The Livingston Ranch

(2 reviews)

3.2 km

My girls have done lessons here for a few years. They truly care about their horses and their…read morestudents. There is an indoor and outdoor riding area. Call for appointments. They also do horse boarding.

My wife and I have wanted to take riding lessons for a while. Fairy Tale had good reviews, so we…read moredecided to take the plunge. We rode with Oliver and Timmy, and Kaitlin was our instructor. Oliver and Timmy were the sweetest horses. Very gentle and friendly. Kaitlin clearly loves the horses and she was very clear in her instructions, as well as quite patient with us, as newbies. We rode indoors, as it was a snowy day. But we can't wait to go back, and get to a point where we're no longer in need of lessons, but instead just freely riding. Definitely recommend.

Our Barn

21.5 km

Great experience! Today was my first time at "Our Barn." My daughter & her 4 children (11,9, 8 & 6)…read moreaccompanied me. Jake, Reese & Taylor were all very knowledgeable, caring & careful. They are great with kids. The 6 year old was initially terrified but he was the first mounted and rode the whole time! Taylor worked with him so he was calm when Reese was ready to start. Most of the children had never been on a horse. Jake is a very attentive trail boss & made the ride calm & enjoyable. We plan on spending more time there!

From the owner: Here we teach our students from the ground up. Horsemanship is about the partnership between human…read moreand equine. So understanding horse behavior and understanding how we effect their behavior helps grow a better partnership. We are looking for long term students who want to commit to being a better horseman. We also attend fun shows over the summer to show the progress of the student.

Trail ride from holiday horse camp

Trail ride with the kids

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Holiday horse camp

Bookmark Farms

10.6 km

I absolutely love working here! The barn is so clean and the horses well taken care of! Excellent…read morebarn and wonderful staff!

From the owner: Equestrian facility providing classes, training, boarding, educational classes and more.read more

Campers learning about grooming.

School tacking area with door open in spring

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Barn cat Milo sleeping in the school tacking area.

Equestrian Valley Farm

3.9

(11 reviews)

69.6 km

After calling over 10 places and being sent straight to voicemail we finally found equestrian…read morevalley farm. The owners were happy to get 2 more horses ready for me and my friend in their 4 o'clock slot. When we arrived there was a very friendly atmosphere and many cute animals playing in the yard to watch while you waited. We then signed in and they gave us a quick walkthrough and we were on our way. The ride was about an hour and a half throughout their beautiful property. There was one other party with us, and through the whole ride the hosts were talking to us making you feel very at home. I would definitely recommend this is you want to go on a nice horseback ride this is the place. Special shout out to "cloud" for chauffeuring me around on his back:)

After calling several places, found the perfect one. My daughter and I had a very enjoyable ride…read moreon their horses. They are easy going polite friendly made us feel at home.

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Blue Moon Acres

4.3

(12 reviews)

76.5 km

I wanted to go to a small business riding facility, but I would NEVER go here again. We arrived…read more30min early as requested, only to be left waiting for an hour. We did not get on our horses until an hour past our scheduled time, and the next group had already shown up. Our trail guide was vaping and talking on the phone the whole time, the vapor blowing back into my face. But worst of all, the trail guide did not tighten my saddle, claiming that she doesn't believe in having the girths super tight. When the saddle proceeded to slip, just a few yards from where we took off, it was blamed on me. She claimed it was because I have uneven stirrups and she "knew they didn't look right". I was highly upset by this experience and her ignorance. Do not go here, it is unsafe and unpleasant. I will highly recommend trying a different facility.

My two kids (they are older teens) and I had the most fantastic time horseback riding together…read morethrough Hocking Hills with Blue Moon Acres. It was a phenomenal experience and I highly recommend booking a ride here! We will definitely be back again in the future.

Horseback riding through Hocking Hills with Blue Moon Acres!! Sooooo fun!!

Lucy

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Royal Creek Farm

(3 reviews)

93.9 km

This was our first experience horseback riding. My granddaughter is 11 and very hesitant about…read moreriding. Amy was so patient with her. By the time our first lesson was over my granddaughter was completely comfortable, it was amazing to see. I highly recommend Royal Creek Farm.

