Our first trip to South Dakota wouldn't be complete without a ride on horse back through the Black Hills. Randy and Peggy were awesome at making that happen for us. Although my husband and I are more of the City Slicker crew than the Bonanza Crew, we felt well prepared for our ride after a quick orientation by Randy. We took the 2 hour tour and it was well worth it with beautiful vistas and a true connection with nature. We even got to see a deer in our travels. Thank you Peggy and Randy for creating an experience we will forever cherish. Thank you, Your City Slickers, Donna & Domenic read more

Rockin R Rides, Inc - Domenic and Donna trail riding in the Black Hills of South Dakota. - Horseback Riding Near Me

Highly recommend this place. I took my 13-year-old granddaughter and 11 year old grandson for a two hour ride with James. Perfect! James was great, Peggy was great and the ladies (I don't remember their names) working with the horses and the riders were awesome. Their care for the horses, pairing and instructions to riders was spot on and the animals condition are first rate, very impressive. Will be back! Thank you everyone. Grandpa read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed our 2-hour ride through the black hills. The horses were great and my 12-year old girls did great. Allie was an excellent guide and Peggy even walked a couple MILES back into the trail to find daughter's cell phone that fell out of her pocket (pro tip: use the saddle bags provided) read more

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My wife and 9 year old daughter had an amazing time horseback riding for about 4 hours in Black Hills National Forest. Thank you Rockin R Rides!! read more

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Peggy and her team were great. Coming from Florida we set up the trip well in advance towards the end of the season. The weather turned bad and we were a bit concerned. Peggy worked it so we could come in on another day and even though it was cold for us Floridians (48 degrees with wind), they made sure we were comfortable. The first few minutes out to the Black Hills was a little windy/cold, but our leader Randy took us on trails were the wind subsided and the view was amazing. We even saw some wild life while on the trail. It was really an experience for us city slickers from Tampa. Thanks for the memories and we will be back if we are back in SD! read more

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They were so NICE and so great with our kids. We felt like our family was treated so well and it really made an impact on our vacation memories! read more

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Happy family w teen and a younger child w special needs. . . Pulling up to the ranch w wide open views of the area (inc crazy horse) and away from the tourist bustle of the city, we were happy to find this gem. Our guide Kat, shared a "pony ride" w the younger who lives w Autism to see if he could manage a longer trip. He enjoyed the experience, but was not "trail ready" and I am grateful for their willingness to learn w us. We chose the longer 3.5 hr trail-ride for the teen who returned super exited (and saddle sore) from the beautiful views woven through hills, forest, and rock outcroppings. Great experience for all. Note: safety regulations do not allow for double riding as a standard for all stables in this area. read more

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I would highly recommend this business. Took our family of 6, boys ages 8, 12, 15 and 17 in August. They have gentle horses and nice trails. Staff very friendly and training provided. The trail guide was very informative and checked on us the whole tour. Prices were reasonable and the conditions of the horse stables were excellent. read more

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Not exactly what we were hoping for - but I would definitely recommend it for anyone who wants a straightforward trail ride. The people working are funny and very friendly! We wanted to be able to do more than walk - but aside from that - a great place! read more

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Our ride was made great by the wonderful people at Rocking R. Peggy, Page and James did the utmost to make our experience a memorable time. We highly recommend taking this ride for the beautiful scenery, seeing deer play up close and personal, with great horses and guides. read more

We enjoyed our 2 hour trail ride. We saw several deer and a turkey. Great way to see the area and not disturb the wildlife. The guide was friendly and we enjoyed ourselves. read more

An absolutely stunning setting in a valley below Crazy Horse. Great trail ride at a walking gait. All the staff were professional and so friendly - they gave great instructions and had us all laughing as we got ready. The horses are healthy, and the stables and equipment are in good condition. The staff sprayed disinfectant in all helmets prior to use. It appears to be a very well-run organization. This trail ride was the best way to really get into the hills and imagine life here 100 years ago. read more

