As an adult beginner, I was trying to find a stable that would be the right fit for me. I had tried…read more2 other larger stables that felt very impersonal - In one, I was put into group classes with no individual attention or in the other, I was put on a horse that just goes through the motions so I wasn't learning any horsemanship. When I found Charlotte at Salty Horse Stables, I was ecstatic to get one-on-one lessons that really taught me how to ride at a safe pace. She takes the time to get to know every student and their needs, and never pushes anyone to do something that makes them uncomfortable. A year in, I started doing small jumps in the arena - something I never expected I could do (or even knew that I wanted to do!), and I'm so grateful for Charlottes professionalism along the way. She is incredibly encouraging even on my worst days and cheers me on when I have my great days. I've seen her with children too, offering trails rides to build their confidence (which is how I started as well) and I love how she makes horseback riding fun. I'd highly recommend Salty Horse Stables for anyone, no matter what your goal may be!

It was a Los Caballeros event, with bbq pulled pork sandwiches, a cheeseboard, and a cocktail bar…read morein a horse trailer! This is not normal! We've been for a ride there in the past, and it's very clean, with helmets and even some boots to borrow. The horses aren't old and slow, they're well groomed, and the Trailmasters are super nice and interesting.

We moved our horse to Deer Springs a year ago and my daughter started lessons with Lindsay. She…read moremade a huge amount of progress in just a few months. We were so happy with the way things were going we decided to put our horse in full time training with Lindsay. This has turned out to be one of the best decisions we've made thus far with our horse. Lindsay has taken a unfinished Ranch horse that would barely move off a spur to a beginning jumper that can be ridden sans spurs and by my very small daughter. There is no doubt Lindsay can work magic with horses but she's equally as good at instructing. She's the perfect mixture of being strict with horsemanship yet keeping it fun and letting kids be kids. White Wolf is reasonably priced. Lindsay will work with you regarding lesson times. All in all I can't say enough nice things about White Wolf Equestrian.

When I was living in California for a few years I started riding at Hawk Haven barn. Laine is a…read moregreat head trainer. She is very knowledgeable with her training. They are very welcoming when you start out. They treat you like family. I would highly recommend this barn if you're eyeing a great barn.

I rode as a teenager, and later in life, I decided to try riding and jumping again. I feel so…read morefortunate to have found Laine Carter. She is an outstanding teacher in every aspect, and I have learned a tremendous amount from her. Her instruction is extremely clear and spot on with what I need to focus on. I leave every lesson feeling that I have progressed in my technique, and I had a huge amount of fun doing it! Laine has had me ride a variety of wonderful horses who I grew attached to and felt connected with. I have also watched the strong relationship that Laine has with all her other students. If you are interested in riding at any level, I highly recommend Laine Carter and Hawk Haven.

What a beautiful, just a little bit deep in the city of Vista, off Golpher Canyon. I had been here…read morebefore with my goddaughter and her mom. She has her horse riding lessons here. They board horses here as well. The grounds are well kept. I don't know any of the staff so I can't brief you in that area. They have an area for outdoor party events, birthday parties, bridal showers, small weddings, etc.. So kick on your boots and check out the place, you may want to hold an special event here.

We couldn't have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding! Lindy is honestly a superhero - she…read moretook us under her wing from day one and helped us every single step of the way, never once putting any pressure on and always being on hand at any time for any questions or sudden bridal stresses! She keeps a cool head and always has a huge smile on her face, I felt as if I'd known her for years after the very first meeting! She helped every step of the way, from planning, to suggesting vendors like the DJ and officiant, to helping with set-up and adding her own little touches to the tables. On the day, Lindy helped calm me down when I was nervous, kept everyone in touch among the two parties when we were getting ready, but while she worked she stayed so under the radar, quietly and almost unseen just cleaning up and making sure everything was running smoothly; I cannot sing Lindy's praises enough! The venue itself is sublime - rustic, beautiful, intimate but open and with plenty of space for any party. We had around 50 guests which is way below capacity but the way Lindy and her team arranged the tables made it feel just right. For a fairly cold evening (January wedding), the fire pit and the two heaters they provided were most welcome! We even had a most welcome and blessed visit from site cat Ninja who was a big hit! Everything was just utterly perfect, all our guests said this was one of the best weddings they had ever been to. If you're looking for a beautiful outdoor venue, you will not find a more perfect place than Quail Haven. Thank you so much for everything Lindy!

This is a bit of an overdue review, but I had such an amazing time horseback riding! I hadn't…read moreridden since I was about 5 years old, so I was definitely a little nervous going into it. I'm not sure it's exactly like riding a bike--but Karen made me feel completely at ease from the start. Kiwi, my horse, was incredibly patient and gentle with me. I swear she knew I needed a little extra TLC! It made the whole experience so enjoyable and stress-free. I even got to do a tiny bit of trotting, which was such a fun bonus. Overall, it was such a great experience, and I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking to try horseback riding or get back into it!

