Best Horseback Riding Lessons in Santa Rosa, CA

Handpicked from 120 vetted & reviewed Horse Riding schools in the Santa Rosa area, explore the top 5 leading options among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Cloverleaf Ranch

Cloverleaf Ranch

(20)
  • Trail
  • Kids
  • Safety
“This year will be my fourth time going there and I can't wait because almost all year I can't stop thinking about going there again to see the horses, counselors and my friends.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2002
3892 Old Redwood Hwy, Santa Rosa, CA
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McDonald Ranch

McDonald Ranch

(9)
  • Archery
  • Animals
  • Children
“When school is in session, they have shuttles that will pick the kids up at their school and deliver them back to your home or business (in my case) after camp in the afternoon.”
In Business Since 2005
3295 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA
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Green Vista Stables

Green Vista Stables

(6)
  • Turnout
“This is the best of the best in Sonoma county and I was blessed to keep two horses here for several years before one went on to greener pastures and the other made a cross-country move with me for work.”
In Business Since 2006
497 Laguna Vista Rd, Santa Rosa, CA
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Pegasus Riding School

Pegasus Riding School

(11)
  • Intuition
  • Lessons
  • Teach
“For international visitors try reaching Judy via email on her FB page or Whats App calling her on the number listed on the website if you do not have a US number.”
In Business Since 2007
603 Hunter Ln, Santa Rosa, CA
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Monarch Stables

Monarch Stables

(9)
  • Barn
“After being away from riding and the show world for over 15 years Monarch Stable - Brigitte and Cheyenne - gave me the confidence to get back in the saddle.”
In Business Since 2005
433 Sanford Rd, Santa Rosa, CA
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Best of 2024

Qualification Criteria for best of Winners

Minimum Overall Score
96 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
97.9 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Triple Creek Horse Outfit

Triple Creek Horse Outfit

(25)
  • Trails
  • Wine
  • Scenery
“The most positive part of her experience was the time Dominic took to teach and prepare her for her ride so horse and rider remained safe, but then, for the next hour and a half, he continued to make sure she was having fun, grew in confidence and ri...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2003
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Larsen's Feed & Pet Supply Center

Larsen's Feed & Pet Supply Center

(47)
  • Supplies
  • Horse
  • Cow
“They have most of what you need feed prices reasonable.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1978
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Horse N Around Trail Rides

Horse N Around Trail Rides

(44)
  • Dunes
  • Guide
  • Pictures
“I am around horses often but have very basic riding experience (I know I sit like a bag of potatoes and neither guide made me feel bad about it) they offered help when needed and didn't pressure me to talk.”
Coupons & Offers
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2009
Family Business
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Rollin F Ranch

Rollin F Ranch

(31)
  • Beautiful
  • Vineyard
  • Apple
“We wore masks entering the property, were 6 ft apart the entire time, and were able to take off our masks once we were safely distanced during our ride.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2024
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Strides Riding Academy

Strides Riding Academy

(16)
  • The Ranch
  • Lessons
  • Confidence
“Maggie (the owner) and her staff are providing a wonderful, safe professional environment for our 7 - year old daughter to learn how to ride as well as gain horsemanship skills.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts Check, No credit cards
In Business Since 2010
100 Lynch Rd, Petaluma, CA
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Jaz Creek

Jaz Creek

(6)
  • Dressage
  • Happy
“The stalls are bright and kept so clean, the grounds are horse friendly, the paddocks are available in several sizes to accommodate your horse's needs from full overnight turnout to rest and recovery sun bathing, and the feed program top of the line.”
In Business Since 1998
3392 Roblar Rd, Petaluma, CA
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Apple Creek Training & Lessons

Apple Creek Training & Lessons

(9)
  • Skill
“Her patient instruction, experience, and skill have given us both an instructor we trust and have fun with .”
In Business Since 2014
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Alex Greer Dressage

Alex Greer Dressage

(7)
“Alex brings an exceptional level of consistency, patience, and adherence to high standards that build a solid foundation, and confidence in both horse & rider”
Licensed
In Business Since 2020
1200 E Railroad Ave, Cotati, CA
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Chalk Hill Ranch

Chalk Hill Ranch

(5)
  • Barn
“Excellent location, clean, beautiful scenery.”
In Business Since 2009
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Opus Sporthorses

Opus Sporthorses

(2)
“Great facilities and owners are super chipper!”
In Business Since 2018
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Arturo Saldana Training

Arturo Saldana Training

(2)
“World class trainer”
In Business Since 2007
6115 Orchard Station Rd, Petaluma, CA
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Sonoma Coastal Equestraining

Sonoma Coastal Equestraining

(2)
“Wonderful people, beautiful property, gorgeous horses!”
In Business Since 2012
3641 Middle 2 Rock Rd, Petaluma, CA
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Adamo Eventing

Adamo Eventing

“We are a full service boarding and training barn located in beautiful Sonoma County California. We offer exceptional horse care and highly individualized lessons and training for all levels of eventing, dressage and jumping. David Adamo on Noah”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2022
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Arata Ranch Equestrian

Arata Ranch Equestrian

(5)
  • Lessons
“A great place with individual lessons custom to the needs of the riders ability.”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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L Bar D Ranch

L Bar D Ranch

“Welcome to L Bar D Ranch. Owned and operated by Larry and Debbie Strain Our ranch was established in 1985. We breed, raise and promote American Quarter Horses. We are dedicated to performance horses...”
In Business Since 1999
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Joey Pedroni Stables

Joey Pedroni Stables

49 Jewett Rd, Petaluma, CA
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Sonoma Horse Park

Sonoma Horse Park

(34)
  • Horse Show
“Impressive facility, with a beautiful Petaluma river backdrop, Sonoma mountain on the other side, well kept, clean and set up with several different horse trainers, barns and arenas (both outside and covered).”
In Business Since 2008
7600 Lakeville Hwy, Petaluma, CA
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Wendee and Friends

Wendee and Friends

(8)
“From my very first session with Wendee she taught me that there is an entirely different yet effective way to work with horses as well as other animals.”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Santa Rosa Area
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Dreamtime Sport Horses

Dreamtime Sport Horses

(4)
“I am a pretty accomplished horse person, but Bethany taught me so much and took her time to go over the basics with us to make sure he was started correctly.”
In Business Since 2001
1002 Chileno Valley Rd, Petaluma, CA
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Horseback Riding Services in Santa Rosa, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$242
Maximum cost
$1149
National Average
$345
Avg Per Hour Rates
$103
$303
$545
Typical price range is based on 361 cost profiles
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Average Cost $345
Minimum cost $242
Maximum cost $1149
Avg Per Hour Rates $103

Typical range $303 to $545 is based on 361 cost profiles.

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