My experience at the Double D was absolutely fantastic! It was exactly what i was looking for - a getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. An opportunity to kick back and ride the trail. Did i feel like a cantor, or lope? Or did i just want to do some easy walking through the woods, by the river? It was all up to me. The wrangler Lindsay was super cool, friendly and totally laid back.....precisely what i was hoping for. My horse (Cody) was an easy ride....i was comfortable in the saddle, it was a magnificent, sunny day, the river was glistening, the forest was cool and shady, and i was transplanted to another world.....i highly recommend a 2-hour ride, or longer! Good times all around...check out the Double D! read more

Double D's guest ranch is smack in the middle of NJ country. This place is considered 'little wyoming'. It's a gorgeous ride. This is easy enough for beginners & kids. It got a little tight when we ran into another tour but that was the only hick-up. My horse was a retired race horse loser! My hubs horse was also retired but he won his owners hundreds of thousands of dollars. We actually won off of him about five or so years ago at meadowlands. There was also a real mustang there and a horse which was saved from an auction. He was on sale for $2.50 for his meat. I think the horses could be better in all but it was a lot of fun in a beautiful area of the world. It cost $65 for a two hour ride. If you would like a beautiful autumn escape, then this is your place. Note that you need a car to get to the ranch. read more

I couldn't find a review of this place on yelp before we went but the review that came up on google was lukewarm. So, I figured maybe that person just had bad luck. Then, every point that was complained of happened to us during our ride. My husband and I drove about one and a half hours from our house to take our two girls, ages six and eight, on a "2 hour" horseback ride. We were put on horses, asked if we had ridden before and when we said "no" the lady merely responded "have any questions?". Where was I supposed to begin? There was no instruction and being left to ask the right questions was troubling. Then our group of eight left for a ride accompanied by two "guides" in a line. The guides talked amongst themselves, chain smoked the entire ride and barely looked back at us even though our group included children. We learned nothing about the beautiful animals we were riding or of horseriding in general. My horse, Cody, had attitude and was more interested in eating leaves along the path than following the group. When I attempted to get him back in line using the reigns, he would snort and throw his head up and down abruptly, thrashing me about. I found the situation slightly amusing and decided it might be less painful to let him do what he wanted. After the tenth time of him doing that a guide happened to notice the issue for the first time and scolded me for not keeping him under control. I explained that I am a novice on a horse with attitude and maybe I would do better with one of the guides keeping better watch of us and helping. She responded that her five year old rides these horses without a problem. Another time she scolded me because Cody bit another horse as it innocently tried to pass Cody during one of Cody's pitstops for leaves. Really? My six year old was riding the bitten horse and I could only imagine that it could have been her leg, but the guide was more worried about the horse. Not a safe environment created by these guides. Otherwise, the scenery was beautiful and we all had a good time. Beware that when they advertise for a two hour ride, they mean 90 minutes. read more

Perfect get away from NYC. Went here for a 2-hour ride with my wife and we absolutely loved it. The ranchers pick the horses for you and they're very good at matching you up with the horse's size and personality. The trail was absolutely beautiful. Would love to go back and do this again in the fall. Double-D is Double -A's in my book. read more

Best place like it around! Great family, great vibes and beautiful land.

I don't know why this place only has 3 stars. I had tons of fun.

Our family of 5, including 2 teens and and 8 year went for a 2 hour trail ride and it was great! OUr guide Ryan was super nice and the horses were super sweet, except for a couple of playful nips to each other, which is totally acceptable, I would rather be around these horses all day than anything! Two hours was a good ride for us and we are hoping to go back in summer for another longer ride. read more

I went here the day before my birthday as a gift from my dad. I was super excited since I don't go on a lot of trail rides with my barn at home. I really had a GREAT TIME! Our tour guides were WONDERFUL! My horse Star was a little crazy but it was because he wanted to be infront of the group not behind, which is understandable since it is a dominate trait. I'm kind of glad they gave me Star since there weren't many people who have ridden in our group. Ryan was wonderful and we talked the whole time! He was really nice! The ride was on a beautiful trail and it was very peaceful and pleasant. I really can't wait to go back! read more

Wonderful time with family on great horses in beautiful environment! Hubby, daughters (17 & 14) & I drove 1 hr to Ranch; arrived early, pet (& even allowed to brush a couple of) the horses and got briefly acquainted. Back in our vehicle and followed the horse trailers to the Trails, "boarded" our mounts who were matched very well to each of us. We bonded quickly with these beautiful, healthy and energetic horses and the ride began. Our guide was a little quiet at first, perhaps to allow us to chat among ourselves and enjoy the lovely scenery. After a little while, we asked questions and chatted occasionally. Sometimes we rode silently admiring the flora (lots of trees to provide shade - so nice) & fauna (saw a doe and 2 fawns, turtles sunbathing on logs, lots of rascally squirrels, etc). Even the bugs weren't bad. During our 2 hour ride, we walked, trotted some, and even cantered a bit - so exhilarating!! It was a marvelous 1st time ride for our daughters, and hubby & my 1st time in 6 yrs. Hoping to return in the Fall for 19th wedding anniversary! Thank you to the staff & splendid 4-hoofed wonders of Double D's Guest Ranch! We will be back! read more

Felt compelled to respond to a rather negative review made by a Double D customer. I happen to work at Double D and also took that ride out. As with many reviews you must read between the lines.There are many factors that came into play and an important one was the fact that the customers were late, hence why they may have had a shortened ride,though we take the same trail and they are timed so 2 hrs is 2 hrs. Some horses do like to grab a bite here and there and with 8 people it is tough to watch each and every horse when there is a guide in the front and a guide in the back. We give a brief lesson to every customer and this woman just could not control her horse no matter how much direction I gave her. Customers are told to keep their horses in line and they are not to eat as it can result in some chaos. Its pretty simple, if your horse goes to drop his head or goes off to the side you must redirect him. Riding a horse involves constant interaction. And common sense is a big help. We have a pretty good record of happy customers who come back again and again. I am sorry you did not enjoy your experience We have many, many happy satisfied customers but to blame the guides because you did not enjoy the ride is silly. I must also add that I DO NOT chain smoke and very rarely ever do we smoke on the trail. We are responsible for making sure things go smoothly and I have NEVER had anything bad happen. I also have people that personally request me. Hopefully one day you can return and we can give you a different experience. read more

Went there years ago. I loved it. Since my dad told them I was a rider I got to sit back behind the group with one of the trail guides, Ryan. He was awesome. He and I would race. The only issue I had, which I didn't much care wouldn't have been the first time a horse threw a fit with me, was when we turned around on the trail I had my horse go to the back of the group. That's when he threw a fit. He wanted to lead. So he started backing up and not listening to me. So I would give him a squeeze with my legs and then leaned forward to make sure I wasn't pulling him backwards. I did this 3 times (horse world is ask, tell, make) and he came dangerously close to a drop off the 3rd time. I gave him a good whack with the reins on the shoulder and he went forward after that. The trail heads were not worried since they knew I was used to horses doing stuff like this. The rest of the day went smoothly though. My horse didn't dare ignore me or throw a fit the rest of the day. I would love to go again! read more