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.

I contacted Joe to set up a party for 10 year olds and he was very responsive and helpful. We…read morevisited the ranch to check out the facilities and he let my daughters take a quick ride and watch a horse feeding. When the party date arrived the place was decorated and the girls had a wonderful time taking turns riding a horse and a pony. They even had a horse kissing booth which the girls found fun and engaging. It was a wonderful experience with smiles all around. I plan on having my younger daughters party there in a few years. I also discovered they have weekly ridings and even a Halloween riding event so I will definitely be bringing the kids back soon.

Friday afternoons at 4pm they host an open house where you can come meet the horses and help feed…read morethem! We brought our toddlers and had a great time! Thanks, Joe & Arlene!

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.

Did an hour long trail ride and had a wonderful time. Great with inexperienced riders. Stunning…read moreviews. They clearly love and care for their horses. Would highly suggest checking this place out.

This is a no frills boarding stables as far as facilities go, but the care they provide is above…read moreaverage. You can tailor your horse's diet the way you want (with choices of alfalfa, grass hay, and oat hay) and they will even supplement your horse (you provide) with no charge. My horse was out in pasture right and they limit the # of horses to 8 in the 7 acre field. They also have free trailer parking (although the parking lot gets VERY crowded during the weekends). The three stars are from the following negatives: snobby boarders. Amazing how just a few people can ruin your experience. Just because my horse is in pasture and yours looks like Malibu Barbie's horse protected from head to toe in blankets doesn't mean that I'm lower on the totem pole. The road going up to the ranch will DESTROY the shocks on your car. It's also very narrow and I have gotten my 3/4 ton truck STUCK on the side when I was letting a huge trailer pass by (they had to pull it out with a tractor). No back shoes on horses in pasture. I endurance ride, I need shoes.

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.

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.

Heck, this business does not deserve any stars. However, with the courtesy of Yelp, Ocean View…read moreRiding Stables deserves a lousy pity star. On my first attempt, I have called the owner to schedule an appointment for two vouchers I've purchase via Groupon, but I was told that email would be the best way to get in contact. We've exchanged several emails over the past month and I still don't have a confirmed appointment! On several occasions, I even had to follow-up with her emails. I also had to repeatedly ask what are the times and dates for weekend availability, but she fails to provide an answer. And when she does decide to respond, she was rude and vague - as she did not try to accomodate any requested time slots or even provide times that are available for bookings. Not only have I ever experienced such unprofessionalism, this is by far the poorest customer service I've received!

Just bought a groupon for the 2 hour trail ride. It's extremely hard to make an appointment. The…read moreowner asked me to email for an appointment and so far I have sent about 8 emails and still could not confirm my appointment time. I started emailing her in August for an October appointment and I believe there are plenty of time to schedule one. Any clue or should I return my groupon?

Laura runs a great little barn where riders have fun and horses are treated like owners' horses…read more Could not commend more! Safe place for riding and have fun at the barn!

Denise has been very helpful to me in taking care of my horse. She is conscientious about making…read moresure my horse is well cared for and I have come to trust her advice even though I have a lot of experience around horses myself. I believe she shares a wealth of good knowledgeable about horses and equestrian skills to her students.

I am so grateful I found Denise. Her lessons are exactly what I had always been looking for. I have…read morebeen taking lessons with Denise and her horse Lobo for nearly a year now. As background - I am a complete beginner rider. Denise is an incredibly knowledgable and experienced instructor who is also patient, trustworthy, and teaches important foundational riding and horsemanship from the ground up. Along with her knowledge, she has a very realistic/no BS approach to the way she teaches. She tells you how it is and will always point out improvements in a supportive and constructive way. All her lessons build upon each other and focus on important skills like balance, general groundwork, reining, communication, having a good seat, and of course riding at various gaits. Denise teaches practical skills of how to be around horses and know what to do in different situations. She also focuses on safety first for both the horse and rider at all times. I also love how comprehensive her lessons are. She teaches how to groom and tack up a horse along with riding, which only makes the experience feel more realistic and complete. Denise is also very responsive and is able to work with you when it comes to scheduling, which I appreciate so much. My riding lessons are one of the very few places in my life where I truly shut off from everything and am completely immersed in the moment. My mind doesn't trail off, but rather is focused on Denise and riding. It's an incredible feeling that not much else compares to. I absolutely love going to my lessons every week. Thanks for the amazing experience Denise! I'm looking forward to more

This is a wonderful place. Nan, the manager, is extremely intuitive and develops a unique…read morerelationship with each horse. That says, she can tell when even the slightest thing is off with them. Tons of trail access a huge plus.

I am so lucky to have landed at MSR! Nan is truly wonderful, extremely knowledgeable and a crazy…read moreawesome cook too! Lots of trails to ride, good friends to ride with and peace of mind knowing my two boys are well cared for, are just a few of the many reasons I love it here!!