Scenic Trail Rides are offered year-round. One or more trail guides lead each ride. Riding experiences range from gentle pastures, to wide sloping trails, crossing small or medium sized streams, and even some trails that are narrow, windy, wooded and steep. Summer rides are cool (90% in the shade)!
Full care includes private stalls with feed twice a day, bedding, and daily turnout and health checks. We can also tailor a custom boarding plan that meets your desire and your horse's needs. Your Birthday Party, Family Event, Business Offsite and other occasions become even more special at Royal Horseshoe Farm!
Full care includes private stalls with feed twice a day, bedding, and daily turnout and health checks. We can also tailor a custom boarding plan that meets your desire and your horse's needs. Your Birthday Party, Family Event, Business Offsite and other occasions become even more special at Royal Horseshoe Farm!
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Learn how to ride and take care of horses! Every camp day is full of fun, games, and of course, horses! Campers also have a daily chance to make a splash in the indoor pool, play ping-pong, foosball, and billiards - all in a family friendly environment. Listen to ground lecture and watch a demonstration on subjects such as grooming for show or horse health (Farrier/vet/etc).
Your Birthday Party, Family Event, Business Offsite and other occasions become even more special at Royal Horseshoe Farm! Our horse riding facilities offer a wonderful array of options for celebratory occasions such as birthdays, special guests, and holidays. Swim year-round in our heated indoor pool (there is a fuel surcharge during heating months (September- May)).
Royal Horseshoe Farm has a 270 year history, including the oldest house in Warren County, visits by George Washington (the first in 1748,a t age 16 while surveying for Lord Fairfax),o wnership by John Marshall (Chief Justice ofthe U.S. Supreme Court 1801-1835) and actionduring the Civil War. You can ride past acannon emplacement that guarded Morgan'sFord on the Shenandoah River.
Reviews (26)
Crystal Wilkins
Jul 17, 2021
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This place was amazing, this was my first time riding, the experience was great the staff was excellent. I really enjoyed myself I would recommend this place to everyone, They had a nice trail you had inclines and declines they even allowed us to trollop, scenery was amazing price was very reasonable. But a hour went by so fast.My trail instructor was amazing hi Marcus..
James Puffinburger
Jul 17, 2021
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Shiela B. Strothers
Jul 13, 2021
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We had a blast yesterday celebrating my son's first bday party. This venue is one of a kind. You can do horseback riding, swimming and many more table games and also basketball. Mr Charles the owner is there to assist together with his staff. He is very kind. Overall Royal horseshoe farm is a great venue for any type of occasion.
Saad Shah
Jun 30, 2021
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Vielda Robinson
Mar 30, 2021
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This was so much fun. I took my 2 teenage daughters and they loved it. We were informed on how to turn our horses, how to dodge trees, how to stop a horse if it tore off running, how to stop them, how to back up, how to go up hill and down hill. Not to let them eat while on the trail. Because of this great experience my 16 year old is seeking lessons and a summer job working with horses. We will definitely be back with a larger group. Thanks Heather and Rose.
Coraline
Mar 15, 2021
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Fantastic fun! The drive to this trail ride alone was so enjoyable. The stables were clean and organized and ready to receive us. They matched us with our horses according to our riding experience. They advised the inexperienced riders of the basics to help them stay on and enjoy their ride. Our trail ride instructor was a sweet young lady. Very experienced rider and clearly with a love of horses. She was great with instructions and leading the ride. The views were beautiful and a very fun trail to ride. Highly recommend to anyone considering this as a fun option!!
Sbkl S.
Mar 13, 2021
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We had a birthday party here for a group of 6 year olds. After a very abrupt greeting and then yelling (screaming) at my son three times about holding his reigns incorrectly, the natural beauty of the trail rides was actually nice. The area for swimming and eating though, is filthy. There is trash strewn everywhere upstairs and furniture crammed down below. The staff and family members will also also randomly come into the indoor facility and spend time upstairs during the party itself.
