Our stay couldn't have been better. It was peaceful and serene, and exactly as described. My 7YO…read moreand I loved hiking the property and feeding the animals in the morning. The owner Janice was so kind and patient with my kiddo - we'll definitely be back! The location was close to everything, yet felt like a million miles away. Great value, and very quiet.

The horses seemed tired. I was watching the first group leave as we got there. As they were…read morewalking, I seen the horses "knees" shake and looked painful for them to walk. My horse seemed to have something wrong with its mouth. When we mounted, my horse was chewing on the bridle angrily. The guide instructed me not to pull on the reigns, but my horse kept getting to close to my daughters horse in front of me and making my daughters horse kick mine. I had no choice but to pull on the reigns a bit. The guide did say they have days off. But from what I've seen, they seemed tired and in pain. Their manes were full of tangles and burs. The trail was beautiful.

My wife and I have been together for 24 years. In that time we've gone horseback riding 3 times,…read moretwo of which have been here in Pigeon Forge. Our most recent excursion @ Goldrush Stables and the other @ Big Rock Dude Ranch. Naturally, I can't help making comparisons between the two. Simply put, after this experience we've come to the conclusion we really don't like riding horses, even though we love them! It's just not for us, but we are so glad for all the opportunities. . [ THE RIDE ] We arrived 15 minutes early as requested by the stables to sign waivers and prep for the ride. Our trail guides were saddling several horses as we watched from outside the fence. Once ready, we were summoned to the mounting platform, which makes it much easier for beginners like us. Because COVID-19 has given me a little extra girth, I was given one of the larger horses named Blondie, while my wife rode Fanny. It was Blondie's first ride in weeks (they tend to rest their horses for long periods), so she proved to be rather eager on the trail. Fanny, as my wife soon discovered, doesn't like to get her feet wet. Once all the riders were mounted & instructed, we walked across a wooden bridge to a field and began our ride. Normally the ride would begin by walking the horses through the creek, but rain from the night before had water levels up, so we bypassed it via the bridge. We also bypassed another creek walk further down the trail, which was disappointing since it was one of the main reasons we chose this stable over Big Rock. It was one of the best selling points. We then arrived at a smaller, more narrow creek crossing that both Blondie and Fanny decided to jump, startling both me & my wife. Immediately after the creek the terrain goes uphill, which my horse decided to run. She headed straight into some low-lying branches, almost knocking me off. Her eagerness caused her to not listen very well when pulling back on her reigns and my inexperience handling her didn't help. My wife's horse ran her knee into a tree just after jumping the small creek, so clearly we were having a few issues! LOL Our guides yelled out after my wife's accident "steer your horses", but even after 3-minutes of instruction it's hard to do that properly when the horse seems to have other plans. At this point the trail follows a path into the woods and up and down a fairly good-sized hill. On a dry day I think this would have been a very pleasant ride, but because the trail was muddy, my particular horse kept sliding... BADLY, like something you'd see in a cartoon! It was very nerve racking and made it difficult to relax and enjoy the experience. In truth, I felt sorry for my horse. She was seriously soaked in sweat by mid ride and seemed to walk under every low branch along the way! I believe she was intentionally trying to get me off her back, fo'realz... hahaha! Poor thing. My wife remained frazzled most of the ride as she wrestled with her own fears of not feeling in control. At midpoint the trail loops back into itself and we follow the same path back to the beginning. . [ THE VERDICT ] We learned something about ourselves that I suppose we've always known. Some of the experiences we've had were greatly enhanced because of the joy we felt showing our children how to live life. We did so many things in the name of giving them great memories and now we must reprogram to pursue our own like as a couple, not just as parents. We thought we would enjoy the more open fields & smaller slopes @ Goldrush versus the mountainous trail @ Big Rock, and probably would have if not for the muddy conditions. That being said, the ride time was far shorter and there is little else to do here. Overall we felt like Big Rock was the better value. So why 4 stars you ask? Well, for one I believe most of our dislikes for this ride were either OPERATOR ERROR or just conditions that couldn't be helped. It's just the luck of the draw when dealing with nature. Secondly, I think despite the shortness of the trail, it is perfect for beginners and families with children old enough to ride on their own. [ NOTE TO OWNERS ] I would like to suggest regularly trimming low lying branches along the trail, adding colorful signage reminding riders to watch their knees in at least TWO critical areas and/or add a guide rail to deter the horses from walking so close. Most of us city folk just don't know how to handle a horse!!! Also, since the trail is short and most people these days love photo opportunities, why not build a second mounting/dismounting platform at the top of the hill where riders can have a chance to pause & take pics on or beside their horses. I personally think this would go a long way in improving the experience. TIP WHEN PLANNING A VISIT: Currently they do not allow doubles, so smaller children or kids fearful of riding alone cannot ride (unlike Big Rock which allows small children to ride with parents). ENJOY 2020 / 71