We signed up for a half-day ride that took us through a scenic trail where we had a great view of the Crazy Horse monument. Our guide, Kat, was friendly and knowledgeable and handled the group perfectly. It was a leisurely tour. There was no trotting, running for those who prefer that type of ride. This was a great tour for beginners or those who only ride occasionally. Experienced riders might be bored with this type of tour, although Rockin R may be able to accommodate more experienced riders if you call and ask. Horses were all very well behaved. My horse and my daughter's horse got spooked by a deer, but they only pulled to the side and didn't rear up. They seemed to know the way and mostly followed directions, although mine loved to try to stop and eat whenever possible. :) read more

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My family and I went over the summer and had a great trail ride. The trail guide was great with my 7 year old and we all really enjoyed the experience. All of the wranglers that helped us in the beginning were great and we would go back again. Thank you Rockin R Rides. read more

Excellent option with delightful staff and beautiful rides. Top notch for novice and confident alike. Will go again for a longer ride in the future! read more

Fantastic horseback trail ride. Went to South Dakota on a family trip. This place was amazing. The owners are amazing people, the horses were great. My 2 boys 7&8 loved it. The trail guides were very patient with my kids. I cant recommend this place enough. And do yourself a favor and book at least the 1.5 hr ride. We didnt want it to end. read more

Awesome experience. Great for the whole family. We had kids ages 6, 9 & 15 and everyone had a wonderful time. Horses are gentle, helmets required for kiddos under 14. read more

Between the overall rating, mostly glowing reviews and overall affordability, we chose Rocking R Trail Rides for our horseback riding excursion, and it just happened to be only a few minutes drive from the campground where we were staying (Rafter J Bar Ranch Resort). This is a small business where the owners answer the phone, schedule the rides and check you in and out. The guides then meet you outside and, after a brief lesson on how to mount, dismount and handle your horse, help you to mount and perform all the proper stirrup adjustments to ensure a proper fit to your size and comfort. After taking a few pictures for you (with your camera or phone), it's time to head to the trails! Along the way, the guides get to know you and engage in pleasant conversation, one leading from the front and another following at the back. We had an enjoyable experience where everyone felt comfortable handling their horses after about 10-15 minutes. Ally and Taylor were excellent guides, so we made sure to tip them accordingly. If you're on the fence, don't hesitate to choose Rocking R for your adventure. You'll have an enjoyable experience without breaking the bank. read more

Rockin R Rides, Inc - Our crew, right before hitting the trails with Ally and Taylor at Rocking R Trail Rides. - Horseback Riding Near Me

By far our families favorite part of our Black Hills vacation! We surprised our daughters (6 & 8) with an early morning 1.5hr trail ride and Rockin R Rides did not disappoint! Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and the horses were absolutely beautiful! As first time riders we were a little nervous (especially with our youngest) but our trail guide, Jake, was fantastic! We were given thorough instruction and were led on a beautiful ride! This is an experience our family will talk about for years to come and we cannot recommend Rockin R Rides enough! read more

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My sons and I had an amazing time on our ride today. Making reservations was easy. The instructions we received before we arrived, reception and payment, and the orientation and safety brief were all great too. Our guide, Becca was awesome. She was extremely knowledgeable and gave us great information throughout our entire tour. She kept an eye on all of us and made sure we were safe the whole time, too. The horses were well trained and my sons (9 & 14) had no issues with them at all. Every member of their team we encountered throughout our whole experience were all extremely professional, helpful, and courteous. THANKS SO MUCH! read more

My son loved it. You could put him on a horse any time. However, the tour was not as described. They took on in a circle on the side of a nearby hill. Then, they brought us back early saying they needed the horses for another group. It was very disappointing. read more

Great experience! Our wranglers were great! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. They even will lead your Littles around on a pony for a very small fee. I wish I could remember our wrangler'a name. He was tall, thin and wore glasses. He was a very funny guy and just really made the whole ride special! What a Wonderful soul he is! On another note, My husband Weighed 230 and that was too heavy for the other Trail ride businesses. We were actually turned away and he recommended going here because they have bigger horses that can handle the weight. Would highly recommend this place !! read more

We loved Rockin R! We called during busy season and they were able to accommodate an early morning trail ride for our group of 8 (4 kids 6-8 years, 4 adults) the very same morning. Staff was totally accommodating, friendly and laid back. They had plenty of helmets, jackets to borrow, and offered to fill up our coffee before we went on our trail ride. Our trail guides were great with the kids and adults alike. Great experience and all of the kids loved it. I felt it was a good value and the scenery was awesome (Black Hills National Forest and Crazy Horse. We also saw a deer, turkeys and a turkey vulture). Highly recommend it! read more

