The staff (including the horses) were absolutely amazing! The tour was the perfect amount of time…read morefor first time riders without being too difficult. Next time we're in LA we will definitely be coming back! Both guides were very personable and made us feel comfortable and confident with our riding.

Such a wholesome and beautiful experience! From reserving with beloved Rose to enjoying the ride…read morewith such beautiful horses and people. Ughhhh such an awesome experience! 10000000000/10 recommend

Fun family friendly place to ride great for beginners to grand-prix level. The best part are the…read moreanimals on the property they have all come from rescues. Her pets are her children. Excellent horse care grooms are all very experienced and they treat your horse with love and as if they were there own. Leslie will take you from any level of riding to your dreams of riding in the grandprix or even medal finals. I would highly recommend Acres West!!!!

I took lessons here for 3 years. It's a wonderful place. I hate seeing these horrible reviews!…read moreLeslie loves animals more then anyone I've ever met! It's a beautiful facility and a great place to ride.

Old Canyon Stables actually popped up on my Yelp one day and I was super intrigued. I ended up…read morebooking a lesson here, and fell in love instantly! The barn is so beautiful, charming, and peaceful. The horses are very happy and well cared for. I love their main riding arena -- it's very spacious and the views from the arena are amazing. I've been taking lessons with Becca and she is awesome. She is a great trainer and gives good critique, but is also very encouraging and kind. Trudy is also super helpful and nice, and very responsive whenever I need anything. Everyone here from the staff to the boarders have been incredibly friendly and made my entire experience very positive.

The ranch is beautiful and my first lesson was great, but the communication here is really…read moredifficult. It took multiple calls and emails just to schedule my first lesson. My second lesson was canceled an hour before while I was already driving there (it's almost an hour away for me). They said they'd connect me with a new trainer, but no one ever followed up, and I found myself constantly reaching out again. At that point I realized I shouldn't have to chase a business to take my money. Unfortunately, the experience just wasn't reliable :(

I use to ride at Sage Creek over a 15 years ago. I was introduced to horses here when I was around…read more11-12. I always loved it and will be forever grateful for all the lessons in riding and in taking care of the horses. Beautiful facility. I hope to come back someday to ride again. If you are looking for a riding facility in this area, there is no better than Sage Creek.

My daughter has been riding here for about 5 months now, and we absolutely love it. There is…read moreincredible leadership and instruction here. She is doing her first show next weekend, and her skills have grown exponentially. I'm so grateful to Gaby and team for their commitment.

Lucy Stewart is an excellent and accomplished Hunter Jumper trainer. She has won many championships…read morein Zone 10. Whether you are a beginner or advanced Junior or Adult Amateur, you could benefit from her knowledge of the equestrian experience.

Just got back from my first riding lesson and boy am I sore! It was such a workout! All these…read moremuscles I'm not used to working on- great feeling in my legs =]. Lucy and her staff are all so nice! This was my very first riding lesson and they made me feel safe and secure- it was a little scary being on such a big powerful horse, but he was sweet as can be. So much fun! Can't wait for my next lesson! Thanks Fox Creek Farm!

This was one of the worst experiences I've ever had…read more My fiancée booked a Valentine Lovers Horseback Ride last year, and it was a mess from start to finish. This was shortly after the really terrible rains in Los Angeles, so the horses were absolutely disgusting, covered in crusty mud and dirt all over. I had dressed a little cute to take some nice photos during the ride, which I quickly realized was a horrible mistake because we were told that we had to brush the horses ourselves. Dirt and dust was flying everywhere and got all over my clothes. It took at least 20-30 minutes to complete, and it felt like we were paying THEM to clean THEIR horses. We had made it very clear that we were very inexperienced horseback riders since we had only ridden a horse one time in our lives. So we were just looking forward to a very slow, relaxing ride with some beautiful views. However, after about half an hour of a nice slow walk with the horses, our guide (Wyatt) told us that we had to make our horses start trotting. I said over and over that I did not feel comfortable doing that, and I would prefer to stay at a slow pace. However, he told me that we weren't leaving until I made my horse (Biscuit, who might I add is a retired racehorse with all sorts of trauma, I'm sure) trot. After feeling very uncomfortable and trapped since Wyatt was peer pressuring me to make the horse trot (and I didn't know how to get off my horse by myself), I felt like I had no choice. Within minutes of telling my horse to trot, he started going way too fast for me and I couldn't get him to slow down. As a result, he bucked me off and I slammed on the ground, seriously bruising my kneecap and giving me an awful headache because I hit my head on the ground after I landed on my knee. I was crying the entire time, but instead of Wyatt calling someone to grab Biscuit, he MADE me get back on the horse to go all the way back down the mountain. I was crying and begged him to just let me walk him back down, but he wouldn't allow it and said we weren't going anywhere until I complied. I was so shaken up and in so much pain by the time I got back down the mountain, that I was completely numb to the event. I am so thankful that I am someone who is in relatively good shape because if this had been a child or an elderly person, this could have been a fatal event. DO NOT GO HERE. It's probably fine if you are an experienced horseback rider, but if you are looking for an easy gentle ride, this is the worst option you could possibly choose. I think this is the only review I've ever left a 1 star for because of how dangerous this was. :(

Made and paid for a reservation online. $150.00 and when I get there no signs or information to…read moretell you where to go. My driver honked horn many times and finally someone came out and said they didn't have a reservation for me. Then someone else came out and said they did have one but didn't notice it in their systems. Asked me if I could come back tomorrow which I could not. They apologized and offered me a future bottle of wine if I came back. I don't drink. Property does not look like or behave like a professional business or ranch. Really bummed out as I planned my weekend around this. I would find another place to go riding and/or equine therapy. Zero stars.

