My daughter and I booked a 1.5 hour long trail ride with Wild 3L Ranch and loved it. It set a high bar for all future trail rides and I expect we will be driving up from Chicago specifically to ride with them again. Lisa and Taylor who were guides on our ride were friendly, helpful and very encouraging. Most trail rides are a simple walk through the woods. With Wild 3L Ranch they work with you to do more if you prefer and if you are ready. We enjoyed trotting and cantering with our horses. I highly recommend a ride with Wild 3L Ranch. read more

They were super friendly and knowledgeable playing trivia and horse games it was a great time

Was not happy at all with my experience. The owner/leader boosted nonstop about how wonderful she is and went on and on. There was too much yelling and it was not a pleasant ride at all. it was hot out for October and her comment when we all arrived was that the horses have there winter coats and it's too hot today for them. She did not cancel the ride, I feel she should have. I felt bad for the horses. It was a wasted $68 read more

Today we just went on the 1 1/2 hour ride and we had the greatest time! Lisa was an excellent tour guide and horse whisperer! She made the entire trip interactive and kept everyone on course. The horses are so beautiful and Lisa knows each one of their personalities. I highly recommend this for a couples outing or family fun outing. I can't say anything negative. Any level of rider is welcome! Communication was amazing too! We will be back every year. Thanks Lisa! read more

We just had a great afternoon with Lisa on the trail. Our ages ranges from 10 - 80...and Lisa was perfect. She made the ride catered to all, very enjoyable with safety as a focus. Our family had a terrific time and will be back. She was a great communicator and our family had an ideal afternoon. We would recommend Wild 3L for the experience to novice riders. read more

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Two weekends ago on 7/18 my girlfriend and I went on the half day ride. It has taken me so long to write a review because its hard for me to put into words what an amazingly hilarious and awesome time I had. I literally cried tears of sadness when I found out that the ranch Lisa previously worked for had closed down. I can honestly say I pretty much cried tears of JOY when I found out that Lisa had opened up her own ranch. You literally can not find anything around the Chicago land area that gives you an experience quite like this one. I have done both the full day and the half day ride with Lisa. No other ranch comes close to what Lisa and Mark have to offer. Its not just your run of the mill trail ride where everyone is forced to wear helmets and the most you do is walk your horse. This is the full package! Lisa is extremely knowledgeable, as well as Mark, and they are both more than willing to help you improve on your horsemanship. On the half day trip, as well as the full day, you can expect it all....walking, trotting, cantering, and even a little galloping. (Keep in mind this is all within your comfort zone. If you would only feel comfortable walking with your horse that's all that you'll do. You're not forced to do things on the horse you're not comfortable with.) Be sure to make reservations! They are a must. If you're lucky, you and your partner or your group for that matter will have your own guided tour with Lisa and Mark. Also, if you're wearing your fitbit I can guarantee that it will "BUZZ" about halfway through your ride and that Mark really gets a kick out of it when you wave your hand in the air screaming "I'm buzzing!" which only means that you hit your daily goal :) Ok back to the ride.... I couldn't have asked for a better trail ride through the scenic Kettle Moraine State Park in Eagle WI. Lisa takes you through the state park into a quaint little town. Here at your halfway point you stop for a bite to eat at a local pub which has awesome bar food! I HIGHLY recommend going on the weekend so that Mark will join along with Lisa as he provides an insane amount of comic relief. - I cannot stress that statement enough. Weekly rides are offered as well. I made some amazing memories that I will never forget...especially getting stuck in a tornado warning and having to canter the horses back to trailer! Also can't forget hiding out in an outhouse with 4 other people as the storm passed!! Lisa has an amazing thing going at Wild 3L Ranch. I hope the ranch is around for many years to come.... Mark too. I will definitely be back to do another ride in the fall. I hope to make it out there multiple times a year. read more

Wild 3L Ranch - Our trail group for the day - Horseback Riding Near Me - Eagle, Wisconsin

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We had a great ride! Lisa and her other guide were great! So lucky to have a beautiful October day! We will be back!

