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Easihorse Farm
- Party
- Emu
- Peacocks
“From grooming and riding ponies to feeding the hilarious emu, the goats and the pigs to snuggling with (patient and tolerant) bunnies, it was a total joy for everyone there.”
Best Horseback Riding Lessons near Wake Forest, NC
2 of these schools are based in Wake Forest; the others serve Wake Forest from towns including Raleigh (12 mi), Apex (26 mi) and Wendell (8 mi).
2 open 24/7 · 18 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Equis Run Farm
- Environment
“It gives me peace of mind to know that the staff here doesn't allow strangers to wander onto the property, and I've always found everyone here to be very friendly.”
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Ingleside Farm
- Safety
- Adult
- Kids
“Learning to ride as an adult was initially a bit daunting, but Heather and her staff are very knowledgeable and patient, and they are interested in bringing out the best of your abilities.”
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C & C Farm
- Creek
- Forest
- Sister
“C & C farms offers a great trail ride complete with winding trails, creek crossings, meadow views atop sweet horses and a great guide named Brittany along with a little four legged canine guide named Deisel.”
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Helping Horse Therapeutic Programs
- Community
- Organized
- Kids
“They are a great organization that strives to give their best to children who have various physical and emotional needs through connection with horses.”
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Paramount Show Stables
- Barn
- Children
- Environment
“Whatever you aspire to do with your riding, this is the perfect place in which to do it, whether you are a beginner rider of any age, or ready for the A Os.”
The 24 schools listed for Wake Forest, NC 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: Wake Forest, NC
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 534 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. 2 are open around the clock; 18 are open on Saturdays and 15 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (USHJA) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 17 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page and 18 list a public email. 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, 23 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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Seaborne Farm
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Southern Oak Equestrian Center
- Lessons
“I am so happy that we found this gem of place and we consider the whole Mattis clan and the other barn parents and children as part of our extended family.”
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Jaks Stables LLC
- Barn
- Respect
- Gift
“I am forever grateful for this place and for it teaching my daughter to buckle down and learn how to work hard, in a world full of people who have no idea what the meaning of work ethic is!”
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Jesse Chase Performance Horses
- Teach
- Training
“I've been in the horse world and in multiple disciplines for 30 years and Jesse embodies a balanced belief in training, fairness, honesty and a dose of humor that we need in the horse community.”
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Green Pastures and Still Waters Barn LLC
- Lessons
- Birthday
- Skills
“Bob's teaching is thorough, detail-oriented, and precise, educating his students on everything from tacking instruments/purposes/procedures to horse behaviors to riding terms/implementation.”
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Finally Farm
- Management
- Training
- Barn
“I stop in just to see some horses and the people I talk to were very nice as I told them my story about moving down from Michigan a year and a half ago and miss my horses and just need to see some and I thank them for being so nice”
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Shiloh Farms Equestrian Training
- Barn
“Tam and Rachael are excellent teachers and pair different horses with the kids to help them learn and develop different aspects of their equestrian skills.”
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Ellington Farm
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Oakwood Stables
“Horse lessons and boarding available in the tranquil setting of Oakwood Stables!”
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Mountain Refined Equestrian Center
- Ring
- Barn
“Absolute BEST facility to board your horse and ride- spot that covered ring.”
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Horses For Hope
- Instructor
- Therapeutic
- Lessons
“I love all the horses and my amazing instructor Merideth it's amazing how much I've improved in the last 6 months and I love that she's been able to get us into showing consistently.”
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Apex Equestrian Center
“Fantastic instructor and great horses!”
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Green Level Equestrian
“Private Property you need permission to come onto the property.”
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Grace Lee Farm
- Atmosphere
- Home
- Barn
“I love the community and how she learns about caring for her pony as well as riding.”
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Fox Valley Stables
“Amy is a very good, encouraging, and patient trainer.”
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Firstview Farm
“Very beautiful place”
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Five Hearts Therapeutic Horsemanship
“Dana is so knowledgeable about the horses and truly provided a calm and peaceful environment while encouraging us to connect with the horses and ourselves.”
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Rockview Farms
- Barn
- Lessons
“Great instructors, with a vast knowledge for riding and such a huge passion for horses.”
Horseback Riding Services in Wake Forest, NC Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$200
Maximum cost
$950
National Average
$285
Avg Per Hour Rates
$85
$250
$450
Typical price range is based on 286 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Wake Forest
- “Horseback riding is safe and enjoyable here. The owner (we worked with Cassie) was a pleasure to talk to - attentive and kind.” — from a review of Easihorse Farm
- “The staff is very welcoming and friendly. The horses have great temperaments and great to work with, it is something we look forward to doing and can’t wait to return.” — from a review of Jesse Chase Performance Horses
- “Very welcoming place and definitely recommend. It’s not a big place which is good because then it’s easier to bond and get to know your instructor and horses better.” — from a review of Fox Valley Stables
- “Horses for Hope gave our sons the opportunity to get outside and have fun while gaining confidence going outside of their comfort zone.” — from a review of Horses For Hope
- “Melissa is a fabulous trainer and horsewoman. My horses have always gotten top notch care at Paramount and my riding improved significantly.” — from a review of Paramount Show Stables
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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