My partner and I were having a spontaneous vacation on the beach at Ocean Shores when we saw the Honey Pearl Ranch team pull up with trailers. It was my first time in the area so I didn't know what to expect. We walked up to the friendly staff and they told us about the horses and the ranch. When we learned it was $30 each for an hour long horse ride we knew we had to try it just for the experience! Both of us were no ices who hadn't been on a horse since we were children so we weren't sure what to expect. I got Poco and my partner got Bill, two very sweet brown horses. When time came to ride they gave us helmets and instructions on holding the reigns and we set off with a group to walk the beach! The horses all had different personalities and while Bill was very content to walk in front, Poco wanted to trot the middle until we turned around- I think he was jealous Bill was front and center! The guides were very attentive of the group and even assisted me when my foot came out of the saddle. After the ride, we had the pleasure of meeting Chuck and talking to him about his horses. He's a very sweet man and you can tell he loves his horses. I've seen previous reviews give flack for the care of the horses but they were all comfortable from what I observed and rotated to get water. Overall we both loved the experience and walked away with a great lifetime memory. read more

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All I wanted to do was ride horseback on the beach for my 50th birthday.there website says 220 pd limit.iam 209 and I got there they changed to 200.but there website said 220.iam super pissed off that was bullshit .I'll never recommend them for anything. read more

It appears as though the majority of the horses do not want to be there. It was apparent by their demeanor (even some staff mentioned this about a few horses), which is so sad to see. Some of the staff was nice and some were not. The ride was pretty miserable because some of the horses want to go faster (which staff knew and mentioned lightly, but did not explain what that meant) and that means for a sad very bumpy ride of staff yelling for you to slow the horse down and the horse being obviously mad about it the entire time. read more

I have used this specific company for YEARS! Riding myself growing up and my kids...bringing them out to ride. I have had nothing but good experiences previously. The guides always safety focused, friendly and very knowledgeable about the horses. I've had a nervous rider kid who finally was able to brave it this year and rode. The guides seemed mildly stressed prior to our ride, stating the horses on the ride before had been nippy and excitable. While riding I had such a rude experience and interaction with (self identified youngest guide) Lanelle. She turned around and snapped at my kids for the horses trotting to catch up, saying one of my kids turned around and said mom look! (She have lifted her feet up thinking that may be horse speed up). The way that she spoke to me (and them) was rude, dismissive, and judgmental.. not allowing for any input on my part without her, assuming the worst and communicating it as such. And one point she started trying to tell me that it was a liability issue (which I get) and that these were old horses only up for gentle walks on the beach... again I understand both of those things. We are not continuously trotting, and if she had approached me to actually have a conversation, they're probably should've been some effective communication had back and forth. when I told her that she way she was speaking to me was rude, and she didn't need to be quite so anal in the way that she was communicating... understanding safety is important but what she was harping on it wasn't even applicable or appropriate and we could've had a civilized conversation about what was actually occurring. Instead, it seemed like she was more interested in being right instead of actually having a conversation. She had already made her mind up.... Myself and the kids were fault she's just going to make sure that I was aware. She started commenting on my parenting stating that probably wasn't a very good parent if that's the way I spoke. Regardless of the fact, none of my kids were near us for this conversation... if that's what you can call the way she verbally attacked me. I was floored by the manor in which she spoke to me. Understanding that safety is a priority however, she obviously seems like she is not adult enough to communicate with other grown adults... respectfully while also communicating. Then finding out she was telling my kids. But they didn't know what they were talking about in respect to the hotel we were staying at and how long it had been in the community... stating " well I grew up here, and live here so I know everything around here. You guys must be mistaken on the name or it must be brand new." I don't think that she should be leading any more rides, unless she has some serious education in how to communicate to other human beings without coming off condescending, dismissive, and disrespectfully. I am going to seriously consider which company I'm using in the future based on this interaction. That being said, I didn't have the opportunity to speak with one of the guides who communicated effectively with respect, Talia... if we come back for any reason in the future, it will be because of the interaction I had with her afterwards. Stating that while she didn't witness what occurred it sounds like the other guide Lanelle is in need of some education on how we should be communicating, even if the information is being communicated is important and safety related. Most importantly that she should not be commenting with other peoples parenting in such a rude judgmental manner. Especially when it doesn't even seem like she can communicate simple things without being rude. read more

