Top Spots For Horseback Riding In Denver
(credit: Denver Equestrians Riding School)There are so many different ways to get out and enjoy the beautiful Colorado sun. From hiking and camping to fishing, biking or other outdoor sports, there is some type of outdoor adventure for everyone and every ability. Horseback riding is one of those great past times that people of all ages can enjoy, and there are so many great places to take classes or just book some time on a trail with a knowledgeable guide. If you've never gone for a horseback ride, then you're definitely missing out on one of the most Colorado of all outdoor activities. Here are five places to get you started as you plan your horseback riding adventures.
5547 S. Parker Road
Aurora, CO 80015
(303) 699-6128
www.horserentalsdenver.com
Whether you're looking for lessons, day camps or hay rides, 12 Mile Stables is a great place to book your next horseback riding adventure. For beginners, you can get an introductory one-hour lesson to learn all about how to groom, saddle and care for your horse, as well as the all the basics of riding techniques. There are classes for kids as young as 3, as well as classes for the more advanced student. If you've got a pony lover in your life, you can also book a special pony-themed birthday party with pony rides and lots of other fun for all the kids. You can pretty much get anything you need for a memorable horseback riding adventure at 12 Mile Stables.
5200 W. Coal Mine Ave.
Littleton, CO 80123
(303) 973-0077
www.denverequestrians.com
The Denver Equestrians Riding School offers classes and programs for children and adults. You can get instruction on all the basics of horsemanship and riding, or you can even get into the advanced techniques like dressage, jumping and more. It all starts with a private riding assessment, so the team at Denver Equestrians can help you determine the best place to start. From there, you'll be able to join up with the class or group with the perfect skill level for you to fit right in. The adult programs even offer a Rusty Stirrups Group, which is perfect for those who rode when they were kids but need to brush up on those skills before getting back in the saddle.
7990 S. Santa Fe Drive
Littleton, CO 80120
(720) 355-1234
www.tallhorseriding.com
Located in Coventry Farms in Littleton, Tall Horse Riding Club is a great place for group or private lessons, as well as packages for anyone who owns their own horse. There are lots of different packages to check out, and you can even get a single private lesson just to determine if horseback riding is really for you. With packages of four, or eight lessons, you'll get all the instruction you need to be a horseback riding pro in no time. Just like the other schools, you'll need to start out with a new client assessment, so the instructors are able to place you with the right level of other students. From there, you'll enjoy 45-minute to one-hour lessons that will have you in the saddle and riding with all your other horse-loving friends.
7969 Alkire St.
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 425-8902
yelp.com/biz/wild-west-ranch-arvada
For more than 25 years, Wild West Ranch in Arvada has offered classes, boarding and trail rides for anyone in Colorado. If you aren't looking for a class, and you just want to spend a little time out on the trail with a beautiful animal, check out the trail ride options, available for all types of rides and all ages. Lessons are also available for all different skill levels, and you can even book Pony Parties here as well, with pony rides and other fun for kids. With stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, you'll love your time at the Wild West Ranch.
1150 N. Roxborough Park
Littleton, CO 80120
(303) 933-3636
www.chatfieldstables.com
A trail ride at Chatfield Stables is as purely "Colorado" as you can get. Enjoy a scenic ride around the Platte River as a professional trail guide takes you and your friends on a relaxing and beautiful horseback riding adventure. The trail rides are so much more than just a single-file line along a path, and you'll find the wranglers here to be very helpful and very friendly. You might even get to see some of the wildlife that calls this area home, so keep an eye out for coyotes, deer, beavers and more. For the kiddos, make sure to ask about the pony rides, and you can find the perfect trail riding experience for any age or ability.
