Best Horseback Riding Lessons near Newark, OH

These schools serve Newark from nearby bases in towns including Pataskala, Johnstown and Heath.

24 schools listed · 1 open 24/7 · 20 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Rising Star Ranch

Rising Star Ranch

(43)
  • Owner
  • Lessons
  • Barn
“I was offered a working position here at the ranch and I work very closely with Leslie to ensure that each horse gets the individualized care that is needed and work directly with our borders to also ensure their happiness.”
BBB Accredited
30+ Years Experience
Pataskala, OH · 13 mi from Newark
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Licking County Equestrian Center

Licking County Equestrian Center

(3)
“I love the self care aspect of it because we very much enjoy caring for our own yet have the benefit of help and support from the wonderful people we call our barn family.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2013
Heath, OH · 6 mi from Newark
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South Wind Stables

South Wind Stables

(7)
“The instructors are great with little ones and adults alike!”
In Business Since 2006
Pataskala, OH · 13 mi from Newark
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Fairy Tale Farm

Fairy Tale Farm

(20)
  • Instructor
  • Stalls
  • Lessons
“After our lesson, I watched her work with a rescue horse, and I was amazed at her kindness, and level of skill to work with an animal that had been neglected.”
In Business Since 2009
Johnstown, OH · 18 mi from Newark
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Magic Meadow Stable LLC

Magic Meadow Stable LLC

(5)
“Natalie is really sweet and helpful.”
In Business Since 2001
Heath, OH · 6 mi from Newark
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Timber Run Farm

Timber Run Farm

(5)
  • Trails
“There is Lobdale Creek to ride through or down, there are lovely woods with wildflowers in the spring, there are hills, gullies and meadows to ride through.”
In Business Since 2014
Alexandria, OH · 11 mi from Newark
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The 24 schools listed for Newark, OH teach riding. Which disciplines a barn runs, whether it has an indoor arena and which ages it accepts come from what the barn publishes itself; star ratings and rider quotes are taken from public listings.

Area overview: Newark, OH

The 24 schools on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 371 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 20 are open on Saturdays and 17 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 18 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.

Where are riding lesson times and rider levels published?

Out of the 24 schools here, 18 publish a site of their own. That page carries the lesson timetable, the rider levels and the age rules; whether a barn has an indoor arena is rarely in the listing itself, so read it before you call.

Blackhawk Stables

Blackhawk Stables

(7)
“Everyone helps each other and the Pletz family always goes the extra mile to assure the horses are fine and I have seen so many times where they help a healing horse or make sure the horses get what they need especially whenever us boarders can't alw...”
In Business Since 2012
Pataskala, OH · 13 mi from Newark
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K&J Equestrian

K&J Equestrian

(4)
“We love visiting the beautiful horses here.”
Granville, OH · 11 mi from Newark
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Appaloosa Run Farms

Appaloosa Run Farms

(1)
“Good place as far as I can tell.”
Granville, OH · 11 mi from Newark
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Clearwater Equestrian Center

Clearwater Equestrian Center

(1)
“Our instructor was great and made the whole experience comfortable and fun for me and my wife.”
Sunbury, OH · 16 mi from Newark
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TAG Farms

TAG Farms

(12)
  • Barn
  • Property
  • Safety
“We've been coming to this barn for a long time and always appreciate the friendly atmosphere and dedication to the well being of the horses that live here.”
In Business Since 2022
Westerville, OH · 26 mi from Newark
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Surefire Horsemanship

Surefire Horsemanship

(13)
  • Patient
  • Trained
  • Lessons
“I rode for years at another barn in the area and was never given the overview that Hannah provided to my son, explaining everything from a hoof pick to what the leg pressure means to the horse and how they react.”
Licensed
In Business Since 2020
Hilliard, OH · 24 mi from Newark
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Field of Dreams Equine Education Center

Field of Dreams Equine Education Center

(16)
  • Lessons
“Great lesson environment, non-competitive and very friendly people”
In Business Since 2010
Blacklick, OH · 21 mi from Newark
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Hunters Court Farm

Hunters Court Farm

(8)
  • Barn
  • Lessons
“HCF's tack, stalls, and everything feels kinda fancy coming from a horse barn.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2005
Johnstown, OH · 18 mi from Newark
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Rodeo Run Stables

Rodeo Run Stables

(11)
  • Arena
  • Barn
“Multiple opportunities to improve by taking riding lessons with multiple free lance trainers on site.”
Family Business
In Business Since 2015
Canal Winchester, OH · 29 mi from Newark
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True Course

True Course

(6)
“During that time, they have not only taught her all the skills she needed to move up the ranks all the way to the 3'6 Equitation, they have also brought her out of shell, taught her life lessons & gave her opportunities to work and learn.”
In Business Since 2019
Johnstown, OH · 18 mi from Newark
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White Oak Stable

White Oak Stable

(4)
“The owner is great and really takes great care of our horses.”
In Business Since 2018
Canal Winchester, OH · 29 mi from Newark
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DHS Farms

DHS Farms

Family Business
In Business Since 2016
Westerville, OH · 26 mi from Newark
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Jshorsemanship

Jshorsemanship

(3)
“I would appreciate it if you would put out a whole video about your horses, the best places to keep them, and even if it is okay to put them out in the open field all day, like when you're living in a tent (like I'm planning on doing).”
24 mi from Newark
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Wilson Hill Stables

Wilson Hill Stables

(1)
“Excellent people.”
Sunbury, OH · 16 mi from Newark
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Foxridge Farms Corporation

Foxridge Farms Corporation

(4)
“I have been riding at Foxridge Farms for less than 3 years now and I can honestly say that I have improved more as a rider in the past 3 years at Foxridge than 10+ years at any other barn.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1999
Galena, OH · 29 mi from Newark
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Lord's Performance Horses

Lord's Performance Horses

(4)
“Clean and we'll maintained stalls.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2014
Marengo, OH · 35 mi from Newark
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Amish Country Riding Stables

Amish Country Riding Stables

(16)
  • Scenery
  • Trail
“We had a 1:00 appointment and arrived at 12:55, to which we were not greeted due to only one person being in the office (can't fault them for this, staffing is rough everywhere) however, once we were greeted, we had to wait a few more minutes to get ...”
In Business Since 2012
Millersburg, OH · 45 mi from Newark
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Paradise Hills Horse Farm

Paradise Hills Horse Farm

Lockbourne, OH · 36 mi from Newark
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Horseback Riding Services in Newark, OH Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$206
Maximum cost
$975
National Average
$293
Avg Per Hour Rates
$88
$257
$462
Typical price range is based on 334 cost profiles
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Average Cost $293
Minimum cost $206
Maximum cost $975
Avg Per Hour Rates $88

Typical range $257 to $462 is based on 334 cost profiles.

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