I worked for them their horses only get their feet done once a year and stand on the line all day 10+ hours with no hay and only getting water when the guides take them to the trough. 10/10 would not support them read more

If there was a zero star, that's what they get. There are two numbers that are connected to the business; one is Medicare and one has over a thousand voicemails that are clearly never checked. You send them a email or Facebook message and it's flat out read and ignored. They might offer a low price of $30 per person but the lack of customer service they even have to make it out like they care about their customers is non existent. I personally drove 2.5 hours to be turned away and other people drive even farther to be turned away and then they say "call us" in advance if you have a big group. You can't call ahead to a business that doesn't pick up their phone in the first place. DO NOT RECOMMEND, customer service and employees need to change and the owner needs to get with the times or hand the business over to someone who can. read more

Rode with this $20 group twice. My wife rode a horse that was difficult to control on the first ride. As this was a birthday present for my daughter, we had planned to ride again the next day. As my wife was being assigned a horse, the trail hands picked the same horse that she had rode the day before. She told the people that she had trouble with that horse the day before and asked not to ride him. They said ok and then assigned the rest of the riders, rather than sit her on the next horse. At the end, the trail hands said the trouble horse was the last horse available, even though there were other horses sit tied up. The difficult horse was 'difficult' again, to the point of my wife having to ride up front with the outriders rather than with her daughter. What fun... The several of the outriders were very rude and verbally harsh with the younger, less experienced riders. Threatening them with removal instead of coaxing these challenged riders to better performance. Also I heard them swearing while talking among themselves while amongst some very young riders. The first ride had three of four horses being challenging. Horses being horses, I didn't expect total angels. But my ten year old daughter's horse kept trying to bite other horses. Luckily, she is an experienced rider and controlled the animal. There is another group that we will be using for our final ride further down the beach. read more

We adore the team and horses with Honey Pearl. They are inclusive, kind and warm. They always make my teenage son (who is neurodiverse) feel so special. Absolutely top notch! We love the customer care and awesome guides. Roxy and Blaine are our favorite horses! read more

Best business I ride frosty every weekend I have so much fun the horses drink alot of water and they get feed grain in morning and at night hay this is such a lovely business read more

Honey Pearl Ranch - Frosty - Horseback Riding Near Me - Ocean Shores, Washington

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My son and I did the 2 hour drive hearing about these amazing ocean rides, we were excited. Upon arriving something seemed VERY off!! We asked as lady that was wearing a vest where we sign up, she said "Go to the table around the truck!" Sternly, as if we were children dealing with an overwhelmed parent going through a nasty divorce. We got around the truck and watched as riders wet dismounting and just tossing their helmets to the ground at this point my son said "I think we have the wrong place" I was torn if we did or not until I saw the fees and it going to cost $27.00 when I recalled the place we were told to go to was only $20.00. Finally someone who worked there came towards us and all of a sudden a large man and his two kids walked/ran in front of us and the employee then told us "we had to wait she was with a customer" Then she requested for us to get the forms to give to that customer, which my son nicely obliged and then we informed that customer that "We DONT WORK HERE!" At this point I had started to walk away to contact my husband and my son got onto Facebook to figure out if this was really the place, at this point we had no intentions of riding or giving them anymore of our time, just shocked that anyone would recommend this place for us. Kinda like a "wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy type thing" as we were waiting for confirmation from our friends/family we watched as they literally drug a couple of horses, for riders to get on, One of the horse got a hard hit to their gut for not going forward and that was enough for my son and I to stop awaiting a reply to make sure of anything. We got into our car and started the two hour drive home, just sad that our adventure and dream ride along the water was not going to happen. When we came to the stop sign our phones blew up, We were in fact at the wrong place. We were immediately guided to the proper place just down the beach, and it was a great time and so welcoming, and cheaper. read more

