Although I've known of Moss Beach Ranch because I live nearby and my son attended a horse camp many…read moreyears ago, I had never booked a trail ride before. I am SO glad I did. I had two young students staying with our family from Japan, and I thought they might enjoy the experience of riding horses in an authentic California environment. Kim and Ashley provided that and more. I appreciated the time in the ring before the ride for each rider to learn how to work with his/her assigned horse. Then we headed out on the trails behind and above the ranch, some parts of which included ocean views and lovely trees. Kim and Ashley clearly understood and cared about the horses. We felt supported and respected as beginning riders, never rushed. I have already started to think about taking future guests to enjoy this experience. A must-do on the Coast.

Kim replied quickly to my text, and we were able to set up the ride that same afternoon. The ranch…read moreis tucked into a small valley with quick access to the highway and Moss Beach, so it was easy to find but felt quiet and peaceful once we arrived. We were paired with two beautiful horses, including an enormous draft horse named Buck. Kim, the trainer, was warm, welcoming, and clearly loves her horses. She guided us through the foothills and into cool forest trails, where we even stopped to visit other horses along the way. Ashley the 2nd trainer joined us on the ride, and she was kind, supportive, and helped make the experience even more enjoyable. The entire afternoon far exceeded my expectations. From the breathtaking scenery to the comfort and confidence we felt with the horses, it was unforgettable. I highly recommend Moss Beach Ranch if you're looking for a truly unique and memorable riding adventure.

Done a few hikes through wunderlich park but haven't ridden a horse. Took the trail ride with…read morechaparral. It was fun and relaxing and serene to ride the horses through the woods. They have lessons for those who want to master horseback riding. Been a few times already and their horses are great. They're docile and understand command. Great ride.

Great place for a first riding lesson for kids. Summer camp options seem great too. The horses are…read morewell trained and the trails are easy

Stunning views of the Pacific…read more Honestly y'all, I was having a bad day. So I dropped everything and drove as far out to the coast as I could. And after the long drive I was grateful to find decent porta-potties in the Poplar Beach parking lot! The way down to the beach was quite steep, so I decided to stroll along the elevated Half Moon Bay Coastal Trail instead. I found some of the most majestic views I've seen in Nor-Cal. This is a great place to wander and remember to breathe. After a few hours here, I was sure that whatever troubles I had could never outspan the ocean.

This seems to be the best beach in Half Moon Bay. There is even a small parking lot. I was there on…read morea Saturday around 12. But the parking lot was full. Fortunately I was able to find space on road side. Horses are allowed in the beach. So there is horse shit too. Beach was beautiful and peaceful. There is a walking trail, that starts from the beach as well.

Just finished a trail ride with David and his team. So much fun! David was very gracious with my…read morelast minute call. He did not make any promises but said he'd call me right back to let me know either way. He fit us in and we had a great time. Horses are well taken care of, they are healthy and not overworked. Trails were fun, views are beautiful and the guides are exceptional. This will be added to our local fun things to do list! We had a blast.

I had a great ride with Dave on May 21, 2026. I have patronized a number of trailride outfits in…read moreseveral states and two overseas, and I'd put Coastside at the top of the pack. The horses looked to be in the peak of health, their hooves were in excellent condition, and the horse equipment was clean and in fine condition. Dave was an excellent host and we really enjoyed sharing stories and local knowledge. I would not hesitate to bring my grandchildren, none of whom ride, to go out on the trail with this organization. Highly recommended. A word to visitors new to the Bay Area: There's fog at the coast every month of the year. Bring layers.

Just finished up the week for camp. On Fridays you can come 2 hours early to watch the kids ride…read moretheir horse /ponies and have them show you around the camp. They have T-shirts and hooded sweatshirts are available for sale Fridays only. My daughter is taking over the rest of this review: though they sell out some colors and sizes. When I first started I was given the slowest, oldest pony on the ranch to trotting around the area.

We just finished another week at Lazy H, yes during summer 2020…read more Children were outdoors the entire time and since there's really no indoor space for them (except the portable bathrooms) and a LOT of outside space to roam I felt comfortable with their COVID preparation. My daughter had a great time! We first went 2 years ago and she was matched with Billy, a sweet pony. This year she was matched with Ranger, a horse who once used to barrel race. I'm not sure what that means but my daughter was excited to tell me this every day. So grateful I randomly discovered Lazy H years ago and looking forward to bringing my daughter and son (he will finally be old enough) next year. Thank you Breen and Emma!

