Been coming to RR for over 22 years. You'll find no better trainer, teacher and friend than Lou…read moreRoper. Love it here. My horses wouldn't be cared for and trained by anyone else.

Great place, fine people. Learning a lot in a short time.read more

Sonya is the most fabulous and dedicated trainer I have ever had the pleasure of learning under…read more Not only Does she advance your goals, but also teaches you how to be independent and feel confident while Riding. I have ridden with her for almost two years now and I never thought I would be able To compete. She gives her students every opportunity to learn and become successful. And that's just with students! I had a horse with her for 30days and what came Back to me was a beautifully well trained horse. I've seen her help so many owners and help them get on the right path with their horse. She really cares and loves what she does and it shows.

This ranch deserves all the stars'! First and foremost their horses; their horses are healthy…read morelooking, honestly some of the healthiest and not over worked looking horses at a ranch I've seen in a while. We've been to places that you think "Those horses look sad, like they need to rest and get vitamins", not these horses! So good looking! Impressive! Besides the beautiful well taking care of horses, the owner/ instructor Sonja is a hard working Lady. She has wonderful tips and coaching style in the arena when working one on one and in groups. Impressed that she has such a grasp on Western and riding techniques and coaching queues. Very happy our daughter is riding here now, and can't wait to see where SR and Sonja can get her in the future.

My sister and I have been riding with Lance and his business since 2006. Lance Bennett is the owner…read moreand he is a phenomenal instructor. I took a long break from riding but my confidence has grown with him and I have improved greatly. Great place to learn how to ride horses and I always look forward to my lessons!! The horses are well trained, well cared for and very docile. Highly recommend Rancho Vista!!!

Lance and Scott are awesome people. They run an outstanding boarding and training operation…read more Their main business is Freisian horses, which are incredible animals. I have enjoyed watching them work and practice. The facility is really nice and clean. Never a dissappointment.

I've been around horses for my entire life. But, it was not until I started riding with Jody @Del…read moreDios Training Stables that I re-gained confidence in riding and around horses. Jody taught me a lot about horses, not only riding and proper equitation, but also the horsemanship, which makes a big difference if you want to be really good with horses and understand them better. During the 6 years that I've been with Jody, I'v significantly improved my equitation. We also started circus contortion with horses, and now introduced trick-riding. Jody can help anyone achieve their dream with horses. Jody's horses are all very well taken care of. They are more like dogs than horses. They're very lovely and friendly - a true joy to ride. I highly recommend Jody's riding school to anyone who want to give horseback riding a chance, or - hone their skills.

I have worked with many trainers over the years, but Jody Childs of Del Dios Training Stables is by…read morefar the best trainer I have ever worked with. She breaks things down in an easy to understand format making the training experience extremely easy & enjoyable. Whether you are a complete beginner; wanting to learn to trail ride; someone coming back from a bad experience on a horse; retired and decided you wanted to learn to ride a horse; just need a tune-up; need show and obstacle training; Jody can help you will literally anything. Her vast knowledge with horses and training is endless. I have seen young kids to senior citizens in lessons with Jody and they are all riding like they have been riding for years. Best training ever. You will leave wanting to come back for more. The horses are all mostly gaited which means they are as smooth as silk and very safe; no bouncing or jarring to your back. Some of her horses even do tricks which she might show you if she has time--ask her about Chromie. If you are looking any kind of interaction with horses or lessons, look no further. This is a the place to go! Happy Trails!

I was a little hesitant about Rawhide Ranch based on reviews, but several friends had said their…read morekids LOVED it-- even the kids who weren't into horses. We sent my daughter and her best friend (both age 10) for the first session 2026 and they LOVED IT!! They can't wait to go back and already miss it. My daughter rated it 9/10 - she didn't love the food and the showers weren't the best, but she wore crocs and did just fine showing every day. She rode daily, learned about all kinds of animals, and enjoyed the town-- which was quite impressive. Laser tag, climbing wall, arts & crafts and pony bucks for the store - she was living her best life! Tips: bring a handheld fan - the days are hot! And a cowboy hat (you can buy them there at drop-off). And bring a fitted twin bed sheet! The wagon mattresses were dusty. Plus a blanket or sleeping bag. Jeans and boots for riding . $100-$125 in pony bucks (or less and you can monitor their spending... money goes fast on snacks, drinks, fans, souvenirs, etc.)

My 11-year-old son attended Rawhide Ranch for a one-week summer camp. As part of the camp's policy,…read morechildren do not have access to electronics or direct communication with parents during their stay. Prior to camp, we arranged a simple system where he could signal me through a snack purchase if he needed help. Early on the third day, he used that signal. I called the camp and did not receive a response. After approximately eight hours, I called again and requested to speak with the camp director, I was eventually connected with the camp director, who indicated there had been an issue earlier that day involving my son and wrong medication being given. After insisting, I was allowed to speak with my son. He was clearly distressed and informed me that he had been given the wrong medication that morning. Instead of his usual over-the-counter allergy medication, he was given a high-dose antidepressant not prescribed to him and not intended for a child his age. According to the information provided to me, staff at the health office realized the error and attempted to have him self induce vomiting with a spoon, (he was instructed to stick the spoon down his throat), which was unsuccessful. They then contacted poison control for guidance. At no point during this process was I notified. After speaking with my son, I decided to pick him up immediately. When I arrived, I found communication from staff to be limited, and I was unable to get clear or detailed information about the incident despite asking direct questions. I requested to speak with the camp director, who eventually met with me. During that interaction, I found his demeanor to be notably nonchalant given the circumstances. The situation--a child being given the wrong medication and the parent not being notified--was presented in a way that did not reflect the level of concern I would have expected. When I attempted to ask for clarification and express concern about what had happened, the conversation became extremely tense. There was a clear difference in how seriously the situation was being viewed, and the discussion escalated into a heated verbal exchange. Given the lack of clear communication and the response to what I consider a serious safety issue, I made the decision to withdraw my son from the camp that same night. Following the incident, I contacted the camp multiple times. I was initially told that a refund would not be provided, though I was offered a credit for a future summer. After further communication, I did receive a refund. I also attempted to reach out to members of the organization's leadership to share concerns about the incident. This experience was extremely concerning, particularly given the seriousness of a medication error involving a child and the lack of timely parent notification.