Horses are made to stand in the sun for hours and tied very tightly to a rope. Didn't see them get water either. They had no breaks in between rides. The horses were so overworked and overheated they laid down in the sand and had to contort their heads since they were tied to tight. The horses were all crammed into a tight spot and bucked/bit each other, and this made getting on extremely chaotic and dangerous. A child was trying to get on a mare that had to have TWO PEOPLE hold her. A child. Do not go here. Unless you are experienced, look away. These horses are mistreated for money. read more

We came to do a fun horseback ride on the beach but instead got a terrifying ride. We were given very minimal instruction: hold the reins, pull left, pull right, pull back. The horses got skittish from the drizzle and started trotting. The young guides did not have control of their own horses, so I'm not sure how any of us could have maintained control. Yet the guides kept screaming at all of us to slow the horses down to a walk and stay together as a group, yet some horses had their own ideas about where they wanted to be in the pack. The guide's horse was pawing at the ground aggressively and snorting. My horse would toss her head when I tried to slow her down. Most terrifying was that one of the riders in the group got bucked from the horse. Thank goodness he was ok and it wasn't one of the children in the group. I have ridden with other companies and the horses were calm and relaxed, given water between rides and looked happy and alert. The Honey Pearl ranch experience felt really unsafe and the horses did not look happy, weren't given a water break and weren't great for beginner riders. Unfortunately, we won't be back as it's just not worth the risk. read more

It was my daughter first time riding a horse the tour guide people are very rude acting like everyone knows how to tide a horse right of the get go just because they do it on a regular basis they made her get off and walk all the way back because she was upset and not happy!! not a good experience would not recommend them at all read more

I hate to dispute many Yelper's opinions about this outfit, but we have ridden with them many times in the last 20 years, and the experience is always amazing, and safe. And the young people who guide us are all very patient and helpful. The horses are very well treated, and extremely gentle. My girls' first riding experiences were with Honey Pearl. And I can't figure out why someone couldn't get a refund, when it's a cash only business on the beach? read more

I came here and though I would enjoy it but then I couldn't stop thinking about the horse poop. The horses go poop wherever and I regretted paying for this once I realized the entire beach where I, as well as children were hanging out was covered in horse shit. It's disgusting the way they let them poop all over the beach and dont have anyone behind to clean it up. This needs to end. Please read this yelp review, you are ruining the beach for everyone. read more

If I could give it less than one star I would. Staff were rude. They asked me if I had riding experience. I said some. Apparently that's code for we're going to put you on a problem horse. Horse refused to walk and wanted to trot the entire time. I asked for advice and they said nothing I could do it's a naughty horse. Don't go to this place. I love horses. This place is bad.... Which is a shame because a horse ride on the beach can be a fun thing. read more

That girl discriminates against people who rent the horses. I heard myself speak Spanish and didn't rent me. And it was someone else and if I rent it. read more

Honey Pearl Ranch - That girl discriminates against people who rent the horses. I heard myself speak Spanish and didn't rent me. - Horseback Riding Near Me - Ocean Shores, Washington

Paid for an hour ride. Ended up only 40 minutes because they got back late from the previous ride. My 10 year old (beginner rider) was put on a horse and the entire time the horse was trotting. She was yelled at to make her horse walk the entire time. I have ridden horses in the past a lot and helped guide before. The horse I got fought me the entire way. One guide told me to have the reins tight and make him listen. The other guide 5 min later told me the horse likes to be boss and I have to have loose reins. That continued for the entire ride. The entire ride the guides yelled at all the riders to make their horses walk. Constantly that is what you hear for 40 min. There is no relaxing. The horses need some time back at the barn to be trained because they have bad habits. The outfit needs to take smaller groups out. Extremely large and they can't manage it all The next day I drove in the beach and watched a woman get off the horse and prefer to walk them ride back. My suggestion - go to the other horse outfit down the beach. My daughters rode with them a year ago and had a amazing time. Do not ride with this outfit unless you want to be yelled at the entire time. read more

