We came yesterday and I genuinely can't stop thinking about how special it was…read more I called last minute in the afternoon after my little one woke up from his nap, not really expecting much -- but they fit us in that same day. From the moment we arrived, Ray made us feel so welcome. He had the horse ready for us, walked us through everything, and was so patient and attentive making sure my little one felt safe and comfortable the whole ride. You could tell he genuinely loves what he does. What we didn't expect was everything that came after. We got to explore the petting zoo, meet the farm animals, and then a staff member came over and introduced us to a baby goat that was only a few days old, my little one's face was absolutely priceless. And then the moment that made this visit truly unforgettable, while my son was laughing away on the horse shaped tire swing, I glanced over and noticed a wobbly little goat behind us. Turns out we were witnessing a mama goat giving birth right there in front of us. Completely unplanned, totally magical. My little one got a nature lesson he'll probably never forget. This place has the most wonderful energy and the staff clearly care deeply about both the animals and their guests. We will absolutely be back. Highly recommend!

We booked a two-hour trail ride at the beginning of our trip and had such an amazing experience…read morethat we ended up booking a second ride before our vacation was over! I'm an experienced rider and my husband is a beginner, and our guide, Dave, did a fantastic job matching us with horses (and a mule!) that fit our individual experience levels. He also tailored the trail and ride to our abilities, which made the experience fun and memorable for both of us. For our second ride, it had been raining quite a bit, so Dave took us on a one-hour route where the trails were dry enough and safe for the horses. We really appreciated that their safety and well-being came first, and we still had an amazing time. Both rides were such a highlight of our trip. Thank you, Dave, for being such a great guide and for making us feel so welcome in Blue Ridge! We'll absolutely be back the next time we're in the area

Had an amazing Saturday this weekend. Myself and 3 friends 1 who had never been on a horse before…read more We did the 4 hour excursion and meal. I highly recommend for everyone!!

I loved this place. It was first on my list!! They explained everything and gave us amazing horses…read more The location is beautiful and the ride was fun. What made it even more special was the little greeter an absolutely beautiful little cat!

Amazing time with my three granddaughters. The guide was helpful in every step. My first time on…read morea horse and I'm 63.

We had a private experience (husband and I for anniversary) this place went the extra mile and set…read moreup a beautiful table, chairs, sparkling cider, chocolates, and red roses by a lovely little stream. For our wedding anniversary, we exchanged our original wedding vows again and shared such a lovely emotionally intimate moment that I will cherish for a lifetime. Our tour guide was so down to earth easy to talk to. She pointed out wildlife and took so many great photos for us! We rode through the woods, did a small creek crossing where the horses got a nice cold drink, and even took photos where we could see 3 places at once! (NC, TN, GA) the horses were very tame, sweet, and obedient and I can't wait to come back!

All the staff is very friendly and so knowledgeable about the horses and the local area. There was…read morea variety of horses and my son loved his (Nitro), he was the sweetest and listened so well. We chose to do the group ride and it wasn't too large which I appreciate, only 7 in total. The trials were on a massive property and loved the different terrains they went through.

It was an amazing ride, Jess was a great tour guide and the horses were amazing. They all followed…read moresuit with each other, were very calm and all stayed together. My husband, my son and I took the 2 hour Valley River Ride. My son and I have never been on a horse before and Jess made me feel so comfortable riding with her instructions and passion that I didn't feel nervous at all. It seemed like the horses were perfectly matched with each of our personalities as well. The prices are fair, the horses are well taken care of and trained, the staff are awesome and it was just an all around great experience. It was a beautiful ride and if we are in the area again I will definitely use Cowgirl Up Stables again.

