What an amazing experience! The two gals that worked as guides were so good at their job. They made…read morethe experience even better with their knowledge and dedication. Not only did they make the trail ride amazing, you could tell they were super hard workers and took great care of the animals. The trail itself and view were gorgeous! The entire experience felt rustic and real. Great job!!! My daughter and I would love to ride again when we are in the area. If you like riding horses, you should treat yourself to this experience

Amazing experience. I took some family out for a horseback ride and it was so worth it. Everyone…read moreworking there was so polite and kind. Super helpful with us first timers. The horses were well taken care of and just such sweethearts with great personalities. The view on the one hour like ride was spectacular. The price is very reasonable. I highly recommend this hike.

Very kind family. Beautiful horses. Well organized. Bring carrots to feed the horses.read more

Had an absolute blast riding there. Wish I could go back more. The ride to the dunes was so much…read morefuns and the beach pictures were stunning.

Love having my horses out at Varian Equestrian Center! You truly can choose what you need and they…read morehave it on site! I have a mare recovering from surgery and they have a spacious outdoor stall for her while she recovers and if she needs to move indoors they have that option as well! My younger mare is living her best life in a pasture with other mares enjoying friends and freedom. The arena and facilities are well maintained and if you ever need help with your horses they have multiple training options on site for both horse and human. I have been lucky enough to have my younger mare do ground training with Mike in 2024 and learn everything she needed to be successful when she was started under saddle. Mike is also her favorite human, he is kind, fair, and incredibly knowledgeable! When it came time for her to start under saddle I knew Jaime would continue that work and he has giving my young one a solid foundation to grow from! She is confident on the trails (which they have onsite!!) and in the arena and is sensitive but not reactive, more than I could have ever dreamed about in a green broke horse. I fell in love with the facility and people while my younger mare was there for training and moved both of mine out full time. Kristy and the barn staff are so friendly and attentive to the horses, I can truly rest easy knowing they are both in good hands. So happy to have VEC as my new home barn!

This is heaven on earth for equestrian enthusiasts! Gorgeous grounds, professional incredible staff…read moreand happy horses. Home to legendary horses. Visit Varian Equestrian Center... your horses will thank you! I'd give 100 stars if I could!

Amazing place!! We have taken our horses here to board for short trips (2-5 days) several times we…read moreare never disappointed with lovely accommodations, wonderful staff, and owners who treat precious babies so well!

I first met Barbi in Huntington Beach more years ago then I want to admit. She was my hero. The…read moreonly one at that time that teaching you to ride and connect with their horses. You can imagine my surprise when I found her again when I moved to SLO so many years later. I boarded my horses at their place and knew it would be clean and the horses well feed. Also close to trails leading down to Montano de Oro I think the greatest thrill was taking my grandniece for a lesson with Barbi. She didn't disappoint. Her ability to communicate and influence your horses gait attitude and suppleness was fine tuned. My grandniece and I were blessed. Thank you Barbi for being a true professional and notexcepting anything but there best from any rider. Her accomplishments in the Dressage World are legendary.

I traveled to Pismo Beach with 4 girlfriends to ride our horses on this famous beach and needed a…read moreplace to overnight board. Ocean Breeze was very accommodating and the price was quite reasonable. The facility is cute and rustic, but very clean and the horses were very well taken care of. Heather and her friends gave my group a guided tour of the beach on our first outing there. Everyone at the stable was marvelously helpful and friendly! I would highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for a short-term stay. Our group had so much fun riding in this area that we will definitely be planning another trip in the near future!

When it comes to boarding, Heather treats every horse like her own. As a trainer and instructor…read moreHeather is patient, kind and incredibly knowledgeable. My daughter and her horse grew leaps and bounds with her guidance. If you are looking for summer camps, lessons or to board I highly recommend!

Monica has dedicated her life to helping the mustangs. This is her true passion and dream. What…read moreI've witnessed with her and Juno, is a beautiful relationship built on trust and respect. I'm confident that she can teach others how to create this bond as well.