Sharon R.
Jan 14, 2021
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We loved getting our kids pony rides at Royal Horseshoe Farm! The owner was so gracious and gave the kids extra time on the pony, showed them other animals on the farm, and was so kind to the children. We highly recommend a visit, especially if you're looking for a good outdoor activity during COVID.
Helen Z.
Oct 24, 2020
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We booked a 1 hour trail ride and had an absolutely wonderful time! The staff are extremely friendly and helped 3 adults who had zero riding experience feel comfortable. The horses are gentle and the view is beautiful. We rode through a stream, woods, and meadow. It's definitely worth your time and money. I would recommend going during autumn to enjoy the fall foliage.
Chelsea Adams-Perez
Aug 04, 2020
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I booked a guided trail ride this past New Year's Eve. I was thrilled that they were still offering tours on a holiday. It had been years since I'd ridden a horse but the staff was very patient and gave a quick tutorial. They are very safety oriented and make sure that all riders are comfortable and practicing safety protocols. Our guide was friendly, professional, and informative and she took us through a gorgeous trail. I got to ride Sadie, who was a gentle giant. Overall, this was a great value and the next time I'm in the area, I will book again! I would highly recommend Royal Horseshoe Farm
Nikki Santillo
Jun 30, 2020
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Horses were very calm and sweet. My 9 year old and I went. She rode bid light and I had Oakley. Bud light is probably one of the most chill lakes backed horse I've hever meet and Oakley I reminds me of a Cadillac, a big ride but very smooth and sweet to boot. He was a ver BIG guy tho. All in all it was a wonderful time.
Kate A.
Aug 05, 2019
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This place is great! We arrived a little late and weren't exactly sure where to go, but we still got our full 90 minute ride. AND we were the only ones who had registered, so we got a private tour (I was afraid they might cancel rides without enough people, but they do not!). Anna was friendly and knowledgeable. Our horses, Bud Light and Russo, may have been a little tired since we were the last ride of the day, but they were well-behaved. We had so much fun, and it was the perfect way to start out our long weekend vacation. Five stars for sure!
Mike O.
Apr 23, 2019
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My wife and kids (daughter 8, son 13) wanted to try horsebit riding. We arrived early and the owner allowed the kids to help brush and saddle the horses (this was a great treat for them). The owner and staff couldn't have been nicer. The ride was awesome. The trail was beautiful. I highly recommend Royal Horseshoe Farms. We will definitely visit again.
Alyssa S.
Oct 11, 2018
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I had a really nice trail ride yesterday. I am annoyed at myself because I forget our trail guides name, I think it was Claire. She was definitely the best part of the experience, not to knock Sadie, the horse I rode. The trail guide had a wealth of information about the horses here, and horses in general. It was really interesting and I feel like I learned so much. She also explained exactly why the balls of your feet should be in the stirrups(I might be using the wrong word) and that your posture should be relaxed, to hold the reign like cups of coffee, with a close grasp so the horse kind of
Dirk R.
Sep 22, 2018
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Asad M.
Mar 30, 2018
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We loved our trip to Royal Horseshoe Farm. We had large party of 7 people and all of us were beginners and had never done this before. The trail guides were so friendly and showed us around the stables and paired us with their wonderful selection of horses. My horse, Rosy, was obviously my favorite but all of the other horses were also just so adorable and friendly! Once we were saddled up with instructions on how to steer the horses, we set off on a lovely trail ride which was scenic and peaceful. We passed through streams, climbed sloped hills and rode along some beautiful landscape. Riding on
Kay T.
Sep 22, 2017
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Amanda L.
Sep 15, 2017
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I hadn't been on a horse in 20yrs and my husband had never ridden one. Needless to say, with our excitement came a bit of nervousness. We arrived to the farm 30 minutes before our scheduled ride, stretched our legs after a long car ride and looked over the horses wondering which ones were ours. We walked down to the red barn and we're pleasantly greeted. After signing our waiver, we were fitted for helmets and taken to our horses.