This place was great! We wanted to do something different in this vacation and horse back riding…read morewas something we never have done before! It was cool to get to go up hills and see the beautiful views from riding the horses! I rode rebel and he was great! He wanted to lead the whole time but we stayed in the second spot. Highly recommend trying this place out!

First of all, I am scared to death of horses. I had only been on one 40 years ago, which wasn't a…read moregood experience. However, my group wanted to go and encouraged me to push through my fear. I am so glad I did. The guy who was helping assured me I'd be fine and he'd watch out for me. My horse was Oreo, a beautiful black and white horse. The trail takes about 45 minutes. It was a bit muddy, which they said was unusual, so the horses had to leap around some of the mud, but it still was so much fun. I'd go again, for sure.

This was such a fun experience! Nearly an hour riding trails definately worth the $21! The staff…read morewas great: calm, cool & collected. The trail was hilly and beautiful through the lush forest. Our horses were well mannered and definitely experienced. I'd you have never rode a horse before this would be a fantastic first experience.

Great time was had by all !! They worked very well with all levels of riding from first timers to…read moreold timers! thank you so much!

My wife and I have horse backed in West Palm Beach, Fl and in Corbin Kentucky, and we really like…read morethis place because of the family who owns and operates it. They are so friendly and super patient with new riders... I recommend this place to everyone, it's really a must do.... We love it!

1000% worth it, book the reservation and enjoy the beauty of nature with great people…read more We were running late, Davy Crocketts were amazing. We had 4 first time riders, Davy Crocketts were great! Our girls started out nervous but by the end of the ride their confidence was sky high, you could see it on their faces! The best way to celebrate or just be out in nature. We spent an hour walking through before woods and pastures with wildlife to see! The guides/owners of Davy Crocketts are truly incredible people that have both yours and the horses best interests in mind! Now quit reading this and go book your trail ride!

Exactly what I was seeking. As a horseback rider from Florida we were wanting to see the mountains…read morefrom a horse. Our guide Siera was great. It's hard to do this for a living and then go on vacation and pay to ride horses. This was the second time in my life I've ever paid to ride at another stables and I have no regrets. We chose the 1.5 hour ride. The first hour we were with two other families and the last 1/2 hour was just our family. Horses were great as well. We had Copper, Scooter and BoJack. I will definitely book again in the future.

Really neat camp sites, but hardly anyone there. Advertise…read morea bit and it would fill up.

Words cannot begin to accurately describe this heaven on earth. With all the amenities of home, a…read moregently whispering creek in your own back yard, fireplace, Jacuzzi, boardgames, movies, and a marvelous collection of classic short stories and novels. With Big South Fork only miles away and Cumberland Falls just a little bit further this is the most optimal, affordable, and truly magnificent place to make the world go away. Bravo Mary and Randy Ross...hope to visit your place often.

George and Lucie were excellent hosts and guides! They took the extra time to introduce us to all…read moreof their horses, let us choose our horse, AND allowed us to get acquainted through grooming before tacking up. I've been to several farms throughout the years and I've never had an experience as great as this. They truly care about their horses and riders, and it shows! My boyfriend had never ridden a horse before and was quite nervous, but they made him feel so comfortable in a saddle that he's still buzzing about the experience. It was the highlight of our vacation and we can't wait to go back!

If you are looking to go horseback riding and are hoping for a great time I would highly recommend…read morethis place!! My sister and I recently visited this ranch along with my 73-year-old mother. We were all beginner riders and they took excellent care of my mother as well as my sister and I. They gave us plenty of time to get acquainted with each horse and were even kind enough to give us a little bit of history about them. Their prices were extremely reasonable and the time we had with our horse was not rushed.

What a wonderful experience. Everyone is so kind and helpful. We had a great guide and very relaxed…read morehorses to ride. We chose the 1 hour tour and enjoyed all the beauty around us. Will definitely do again

beautiful scenery on the ride but the ride guide was horrible, very inattentive and not at all…read morehelpful during the ride.