Only went here because the one up the street a bit was unfortunately gone for the day. We had such a horrible experience. The horses seemed SO miserable and overworked. I told them I hadn't been on a horse since I was a little kid so of course they decided to give me a horse that was already upset. I found out later on in the ride that this horse was bit in the trailer earlier that morning. Which makes sense because its eye was all bloody, poor thing. After we started the ride, they told me the horse was just "being a brat today" and that it would have a fit if it wasn't next to another horse which was its best friend. The guides were not helpful and seemed annoyed. The only instructions they gave the whole time were "go left, right, and pull back" DO NOT GO HERE, the one up the road is cheaper anyways!!! read more

Horrible experience, horses were hard to handle, scared by all the kites, my friend's reigns broke and then she was thrown from her horse after it bucked several times hitting her in head. No ice available when we got back. The owner didn't even offer to refund her. Also no official way to write an incident report. read more

This was such an awkward time. My 5 kids and I went (which wasn't cheap). We were the last trip of the night. Only 2 instructors came with us. One male and one female. While the male was instructing from the front, the female on the back. As he was giving instructions from the front, she was verbally shouting and reprimanding him. Then she proceeded to trot up to shout more at his instruction method in front of us. Then, close to the end of the ride, an idiot pedestrian thought to take photos with flash and dropped his kite. Spooked my oldest's horse and it proceeded to run circles and try to throw her off. No instructions were given or any aid come to help get control of the horse until after she had fallen off! Then they expected her to walk or ride back after being injured! No sympathy. No apology. Nothing. I understand horses are animals and that things happen. However, the manner in which this was handled was unacceptable. I will not give my business again and make sure my friends don't either. Just the way the instructors handled it was unprofessional and left a bad taste in my mouth. read more

This was such a treat for my two sons. We drove onto the beach, saw the horses, signed up and where horseback riding within 20 minutes. It was $25 for a one hour guided ride down the beach. Our horse Freckles was as sweet as they come. The woman who owns the ranch was so nice and told us about the horses and was ready and willing to answer any questions we had. We will be back everytime we come to town. All the horses seemed well cared for and loved. Make sure you stop by and take a ride, you won't regret it. *Kids under 7 can only do pony rides that cost $5. read more

If I could I'd give this 0 stars. I was riding with my family and it wa s the last ride of the day. The horse I was riding seemed to keep freaking out it wanted to turn around. While riding the instructor was yelling at the other instructor and during that a pedestrian came up and took flash photography and let their kite loose and it flew into my horses face and my horse then spun. It kept spinning and I kept yelling for help. I was holding on not sure if I should hold on or not. They didn't help at all after holding on for a while and no one coming to help I then let go. After I let go I almost got trampled. They then told me to get on the horse or walk even though I was clearly injured. I understand that horse freak out but they didn't nothing to help or instruct me during the accident and after. They didn't even apologize. read more

During the memorial weekend 7 if us choose to ride their horses on that's run of the day. The staff beginning with the manager and ending with the handlers were courteous, friendly and helpful. We finished a short while before sunset. The horses were obedient and a great pleasure to ride. This was my fiancés second trip with this company and she had just as pleasurable encounter the first time. We will be recommending them to our families, friends, and acquaintances. read more

Honey Pearl Ranch - Me getting started on the ride. - Horseback Riding Near Me - Ocean Shores, Washington

This was a terrible experience. They scheduled us for the wrong ride time twice. Finally after paying, my girlfriend and I changed our minds after being matched with the 2 largest horses there. As 2 brand new riders this seemed like a bad move. Was promised a refund. Still have not received. Stay away from these disorganized scam artists. read more

