The boyfriend and I have come back now and this was our 2nd time coming to Marshall Creek Ranch! We love how laid back it is and.of course, the horses! The first time we came last year, they gave me the shortest horse because I was the shortest rider there! I rode Ziggy, and I was already attached. He's so cute-- I am a big David Bowie fan, so I have nicknamed him,"Mr. Stardust" LOL The first time we came, it had been some years since I had ridden a horse, and the same for the boyfriend. We did the easy walking trail ride-- this year we did the intermediate trotting trail and I asked to ride Ziggy again-- what can I say, I love him.. Although we were initially nervous for reservation cancellations due to the rain and being pushed back a day, they still had great communication as to whether or not we'd be able to have our trail ride. The respond via text message-- so be aware that if you call, they might not answer. The only time they DO call is when you're booking the reservation. It had been raining on and off and so they said the first time they were checking our specific trail, was when we were actually on it. We didn't get to trot as much as I wanted, but it was a little squishy in some areas. The staff is friendly and even take your photo at the end! My thing is that it is very hard to hear them talk when you're on the trail ride. It would be beneficial for them to carry a microphone or something. read more

so first off, they had us ride the horses in circles in very hot weather for about 45 minutes straight -then they finally let us go to the forest. Throughout the ride you will be going very slow and will be in the forest for about an hour. They charge you $1 per water bottle and certain staff have terrible attitudes. My experience was terrible and to top it off one of the staff members spoke the entire ride and I wasn't able to enjoy the scenery. I will definitely not be coming back. read more

Yesterday was absolutely unforgettable! I checked off a lifelong bucket list item: riding a horse. Marshall Creek Ranch turned my dream into reality. We rode along serene trails and ended up beside a beautiful lake. We saw numerous deer that didn't even spook the horses. It was so peaceful hearing nature up close and personal. The ranch patiently provided us with training before taking us out. By far, the best time of my life! The horses were so calm The staff were so gentle and really helped us first time riders feel at ease, making our horseback riding a therapeutic experience. read more

Me and my mom had a great experience. Lee was our wrangler and we had the best time on the beginner trail ride! Lots of fun. Just a heads up they only accept venmo or zelle which was a problem but wanted to mention it for others. read more

My friend took me here for my birthday and it was a blast! The ladies were so friendly and helpful-- we went on an intermediate ride with Summer and Lindsey and they were great! The views were gorgeous and such a fun and relaxing experience. If you've never trotted or even ridden a horse before, the staff helps everyone know what theyre doing to set you up for a fun and safe ride. Highly recommend- will be going back! 10/10 read more

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My family drove 2.5 hours to come ride horses for a horrible experience. We could have went to the other place. I thoroughly read the website during my research phase of planning our trip since my family is traveling. Over the phone I made the reservations and was asked about my child's skill level. He's been riding since 6 y/o, now 12. Everything was explained to me, even double explained and I said I understood. On our day of travel we stopped for lunch before heading to the ranch and was told to confirm we were still coming. I did confirm. I got a text saying that I did not confirm and my reservation could be released. I tried calling and no one answered as the VM said the horses were resting, but they insisted we text instead. Someone called me and I told them I would be there early and they said I could handle payment upon arrival. When we arrived I showed the girl at the desk my text confirmation went through on my side. She didn't even look up to acknowledge it. I took my money out and tried paying her and with my wad of money held out for her to take, she said sign these papers for the adults and the child. I had a very uncomfortable feeling FOR SURE at this point. I would've left if it weren't for my child. There was another group with kids so the other lady called them over to be fitted for helmets. My child went back on his own and told them his needed to be adjusted because the fit wasn't right. We went to the restroom and while I was in there, I heard the same rude lady asking my child if he had been on horses before. He said yes. She asked, "How many times" and then asked "Had he trotted before". I couldn't believe she was saying anything to him. She waited until I was away from him and came way across the building to ask A CHILD! He confirmed everything I already confirmed as the adult responsible. When I came out of the restroom I was refused service and told I couldn't get my money back, but that I could call the owner another day and ask. I said the police will be here if I am not given the money back I just gave you. She said she had to "step outside" to call the owner which she also said when I first arrived and tried to pay her as if something was wrong with us, but I didn't think anything of it at the time. Needless to say, I left with my money and we didn't get to ride horses. We wasted time on our trip and money going there. The lady said he has never had lessons with them so he couldn't go on the ride. That is not on their website. It is open for anyone to sign up and the different levels are explained. We are too advanced to go on most rides when we travel so we sign up for intermediate. It wasn't even the experienced level. I believe she took one look at us and prejudged us as if we cant have experience with horses as well. Just to mention, the other children in the group were not asked these questions upon arrival or pulled to the side to get more info when their parents were around. We camp, fish, and ride horses on a regular basis. I'm disgusted at how we were treated, just post a sign saying you discriminate off the basis of your own prejudice, it would've saved us a lot of time. read more

