This is a great place to see some of Maryland's racing history. Take a tour of the barns, see the…read moreold track and the new ones! See some of the horses that are there, and get a feel for how much this niche industry has been a a part of Maryland for a very long time. They have events throughout the year for the public, be sure to take the trip down there if you can - it's not far from the city. Everyone there is awesome and invested in making this place a world class horse farm!

This business is awesome. They have events for kids and adults to join in to. They are very…read morewelcoming. You will make great new friends. All the instructors are very kind. All the barn staff will help you with whatever you need.

This is a fantastic place to ride for kids and adults of any level. The staff/instructors are very…read moreknowledgeable and friendly! They have numerous programs for kids and even for adults who want to work with the barn staff and learn more about horses and their care. I give four stars only because the building itself needs updating, but the horses are beautifully cared for by people who have ridden and worked there for years. The land is lovely and riders can enjoy a terrific trail through the adjacent woods, as well. Lesson prices are commensurate with other local stables, and in my opinion, worth every penny! The atmosphere is laid back and friendly. If you've been intimidated by stable experiences, as I was in the past, this is the place for you! I've made new friends and really look forward to my visits to the Woodland!

My wife and I had an amazing experience at Piscataway Riding Stables. The ranch is easy to find…read morewith plenty of parking. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They will take the time to give you a tutorial and ensure your safety. Weekends are first come, first serve. They go out in groups, so by the time we signed up, paid, and got a quick tutorial, we didn't have a long wait to ride. I'd definitely recommend this to anyone who want to ride. They also offer volunteer opportunities.

I had an amazing experience. Took the family and her friends for her 16th birthday. She loved it…read more It's very economical $70 for one hour and we all loved it. Nick and the crew were amazing. I hope they keep up the great work. I will be back as soon as I can to experience more. Highly recommend.

Today was a beautiful day to visit this place. My husband found out they were opening up for their…read moreFall festival which included a petting zoo that included chickens, pigs/hogs, goats, Llamas, donkey, ponies, horses, rabbits, and turkies. The cost was not bad for the whole family, and kids under 2 are free. There were several various vendors, ice cream truck, taco food truck, and grilled food for sale. Parking was good and easy. My god-daughter enjoyed the pony ride. We definitely enjoyed the entire day here. My god-son fed and petted a few animals.

Took my kids horseback riding and it could have been a better experience. I'll start off by saying…read morethere's plenty of things to do at Hawks Hollow Farm. Plenty of beautiful horses, a petting area, a tree house & a park. We reserved time for the pony ride and petting zoo but it felt like we were rushed through our experience. The women who helped us immediately seemed frustrated because they overbooked 2 large parties along with our reservation, her vibe didn't feel welcoming because of their lack of organization. My kids did the pony ride literally 2 rounds (they wanted to keep going) then they had about 10 minutes in the petting zoo. That costs me around $60 & they do not take credit cards.

I have been horseback riding with Melinda Cohen at Dream Catcher Farm for 15 years. I would…read morerecommend it to anyone looking to learn to ride, as well as those who have ridden for years and want to continue. The farm is about 45 minutes from Chevy Chase/Bethesda, but the drive is very easy - just up 270. It's a quick 15 minutes from the Frederick area. Melinda welcomes students from beginner levels to very advanced. The facilities are top notch and the community is very friendly. Both the horses and the students are happy. There are acres of fields and miles of trails, as well as an indoor arena for rainy days or cooler temperatures. I couldn't ask for a better place to ride or a better place for my horses!!!

Came here for horseback riding lessons for our 6 and 4 year old. Absolutely magical experience for…read morethem. The trainer was great with kids and patient. The grounds are beautiful and there are lots of other animals to see and interact with: chickens, turkeys and two of the happiest resident dogs I've ever met. Thank you for an experience our kids won't soon forget.

Kat, Eden and everyone over at Urban Ridge Farm are the absolute best!! My daughter had her first…read more(and multiple thereafter) riding lesson with Urban Ridge Farm. She loved it. She learned a ton and looked like a pro pretty quickly. Excuse proud father - she's only 4. Simply cannot recommend this place enough. We'll be coming back for sure. Thanks!

