Longview Stables
“There is a program for hunter/jumpers and equitation lessons but also there are western trail riders who can just go out the barn to the best trails around!!”
Best Horseback Riding Lessons near Novato, CA
3 of these schools are based in Novato; the others serve Novato from Petaluma (11 mi), Woodacre (7 mi) and Point Reyes Station (13 mi).
9 open weekends · 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Hooves For Harmony
Morning Star Vaulters
Sonoma Horse Park
“One of the best horse parks in California with such nice people working there.”
Point Reyes Arabian Adventures
“I have ridden all over the world, when I am home I love to ride with Susan.”
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Strides Riding Academy
“I highly recommend for anyone who is a beginner or seasoned rider looking to get back in the saddle :)”
The 11 schools listed for Novato, CA 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: Novato, CA
The 11 schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 278 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 10 are rated 4.5 or higher. 8 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. Domain records put 9 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 11 of the schools on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and 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 11 schools here, all 11 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.
Dickson Ranch
“Charli loves learning all things horses and Leah is so patient and that's taught Charli so much.”
Giant Steps
“Fantastic program that uses equine therapy to help so many people.”
Raydiance Eventing
Sonoma Coastal Equestraining
“Highly skilled instructors, happy horses, friendly and homey vibe.”
Sanbar Dressage
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Novato
- “The Longview team takes great care of their horses and riders benefit from a supportive learning environment.” — from a review of Longview Stables
- “Great lesson horses and instructors. Welcoming environment with knowledgeable staff and clean barn and tack.” — from a review of Strides Riding Academy
- “Top notch facility and show. Beautiful facilities filled with people that truly care for the horses and the people that travel with them.” — from a review of Sonoma Horse Park
- “I highly recommend this stable! The owner is a very nice lady and all horses are trained with love and care!” — from a review of Point Reyes Arabian Adventures
- “I started taking lessons after not riding for 25 years, and they were encouraging and supportive.” — from a review of Longview Stables
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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