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We booked a group ride 12/27/2021 and thoroughly enjoyed a 90 minute adventure along the shores of beautiful Lake Grapevine. Our chaperones (the staff at Marshall Creek Ranch) did a great job of coaching, guiding and encouraging us along the way. We loved it! This is a true Texas experience and a terrific way to pursue some out of the ordinary team bonding. Pro tip: ask for and secure an email in writing from the admin staff at Marshall Creek Ranch re: your group ride as soon as possible to minimize questions, clarify expectations, confirm #s / costs, etc. Solid recommendation! read more

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I went here and this was my second time riding a horse and the trail ride was so much fun. I went with my dad and he loved it too.

Me and my husband use to ride horses there ones a week ...we stopped going there after a new girl started working there name Vanessa...she need to keep it more professional...she telling my husband that she has no green card and needs a better job....ask him for his personal number ...he is like ask my wife if she will like that me giving you my personal number... just be careful ladies she's sneaky and will hit on your husband ...unbelievable ....Vanessa needs to be more professional ....we will never go back unless she was not working there anymore.... read more

Very kid friendly! Kat Julie and Briana were awesome! The trail was beautiful and the horses were top notch

Nothing but excellent things to say about this ranch! Everyone was so nice. We were in town for the weekend and decided to go for an intermediate level ride. We had such a great time and Julie was awesome! Definitely recommend read more

I thought the trail ride was beautiful and the horses were really calm! I love that there are beginner intermediate and advanced levels to choose from. Definitely makes the trail ride more exciting to be able to do more than a walk and/or trot. Though the trot was plenty for me! Haha!! The trail was the perfect length and time and we were able to see some pretty cool wildlife! The guides were great and helpful too. I loved it and loved the horses. TIP: Don't wear skinny jeans and low socks though..the stirrups rubbed against my ankle when we trotted. Not the best feeling! Ouch. read more

We went for the Valentines Day ride and had an amazing time! All the staff was nice and very helpful. Cash only so be sure to get some in advance! read more

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Every year my best friend and I take eachother horseback riding for our birthdays. Wanting an experience more than just a normal trail ride, I looked at all of the ranches near by to see what they offered. I found Marshall Creek Ranch & signed us up for a private ride. Best. Idea. Ever! Our guide, Summer, was fantastic! Not only did she show us a beautiful trail, but she also helped us with our riding and gave us great pointers. Super friendly staff, beautiful horses, and great scenery! Highly highly recommend. We will be back every year to celebrate! read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

What can I say that hasn't already been said. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable about not only the horses but also the area. Loved our time there with them. When I go back to Dallas I will be visiting Marshall Creek Ranch again. Great time was had by all. read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Evening trail ride at Marshall Creek Ranch - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

One of the best experiences I have ever had horse back riding! I was in the back of the group and got to talk to the One of the employees, Helen she was great! read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

