We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Piping Rock Horses! My sister and I both agreed it was the best horseback ride we've ever done. Our guide, Kiera, was fantastic -- knowledgeable, relaxed, encouraging, and clearly wonderful with both people and horses. The scenery was breathtaking, and the ride felt like a real adventure rather than just following a trail in a line. We crossed a beautiful river twice, rode through gorgeous mountain terrain, and truly got to experience the landscape. My horse, Buckwheat, was such a character and made the ride even more fun. We especially appreciated that the ride felt personal, peaceful, and authentic. You can tell the horses are well cared for and that the guides genuinely love what they do. Highly, highly recommend this experience if you're looking for a scenic and memorable ride in the Truckee/Tahoe area! read more

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My husband and I went on a trail ride with Stephanie as our guide and it was AMAZING!! It was a gorgeous day and Stephanie was very knowledgeable, friendly, and fun! The horses are happy and well cared for. Absolutely will come back again. read more

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Lisa does an amazing job with Piping Rock - both in the regular horse program and the camps. The horses are well taken care of and the programs are rewarding and so enjoyable for the kids. Piping Rock turns kids with interest into kids with passion for horses. read more

This place is just great! I've reviewed it a few times before, and I continue to be more and more impressed. The horses are great, and their always-impressive staff match us with the right horse, and then they lead us on wonderful rides. Safety is always a first concern, and the wranglers connect with the riders from start to finish. Lisa, the owner, manages the entire operation, and it really shows. Recently, we've had most contact with Stephanie, but also Kiara--they are both impressive. We've done quite a few private rides with Stephanie, and we have learned so much from her. The whole group has come to feel like family. If you like to ride, or are wondering about it, try Piping Rock-- you'll be very happy! read more

Amazing trail ride!! This is a beautiful facility! The staff are super friendly. The horses are beautiful and very well cared for. Our trail ride was amazing, stunning views all the way through!!!! read more

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I cannot imagine a more perfect way to start the day than riding sweet Whiskey with the most amazing guide, Stephanie. She is so much more than an experienced trail guide -- Stephanie is a knowledgeable historian, an engaging storyteller and an eager teacher of the local flora, fauna and local lore. I'll never pick and smell sage again without thinking of the tale she shared about how cowboys once used it for cleansing back in the day. An early morning ride through the quiet beauty and serenity of the Tahoe National Forest, taking it all in from atop sure-footed Whiskey, was the absolute best start to the day -- and an experience I look forward to enjoying again and again. read more

My daughter is enjoying her instructor so much for her gentleness, patience & deep knowledge of horses. Every time we visit there is something new and exciting, whether it's baby chicks or a new pony or a new skill to try. The instruction is very thorough and the expectations clear from start to finish, including tacking up, tacking down and cleaning up the horse's space. This place clearly aims for health and happiness of both horses and riders! read more

Our trail ride with Piping Rock was amazing! We were staying near South Lake Tahoe where there are nearby stables, but they were nose to tail horse rides. Our party of four did not want to just sit on a horse that followed the horse in front of it. So we drove an hour and a half to Piping Rock and it was so worth the extra drive. Though our party had minimal riding experience, we were able to direct and control our own horses. Plus, the Prosser Creek scenery was gorgeous and crossing the creek on the horses was absolutely thrilling! Moreover, our guide was John and he was awesome! He was so friendly, patient, and knowledgeable, and he accommodated our every request. More importantly, he kept us safe and sound. Our experience with John was so positive, we felt like he was a member of our family! Lastly, the horses were so beautiful, well trained, well maintained, and so easy to ride. I definitely recommend Piping Rock Equestrian Center and John for anyone who wants a fantastic horse back riding experience! read more

I am so impressed with everyone here. I'm very picky about who I take lessons from, and it matters to me how well the horses are cared for, the philosophy of the teachers, how welcoming and inclusive they area this place has it all. A huge shoutout to Maddie and especially Kiara, they are exceptional. Kiara is an amazing teacher and guide. She is knowledgeable, caring, engaging, and passionate about what she does! My daughter and I were honored to have her as our own private guide for our ride thru Prosser creek, and she was just the best in every way a guide would be. I had to book her the next day to give my daughter a riding lesson. I was able to see how adept Kiara is as an instructor as well. My daughter learned so much in one lesson. We will be taking more lessons here with Kiara! read more

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What a wonderful experience. Our trail guide treated us like long, lost friends. It was a beautiful ride with several deer, sightings, amazing birds, and breathtaking views. read more

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Incredible summer camp ! Found this camp online and we will be coming every year now. Our daughter loved it , great staff and she made so many lovely friends. Best in class camp professional , fun, and easy to sign up ect. Thank you Piping Rock see you next summer ! read more