What a great experience... I've been riding numerous times throughout my life, including some time spent traveling in Iceland, and this was by far my best experience to date. Initial contact with Lisa was easy. I emailed some questions, she responded and asked me to call when I was ready to reserve. I called and she was on a ride, she had me text her my details and she called me back when she was free. Our ride was reserved for a couple of days later. Done. The day of our ride (it was my 12 year old nephew and myself) was the day after some major flooding throughout Wisconsin so all the roads were blocked getting to the location. I called and texted in a bit of a panic, worried I was going to mess up the one thing my nephew wanted to do on his trip out to visit me, but Lisa was wonderful and when we arrived - late - she took us out on our ride with no problem. (Luckily it was just the two of us!) The ride itself was wonderful. The horses were calm and easy tempered. The trail was beautiful, the temperature lovely that day. I was the worst aunt and didn't bring bug spray but luckily we didn't get eaten up too much (tip to future riders - bring bug spray!). My nephew's horse was a bit hungry and kept wanting to eat the grass in the beginning, but Lisa was so patient and was great the way she explained to my nephew what was going on and what he needed to do to get his horse moving again - my nephew had never ridden before. He was moving along like a pro in no time. : ) Lisa was SO fantastic with my nephew! The way she was with him was beyond incredible. She was patient and understanding with his lack of riding experience, she was fun, she knew exactly how to talk to him, and she kept him engaged the whole time. I loved watching them interact and I didn't feel left out either. She made the experience for him - and me - absolutely perfect. He kept turning around to tell me how much fun he was having. Having been his first riding experience, I only did the hour and a half ride. Having never been here before, I just didn't know what to expect. When I told him later there were longer rides, he was so mad at me! If I knew then what I know now, I probably would have done a whole day with him - it was truly an amazing experience. I wish I lived a little closer - I think if I did I would be a regular. As it is, I think I'm just going to see who else I can convince that they need to go for a ride with me. Or maybe I will just treat myself... : ) Thank you so much, Lisa, for such a wonderful experience, and for giving my nephew and I such a special memory to share. read more

My girlfriend and I came for a ride with Lisa and her partner along with another group. Lisa had everything ready to go at the stated time and was good about sizing up horses for prospective riders and covering necessary information. She and her partner were both great to chat with and did a great job discussing the area and the way horses work. Finally, they made time for a great photo at the end of the ride and it turned out to be a great way to memorialize the ride! Very pleased with this experience and would recommend it. read more

So fun, so amazing! Way better than anyother trail riding! Lisa is the best! read more

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It was a Great experience: Horseback Riding through Kettle Moraine South. Take the trails through a horse-obstacle course. Don't worry, it is easy even for beginners. All the horses were sweet. These are the memories to cherish; we had a wonderful time! I would recommend this to adults and kids 8 years+. read more

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Had a great 1.5 hour trail ride, would highly recommend for beginners to even more experienced riders. Lisa was a very knowledgeable and attentive guide with years and years of experience riding horses. Our group had a mix of levels and Lisa did a great job prioritizing rider safety while creating a fun experience. Horses were matched with people's skill level. We got to trot even with beginners in the mix and Lisa constantly checked in to make sure everyone was comfortable. We rode through a beautiful trail through the woods, meadows and an obstacle course. I've had a few years of English riding experience and been on several guided trail rides. This definitely was one of the best rides I've been on. read more

Went for the 1.5 hour trail ride and it was fantastic! Lisa and Abby were amazing guides and made sure everyone was safe and having a great time. This was one of the best experiences I've had going horseback riding, and I'm excited for the next time I can come ride. read more

Just finished a 2 hour ride with our family of 5 plus my wife's sister. Everyone loved it. Our kids, ages 20, 18 and 12 had minimal prior experience and my wife none. Lisa, the owner, met us at the trail head with her seven horses. Lisa immediately put everyone at ease as she paired us each up with the horse we would ride and helped us mount. Over the next two hours she chatted with all of us and traded jokes with our 12 year old. The horses were excellent as well, following Lisa along trails, through a few simple obstacles, and up to trotting and cantering. It was a wonderful experience for all. read more

Wild 3L Ranch - Waiting for the ride to start - Horseback Riding Near Me - Eagle, Wisconsin

I guess this is our 3rd time back - better than ever! Lisa ensures everyone is comfortable, safe and having a great experience. The horses are beautiful and Kettle Moraine is the perfect place to ride. This is always a treat for us and we will continue to come back! Thanks Lisa! read more

Lisa knows her horses! She was super helpful and we had a great time! Lisa took our group through a few small obstacles with the horses and also got to trot several times. This was a beautiful trail ride and I would highly recommend this business! read more

