This is a wonderful place. Nan, the manager, is extremely intuitive and develops a unique…read morerelationship with each horse. That says, she can tell when even the slightest thing is off with them. Tons of trail access a huge plus.

I am so lucky to have landed at MSR! Nan is truly wonderful, extremely knowledgeable and a crazy…read moreawesome cook too! Lots of trails to ride, good friends to ride with and peace of mind knowing my two boys are well cared for, are just a few of the many reasons I love it here!!

I've been boarding and riding at Ciara West for over a year. Ciara West has a great barn manager,…read moreSteven. He is incredibly engaged in making Ciara West run well and comfortably for horses and people alike. The facilities include an indoor arena, an outdoor dressage court, and a round pen. There are several small trails for general exercise around the property. You can keep your horse in a box stall with turnout, in a solo paddock with cover, or full time paddock. Ciara West feeds real deal hay three times a day. There are three bathrooms one in the upper and two in the lower barn. The weather at along skyline is typically not so hot as down in the valley. The view at sunset of the ocean is spectacular. Finally, there are trainers available across multiple disciplines. And the community of equestrians is welcome and friendly.

Great barn with no drama, excellent trainers and all day turnout. Management is thoughtful and…read moreresponsive, workers appear happy, and horses do well there. Even the barn cats are extra cute!

Great facilities and they have an area for retired horses to roam…read more Pens are bigger than most. They offer turn out, feeding and cleaning as part of their daily program.

Johnny and Jennifer Cozzolino were very good about keeping an eye on my horse during the time we…read morehad our horse Gunner there. If anything appeared different, Jennifer would contact me to let me know that there was a change. Most boarding facilities don't do that. Both Johnny and Jennifer are very nice people and that's who you want to care for your horses. The only reason we moved was to be closer to my house otherwise we would still be there. Most of the boarders have been there a long time. I recommend this facility for boarding your horse.

We love this place! My daughter has been taking lessons here for a few months and I couldn't say…read moreenough nice things about this place. Diane and my daughter's instructor Kailey have been such a huge part of my daughter's healing and happiness. I do believe that horses provide therapy and this has seriously been life-changing for my daughter. In the short amount of time, she has learned so much about riding, horsemanship, and has a real passion to keep learning and going far in the sport. I haven't seen her so passionate about anything like this in a long time. They really take the time necessary to train each person on every aspect of horses and horse riding. It's beautiful to watch and I love having my daughter come home and tell me all of the things that she's learning. It's hard work but the feeling of accomplishment is like nothing you can imagine. I have seen several of the instructors and every single one of them is very positive and uplifting and I am not used to that because in the past when we have been around riding instructors, I have noticed that there has been a lot of negativity. Not at Sun Valley equestrian - it's all about positive energy and loving what you do. I just can't thank them enough for the impact they are making in my daughters life.

I board my gelding at Sun Valley Equestrian and couldn't be happier. There is a wonderful arena to…read moreride in with beautiful scenery surrounding you. I've seen many riding academies and Sun Valley is one of the best out there. They have several different trainers to bring out the best in you and your horse. They are able to cater to beginning riders as well as advanced riders for lessons, schooling shows, etc. Their students are taught all aspects of horsemanship so they understand safety as well as a bond with the horse they are riding. The trainers are knowledgeable, friendly and always willing to give a helping hand if you need it. The trainers are highly skilled and each have their own specialty. There is a multitude of knowledge and years of experience in this barn. The owner, Diane, is a great business woman who cares about her staff, students, horses and her boarders. This is a rare thing to find. Her business is truly an equestrian family!

Idyllic, serene and welcoming!! The highlight of my day!!…read more Whatever you are looking for -Boarding, lessons, trail riding etc- On A Lark Farm has it all! Becky Witters is a longtime Woodside resident, amazing trainer and natural horsewoman. I have been here since January and am loving every moment!!! With easy access to all the local trails On A Lark Farm is ideal for all levels of trail riders!

Great location with access to Wunderlich and Woodside trails. Small, chill horse boarding option…read morewith currently about 12 wonderful horses.