I had a great time riding horseback through the mountain trails. I definitely recommend.read more

Staff was extremely pleasant to talk with & very informative. We chose the four wheelers tour with…read moreDan as our guide. Dan took care of us as well as a turtle that was crossing our path. Knowing we were beginners on the four wheelers, he constantly looked back to make sure we were comfortable & having fun. Stopped off a few times for an earful of knowledge, feeding a few animals & climbing a tower with a beautiful overlook (aside from a cell tower, the mountainous view was great. Felt bad for the horses. Even though they were shaded, wished they had fans running to cool off while in their stalls. That particular day, the air was heavy & hot with no breeze. Any other day I'm guessing there's a cool breeze blowing through. Wouldn't recommend playing corn hole as the floor was heavily littered with goat crap. Handling the corn bags means you're also handling goat shit. No running water till ya return back to the office.

This year I took my 40th birthday by the reins and ventured out to Georgia Frontiers with the…read morefamily for an hour trail ride in the great outdoors! It's been a while since I've been on a horse and this was the first ride for my kiddo. Before I forget to mention the barn is equipped with helmets if you would like one which is so awesome! After filling out the paperwork they give a brief tutorial before your ride on how to stop/start/ guide the horse to do what you want which was really helpful. The horses were so sweet and gentle my daughter rode Simon, I rode Rusty, and my husband got Bella. The trail was great a little narrow at times between trees but the horses definitely kept us on track and going smoothly. My husband ended up getting the sweetest horse who loved to stop every couple of minutes for snacks so every time we looked back he was a bit behind us lol! It made for a great moment that we will remember and laugh about for years to come! Our guide was very knowledgeable and great with my daughter who despite being nervous beforehand rode like she had been riding her whole life! Proud mama moment for sure!! Their barn cat greeted us when we got back and was all purrs & brushing up against our legs such a little cutie (check out the picture). We got to meet all of the other horses and fed our horses a treat in their buckets after the ride! We had a fantastic time and we really enjoyed the horses and the beautiful scenery! If you love horses whether you're a beginner or just want a great spot to get back in the saddle check this place out for sure! It's a blast!!

We enjoyed our two hour ride. The guides were friendly and the horses were calm. They let us even…read morerun them in certain places. I am advanced beginner. It was a beautiful untouched wood area, with a Creek. I definitely would come back.

My husband proposed here! Staff is amazing!! It's a very…read morenice environment. All the horses are well cared for nothing is dirty within the barn. The instructors do their job to make sure everyone is safe going up mountains can't say any more nice things about the facility and the team.

Track house is in a beautiful neighborhood. The staff was friendly and helpful. We did the one hour…read moretrail ride. It was quite relaxing. The grounds are beautiful and the horses were great. I rode Goliath, the largest horse ever!, he was a gentle giant. We had a 6 year old in our group, first time on a horse, the horse was phenomenal. She was not spooked at all. The horses look very well taken care of. We felt safe at all times. I'd definitely check out Trackrock if you are looking for a horseback riding experience.

Great, welcoming and safe place for your kid to learn riding the proper way. The farm is in a…read morebeautiful setting and the owner very knowledgable. incredible horseback riding experience.

If you're looking for an incredible horseback riding 'home' for your child, I cannot recommend…read moreHannah enough! My daughter took lessons with Hannah for 12 years, and the experience has been truly life-changing. Wildewood was the first place she went when she got her drivers license and the last place she went when she left for her freshman year of college. Beyond just learning to ride, Hannah teaches responsibility, patience, confidence, and resilience--skills that extend far beyond the barn. She creates a safe, supportive environment where kids not only develop strong riding techniques but also build a deep bond with the horses and gain lifelong lessons in perseverance and dedication. Hannah's program takes place on a real, working farm--this isn't some polished, bougie equestrian center. Kids get their hands dirty and learn what it truly means to care for horses, from feeding and grooming to cleaning tack. They develop a deep respect for hard work, nature, and the animals they ride, gaining life skills that go far beyond horseback riding. Thanks to Hannah's guidance, my daughter has grown into a brilliant, capable young woman with a strong work ethic and a deep love for riding. If you want your child to learn from the best while growing in confidence and character, Wildewood Farms with Hannah is the perfect place.