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My fiancé and I visit West Shore every summer and this year we happened to visit on my birthday so I knew I wanted to schedule a trail ride at Piping Rock! I used to have horses growing up so it's always on my list to visit. The staff is ALWAYS friendly and welcoming, Lisa (the owner) is very accommodating. The horses are one in a lifetime horses that know the trails and take care of their riders. From beginner to advanced riders I recommend Piping Rock!! Thank you Avian and Sage for being spectacular tour guides, and a special thank you for Wiley (my horse I got to ride) for being a good boy and letting me trot you around. You made a girls birthday one of her favorites! read more

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My 4 yr old granddaughter was visiting us recently and we signed her up for a week of camp. She absolutely loved it and is excited for next year. read more

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My 12 year old daughter absolutely loves Piping Rock and the horse camp. Thank you Lisa for providing such a wonderful experience and great counselors read more

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The camps look amazing. We do a few trail rides, it was lovely and peaceful. Easy to schedule Great experience and lovely horses!

We took a 2-hour tour with Keira and it was perfect. Our group isn't very experienced but the horses took great care of us. The scenery was breathtaking, and the ride was the perfect length. Definitely recommend for anyone wanting to take a horse ride in Tahoe! read more

Love to ride horse back here! Lisa the owner is so kind and passionate about her business and she has wonderful staff as well! My niece and I ride here every summer and really enjoy the 1.5hr creek trail ride. It's a beautiful ride through the local trees, down some adventurous slopes, and across Prosser Creek - then around and back again! It's a super enjoyable serene ride - I recommended grabbing the first AM ride at 9am! The guides are friendly and attentive to your comfort on the horses. This year's visit, I brought my little kid nieces as well - and enjoyed some pony rides after I completed my creek ride! They also enjoyed the little "petting zoo" onsite, petting the bunnies and goats! Parking is easy, they have a big lot when you pull into the entrance. Make sure to bring some cash to tip your guides at the end! read more

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I highly recommend this business. Keira was an amazing guide. The trail was amazing and peaceful. The horses were well taken care. One of my friends was anxious at first but Keira made her feel very calm and comfortable. Thank you so much. I love my horse Whiskey . See you next year. read more

We found Piping Rock at the start of summer with a couple of trail rides and loved it right away. The staff's approach to horsemanship is so thoughtful and welcoming that my daughter couldn't wait to go back. She ended up spending two weeks at their Summer Camp and had the best time--learning, growing in confidence, and making great memories with both the horses and the team. Such a wonderful place with amazing people who truly care. Highly recommend! read more

Absolutely incredible trail riding experience with Kiara. Our horses, Bella and BonBon, were fancy QHs that truly loved their jobs. They were gleaming, fit, sound, and a blast to ride. The trails were so beautiful and Kiara kept us entertained with history lessons. Can't wait to go back again soon! read more

If I could give it more than 5 stars I would. My 12 year old is in the Extreme Horse Camp and I just finished the Adult Camp. After her first day she said, "that was the best day of my life." Jarrod is a great instructor and takes them on long trail rides, does arena work and has them do chores. They even swam with the horses! My camp was run by Samantha who is a wonderful teacher. We all had a great time and I'm so in love with the horse I rode that I wish I could take him home. BEST horse camp ever. We came all the way from Sonoma county for my daughter to attend. read more

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Rode through beautiful scenery and even crossed the river (highlight)! Got to experience a variety of terrain. Well cared for horses with wonderful temperament. read more

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My 10 year old and almost 6 year old just finished a week of horse camp and LOVED it. It was their third summer doing a week at Piping Rock. Their confidence around the horses has grown immensely. The foundation they learn at piping rock is second to none and their skill is improved upon daily. They run into camp and are all smiles at pickup. The end of week showing to parents proves how far they have come. My younger one has been fearful of dogs but was brave playing with bunnies, goats, chickens, donkeys and now horses which is helping her with her nervousness around dogs. They have fallen in love with horse riding and are already planning their week next summer! In addition to camps , they offer trail rides and various lessons. They also have camp for younger kids which my younger one has done in prior summers and also loved. Highly recommend. Lisa (owner) runs amazing programs and is very helpful! read more

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Fun and informative guide (Taylor). The horses were healthy and ready to go. The trail was remote and quiet. We saw plenty of wildlife. Reasonable rates. read more

We had the best time on our trail ride with Izzy! She took us out for over an hour, and made us feel safe and welcome. She imparted her vast knowledge of horses, so the experience was so educational. The horses were sweet. The scenery is stunning. Would recommend a trail ride here any day!! read more

