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Indian Springs Equestrian Center
“Beautiful equine center that is home to numerous horses including: private boarders, adoptable horses, horses in rehab, and an equine assisted learning organization.”
Best Horseback Riding Lessons near Salinas, CA
3 of these schools are based in Salinas; the others serve Salinas from towns including Watsonville (18 mi), Gilroy (22 mi) and Hollister (18 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 18 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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The Riding Academy
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Hope Horses & Kids
“Love it, Jeisen is doing amazing and loves the interaction with the beautiful horses.”
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Monterey Bay Horsemanship & Therapeutic Center
“Really awesome place to ride horses, hangout and have fun!!!”
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Trail and Saddle Club
“Beautiful convenient”
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Seven Oaks Farm
- Dressage
- Skills
- Barn
“It is clear they prioritize understanding each riders' needs and goals, then provide a challenging yet achievable path to develop a rider's abilities for the long term.”
The 24 schools listed for Salinas, 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: Salinas, CA
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 203 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 18 are open on Saturdays and 14 on Sundays. Domain records put 15 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. We have a website on file for 22 of the schools on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 16 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 24 schools here, 22 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.
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Gaited Pleasure Horse Ranch
“Terry is a good guy and gets really nice horses in and out often.”
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Silvermist Stables
“Great barn,no pressure, judgment.”
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Lakeside Stables
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SL Barrel Horses
- Skills
- Kids
- Patient
“Sarah is a wonderful patient trainer who showed so much compassion for my daughter who was going through some pretty tough confidence issues with her horse at the time.”
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Jeanette Arnaout Training
- Pony
- Question
- Knowledge
“She was upfront about any issues I might come across with the horse, although truth be told there weren't many, and has made herself available to answer any questions I've had regarding him.”
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De Frates Horsemanship
“For people, she'll honestly tell you what's realistic and makes you excited for the future with your horse.”
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Pacific View Sport Horses
- Mare
- Lessons
- Felt
“This was our 3rd riding school and the minute my daughter set foot on the property and felt embraced by Rosy and her team, she wouldn't consider riding elsewhere.”
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Jec A. Ballou Equine Performance
“Her books and courses should be required reading for every professional in the industry, and every owner/rider serious about improving their horse's fitness and training.”
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Valen Equestrian
“For a nice place, rest and relaxed”
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Magical Horsemanship
- Healing
“She has a special way with the natural world that makes it both accessible and healing, helping to connect visitors and clients with Earth's balancing energies for an amazing experience.”
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Free Spirit Stables
- Yoga
“I have been blessed to attend many of her 'yoga with horses' sessions and every single time I leave with my body and mind feeling rejuvenated and anew.”
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Flying Tail Farms
“She connects incredibly well with every horse she rides, and is one of those very rare riders that can adjust their riding style to exactly what the horse needs.”
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Golden Ridge Saddlebreds
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Ramona Koch Training & Retirement Stable
“Best trainer in State”
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SAR Ranch
“Comfortable atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, great with kids!”
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Whisper Equestrian Center
“Kind and caring animal loving people with a pleasant, quiet and multifaceted environment”
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Gilroy Gaits
“The best stable in Gilroy.”
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Trinity Rivers Equestrian at Monte Vista Christian School
“I can not begin to describe just how much of a blessing this is especially for someone looking to work their way up to a top-level rider you really wont find horses as bombproof, accommodating, and talented as these for even 2-3 times the lesson cost...”
Horseback Riding Services in Salinas, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$241
Maximum cost
$1145
National Average
$344
Avg Per Hour Rates
$103
$302
$543
Typical price range is based on 274 cost profiles
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