Called them same day and went horse riding here when I was visiting Dallas, very friendly staff and beautiful calm horses. Really appreciated that they made sure everything was comfortable and the perfect fit and had us go in circles for almost 5-10mins prior to heading to the trail. Due to a past experience falling off a horse I changed my mind before heading to the trail and wanted to get off and they were extremely understanding and kind about it. Would love to go there again. Highly recommend! read more

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Wonderful experience. We were able to book the week of for a Friday evening ride. The scenery was gorgeous and the ride was a good length for a beginner. read more

My best friend and I took her 3 kids and my two nieces horseback riding for her daughter and my oldest nieces birthdays. We had 9 people total. I loved this place. The staff are amazing and so educated. I felt safe the entire time and so did the kids. All the horses behaved for the most part. There were a few trouble makers but that's just how horses are and it was kind of funny. The ride was a decent length and we had a blast! I would defiantly come here again. read more

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Loved it! My husband surprised me for our anniversary and took me here. Haven't ridden a horse for a a while but everyone there was extremely knowledgeable and helpful and I was confident again in no time. The owner Shandera Les our ride and she was wonderful. Horses are well taken care of, happy, healthy and love to go out. Trails are always different so it keeps the horses interested! Bring sunscreen and water. read more

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We just finished an intermediate trail ride at Marshall Creek. It was fantastic! We have a group of 4 celebrating my sisters birthday and had a great experience. Summer and Lindsey did a great job and the trail was beautiful . We have been in several trail rides and this was the best. Horses were responsive and looked great which isn't always the case. Definitely recommend!! read more

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Excellent riding experience! First time back in the saddle in a few years. Summer made sure our ride was fun, safe and informative. We rode the Corp of engineer property by the lake so it was a pretty ride. I'll certainly be back! read more

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This was the most organized and professional trail ride I have ever been on. They know what they are doing!! Friendly, knowledgeable, helpful. The place is easy to find, and it's a beautiful ride through the woods and out to the lake and back again. Lots of information given about the area as you ride along. I can't recommend this highly enough! Wonderful! Thank you Katie and team!! read more

Took my daughter here for a trail ride without a reservation in advance and was able to get her a spot and she seemed to enjoy it. The people are nice and horses look fine for trail rides. Cost is reasonable, so I can recommend this spot to others generally. read more

We were visiting from Washington state and our family all got together to ride horses. The guides were so helpful! They were great with our guided riders. We were a big group and they made sure all information was passed through our entire pack while riding. Throughout the ride, the guides told us about our horses personalities and what to expect! It really was a great time! read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

Summer was an amazing guide. We all 3 had a great time. We will be back bringing friends that come to visit. I was a great way to spend the day with guest. read more

As a lifelong rider and horse owner, let me say that I was impressed with the condition of these horses. Most dude ranch horses are overworked and underfed. These horses were neither. They had a good range of horses for all levels of riders: I got a feisty little mare, and my non-horsey boyfriend (I'm working on it) got a sweet, tamer gelding that still had plenty of life. The wranglers lined us up before the ride and handed out loaner gloves and ear warmers to anyone who needed/wanted them -- very thoughtful, and not something most dude ranches would do. The ride took us through some beautiful woods and along the shores of Lake Grapevine. I think it'd be a great thing to do with friends visiting Texas. Very stereotypically Texan. haha. To address Steve W.'s comment, let me say this: a woman fell off during our ride too, and it was because she screamed when the horse started trotting, which spooked the horse, and so the horse jumped forward and she fell off. Big surprise. Horses are prey animals; they're instinctively always on the alert for predators. Sudden, loud noises (or even some weird-looking bush) can scare them. If you're going to get on a horse, you should recognize that there is NO guarantee you won't fall off. Generally, dude ranch horses are selected for being fairly safe and non-spooky. But accidents still happen, because they're ANIMALS. That said, WEAR A HELMET WHEN YOU RIDE, ALWAYS. NO EXCEPTIONS. The best riders in the world ALWAYS wear a helmet. There is NO shame in wearing a helmet. It's the smart thing to do. read more

