Park Horse Stables, owned and operated by the Dever family, has the best horseback…read moreriding we've seen. So, that's a big statement - what does that mean? Authenticity - The old west comes alive here. There is no corporation running the show. This is the real thing. Trail rides to spectacular places on horses that want to ride. Led by read and local people. Friendly - A local family that has owned and run Meeker Park Lodge for-ev-er comes out to greet you and welcome you to their little piece of paradise. On-site staff often feature Ms Dever's herself, but you may also meet Chloe, a local high schooler who has been working with horses since she was 13. Barb may lead your ride...and she may sing you one of her cowboy (girl?) originals. Affordable - $35/hr (summer 2017) per person is a very good price for a spry horse, expert guides, and a lifetime experience. Beautiful - If you want Rocky Mountain beauty as it was intended...this is it. We've been on 1hr and 2hr rides to stunning places at Meeker Park Stables; from babbling brooks to rocky topped mountains and beautiful wildflower meadows to scented forests. These are real trail rides....not nose-to-tail dusty marches. You may get some trotting or even cantering in.

So kind and patient with my two young kids that were both new riders. We did the 30-minute trail…read morewith Quinton and it was so nice. He gave lots of info about plants and animals as we walked the trail and was very sweet to our girls. Definitely recommend.

Our guide, Joelle, was so fun and lovely. She gave us great recommendations for our time in Estes…read morePark. She was very knowledgeable and gave really good instructions. She handled everything really well. Our group was small - only 4 people in total on Memorial Day, which was great. Overall 10/10 experience.