I can not say enough of great things about this place! My son is 2 and he rode a handful of times this weekend. They offer great pony rides for the smaller crowd! The horses are friendly and the staff even more. I was so impressed that they squeezed him in when they were busy. They have helmets and their prices are posted. Give them a chance! You wont be disappointed! read more

The guide yelled at my whole family. My daughter who has learning differences was left in tears. We have never experienced riding with a stable run that used such harsh methods to support guest riders. It is impossible to recommend a service that puts riders in a vulnerable situation. read more

Went to ride this weekend. My friends dream has always been to go riding but do to medical issues, she was unable. Now she is doing better, so wanted to give it a try. We walked down to the beach to check out the horses. There were several horses with large open sores on their legs and they were covered in urine and feces. Most of the horses seemed very beat down and broken. I was heartbroken for these horses. I could not bear the idea of making them work for an hour, so we passed on the activity and even talked another family out of riding as well. read more

Me & wife's wanted to ride a horse together. We both never had done it b4. The people were very nice but the lady gave us two horses that didn't "pair up normally " her horse was paired with another so basically we did the whole ride apart. She was riding along next with someone else. Made our first experience riding an unpleasant one. Lesson here is if your with company ASK IF YOUR GROUP GET HORSES THAT RIDE TOGETHER OR "PAIRED" they told me after the fact. They knew our horses wasn't paired & they knew it was me & my wife's 1st time. It was a stupid experience & they could have easily done something about it. It was almost like they did it on purpose to be funny. The most disappointing part is it ruined our 1st horse back riding experience. =( read more

The whole operation is a logistical nightmare, flying kites, sloppy parked cars all over the beach, mopeds, dogs and drones. All of which frighten horses. I'm a novice rider and I didn't receive much instructions other than where to hold reins and how to stop. No introductions from the guides, if there were I couldn't hear from my position in front. Once we started my horse had a mind of her own and she kept wandering away from the formation. At which point instead of receiving guidance from the unnamed instructors I was yelled at repeatedly. Later on my horse began to trot and go ahead of the group. Again I was yelled at for not controlling my horse, that I had not been given instructions on how to control such behavior. The guides were very chatty with each other about their personal lives and opinions of the beach goers vs checking with guests about their experience. I felt the horses were over worked, after finishing our ride my horse "Rose" wasn't given water and she was re-saddled for the next group of riders. The group sizes should be smaller 8-12 guests vs the 20 or so that rode with us. With a smaller group horses could receive more rest,riders could receive more instructions and navigating the crowds on the beach could be manageable. I paid $27 to get yelled at for an hour by horse riders and now I have a sore butt as a result. read more

I didn't actually ride a horse because I was turned off by the woman I spoke with about doing so. At first I thought there was nobody there, there was just two trucks with trailers and a bunch of horses. No people. I thought maybe they were out on a ride? I kind of hovered around thinking they'd return. Eventually I noticed they were sitting in the pickup just ignoring me. I couldn't see them because of the glare of the sun. I approached the truck to ask about the rides. The woman said they'd be going back out at 11:30. I asked if I could go then, thinking maybe I need to pay now, do I need to get signed up, how is this done? And she kind of barked at me "come back at 11:30." I waited around for a while then decided I didn't want to ride with this woman so I left. Then it started pouring rain so I'm glad I left anyway! There's another place further down the beach that I might try later this afternoon. But the weather isn't very inviting so I might just stay inside and look at it. Update 5/11/16: After writing this review I got a nasty "compliment" from a Sammy B. who has no reviews and no friends. Unfortunately I deleted it, like I do all internet troll messages, but I'm guessing it was an employee of this business. Who else would care enough to create an account just to rebuff me with bad grammar and grade school level insults? Ironically, one of her points was that "you don't know what's going on in someone's life." Back atcha Sammy B. I was at the beach to grieve the death of a loved one. I was nice to everyone I encountered in OS, and everyone was nice to me - except the woman (you?) from Honey Pearl Ranch. read more

