"Winston Churchill knew what he was talking about when he said: 'No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.'"
Guided Trail Rides are available to guests and the general public year round at River’s Bend Ranch!
Trail Ride Availability:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (closed Tuesday)
Ride Times: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
Ride times change during the summer heat. Summer Ride Times: 9:30 am & 11:00 am
Maximum of 7 riders in a group.
Rate:
$78 per rider for trail rides
$30 per pony ride for younger children
Trail rides: $85 per rider (cash), or $85 plus a 4% convenience fee for credit card payments
Pony rides for younger children: $30 per ride
Complete the form below or call us today to schedule a ride – 540-652-1837
IF YOU ARE SCHEDULING A TRAIL RIDE WITHIN THE NEXT TWO WEEKS, PLEASE CALL US.
For reservations more than two weeks out, you may use this form. During our busy season, calling is the best way to secure a ride.
Important Trail Ride Policies:
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Experience: No prior riding experience needed.
Availability: Rides typically available with 24 hours’ notice.
Age & Height Requirement: Riders must be at least 7 years old and 48″ tall.
Younger Riders: Hand-led pony rides are available for smaller children. They usually last 10 – 30 minutes, depending on the child.
Arrival Time: We require that you arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your scheduled ride. Late arrivals may incur additional charges.
What to Wear: Closed-toed shoes are required. Jeans are recommended, non-slippery pants are ideal. No yoga pants.
Weight Limit: For the safety of our horses, we cannot accommodate riders over 230 lbs. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Allergy Notice: If you are allergic to dogs or cats, please note you may also be allergic to horses.
Pricing: Call us for current rates and booking information.
- Cancellation Policy: In the event of inclement weather, we will issue a full refund if the ride cannot be rescheduled. If you are the one to cancel, we need at least 12 hours notice.
How to Schedule a Trail Ride
To request a trail ride, please complete the online form below or call our office at 540-652-1837.
If you are scheduling a trail ride within the next two weeks, please call us. For reservations more than two weeks out, you may use this form. During our busy season, calling is the best way to secure a ride.
Reservations are not guaranteed until payment is received. After you submit your request, we will email you a confirmation and payment link within 24 hours. Please complete your payment within 12 hours of receiving that email to secure your spot.
If we are unable to accommodate your preferred date or time, we will offer an alternative or issue a full refund. Please make sure to read our Trail Ride Policies before arriving.
Please note that we have a 24-hour cancellation policy. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance and no-shows will be charged the full price of the ride.
Trail Ride Reservation Form (or call us at 540-652-1837).
If you are scheduling a trail ride within the next two weeks, please call us. For reservations more than two weeks out, you may use this form. During our busy season, calling is the best way to secure a ride.
We will respond to your request within 24 hours. If you don’t hear from us, please call us at 540-652-1837.
Questions?
Email us directly at: [email protected]
Note: Each rider needs to sign and turn in our liability release form before heading out on the trail ride:
What Our Guests Are Saying
“Booked a trail ride as part of my daughter’s birthday trip. Our guide explained everything and made the trip fun. The ranch is beautiful, and the ride along the river was stunning. We stopped for our guide to take pictures, and they turned out great. Don’t be afraid to do it, even if you’ve never ridden!”
— E. B-well
“We LOVED our experience with River’s Bend Ranch! We are a family of 4 (kids aged 9 & 12), and we tend to go on trail rides during our vacations, because our daughter is obsessed with horses. We can say, without hesitation, River’s Bend Ranch is hands down the BEST horse trail ride experience we have ever had! From Caroline’s warm welcome, to Ben’s calm demeanor, to the well-trained horses and gorgeous views… Our trail ride with River’s Bend Ranch was our family’s favorite experience we had while camping in the Shenandoah area. Thank you, River’s Bend Ranch!”
— Christine N.
“”My daughter and I went to the ranch for a day trip and trail ride. Francesca was our guide and was amazing! She went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable with everything and make sure we enjoyed the beautiful day. The horses were lovely and scenery amazing. We plan to go back again!”
— Stacy W.
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