Our trail guide, Kerry, was awesome. She helped us learn the basics of horse handling in the corral before we headed out to the trails. Throughout our ride
Our trail guide, Kerry, was awesome. She helped us learn the basics of horse handling in the corral before we headed out to the trails. Throughout our ride
Aida M.
Sep 05, 2017
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John H.
Dec 27, 2016
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Great experience for all, We took our 13 year old granddaughter and her friend. Trail ride was great, terrain varies and is through a beautiful wooded hillside, meadows and stream crossings. no boredom on this ride. Carrie was a great trail ride leader and the farm is located in beautiful rural setting that makes the experience fun from arrival to departure. I have done trail rides in several other places nearby and this is the best total experience by far.
Marcia G.
Jul 09, 2016
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First time getting my four year old on a pony. He wanted to do it but was scared. The folks working were very understanding and when they mention sometimes you just have to put them on (which we were going to do anyway) it took my guilt away. Thank you! After a few minutes he was loving it and laughing.
Gina C.
Jun 02, 2016
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What an amazing first-time equestrian experience!!
A couple friends and I were vacationing in the Shenandoah Valley and were looking to go horseback riding for the first time. We wanted to have an authentic and fun experience, which is exactly what we got.
Rita did an amazing job of teaching us about the farm, letting us get accommodated with our horses, and leading us during our 1 hour guided trail ride. She made sure to take her time with everything, making our experience a lot smoother than it would've been if we had been rushed in and out.
The prices are amazing compared to other horseback
A couple friends and I were vacationing in the Shenandoah Valley and were looking to go horseback riding for the first time. We wanted to have an authentic and fun experience, which is exactly what we got.
Rita did an amazing job of teaching us about the farm, letting us get accommodated with our horses, and leading us during our 1 hour guided trail ride. She made sure to take her time with everything, making our experience a lot smoother than it would've been if we had been rushed in and out.
The prices are amazing compared to other horseback
Marty S.
Aug 19, 2014
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My wife, daughter, and I thoroughly enjoyed our hour and half ride across a shallow creek, up and down the hilly shaded forest path, and through a hilltop meadow. Our horses usually let us steer and control their speed, and when they didn't I think it's because they were way smarter than us and knew what to do.
As wonderful as our horses were, the absolute best part of RHF were the people - great customer service setting up the appointment, very helpful and nice getting us ready, and our guide was so patient with us and our daughter on the trail. I got the sense this was not just a
As wonderful as our horses were, the absolute best part of RHF were the people - great customer service setting up the appointment, very helpful and nice getting us ready, and our guide was so patient with us and our daughter on the trail. I got the sense this was not just a
Ronni E.
Aug 01, 2014
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Took a group of 8 adults and kids for a 1-hour trail ride.
Really nice, clean stables and nice horses. I was very impressed that we got a lot of variety on just a 1-hour trail ride. Because of the kids, they don't recommend anything longer than 1-hour and very reasonable at $35/hr
I was expecting a flat, boring trail, but we got lots of trotting through covered forest, up and down hills and then we got to put the horses away in the field.
They don't talk a lot during the trail ride, but thats pretty nice so you can really enjoy the moment.
I look forward to coming back without the
Really nice, clean stables and nice horses. I was very impressed that we got a lot of variety on just a 1-hour trail ride. Because of the kids, they don't recommend anything longer than 1-hour and very reasonable at $35/hr
I was expecting a flat, boring trail, but we got lots of trotting through covered forest, up and down hills and then we got to put the horses away in the field.
They don't talk a lot during the trail ride, but thats pretty nice so you can really enjoy the moment.
I look forward to coming back without the
Beth H.
Apr 26, 2014
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Chris W.
Feb 12, 2014
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