Great horses, great guides. It is always a pleasure to do a…read morehorseback ride at Suzie Q Ranch. Lovely afternoon today January 19th of 2026. Will be back! I think this ranch is the best of the area. Thank you Suzie!

We absolutely love this barn! Our 11-year-old daughter takes lessons here and has loved every…read moreminute--so much so that all she wants to do now is ride horses. The trainers and staff are incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable, and they truly care about both the riders and the horses. It's a warm, welcoming environment where kids feel supported and confident while learning. We've seen such positive growth in our daughter since starting here and couldn't recommend this place more highly.

I learned to ride with precision! Can't wait to purchase my own horse from Liz Bolton. Good…read moresupport from instructors there and nice horses.

We were blessed enough to be invited to celebrate a Christmas party at this venue and had an…read moreabsolute blast! It was beautifully decorated and we felt a tremendous amount of joy and peace just walking around admiring the beautiful wooden buildings and their architecture with carefully placed decorations all over. They had several fires going which just added so much warmth and comfort to the already uplifting scenery. We were fortunate enough to sit down near one of the owners and got the chance to speak with him for a while. He was very welcoming and warm person and we happily thanked him for having us at his beautiful establishment. We also got the chance to visit and pet some of the animals! (with permission) It was a big highlight for us last year during the holiday season and we hope to be able to visit again someday!

My 11-year-old son attended Rawhide Ranch for a one-week summer camp. As part of the camp's policy,…read morechildren do not have access to electronics or direct communication with parents during their stay. Prior to camp, we arranged a simple system where he could signal me through a snack purchase if he needed help. Early on the third day, he used that signal. I called the camp and did not receive a response. After approximately eight hours, I called again and requested to speak with the camp director, I was eventually connected with the camp director, who indicated there had been an issue earlier that day involving my son and wrong medication being given. After insisting, I was allowed to speak with my son. He was clearly distressed and informed me that he had been given the wrong medication that morning. Instead of his usual over-the-counter allergy medication, he was given a high-dose antidepressant not prescribed to him and not intended for a child his age. According to the information provided to me, staff at the health office realized the error and attempted to have him self induce vomiting with a spoon, (he was instructed to stick the spoon down his throat), which was unsuccessful. They then contacted poison control for guidance. At no point during this process was I notified. After speaking with my son, I decided to pick him up immediately. When I arrived, I found communication from staff to be limited, and I was unable to get clear or detailed information about the incident despite asking direct questions. I requested to speak with the camp director, who eventually met with me. During that interaction, I found his demeanor to be notably nonchalant given the circumstances. The situation--a child being given the wrong medication and the parent not being notified--was presented in a way that did not reflect the level of concern I would have expected. When I attempted to ask for clarification and express concern about what had happened, the conversation became extremely tense. There was a clear difference in how seriously the situation was being viewed, and the discussion escalated into a heated verbal exchange. Given the lack of clear communication and the response to what I consider a serious safety issue, I made the decision to withdraw my son from the camp that same night. Following the incident, I contacted the camp multiple times. I was initially told that a refund would not be provided, though I was offered a credit for a future summer. After further communication, I did receive a refund. I also attempted to reach out to members of the organization's leadership to share concerns about the incident. This experience was extremely concerning, particularly given the seriousness of a medication error involving a child and the lack of timely parent notification.

Riding horses has been a dream for both our daughters. We came to Miller Equestrian as a Christmas…read moregift to our daughters and have always been very pleased. The owners Ann and Frank are the nicest hardworking people you will ever meet. They are both 100% hands on people, and for that reason you get a family environment when you walk in the barn. The trainers have all gone above and beyond for our girls, they have a genuine care and respect for the horses and the riders. Our youngest is trying her hardest to one day be apart of the show team. She is being trained very well by all the trainers, especially Katie & Ann. They both take the time to teach fundamentals to make her a better rider. Our older daughter has a developmental delay, her trainer, Aurora is very patient but disciplined while keeping a calm presence. The barn has a great family oriented atmosphere, everyone has a great sense of humor and we're grateful we found them!

We rode Ginger and had a basic lesson for an hour. Can't beat the price. Staff was pleasant. There…read morewere fawn and other animals.

Willow creek is a horse lover's paradise. While it is set up for competitive jumping, they also…read morehave trail rides. And if you have an electric car, there is free charging available. The staff is exceptionally friendly and the facilities and setting is top notch and the owner is very accessible and friendly. By far, the best, most thoughtful facility I've seen!

Gorgeous landscape and beautiful riding grounds. Now known as Encinitas Riding Club. Can't go wrong…read morewith this place and you'll love leaving your horse in good hands. Really well maintained and staff is on top of everything. They have a free charging station if you need to.