What a beautiful, just a little bit deep in the city of Vista, off Golpher Canyon. I had been here…read morebefore with my goddaughter and her mom. She has her horse riding lessons here. They board horses here as well. The grounds are well kept. I don't know any of the staff so I can't brief you in that area. They have an area for outdoor party events, birthday parties, bridal showers, small weddings, etc.. So kick on your boots and check out the place, you may want to hold an special event here.

We couldn't have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding! Lindy is honestly a superhero - she…read moretook us under her wing from day one and helped us every single step of the way, never once putting any pressure on and always being on hand at any time for any questions or sudden bridal stresses! She keeps a cool head and always has a huge smile on her face, I felt as if I'd known her for years after the very first meeting! She helped every step of the way, from planning, to suggesting vendors like the DJ and officiant, to helping with set-up and adding her own little touches to the tables. On the day, Lindy helped calm me down when I was nervous, kept everyone in touch among the two parties when we were getting ready, but while she worked she stayed so under the radar, quietly and almost unseen just cleaning up and making sure everything was running smoothly; I cannot sing Lindy's praises enough! The venue itself is sublime - rustic, beautiful, intimate but open and with plenty of space for any party. We had around 50 guests which is way below capacity but the way Lindy and her team arranged the tables made it feel just right. For a fairly cold evening (January wedding), the fire pit and the two heaters they provided were most welcome! We even had a most welcome and blessed visit from site cat Ninja who was a big hit! Everything was just utterly perfect, all our guests said this was one of the best weddings they had ever been to. If you're looking for a beautiful outdoor venue, you will not find a more perfect place than Quail Haven. Thank you so much for everything Lindy!

Patty Morton is cruel and petty. Has kicked a 11 year old out of her program. Patty stated that we…read morewere unappreciative of her and not suited for her program. Patty is not upfront with her costs, neglects her horses, and needless to say unprofessional and lacks business experience. Very disappointed after 2.5 years building relationships and then to be treated so crude. My daughter is devastated and fails to understand why someone could be so cruel to a child that loves horses and being at a barn with her friends. I would never recommend this barn after learning how the owner mistreats her clients.

I took riding lessons at Pathfinder Farm through Palomar College over 20 years ago, and looked them…read moreup to see if they were in business after all these years. I've since moved to another state or would have loved to stay on there in some form, even as a volunteer. I am extremely pleased to see that Patty Morton's farm is online and doing well. I had such an incredibly positive experience training there, under Patty"s direction. It was actually a life changing experience for me and a memorable time in my life that I will cherish forever. I turn 50 this year and trained there when I was in my 20s for a semester. It left an impactful impression on me. I used to ride Gracie, and it made me so happy to see her mentioned on the website under featured rider. I can't say enough good things about Pathfinder Farm - great training, positive experience and life changing! I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone considering this experience. Wish there were higher marks than a five.

Omgahhh this was so needed!!! The only thing I really was surprised about was the trail, it's kind…read moreof like a neighborhood one. It's still a great ride on these Magestic animals, couldn't be too disappointed because I truly wanted to jus ride. It's been so long, since I was a teen since I've been on a horse and my heart needed this. I've always wanted a stable full of horses, hey, a girl can dream. I'm so mad bc I cannot remember our trail guide but she has been working there only for eight months as of 4/18/26. She was the best and easy to talk too. We loved all the horses! I got to ride Ranger and he was so hungry during our trail ride. Had me thinking, do thy feed them lol but I just let him do his thing and she did as well. We all just let the horses eat and chill too while taking the trail ride. We wanted them to enjoy themselves too! My man rode Mega and he's huge! Also, he's their youngest horse and I cannot remember the name of the other horse but I did ask their ages. Many horses live around forty years and Mega was seven, Ranger was 15 and the horse guiding us was 20. It was such a nice day to ride. Don't come here having to use the bathroom lol. My one complaint about the trail is their lack of cleaning it! There was a toilet that has been there on the trail a while, I'm not sure if someone dumped some fish eggs on the trail, there was a little patch that they need to clean asap! They're probably just use to it and might not notice but there and lots of flies over it and I'm not sure why someone wouldn't want to take pride in the trail. I'm hoping this review will help them get there. There are so many things to make this experience even more beautiful and memorable. Thanks for the ride!

First time rider:…read more This was the most fun thing I've done all year! I went with my partner (both our first time) and experienced a awesome instructor teach us the basics, give us opportunity to train more or get into the ride and talked about the horses, local area, and different offerings. 10/10 recommend if you haven't ever gone or want to go back. Don't forget to tip!