I don't have a horse but my daughter takes riding lessons from Denise Montoya, and it's been a…read morewonderful experience for my daughter. She's been taking lessons from Denise for a little over a year now and is quite good! She can now canter and is very confident on her lesson horse Stormy. Denise is very knowledgeable and patient. She is really big on safety of both the rider and the horse. She really care about both, which in my book, makes a lot of sense. From my observations and hearing her explain things to my 11 year old, she is top notch! I highly recommend her for lessons! Best way to contact her: 1-650-534-6626.

Awesome ride for my daughters 7th bday my wife and girls loved it! Beautiful ride down to the beach…read morewith amazing views! Great staff and very helpful for all level of riders and being a first time rider it went Great!

This was such a cool experience today! The owner invited me to take a tour of the place and see the…read morehorses and talked to me about what they do. It was so cool! I will take all my friends and family there for horseback riding. Look at this silly one taking out his tongue for the selfie as if he knows what to do already. All the horses there were friendly and they wanted to be petted. I definitely recommend it!

As an adult returning to riding after almost a 15 year hiatus, I've been thrilled to find such a…read morewelcoming community at Trillium. Etsuko, Yulia and Alexis are incredible trainers - each with their distinctive style & a deep passion for equitation. They go above & beyond to make themselves available to their students and are invested in seeing them improve and reach their goals - all while having fun along the way. I've progressed more in my riding in the past two months than I ever did learning to ride in my early teen years. The schooling horses are absolute gems, the barn is wonderful & well maintained, and the Trillium community is vibrant! I've loved getting to know my fellow classmates and encouraging one another to learn and grow. Being part of Trillium has been a pure joy. I've loved my experience so far and would recommend to anyone - no matter your age or level of experience!

Great trainers and location. I love working with the horses! It has had hugely positive influence…read moreon my mental health.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Maaike. My daughter has been training with her for a…read morefew years and has grown immensely in both confidence and horsemanship. She now rides Western, English, and is even jumping courses. Maaike is consistently positive and encouraging, with a deep understanding of new riders. She ensures that each rider progresses at their own pace, making the entire experience enjoyable and supportive.

Did an hour long trail ride and had a wonderful time. Great with inexperienced riders. Stunning…read moreviews. They clearly love and care for their horses. Would highly suggest checking this place out.

This is a no frills boarding stables as far as facilities go, but the care they provide is above…read moreaverage. You can tailor your horse's diet the way you want (with choices of alfalfa, grass hay, and oat hay) and they will even supplement your horse (you provide) with no charge. My horse was out in pasture right and they limit the # of horses to 8 in the 7 acre field. They also have free trailer parking (although the parking lot gets VERY crowded during the weekends). The three stars are from the following negatives: snobby boarders. Amazing how just a few people can ruin your experience. Just because my horse is in pasture and yours looks like Malibu Barbie's horse protected from head to toe in blankets doesn't mean that I'm lower on the totem pole. The road going up to the ranch will DESTROY the shocks on your car. It's also very narrow and I have gotten my 3/4 ton truck STUCK on the side when I was letting a huge trailer pass by (they had to pull it out with a tractor). No back shoes on horses in pasture. I endurance ride, I need shoes.

This is a beautiful beach that is tucked away off the main highway. There's a paved path to walk…read morealong if you don't want to get sand in your shoes. There's a lot of parking, but it's not free. I don't mind paying for parking, however only one of the two kiosks weee working and they don't accept cash.

Poplar Beach has become my reliable weekday sanctuary. I've lost count of how many times I've made…read morethe trip here, and it never disappoints. The weekday timing is key - easy parking, virtually no crowds, and on those perfect sunny days, it's absolute gold. I've turned it into my outdoor office of sorts, catching up on phone calls and meetings while walking the coastal trail. There's something about taking a strategy call with ocean views that just hits different. The versatility is what keeps me coming back. Feel like getting closer to the action? Walk down to the beach and let the waves do their thing. Prefer to stay dry? The cliff-top walking trail offers killer views without the sand in your shoes. When you need to clear your head or just want a change of scenery from the workspace - then hit 92 on the week day and head out here - bonus there is no traffic on a week day!!