About Los Angeles Horseback Riding and Riding near Santa Monica

We always ride in small groups, six to eight people max so that your experience with us will be a more enjoyable one! Exception: if your particular party is larger than eight – we can accommodate up to 12 riders at a time. Private Rides in Topanga, Santa Monica, and Malibu are great for Anniversaries, Birthday parties, and more! Our happy, healthy, and beautiful horses are much loved, and well groomed. When you visit us, you will see what we mean!

Please review our reservation and policies page prior to your visit to our ranch! Pick a time that’s right for you. Our operating hours are roughly from 8 O’clock in the morning until dusk.  We ride seven days a week and are open on most Holidays. Children must be at least 9-years or older to ride on the trails. We have horses for all levels of experience!

Ride at our ranch, then after the ride, eat out at one of these neighboring restaurants!

We’re an easy drive from Santa Monica, Malibu, San Fernando Valley, and Calabasas! Close to both PCH and the 101 fwy on the other side.  We ride 7 days a week and most holidays.

The trails are a part of the Santa Monica Mountains Backbone Trail. Absolutely gorgeous views in every direction. An old “Pony Express Depot” was part of what today is our trail route. On a clear day, you’ve got mountain and ocean views. The sundown and moonlight rides are breathtaking and we have a thriving population of hawks, deer, coyotes, as well as rare Mexican Xoloitzcuintli.

We ride weather and trail conditions permitting. All rides are western tack (not English). Children 9 and older are welcome, riders 19 years of age and younger must wear helmets. We have helmets free of charge.

All guests 18 years of age and older must show a Driver’s License or valid ID.

Click here for directions. *Note the directions and place them in your car early!

• • What to wear and bring with you: Long pants, tennis shoes are mandatory. High heels and open-toe/heel shoes (sandals, flipflops, clogs, etc.) are not acceptable and we can not let a guest ride in inappropriate footwear.

• • While Riding a horse: No bags, (including purses), no backpacks, unsecured sweaters and sweatshirts.  We allow hats and sunglasses and heavy jewelry as long as they are secured to the body. We will try to accommodate water bottles if they fit in the guide’s saddlebag.

• • Cell phones and Cameras are allowed on the trails, ONLY if your trail guide assists you. Your trail guide will be happy to take a picture of you and your companion (s) while you are mounted on your horse, while at a full stop at scenic spot, so you can go home with a nice memory!

• • Mandatory: Driver’s license or State ID (Passport is OK for out of country guests).

• • WE HAVE THE RIGHT TO PROTECT OUR PRIVACY AND PROHIBIT PICTURES OF OUR PROPERTY TO BE TAKEN OR PUBLISHED WITHOUT WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE OWNERS OR MANAGERS. WE ARE VERY STRICT ABOUT THIS POLICY. WE APPRECIATE YOUR COOPERATION WITH THIS MATTER.

• • OK to bring water or nonalcoholic drinks as long as the bottles fit in the trail guide’s riding carry bag.

• • NO ONE ALLOWED TO RIDE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL!!! You could lose your spot on your ride and be required to pay and reschedule if you are under the influence of drugs (medication or not) or alcohol.

• Please call our reservations line (818) 225-7433 only – so be sure to call and book ahead of time! Same day reservations are possible sometimes, however it always helps to have notice, so we suggest that you book about three or so days in advance.

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• In summer we only book mornings and late afternoon/evenings, so the weekend schedule gets really full.

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• We are not responsible for traffic conditions and advise everyone with a scheduled ride to check for local road conditions! Los Angeles is notorious for absolutely insane traffic.

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• Please be sure anyone riding with you is aware of our policies including dress code, etc..

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• WHEN YOU ARRIVE TO OUR PROPERTY It would be greatly appreciated if noise is kept to a minimum… We love our neighbors and it is an extremely quiet mountain top where echo carries voices far. Children should be supervised at all times and not be allowed to run anywhere on the property or parking areas..

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• WE HAVE NO REFUND POLICY Take into consideration that no matter what the reason for a cancellation, or reschedule, Los Angeles Horseback Riding has NO REFUND POLICY. The person(s) booking a reservation has to agree and feel comfortable with this policy and has the responsibility to inform the other riders of these terms and conditions. After you book a reservation, you will receive an email confirmation requesting an acknowledgement with the terms and conditions. YOU MAY RESCHEDULE A RIDE FOR A FEE DETERMINED BY THE RANCH. SOME RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. We also reserve the right to reschedule a ride on short notice.

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• LOST ITEMS We bare no responsibility for lost items while at the ranch or at the trails.