I've been here a handful of times now and every time I really enjoy my hike! It's a wide dirt path…read morethat meanders through the canyon. I often see plenty of wildlife including birds, coyotes, and deer. Definitely go during cooler temps, and not over the hot summer months. The parking lot is ample with wide spaces and a pit toilet at the trailhead. I usually hike about 3-4 miles in and back, and then have a picnic lunch at the tables near the parking lot. Highly recommend this trail!

The new parking is great! There are 2 parking areas, up and down the hill, for cars as well as…read morehorse trailers. There is a covered area with picnic tables and restrooms at the top parking area. From the bottom parking there is a small creek in the spring with TONS of tadpoles! Is you want to see wildlife this is the place, coyotes, vultures, and hawks are really common to see when hiking, as well all of the horses and dogs people bring with them!

I have been riding and showing horses for most of my life. I've worked with many different trainers…read moreall over the country in a number of different disciplines, competing at the national level, and Diane is hands down the best trainer I have ever worked with. I initially found Diane when I wanted to learn to jump for the collegiate equestrian team. She teaches jumping from a dressage point of view, so the rider learns how to be secure in their seat and communication with the horse, as opposed to just going along for the ride. In two summers I went from never jumping in my life to being able to safely jump 4 ft. fences and be comfortable on almost any horse. I am now riding dressage with Diane and I have learned more in a few years riding with her than I have in over a decade with other trainers. Her teaching style is very straightforward and honest, and she knows when to push forward, when to change tactics, and when to step back, which is so rare in any type of instruction. Diane is truly a world class instructor and trainer, if you are looking for a place to ride don't hesitate to call her!

I must say that @Schott in the Dark Farms honestly is the best place to learn how to ride horses…read more 3 months ago, when I started, I could never imagine that I would be able to stand up while the horse is walking. Today I can do not only that but also have confidence that I can control the horse with my seat and built a strong foundation of knowledge all around the sport. Diane is a fantastic teacher and take her time to explain the reasons behind everything that she teach. You get to groom the horse every class, which makes you connect to the animal on another level. All animals are kept is best shape and conditions. I always feel like home when I go to my classes. Highly recommend! I met some of their young students and was amazing by level of confidence that the kids build with Diane's help. She also works with kids that have disabilities and they all achieve amazing results!

Absolutely the best place in LA with 0 existing competition! Professional trainers, clean, stable,…read moreclean and well groomed horses.

Hands down the very BEST equestrian training stable whether you're a beginner or more an advanced…read morerider, western or English. If you want to learn to ride, improve your riding or need help training your horses properly, & your nervous as a new rider, the lesson horses there are safe & amazing, & Robert Nava is the guy!! Robert is an excellent horseman but is patient & kind with the lesson goers always pointing out the positive with "great job," or "looks great"! Always Important for confidence building! You learn more there than just riding, grooming, etc. You learn horsemanship! The stable is located on Stokes Canyon in beautiful Malibu!! It's so incredible there, with trails, right out the gate or just taking lessons in the large arena with Robert ~ I love that there is round pen too if needed. Everything you need is there depending on your goals. Western or English & or brand new to horses! Again, Robert is so the patient, so great with kids too! He teaches, safety, patience & confidence!! (I know I say that a lot, but important) ~ Located adjacent to Malibu Creek state park with miles of trails streams & sheer beauty around you! *Robert Nava is the resident horse trainer for Western or English, riders! He's an excellent horseman!!! I'd also like to say that the stables are run really efficiently everything's organized. Everything is clean. They're just all around great there!! After many years since my last horse & older now & not as strong as I used to be, its never to late to get started again & it's been so great taking riding from Robert ~ always learning new things too! Because there is always more to learn there. Whatever your needs, for what you want to do, and he's great how he gets get his students ready for horse shows, too, If that is what they love. He is there at the show with his students, so committed to their equestrian success! Robert is the best. I feel so lucky to have found this stable!! You learn so much more there!! I love everyone there! Robert has a lot of people that work under him. (honorable mention, Art & his nephew so great! So helpful!!) But everyone that works for Robert is so wonderful, no snobs there!! All so amazing & helpful! That is so important it's like a family!! So, again if your a parent looking for a great riding instructor for your kid & want them safe, or you personally really want a good western or English riding instructor or someone to help you train your horse, this is the place to go. One thing about Robert he's big on safety for all age riders. I love everyone there, and Robert is the best I've ever seen as a trainer for your lessons/horse training needs. Kind of a dream come true. Really good at nurturing the young riders ~ This is the right place for you!!! Check it out you won't be disappointed! All ages are welcome!! Thank you RJN Stables Robert & staff, for such a positive experience & helping me improve! I luv it there! Finally, I've been to a lot of stables in my life, and this is hand downs, the best and location, trainer situation and grounds! I want my husband to get lessons with Robert so that when we get our new horse, he can learn to ride better! I'm very happy there! The very best trainer & stables around!!! Yay!

Best quality of care! Happy horses where they can see people…read moreand get more love. Great quality feed and supplements for their health and beautiful arena to exercise. I highly recommend this place.

Too expensive and not a quality learning experience. It's closing down anyway but I didn't have a…read moregood experience at all and feel that I just wasted my time and money without learning anything.