From the owner: Urban Ridge Farm is a hunter jumper boarding facility. We offer full care boarding for your horse…read moreor pony with a large sand ring and 9 paddocks. Equestrians who ride at Urban Ridge compete in both local and rated horse shows throughout Maryland. We also have available horses for sale or an on farm lease.

I've been riding at Full Moon Farm for almost 3 years now. I used to ride horses when I was a child…read moreand decided I really wanted to get back on (I'm in my 30's now). This place was perfect! The trainers are all very knowledgeable, helpful, and just fun to learn from. Everyone (children and adults) at the barn are friendly and always willing to help when you need a hand or just don't know how to do something. I highly recommend Full Moon Farm!

Great farm. i've been riding and moved up many levels. the horses here are cool. the trainers are…read morevery thoughtful and think about the rider and the horses. they do have everything you would need if your a beginner

We enjoyed our horseback riding experience here and would come back. The location is sprawling, and…read moreit was easy to find and check in. The staff were friendly and we were shown how to properly mount, ride, steer, and dismount. The group we were with were a fun bunch, and the lead was knowledgeable, helpful, and skilled. We felt comfortable, safe, and at ease. Definitely recommended!

Our Girl Scouts' horseback riding activity with Gina and her team at Misty Manor was a 10/10…read moreexperience. The girls and us troopleaders were outfitted with helmets, the led into the barn to learn about the neccessary grooming and steps there are to take prior to a successful ride. We lined up and met our horses, learning simple commands, and how to properly mount then ride our horses. We were then guided by Gina and joined by two of her staff on a 50-min trail ride - all the horses and girls in a single file line through the forest, up and down hills and through muddy patches. The whole experience was about 90-min with the grooming and safely measures taking up the rest of the time. I thoroughly enjoyed as did my Girl Scouts. This was an amazing experience for them and so happy they earned their Horseback Riding badge with a fun adventure.

I've been taking lessons here with contract instructor Britton Marcoe for over a month. It's been…read moreincredible. I came to LBF feeling intimidated because, although I've grown up riding Western, I'd never ridden English nor tacked a horse, even though I worked at a horse farm during college. LBF insists you tack your horse, get him or her out of the paddock, etc. It's a real experience that teaches you to respect the animals, the sport and joy of riding. Britton is awesome to work with; she's kind and patient but doesn't let you off the hook. She expertly manages to keep your self esteem afloat while forcing you to improve. The farm is a surprise--it sits at the end of a nicer housing development and you'd never know it was there unless you were looking for it. Mark, the owner, is very cool and laid back, trusting of his riders and instructors. There is one arena, there is no indoor riding. It's not the fanciest of farms but that's just perfect for a novice like me who is already feeling a bit unsure. The last thing I need is a group of prisses casting sideways looks my way because I'm unschooled in picking hooves. I highly recommend this farm and Britton in particular. It's a great addition to your life. While it's a bit expensive, compared to other riding clubs and farms it's a steal.

This is a tough update to post. I like the staff of LBF, I think it was a great place for a…read morebeginner rider, but... the owner recently increased the prices considerably. After a bit of outrage by all he changed his original increase from doubling prices to a $50 a month increase. I still have nothing but respect for the staff there and think it is a great place to learn to ride. As my daughter is getting more skilled, we have moved to an indoor arenas where she can jump snow or sun.

The person who leads the trial ride is very friendly. The whole experience is relaxing and fun.read more

I'm a new horse owner and I couldn't have ended up with a better boarding farm. I'm so grateful to…read moreWayne and Beth for (1) taking such good care of my horse, (2) helping me learn how to handle and care for my horse, and (3) providing the facilities I need, PLUS direct access to all 80-some miles of trails in the Patapsco Valley State Park. The cats, rabbits, and chickens keep things fun if you ever get tired of looking at horses (as if!)