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    Vin Hesten Trail Rides

    4.3 (227 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    My son and RANGER the horse
    Jason G.

    My son and I did a ride with Vin Hesten on Saturday March 14 from 4-6pm. It was a very good experience. Our guide Sam was fun. She is an authentic individual. We started the ride with a few lessons on how to use the reins to get the horse to go where we wanted. Then we set out on a mixture of single track nature trail and dirt road riding. The horses were well behaved and easy to ride. The weather was perfect as the sun began to sink lower. We enjoyed the experience and will return if we want to ride again!

    Ranger.
    Anyes V.

    Amazing trail ride with Cole our super nice guide. I had a fantastic time riding Ranger! Till next time!

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    Nijelle H.

    If you don't receive a service or a service was cancelled, you are within your full legal right to file a chargeback under the Fair Credit Billing Act despite no-chargeback agreements and no refund policies. No-chargeback agreements are not legally binding in any country. Consumers cannot forfeit their statutory right to a chargeback under the Fair Credit Billing Act and is often used by businesses to scare customers from pursuing this course of action. Attempted to receive a refund due to weather. It was pouring rain. I reached out several days before and several times before the day of the reservation and received no response up until four hours before the scheduled ride and was informed at that time the reservation was cancelled. They don't offer refunds, only reschedules. The reschedule is not a viable solution if you don't live in the area. Attempted to work out the issue with the business and they threatened me that they'd pursue legal action against me for filing a chargeback with my bank after they refused to issue a refund. Please look at other reviews mentioning "refund" and you'll see similar threatening responses from the owner as well as a lack of responsiveness to people trying to obtain a refund far in advance of their reservation for various reasons.

    The trails were so relaxing ..the wine tasting after was a plus..gorgeous winery.
    Vero S.

    We had such an amazing time. We were all first timers and felt comforatble with our knowledgeable guide . Our horses were sweethearts too! And the weather couldn't have been more perfect. Thank you Meghan!!!

    Ranger and Mega!
    Samantha A.

    Sam our trail guide was amazing, she ran us throw commands on the ranch and let us get comfortable with the horses before hitting the trail. The trail was perfect and mostly shaded which was great for the heat, the horses are so well trained very easy to ride for new riders like myself, Sam gave us clear instructions and communication the whole trail To make it a great experience for us and the horses, we loved it! Definitely will be back hopefully with same horses and same guide!

    If you haven't been there, how am I going to be able to explain what you're missing ? Completely impossible. And if you're in California southern, to mid. An economical weekend this could be vacation. Stay safe have fun . Turn off the media and the fear. Don't forget to live while you're making a living. Some things are even free. Couldn't picture of the horseback riding, I'm disabled and was side-by-side with a helper, and having the best time in my life, but I tell you it was the best part.

    Ranger!
    Amy A.

    Amazing trail ride with Jade and Cole as our tour guides. Will defiantly be back. Great little course they teach you before you go and the horses were so sweet. Still missing Ranger

    We went on the sunset ride Tonight. It was a private ride with our guide. He was great. I would recommend to anyone no matter what experience you have. I loved this picture..my horse sticking tongue out. Ranger was perfect. We will go again..maybe with family to share

    Ranger
    Abbey R.

    I loved Vin Hesten! My partner and I were riding Ranger and Mega respectively and had an amazing time. It was hot out here in July but there are parts of sun and shade so once we got on the trail it was a fantastic time. We booked through Virgin Experiences which didn't let Vin Hesten know we were coming, so make sure you call ahead to sign the emailed waivers and let them know you've booked with them if you use a voucher or something. Sam was our guide and did a great job putting me at ease, answering my questions, and leading us. I was on Ranger who is a complete sweetheart and I miss him already. Mega is larger and tried to eat some hay and grass but my boyfriend handled him just fine so we had a great experience. Sam is super cool and easy to talk to as well, and she made sure all safety things were taken care of before we started too with great care which I really appreciated. Only downside: the Port-o-Potty is super gross apparently, according to my partner. Stop on the way there to use any restrooms if you need to. I'd recommend long pants and breathable long sleeved tops because you may brush up against some trees and things while on the trail that could cut you potentially-- however, it's not dangerous really. Taller people beware, you may need to fuck under some lower outward branches while on the trail. By the way, if you book the horses and wine thing, you go to Frangipani afterwards which is nearby.

    Me and the love of my life Ranger, my boyfriend also came along with the handsome and well tempered Mega
    stacey p.

    My first time doing a proper horse riding trail and Sam went out of her way to make me and my horse buddy Ranger comfortable. She was an absolute angel and had eyes on the back of her head, giving me advice and tips the whole ride through. She was knowledgeable, professional, and patient with all my questions! I didn't know what to expect for this experience but she definitely exceeded all expectations. Thanks Sam, can't wait to do another ride and hear all your stories!

    Jill W.

    Had a great trail ride over the weekend at their farm. The people are welcoming and kind. Sam is the perfect person for this job. She went out of her way to make sure we knew what we were doing before the ride, she kept us safe, and she also made sure we had a great time. She is silly, entertaining, and just an all around great person. The horses were great, the trail was cool, and we really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you! Also, other places in the area were booked, and they had availability last minute which worked with our hectic schedules. I recommend you bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray.

    Good times on sweet ponies!

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    Ask the Community - Vin Hesten Trail Rides

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    Vendella was a great guide and led us through varying terrain, the views on top of the hill are beautiful!

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