Colorado is known for horse country, and Colorado Trails Ranch makes the most of it. The ranch has more than 80 horses, and the staff matches each guest with a horse according to skill level, size and personality. Guests can choose between two-hour scenic rides along mountain creeks, half-day rides, open meadow adventures or cattle drives. Children are encouraged to join in and try horseback riding too, regardless of skill level. Upon arrival, guests enjoy a sit-down dinner of prime rib, followed by a week of ranch activities. In addition to horseback riding, these include fishing, hiking, evening hayrides and campfires.
Colorado Trails Ranch
12161 County Road 240
Durango, CO 81301
877-711-7843
coloradotrails.com
Lady Hawk Farm in Florida is a private farm that families and friends can rent out for exclusive vacations. It is located in the woods, with a swimming pool and hot tub for relaxing. The farm has a trained instructor for beginners or riders who worry they're a little rusty. Staff members carefully match riders to horses for a safe, enjoyable experience. They can also recommend trails through the forest that suit each group's abilities and style.
Lady Hawk Farm
10542 South Forestline Ave.
Inverness, FL 34452
727-580-1083
ladyhawkfarm.com
People who want to visit a foreign country for their horse farm holiday may enjoy horseback riding in scenic Ireland. Sligo's Horse Holiday Farm features rides along the ocean as well as hillside trails. It is only for intermediate to advanced riders over age 12 who are comfortable spurring their horses to gallop. Guests also groom, feed and tack up their horses. Experienced riders can gallop along the beach.
Horse Holiday Farm
Grange County, Sligo
Ireland
011-353-71-9166152
horse-holiday-farm.com