Went to Royal Creek today to just enjoy some relaxing horseback riding. The experience we had was…read moreabsolutely AMAZING. Jules was our guide. She was absolutely sweet, understanding, knowledgeable, and very patient. My two cousins who went with me aren't very experienced riders, and she walked them through everything. Royal Creek has an amazing way of setting up the entire experience. They are really good at pairing the rider with the house -- not easy to do, but very well done. Once you arrive, you meet your "guide" and then are introduced to your horse. I really enjoyed the fact that you have some one on one time with the horse you'll be riding before you actually get on. You get to give your horse a brush down so they get comfortable with you, after that the horses are saddled up, and they take you to an indoor arena to ride around and get comfortable. Your guide will then make sure you're comfortable to take you out to the field where you'll ride around for a while. This was honestly one of the best horseback riding experiences I have had in a long time. Also, their prices are super reasonable. $105 for 3 people for an 1 1/2 hours

Getting to know the horse.

Being on a horse for the first time.

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This is Red, and he is such a sweetheart and an amazing ride. I definitely recommend him if you've ridden before.

Beautiful Shoes Farm

43.2 km

My daughter began beginner horseback riding lessons over a year ago and absolutely loves her time…read moreriding every week at Beautiful Shoe farms. The instructors are professional, friendly and always prioritize safety.

From the owner: We offer horseback riding lessons in a family oriented and relaxed environment, serving Dublin,…read moreHilliard, Westerville, Upper Arlington, and the general Columbus area. We have clients who travel from Gahanna and Delaware County. English and Western riding are available. Beautiful Shoes has been a part of the community for 20 years, and our instructors have 8-10 years of experience riding, handling horses, and have taught lessons for many of those years. We teach at the student's ability while encouraging them to advance skills at their own speed in a safe environment without undue pressure. We teach beginners up to intermediate levels for children and adults. Scheduling is flexible, available on weekdays and weekends, and we will work with schedules and around other activities as best we can. Our goal is to offer a safe place for kids and adults to enjoy horses and learn to ride. Riding and learning to care for horses can provide connection, responsibility, confidence, and physical conditioning in a fun environment. Our mission is to provide a place for this to happen for kids of all ages, and adults too!

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DHS Farms

8.6 km

We were visiting family in Westerville for two weeks and looking for a place for our 9yo to have a…read moreriding lesson (b/c she was REALLY missing her lessons from home). She ended up getting a lesson here two weeks in a row. Out of the goodness of their hearts, this couple provided her lessons, despite this farm now doing breeding only. Hilary & Devin were so kind and knowledgeable. We hope to do it again next year. Thanks so much!

Hunters & Jumpers Equine Private Events

(2 reviews)

11.8 km

I love riding at Carlson's Hunters and Jumpers I love riding Baby she is a great horse to ride she…read moreis my favorite horse to ride.

Great location, beautiful facility with well trained horses and ponies for all age of riders…read more Courtney is an outstanding trainer with many years of experience. Definately would recommend this stable whether it's for boarding, leasing, lessons, and/or pony parties

Summer Show

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Alum Creek State Park

4.1

(59 reviews)

26.2 km

Nice spots but our outdoor chairs were taken!!! Loop G…read moreThe signs and spaces were NOT legible unless you were were walking

We reserved one of the full hookup sites online and stayed at the end of September 2025. The online…read morereservation site has all the details on lot size, electricity info, distance to showers, etc. However, it's limited in showing different dates, which is frustrating. Anyway, the check-in time is 3pm and check-out is 1pm. We paid fifty-three dollars per night for two adults and one dog, with a six fifty reservation charge. Check-in was easy, and the attendant was helpful; you just drive up to the office, check-in and go on your way. The layout is similar to a subdivision with cul-de-sacs and each spot having its own little yard, making it feel somewhat like camping in the woods. Our neighbors were quiet and most vehicles drove slowly. Everyone we met was pleasant and friendly. The camp itself was clean and easy to hook up. Bathrooms and showers were clean and there was plenty of toilet paper. Large trash bins were available along with gray water stations. The only thing I'd suggest is for the site identifiers to be repainted, as several had faded over time. We visited the beach, but didn't go swimming, given the temperature. The pond is catch and release and seemed maintained and not stagnant. The budget limitations need to be considered before passing judgment. We used bug spray every day and that seemed to help keep the bugs away. The site we booked had a level surface and plenty of room to back in. The water and electrical were easily accessible and worked fine. A lot of campers used an inline water filter. The water quality report is on the park website for anyone interested. The grass was well trodden, making a camp rug a must-have. There was also a fire pit with a grill attached, but we didn't use it to cook. Also, at the time, there wasn't a burn ban. Overall it was an enjoyable experience and we'll definitely return. It was fun to walk down the aisles and see all the setups and decorations and note future camp site options. How many campers are long-timers, it's hard to tell. But we were pleased and our dog loved exploring on our walks.