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They were fantastic from check in to completion of ride. They were attentive to safety concerns and the guides kept watch and gave clear and concise instructions. It was a beautiful ride and some fun times. Thanks to our horses: Eagle, Grover, and sassy Titus. Huge thanks to Guide James! read more

They were great with the kids. 8 and 10 year old. One was a bit scared and our guide led her through. Beautiful scenery and wonderful horses and staff. Definitely recommend! We drove up from Hot Springs. read more

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We had a family of 4 for an 1 1/2 ride. We were with a couple other people. The check in was quick and they showed us what we needed to know. Katelyn and Nate were our guides. Both were great and really made the ride feel like it was meant for us. A few times they stopped the ride to adjust certain riders and saddles and make sure everyone was comfortable. read more

We took our granddaughters for their first trail ride at Rockin R Rides. Neither had much/any horse experience. One granddaughter had a melt down once she was on her horse. The staff worked with her to calm the fears and she said at the end of the ride that now she wants to take riding lessons. What a great group of people who care about their customers! We had a great ride!! I'd recommend the Rockin R to anyone looking for a laid back and fun time, this is your place! read more

Great trail rides for kids and adults too. Reasonable prices and good staff. Right down from Crazy Horse monument.

Can't say enough good things. This was my son and niece's first real ride on a horse. We were worried they might get a little scared but they were thrilled. The staff is awesome, they really worked with us to get us slotted in around some bad weather. The guides (Kayla and Katie) did an awesome job made everything easy and fun for the kids. Horses seem really well trained and cared for. Scenery was beautiful. Thanks Guys! read more

Great trails and scenery as well as friendly staff and guides. The 1.5 hour ride was perfect and was much more scenic than the one hour ride would have been. Also the groups were small and my family ended up being the entire group(5 people) although this was early in the morning and it looked more crowded around ten. Overall better than expected and better than the pictures show. read more

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We had a wonderful experience at Rockin Rides. We went on a 2 hour ride and had booked it the previous week. The staff was very professional and our guides knew how to handle the horses and the inexperienced riders. Peggy (who I think is the owner) was also very helpful in making sure we were placed on the right horses since it was the first time for one of us. We would definitely go again. read more

Free pony rides to children under 6, great customer service, friendly staff and healthy looking horses. This place is great! See my other review of a nearby horse riding company for yet another reason to go with this place. Highly recommended. read more

Absolutely amazing!!! Did the 1.5 hour ride which was great! I could have done the 2 hour ride easy. Amazing staff and great, well trained horses! read more

Wonderful trail ride with a great guide(Karen)! Opted for the 1 1/2 ride and it was a perfect amount with beautiful blue skies and soft breeze!!! Would definitely do again as even my son who had to be persuaded to go loved it because he said his horse was amazing!!! And the price was very reasonable compared to others! read more

Our family of 4 (kids 11 & 9) had a great trail ride with beautiful views. We hadn't ridden before and Peggy was great with the kids and we were all comfortable on our horses. Her team was also great - clearly well trained, organized and know their stuff! Highly recommend! Stop by Jimmy's next door at the barn after your ride for a cool beverage for kids and adults. Play pool, ping pong and enjoy the quirky novelties for sale. Super friendly. read more

My family did a 2 hour ride. What a great experience through the Black Hills. Our children had never even been on horses before. The staff was friendly and professional and clearly love what they do. We did a 7:45am ride. I know it's early, but best time for a cool morning ride. 2 hours flew by. Now that we are back home, the kids want to go on more horseback rides. Highly recommend Rockin R Rides if you're looking for an easy ride through the Black Hills. read more

Great trail ride! Very authentic! Looking out for riders safety as well as giving them a great riding experience!

I saw the high review for Rockin' R and wasn't sure it was going to be as great as it was. I went with my 7 yo nephew who has never rode a horse before and it just so happened that we were the only ones on the hour ride. Our guide, Walter, was AWESOME! He was talking to my nephew the whole time and even answered the MANY questions he asked and was very great with asking him questions as well. Walter also took my camera from me during the ride and stopped many places to take our pictures. I will definitely recommend them to anyone and everyone going to the hills! read more