From the owner: We are a horsemanship school located in Arroyo Grande California…read more *Please note: We do NOT offer tourist trail rides on the beach.* Working with the American Mustangs gives the students with a unique way to learn leadership and responsibility. United Mustangs of America also provides qualified students the ability to practice what is learned in lessons during the week, by participating in "Horse Lab". This is also a great way to start if your goal is to own a horse someday.

I had a abundance of carrots and pears so instead of throwing them away I reached out to Michon in…read moreemail. I met Michon and Mike today and one of the volunteers when I dropped off the food. They are so nice and I plan on bringing my daughter to try out horse riding. Michon stated that her volunteers and donations are so important. Great people doing great work

We took our daughter and her two friends to The Horse Experience as a birthday gift. Michon,…read moreMichelle, and Janet were incredibly patient and fun with the kids. Bruce and Sebastian (the horses) were gentle with the kids and happily accepted treats after the rides. We were given ample time to enjoy ourselves and never felt rushed.

Such an amazing experience with Central Coast Trailrides!…read more We just got back from our ride and absolutely loved it! I rode Dolly, who was such a sweet, smart lady. I felt safe and relaxed with her, and the experience really helped me regain my confidence on a horse. My husband is a much more experienced rider, but he'd been off a horse for about six months and was starting to get a little grumpy without his horse time -- so he definitely needed this ride! It was wonderful that we could both enjoy the experience despite having different levels of riding experience. Summer was a fantastic guide--knowledgeable, relaxed, and genuinely so sweet. She made the whole experience feel comfortable and fun. You can tell there is a lot of love and care behind what they have created at Central Coast Trailrides, from the horses to the people and the overall experience. We had such a great time and are so happy we found them. Thank you guys for a beautiful ride and some wonderful memories. We will absolutely be back! Till next time! -- Ciara Sharrock

As a horse owner myself, I was a little skeptical going into a two-hour trail ride while I was…read morevisiting, but it ended up being such an enjoyable experience. It was nice to simply relax, turn off my brain, and enjoy the ride without worrying about anything else. My horse had a fun, spunky personality that reminded me so much of my own gelding back home, which made the experience even more special. The trail took us through beautiful rolling hills, vineyards, and areas full of wildlife, making for some incredible scenery. Our guide, Brian, was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly cared deeply about the horses and their well-being. The ranch also provided thoughtful extras like cold water, sunscreen, and bug spray, which were very appreciated on a warm day. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, scenic trail ride with well-cared-for horses.

Seth took my friend and I on a Pismo Preserve hike. He led us at a pace we could keep up with and…read morewas educating us throughout. He was very conscientious of ticks and bugs we encountered. We loved the hike and would definitely recommend it to anyone who's leery of going out on your own.

From the owner: I specialize in leading customized tours, including hiking, Backpacking, Mountain biking, Beer…read moreTours, Beach excursions and Antique or thrift store shopping. I can set up other tours as well; such as wineries, horseback riding, renting electric bikes or scooters, whale watching, bowling, pool or darts, and almost anything else you can think of. My goal is to get you outside, enjoy every minute we have and tell you all about the area.

My daughter took private lessons from Roseshell for a few months. Roseshell and Natalia were very…read morepatient and informative with her. She was able to go at her own pace without any pressure. I would highly recommend Roseshell's Roundup. It was a positive experience for both myself and my daughter.

From the owner: Roseshell's Roundup: Foundational Horsemanship Schooling Program is a great place for new to horses…read moreor beginners of all ages and abilities, to realize their passion and develop skills that can last a lifetime. Our curriculum is designed with future horse owners in mind and covers horse care, groundwork, ranch management and riding in both Western and English disciplines. We accept novice to advanced students and specialize in adaptable lessons for those with unique needs. We serve all horse and animal lover or those looking to explore working with horses to see if this is an area of interest. Our aim is to teach the future generation of horse owners, hobbyist and competitors what it takes to love and look after these amazing animals and have the foundational education to keep their horses happy and healthy.