GREAT experience ! The girls were so sweet and so helpful. It was a nice long ride, the horses are trained very well, be careful with phantom he has a mind of his own . But I will be back , this is definitely a MUST DO if you are even considering. Great job ladies , the experience was very much appreciated. read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

Had an amazing time here today!! I will definitely be returning with my husband!! Me and my cousin had an amazing time!! The staff was amazingly f riendly and warm!! read more

If I lived closer, I would be a frequent guest. The people are so friendly and helpful. The horses were great too. If you're doing a 2 hour trail ride, make sure to plan to be there longer because it takes awhile to get everyone on the horses. We were supposed to head out at 2pm, but someone(customer) was late, so we were waiting for them to show up. They also had a late reservation and more horses had to be saddled up. By the time we left the ranch to begin the ride it was after 2:30. read more

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Such a relaxing and beautiful trail ride along Grapevine lake. They have great, well-behaved horses and different riding levels as well. I love going in the morning time! The staff is always educated and helpful. Highly recommend them! read more

Nice, peaceful horse back ride! Initially, I was a bit nervous, considering I haven't ridden a horse since I was a kid. The instructors were very helpful and my horse was great (Apache). Great place for beginner riders! read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

Marshall creek was amazing! The girls there are very comforting for any nervousness you may have and pair you with the right horse for you. They will also take pics in the end for you! Ask all the questions you want, they are more than happy to answer! Loved it! read more

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I had a blast horseback riding, the staff was great and made sure everyone was comfortable. The trail was great, and the scenery even better. Part of the trail runs along Grapevine lake, we even got to walk our horses up to the water for a drink. Such an amazing experience! read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

My family went today and it was amazing!!! Ages 10-40s and we were all so thrilled. It was creeks and lake views and trotting. Our girls (who have all taken lessons) were so happy and it fulfilled their desire to ride. Will highly recommend!!!! read more

This is the most awesome place to ride. It was a long ride. Not too long though. Chelsey was the perfect guide. Told us what and how to do without being pushy. read more

Rode with the lady who owns the horses. My friend and I had a lot of fun. Best price from what Ive researched in the area to ride as well.

Very nice horseback riding trail. The trail goes through the woods and by the lake. The riders can view some wild life on the trail. The evening trail is probably better than the morning trail. You get to enjoy the sunset and cool summer breeze. The staff was very friendly and professional. Haley, Sumere, Mina, Avery, Jessi, and Sam well-instructed every rider. They gave safety top priority. I was amazed that all the staff was young but showed tremendous maturity in guiding and leading the group. They had patience for handling the trail tour. There was a mix-up with my booking but they were able to solve the issue quite easily. Overall, my friends and I had an amazing experience. We will definitely go back to this place for more rides. I hope I get the same staff on the next visit. Thank you Haley, Sumere, Mina, Avery, Jessi, and Sam for amazing visit. read more

Absolute blast! Ride was long, we got to trot on the intermediate trail, and as it got dark there were fireflies EVERYWHERE! Haven't seen them in years due to all the pesticides so what a treat. I rode Apache who was described as the horse with A.D.D. and yeah we went off road and rubbed up against a few trees but its an animal and they are anything but predictable so I didn't mind. We saw some deer and a coppperhead which the lead horse stepped on. The staff was very friendly the entire time. Cant beat this for $50. When the kids get older we are bringing them back. But the glued on smile my wife had the entire time was worth it alone. read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Apache and Gunsmoke. - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

I went on a trail ride today and it was amazing, even though we didn't do the full trail. The staff were very welcoming and answered any and all questions. As this was my first time riding a horse, they made me feel real comfortable and gave me the sweetest horse, Sisco. All of the horses were beautiful, I was in awe. I am so excited to go back. I plan to bring family when they come to visit. read more

Marshall Creek Ranch - Sisco and I - Summer Camps Near Me - Southlake, Texas

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