I recently bought a horse from Curtis Teague at A Step Above Stables and am very happy with my…read morepurchase. I went and tried the horse in person and he was exactly what I wanted in a young horse. Curtis held him for a week for me until I returned back home and then had him delivered safe and sound. He is settling nicely in with my herd and has maintained the same chill demeanor each day. I can't wait to see what adventures we can do together! I think Curtis runs a great operation.

After researching for months, we finally found what SEEMED like the perfect "beginner-friendly"…read morehorse. Upon arrival at A Step Above Stables, the horse looked potentially injured, though I thought maybe it was just resting its hind leg. Until, during the demo canter, it started to buck. They called it on that horse and we agreed to look at another horse the seller had. This one didn't seem to have immediate riding problems--though they didn't demo it in a ring, which might have revealed deeper issues. This second horse would be $1000 more than our original budget of $15,000 -- he said he was going to sell it for $17,000 but was going to "meet us in the middle" to be fair. I (wrongly) assumed this horse would have the same training as the other, given they were supposedly trained by the same people and similar in price. We were also told there was a lot of interest from other buyers and to get started right away to secure this horse. We placed a $2,000 deposit that same day, with the balance due (and paid) on Monday. The seller sent a video showing the horse not spooking at a leaf blower or chainsaw sounds, so we felt somewhat reassured about its temperament. But from there, things started to get shaky: We asked for the bill of sale, coggins, and vaccine records before the horse was delivered. The seller promised to send them with the horse; instead, only the coggins arrived. He eventually sent the bill of sale via messenger--but it wasn't completely filled out. We were told the vet records would have to wait until Monday because the vet office was closed. Delivery day came and the horse was delivered to the boarding facility (a 3 hour drive from the seller) without a halter. The hauler nearly let the horse loose on the property. Thankfully, our boarder intervened. But it was obvious that something as basic as haltering this horse was a serious challenge, which is likely why the horse wasn't haltered before being put on the trailer. The horse then turned its hind toward our boarder--a classic sign of aggression or discomfort. She alerted us right away of everything going on and documented things every step of the way. After she finally managed to calm the horse, she took photos of its condition. She noted Conformation issues, A noticeable problem with one leg, a scar near the joint on the same leg We immediately contacted the seller, who claimed he was unaware of any injury and told us to inform him of the vet's findings. Only at this point did he hint at an "exchange-only guarantee," something he never mentioned earlier, even when I had outright asked about his guarantee and he had said, "We guarantee all horses for 30 days." NOT "We allow exchanges for 30 days." When the farrier and vet visited, they confirmed: The scar on the back leg was an old, unattended injury that would affect the horse's ability to be ridden safely at more than a walk. The coggins form failed to disclose the scar, which should have been noted per the form's requirements. The "vet" whose name was on the vaccine records turned out to be mostly a dog/cat vet. They said they'd only administer vaccines if the horse was brought in, which never happened. The seller apparently buys vaccines from that vet and administers them himself--yet made it sound like the vet was personally involved. We later learned the vet had expressed concerns about this horse to the seller, and the seller's response was, "That will be the buyer's problem." Once we asked for any or all of our money back, he ghosted us. In all honesty, I own my part in this: I didn't know what I didn't know. That's exactly how I got taken advantage of. I was initially swayed by positive reviews--but later realized those were mostly for the trail riding service this seller operates, not for his horse sales. Enough negative reviews exist about his selling practices to show that this is a pattern. And lastly, I did not sign anything stating I was purchasing this horse "as is"--so we do have legal grounds to pursue.

Iron horse farm is a wonderful place. The horses are very well trained . You could a young child on…read morethe one champ and he is the sweetest thing very gentle . He knows the difference between a adult and young child . Horses very well fed lol . They sure don't go without . The owner Sarah and her manager Crystal keep up on everything. Beautiful quiet area. You can board your horse there for a good price . I would definitely recommend this farm to anyone.

This farm is a hidden gem in Calhoun! The horses are well cared for by staff that go above and…read morebeyond, you can be sure they will go the extra mile to meet your horse's needs. It's a very positive and fun learning environment for riders and horses of all ages. They offer riding lessons and training. A very family orientated farm with affordable rates. Be sure to check it out!