Branscomb farms is my absolute favorite and happy place to visit. There are many handsome and…read morebeautiful horses, like Contiano, Castifina, and Quinta. I just cannot name them all. Seeing 2017 foals, Quinliana and Linda is exciting and enticing. My friend regularly rides beautiful Brancomb horses. I enjoy coming with her and watch her ride when I am free to join her. My friend is very brave. The horses she rides are tall and usually trained by a professional. I fell off the horse once, and now rarely dare to ride again. This place is a solid first class farm specializing in German horses. They provide many services such as breeding, boarding, and training jumping and dressage horses. Head trainer, Daniel Zilla is amazing with young horses and student riders. I'm amazed at how this 72 acre farm is so well organized and clean. How much do you like horses? Looking for the best horse? Check out this place.

Amazing Place, top quality horses care.. Great and serious…read moremanagement. Big Plus with Daniel ZILLA is an Excellent rider/trainer and super staff all around.

This was such a cool experience today! The owner invited me to take a tour of the place and see the…read morehorses and talked to me about what they do. It was so cool! I will take all my friends and family there for horseback riding. Look at this silly one taking out his tongue for the selfie as if he knows what to do already. All the horses there were friendly and they wanted to be petted. I definitely recommend it!

As an adult returning to riding after almost a 15 year hiatus, I've been thrilled to find such a…read morewelcoming community at Trillium. Etsuko, Yulia and Alexis are incredible trainers - each with their distinctive style & a deep passion for equitation. They go above & beyond to make themselves available to their students and are invested in seeing them improve and reach their goals - all while having fun along the way. I've progressed more in my riding in the past two months than I ever did learning to ride in my early teen years. The schooling horses are absolute gems, the barn is wonderful & well maintained, and the Trillium community is vibrant! I've loved getting to know my fellow classmates and encouraging one another to learn and grow. Being part of Trillium has been a pure joy. I've loved my experience so far and would recommend to anyone - no matter your age or level of experience!

Friendly horses, amazing staff (shoutout Armando, he's a gem!), and beautiful views…read more We did the early bird ride, which provided a calm start to our morning. The horses really know what they're doing & where they're going, so you can really trust them to take you along for the slow ride. I'll be recommending them to friends and family! If you're capable of paying attention during a short demonstration and listening to instructions, you should have no problems here :)

Great experience! I highly recommend adding this to your…read more"things to do" list when you are in the Bay Area. If you enjoy horseback riding with beautiful beach views, this is the ranch you should definitely check out. I booked online, and once I did, they sent a confirmation along with all the information I needed. As long as you read and follow their instructions, everything goes smoothly. I truly do not understand why this place has low ratings. I am giving them five stars because the service, directions, and communication were clear and easy to follow, and the staff were incredibly nice. I am definitely coming back with friends and family who visit. I booked the trail and beach ride, and it was an amazing and memorable experience. The weather was sunny and perfect, not too hot, and the horses were beautiful and well trained. I loved the entire experience from beginning to end. A few notes: You are not allowed to bring bags or phones, so just leave them in your car and enjoy the ride and the views. It is incredibly refreshing and stress relieving. A professional photographer takes individual and group photos throughout the ride. The photos come out great both on the trail and on the beach. It is an extra cost at the end, but I bought mine because I loved them. Thank you Sea Horse Ranch. Worth every penny. Just make sure to check the weather before booking since Half Moon Bay can be cloudy or windy.

Nice big place for boarding! It was a bit too far to travel from San Jose and they had some…read morepotholes in the dirt roads.

Wonderful place to ride. Excellent horses and very experienced instructors. Just off 280 in…read morePortola Valley.

Absolutely recommend Napa Valley Trail rides. My friends and I had such an amazing experience. The…read morestaff is so welcoming and patient. Our guides gave us all the basics to ride our horse and also provided lots of fun facts on the property. I was there for a bachelorette trip and our guides brought out Luna to take pictures with, which I thought was so sweet. I will definitely be coming back in the future! Thank you so much for a welcoming experience!

Katie and Kiera were awesome! Beautiful experience and lovely setting. Highly recommendread more