Empty electric spot.

Electrical only hookup

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Putt putt

Alum Creek Below Dam Area

4.6

(15 reviews)

24.4 km

Good place to go in Central Ohio if you want to go around water. It's plenty area that you can find…read morea place to put up and just relax

The below dam area has two great playgrounds for kids to explore and burn some energy. They have…read moresteps up to the dam, if you have the energy or a ram off to the side that is much easier for the kids. They have clean bathrooms and picnic area, that makes it very family friendly.

Toy story clouds

Stairs

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Antrim Park

4.3

(67 reviews)

30.8 km

So this is a rather sweet park! You aren't quite sure why this place has so many starts as you…read moredrive in and you're like... how can this be the park to the right? The answer to this is being patient. Drive down and find the 'lower' parking lot, jump out and wander under the freeway overpass and that's when you go... 'holy cow, this is gorgeous!!' The lake is so pretty, the paths are well marked. This would be a go to spot during the fall color changes as the reflections off the lake would be pretty much what dreams are made of. Lots of space on walkway that goes all the way around the lake so you never feel crowded. Shows like 1.3miles but I'd guess closer to 2.0 miles but it's all pretty much flat and groomed. If you're ever in this area, plan a good walk with your significant other, put your phone in your pocket, hold their hands and just talk about how amazing your life is with them in it. And don't forget. Listen to what they have to say.

Nice active park off the 315 highway. It has walking trail(gravel) along the lake. Plus paved all…read morepurpose trail that leads along the highways 315 and 161. Great place for dogs and people who like to fish. I only docked a star for the restroom facilities. Leaves a lot to be desired

Jogger

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Blue skies

Hoover Dam Recreation Park

4.6

(57 reviews)

17.5 km

The Hoover Dam is very nice and clean. The path is well taken care of and easy to maneuver. I…read morerecommend checking it out.

When most people think of Hoover Dam/Reseviotr, they think of the area along Sunbury Road. This…read moreis, however, an often overlooked area BELOW the dam. This area can be accessed from Sunbury Road (near the dam) or from Central College Rd. When entering from Central College Road, there is a nice parking area and a picnic shelter. The recreation area below the dam is spacious and allows for a variety of recreational activities.

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Sunset

Infirmary Mound Park

4.6

(10 reviews)

19.6 km

I think I was here long ago, for a Civil War reenactment? Came today for the Fairy Trail party…read more Didn't realize you had to pre-register, so we just walked past the carriage rides, face-painting, swag bags, and more. Kid K said that didn't bother her, as long as we could do the trail (which is open all summer.) But we couldn't find it. Signage and maps for that are awful. We found the start of the trail, but past that, multiple branches went all over. I will say the main park trail system is well-marked with blazes, and the park map does pretty well with them. But no sign of the fairies. I had hoped we'd at least be able to follow other people since there were so many there for the party, but folks were going to all the other parts of the park too. We passed a mini zip-line area and a forest playground, but the kid wasn't interested, and eventually got worn out and just wanted to leave. So, two stars for the fairy trail portion since it needs more organization. I'm sure if we'd actually found it we'd give it more. But four or five for the park as a whole, which has loads of amenities: shelters, parking, playgrounds, dog park, restrooms (fancy pit ones,) and the mound, which I also didn't see. A big lake and a couple smaller ponds, and wetlands. Oh, well. Maybe we'll try again some other time.

Love this park! They have everything you could ask for- bathrooms, a natural play area for kids, a…read morelake for fishing or kayaking, a dog park, trails, etc. They do a great job keeping it nice.