I love horses and have ridden the horses at Ocean Shores many times over the years, but this is my first time with this place, and I wil never be coming back to them. Only go here of you enjoy paying money to get screamed at. Horrible communication. The staff do not know how to deal with people. The person collecting your money seems stressed out and the guides yell at everyone during the ride and get upset very easily. It is disorganized while they are getting everyone ready to go, and during the ride the guides ride together, and even smoke around children! The way they yelled at everyone at beginning really ruined the mood of the entire ride. You will have a more enjoyable experience at the place a little further down the beach near the Best Western. read more

Went riding 3 times with this outfit during our mini vacation. I had a great time, check in was easy and fast, the guides were all pretty friendly, patient and professional (especially considering how young some of the guides were) Their horses are beautiful and seemed like they pretty much know what to do. What a nice way to spend an hour and for $20! Not to many enjoyable experiences only cost $20 bucks! read more

We rode on Friday, August 28 2015. Our experience was completely different from those posted 2 years ago. Family of 4, 2 riders with experience, 2 without. $20 per person for an hour ride, and the clock didn't start until everyone was in the saddle and we were on our way. The gentleman collecting money was really, really laid back, which WAS a bit concerning, as if he didn't really care if we rode or not. I had to remind myself: we are NOT in the big city. Just breath and relax, and wait for the horses to get back.The handlers were great, there was NO yelling, NO smoking in front of the customers or kids. I didn't see any smoking on the ride, period. We would definitely do this on our next trip to Ocean Shores! read more

Great place for horseback riding on the beach; kids had a great time. However, my wife used a credit card that she only uses occasionally and the number was compromised and several charges from Africa showed up the next day. No problem, happens all the time, people hack and get numbers; problem is the lady at the number on the receipt was not at all appreciative and in fact pretty rude about our call to inform them about what happened so they could check on their end, very unpleasant. Bring cash. read more

Went riding with my boyfriend over Labor Day weekend, also my birthday weekend! I'm experienced, he is not. I asked to make sure that his first ever time being on a horse was going to be easy, just a walk. They said yes! Well, that was not the case. The guides in the back kept telling the horses to catch up with everyone else, so there was trotting more than half of the time, I even saw quite a bit of the horses starting to canter. Fun for me! Not so much for the new riders and the little kid who's eyes were bulging and looked at me for help as our horses were paired up the whole time. My boyfriend didn't seem to mind too much but he wasn't expecting it. Overall it was pretty fun and I had a great time! Price is Perfect, got a great view of the ocean, loved being in the saddle! I will say I'm an English rider and riding in the western saddle and trying to post up in one is not fun that's my fault though for never trying western before! read more

Not getting what you pay for. Its supposed to be a hour ride and it turned out to be 40 minutes as they are extremely disorganized. Took more than 20 minutes to get every one on the horses and the ride started. I cant say much for the people skills of the people running it either. The lady who takes the money is very rude as are some of the guides. read more

From the moment we arrived we were treated with horrible customer service. The register ignored us while she played on her phone. I watched them yell at kids and yank reins out of a kids hand. During the ride the staff spent the entire ride yelling at everyone without ever actually explaining what they wanted us to do. The only time they were not yelling ( and treating you like you were to incompetent to sit on a walking horse) was when they were smoking. We went here because the horse place down the street (chenois) was closed. Next time we will just go without. read more

I took my mom and daughter here over the summer and I thought this place was fantastic. They were full and able to get us in right away anyways. My daughter has never ridden before and the girl guide stayed by her side the entire time. The ride was long and worth it for the price. The only thing I did not like about this place is there was a young boy (18ish) guide who kept getting angry at his horse who was not cooperating and whipped the horse with his reins several times. read more