I was looking to surprise my wife with her first horse back riding experience. Tried searching for…read moreevery place near me, leaving voice-mail after voice-mail, but couldn't get through to anyone until... until I managed to locate Iron Horse Guest Ranch. Nestled in close to the Renaissance Fair and downtown Magnolia, this was the perfect place; close to our home. Setting up the appointment for a lesson was quick and painless; used facebook messenger to work out the best time. Prices varied, depending on the type of lesson, were very reasonable, and all proceeds went back to the horses on the ranch. I would quickly learn that everyone is a volunteer, as this home is for horses rescued & rehabilitated from someone the harshest circumstances. We arrived to meet with Niki, owner and operator. She was an amazing guide and teacher. She and her son helped explain everything to my wife and I prior to mounting our amazing rides; Gunner & Hershey. They were both very patient with our questions, taking safety very important. Best part of the experience was enjoying the ride without having to take any photos. Niki did all of this for us without having to worry, and sent us all of the amazing pics after the ride. All and all, the hour or two we spent here was very special and we will soon not forget it. Highly recommend a visit if in town for a visit, or even living close by. Helping these amazing animals was the best thing ever!

Visiting from OR and had a great ride! Female-led, plus involved in rescue/rehabilitation of the…read moreanimals. Highly recommend!

LOVE LOVE LOVE them. Wonderful stable and instructors are fabulous. So fabulous I almost hate to…read morereview it so well and make it more difficult to schedule riding lessons. :-) The "horse whisperer" works here that is for sure! I'll let you figure out who that is.

Sherwood has been perfect for our daughter and horse. Jo does the "A" hunter/jumper shows and…read morewe've been extremely pleased with her guidance at the shows and the quality training of both our horse and rider. The boarding has also been top notch and our horse is very well cared for and content. Jo also has lesson horses for beginning riders. Overall, best barn and training we've ever had for our daughter...

Krystle was very patient with us and we are very pleased with our purchase, Gentle Ben. Will…read moredefinitely be purchasing our next horse from them.

Horse was advertised as 17-18 years old. Vet determined horse to be 26-27 years old. Seller refused…read moreto work with me to make it right.

We love Palinas Ponies. As a lifelong equestrian myself getting to get my son off to an early start…read morewith good fundamentals is extremely important. The best part is that the kids get to help get their pony out, groom them, and tack them up prior to riding so they are learning far more than just how to ride, they are learning to be good horse people as well from start to end. We started coming to Palinas Ponies when my son was 2.5 and now a few months into lessons he has progressed so far. He loves pony club day as he calls it, and can't wait for his lesson each week. If you are looking to get your children into riding I highly recommend Palinas Ponies, you will not be disappointed.

False advertising states lessons are 55 min when total ride time is 15-20 min the other time was…read moreshowing pictures of horses a little brushing cleaning hoofs in an unsafe manner. Peop need to know this prior to signing up also didn't allow our granddaughter her makeup lesson. I would not recommend this place for lessons