I had a abundance of carrots and pears so instead of throwing them away I reached out to Michon in…read moreemail. I met Michon and Mike today and one of the volunteers when I dropped off the food. They are so nice and I plan on bringing my daughter to try out horse riding. Michon stated that her volunteers and donations are so important. Great people doing great work

We took our daughter and her two friends to The Horse Experience as a birthday gift. Michon,…read moreMichelle, and Janet were incredibly patient and fun with the kids. Bruce and Sebastian (the horses) were gentle with the kids and happily accepted treats after the rides. We were given ample time to enjoy ourselves and never felt rushed.

Amazing place!! We have taken our horses here to board for short trips (2-5 days) several times we…read moreare never disappointed with lovely accommodations, wonderful staff, and owners who treat precious babies so well!

I first met Barbi in Huntington Beach more years ago then I want to admit. She was my hero. The…read moreonly one at that time that teaching you to ride and connect with their horses. You can imagine my surprise when I found her again when I moved to SLO so many years later. I boarded my horses at their place and knew it would be clean and the horses well feed. Also close to trails leading down to Montano de Oro I think the greatest thrill was taking my grandniece for a lesson with Barbi. She didn't disappoint. Her ability to communicate and influence your horses gait attitude and suppleness was fine tuned. My grandniece and I were blessed. Thank you Barbi for being a true professional and notexcepting anything but there best from any rider. Her accomplishments in the Dressage World are legendary.

Such an amazing experience with Central Coast Trailrides!…read more We just got back from our ride and absolutely loved it! I rode Dolly, who was such a sweet, smart lady. I felt safe and relaxed with her, and the experience really helped me regain my confidence on a horse. My husband is a much more experienced rider, but he'd been off a horse for about six months and was starting to get a little grumpy without his horse time -- so he definitely needed this ride! It was wonderful that we could both enjoy the experience despite having different levels of riding experience. Summer was a fantastic guide--knowledgeable, relaxed, and genuinely so sweet. She made the whole experience feel comfortable and fun. You can tell there is a lot of love and care behind what they have created at Central Coast Trailrides, from the horses to the people and the overall experience. We had such a great time and are so happy we found them. Thank you guys for a beautiful ride and some wonderful memories. We will absolutely be back! Till next time! -- Ciara Sharrock

As a horse owner myself, I was a little skeptical going into a two-hour trail ride while I was…read morevisiting, but it ended up being such an enjoyable experience. It was nice to simply relax, turn off my brain, and enjoy the ride without worrying about anything else. My horse had a fun, spunky personality that reminded me so much of my own gelding back home, which made the experience even more special. The trail took us through beautiful rolling hills, vineyards, and areas full of wildlife, making for some incredible scenery. Our guide, Brian, was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly cared deeply about the horses and their well-being. The ranch also provided thoughtful extras like cold water, sunscreen, and bug spray, which were very appreciated on a warm day. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, scenic trail ride with well-cared-for horses.

Great learning facility! Horses are great for all levels. Well run and safe place for kids, teens…read moreand adults.

An absolute romp!! Megan and her crew bend over backwards to make the experience a memorable one…read more Blessed with a great stable full of amazing "polo ponies" she has a mount for every type of rider, from timid beginner to enthusiastic dyed in the wool equestrian!! I highly recommend her stable as a place to learn, brush-up or just brush on some ponies! She keeps it fun, organized and safe for every level of rider. Other amazing bonus opportunities include learning to play polo, and who doesn't love that? Truly a great place filled with great people. They often enjoy after "chukker" fireside hangouts and the amazing views of Hollister peak in the background. I can not recommend Central Coast Polo Club and its wizard behind the curtain, Megan, with more pride and gusto!! An amazing experience guaranteed!!

Our friend group was staying nearby for the weekend and thought this experience would be fun. We…read morewere right. We learned a lot about the family passion that led to the opportunity of even being able to peek at these majestic animals. Tip: bring a big bag of carrots, maybe 2. The Clydesdales look for those snacks and will give you a lot of attention in return. We brought a lunch from a nearby shop and ate it while we were pulled in the trailer. The entire time was pleasant. I recommend it and the kids around us were so happy. Great idea!

What an awesome experience. Let me start by saying this was my best friends idea and I just went…read morealong for the ride literally. I was amazed on how much I ended up loving it. They send you pretty detailed instructions for the tour. Once you arrive, you park outside the gate, then they come get you so you can follow them into their massive property. They are great with providing instructions for those who are nervous and even those who are experienced. Just the right amount of time for the group to go on the trail ride, take photos and enjoy the outdoors. There's a nice stop where they take amazing photos of you and the view. There's porta potties at the ranch so if you need to go try to go beforehand.

What an amazing experience! The two gals that worked as guides were so good at their job. They made…read morethe experience even better with their knowledge and dedication. Not only did they make the trail ride amazing, you could tell they were super hard workers and took great care of the animals. The trail itself and view were gorgeous! The entire experience felt rustic and real. Great job!!! My daughter and I would love to ride again when we are in the area. If you like riding horses, you should treat yourself to this experience

Amazing experience. I took some family out for a horseback ride and it was so worth it. Everyone…read moreworking there was so polite and kind. Super helpful with us first timers. The horses were well taken care of and just such sweethearts with great personalities. The view on the one hour like ride was spectacular. The price is very reasonable. I highly recommend this hike.

Very kind family. Beautiful horses. Well organized. Bring carrots to feed the horses.read more

Had an absolute blast riding there. Wish I could go back more. The ride to the dunes was so much…read morefuns and the beach pictures were stunning.

My fiancé (then boyfriend) surprised me with a sunset beach horseback ride, where he ended up…read moreproposing. Our guide Lukas was great! Friendly and made the experience even more memorable for us. He took a ton of photos without us needing to ask him to and captured a wonderful video of the proposal. We had such a great time and we will definitely be back! Incredible experience.

Pure MAGIC! The sunset ride is a great mix of…read moretrail/orchard scenery and a good amount of beach time! Lukas was our guide and was very helpful- even took a ton of pics for us! He also knew the horses all very well in regards to their personalities. Definitely worth it as a bucket list adventure.

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Shangri-La Horseback Riding at Santa Margarita Lake…read more Victoria and John were awesome from start to finish. Victoria made us feel comfortable right away, took the time to explain the ride, with safety paramount, so we felt confident before heading out. We have done other trail rides in the county. This is a unique trail ride with varying terrain and views you will not find anywhere else . Victoria led us through some of the most beautiful trails near Santa Margarita Lake. The scenery was incredible, with gorgeous lake views, peaceful trails, and wildlife along the way. It felt like the perfect mix of adventure, nature, and relaxation. They also have goats, and they were absolutely adorable! Victoria and John clearly care about their animals and their guests, and it shows in every part of the experience. We would love to join them again for another adventure and highly recommend Shangri-La Horseback Riding to anyone looking for a memorable ride in a beautiful setting.

My granddaughter and I rode with the owner Victoria. Horse…read morewere GREAT, Victoria, the Owner, was GREAT, scenery was GREAT. We'd totally go back!