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One of the best rides I've ever been on! The scenery is breathtaking and the horses are all well cared for and in good shape. The guides were very friendly and seem to truly enjoy their work. Will definitely go back when we visit the area again! read more

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My husband and I took a 1hr trail ride with Tamara as our guide. She was awesome and showed us the ropes on what to do to steer the horses and was so patient with us. We loved it so much that my husband had wished we had made it a 2hr ride. Thx for an enjoyable time on my husband's birthday! read more

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What a great day! My husband set up a trail ride for us. He spoke with Lisa a couple of times and everything was perfect and ready when we got there. Our trail wrangler guide was Jared. What a great guy! He was funny, pointed things out, taught us things we didn't know, made sure we were safe and comfortable, told us some great stories! The time flew by. I rode bubba. Jared told me, Bubba has never made a mistake, he was just a perfect horse and that indeed was true! He took us on the Prosser Creek Trail we crossed the creek a couple of times, he stopped and took some photos for a keepsake. My husband rode Bjorn. Jared told us a really great story about Bjorn. I won't tell you in hopes you get to hear at some point! We chatted with Ed who was also a great guy. The saying, do what you love and you'll never work a day, is so true where Jared is concerned! I hope to take another ride with our grandson when he is an old enough to ride, and will absolutely ask for Jared as our guide! Thank you Piping Rock Horses for a truly enjoyable and memorable day!! read more

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Such a fun experience and super easy to book! The guides were very thoughtful and made sure we were all comfortable on the horses. Wished we could have done the longer ride. Thank you! read more

We didn't reserve anything going to Tahoe. I called the number to see if there was any availability after checking other places, and got lucky (due to a cancellation). I totally appreciated the text messages I got from the owner. She is superb! The experience was great! The customer service was great! The location was beautiful. The only things I need to mention are: - our guide didn't give all of us in our group the orientation. She gave my daughter lots of pointers but not the three remaining including me. This is very crucial especially to those who never had experience with horses. - the trail is through some rocky paths so I don't personally consider it easy or for beginners. It is more for like second or third timers. I don't have lots of pictures since we didn't take pictures during our tour. read more

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Friendly and informative guides, such a peaceful and relaxing ride! The area was beautiful and the horses were friendly!

Great family experience, very knowledgeable staff and great horses. It was fun and exciting.

Words cannot describe the absolute dream of an adventure this was! I took my girls to Piping Rock as an event for my bachelorette party. LISA was an angel from booking to ride time :D When we arrived, she made sure that my whole group was comfortable in the environment. She even partnered my more nervous friends with calmer/slower horses so they'd feel the most safe. All of the horses were gorgeous, very well behaved and the saddles were super comfortable! Along the trail we sang songs, talked to and pet our furry companions as we pleased and even were all posed for an awesome photo-op! The scenery cannot be beat, especially on horseback. I absolutely love horses and cannot wait to go back. Thanks Piping Rock, LISA, her crew and my boy BOSCO for an absolutely unforgettable experience! read more

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My daughter had a wonderful time. Orla was a great instructor. My daughter learned much about horse care, etiquette, and abiding skills. She is looking forward to next summer's camp. read more

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My daughter loves riding at Piping Rock Equestrian Center. She is 9 years old. Started with a few weeks of summer camps, then she joined the Tahoe Horse Kids program, and now in the Sierra Riding Academy . The instructors have been knowledgeable and encouraging as she grew in her skill sets. She has learned how to ride the horses and also how to care for them. read more

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Booked the Prosser creek ride and they were able to team me up with another good rider, as it requires 2 people. I rode Hotshot and he looked like Spirit. Gorgeous dun with sure feet. Kiara was informative abouttge area history and a confident experienced rider. Will for sure be coming back for another ride! read more

Very very nice and helpful staff. We had a very good experience here. The stables are beautiful and trail rides are lovely. We enjoyed visiting and would definitely recommend to anyone searching for a horseback ride! read more

Excellent experience! We loved our guide Alyssa, she was so knowledgeable about the area and She is an expert wrangler. Also all of the horses are very healthy and well taken care of. We loved our experience and would highly recommend Piping Rock! read more

A fantastic afternoon on excellent horses led by a knowledgeable guide. Emily led us through fantastic trails. Stetson and RedDog were a pleasure to ride. We could not have picked a better day or had more fun. Thank you. read more

Piping Rock was the perfect place to bring my 13 year old granddaughter for her birthday! We went on a 2 hour trail ride with Kathy and her daughter, who were both so friendly and helpful. I appreciated only having my granddaughter and I on the trail Ride, instead of having a large group, which really made the ride such a special experience. It's evident that the horses at Piping Rock are well cared for, and the staff seem to really love their jobs. I highly recommend this business! read more

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