Great experience for both longtime riders and first-timers. Well trained horses on gorgeous trails, all overseen by an owner/trainer/ guide who cares deeply about her animals and enjoys her clients. Not to be missed for a true Wisconsin experience: long rides where you get to tie up your horses and break for a lunch in a tavern. Lisa and her horses are the best! read more

Lisa was fantastic. Our youngest, who wants to just do things and get them over with, had the time of his life. Communicated with Lisa and smiled the entire time. Even told her on he wants to come back. He never wants to do things again. Our family took the 1.15 min ride. Beautiful trails and knowledgeable Lisa on horseback, great experience. She constantly keeps you engaged and ensures all riders are having an awesome time. We drove up from Naperville, IL and would do so again. Her horses were well mannered. They did wonderful in the obstacle courses and when other horses went by. Highly recommended for newbies like us. Nerves quickly turned to ease and happy trails read more

This weekend we attended the Weekend Adventure at Wild 3L Ranch. There were 6 guests total, including myself, my husband, my sister and her boyfriend. We were joined by an outgoing, charming 11 year old boy Chris and his grandma. I couldn't have asked for a more spectacular weekend! As previous posters mentioned Lisa is an amazing guide. The horses are her "babies" and you can tell how well they are loved and treated. Each of us was matched up with the perfect horse for our experience level and size. At first I was a bit worried that we would be slowed down. Nothing could have been further from the truth. Lisa mentioned that we might be splitting off depending on experience but that ended up not being the case and we all walked, trotted and cantered to the max on our weekend. Mark was also a terrific host and guide. The campstove breakfasts he made rivaled that of any restaurant. (Ask him for his recipe for crepes). Mark is very likable and his off beat sense of humor was the bomb. He definitely livened up the weekend. The scenery is stunningly beautiful and peaceful and Lisa knows the trails like the back of her hand. We went through some manmade obstacles and went on a scavenger hunt which was a lot of fun. (The giraffe is still M.I.A. so look for it on your trail ride.) Cows weren't available so we rounded up Mark, which actually was probably more fun than chasing around real cows. I usually don't write reviews but just had to in this case. I highly recommend the Wild 3L Ranch. It doesn't compare to any other trail ride that I've been on (including riding in Colorado). Lisa and Mark made the whole trip memorable. The weekend improved my riding skills and we are already planning our second visit. Thank you Lisa and Mark!! - Sharon read more

We recently did the hour and half trail ride through the Kettle Moraine, and it was a great experience! Lisa made sure that all of us in the group (with different ages from 7-71 and different horse riding experience) had a great time. We got to take the horses through an obstacle course, up and down hills, and even some trotting. The scenery was peaceful and lush. My son is already begging to go again! read more

Took my 2 grandkids yesterday (ages 8 & 10) and had a great time. This was their first time riding so they nervous (as was I) but Lisa the owner was great! A beautiful ride through the kettle moraine forest! A very memorable day!! read more

Wild 3L Ranch - First horseback ride! - Horseback Riding Near Me - Eagle, Wisconsin

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It was a great experience!!! Lisa you are AWESOME and your horses are GREAT. All horses are in a good shape and well trained. It was our first time having a horseback riding and we enjoyed every second! Looking forward to come back again and again! read more

Lisa was great. She adjusted the ride to our level of experience. She gave us a little education on the horses. Trail and woods were nice. Horses were perfect. They responded to direction. Really great experience for our family. read more

Lisa and her crew (the horses) are extraordinary. I have ridden all over the world and this ride was amazing. it was my childrens first time out on an open trail and Lisa basically taught them what they would learn woth three private lessons in two hours. she tailors everything to the guests she has. knowing horses the way i do i also noticed her horses are engaged, intelligent and ready for any rider. my kids have already made me promise a return trip! read more

This ranch is ideal for trail rides because it is central to the Kettle Moraine area and it is adjacent to the Southern Kettle Moraine State Park so no trailering or riding along roads (with one exception - more on that later). Lisa Lisowe and her partner Mark operate the ranch just north of Elkhorn WI with 10 trail horses, and a few of Lisa'a own plus a few that are being trained or boarded. It is a small operation with no set hours which is convenient. Reservations are a must. The horses are all well-disciplined neck-reining Western who are all forward and responsive. Note: There is no sign along County Road NN but you will see the pastures and the gate just after turning right from Palmyra Rd which intersects with Rte 67 off Rte 12. I rode with a small group on a paint named Sadie. I wanted a half-day ride so I joined a two-hour ride with a couple and another solo rider - trot and walk - we returned. Lisa trailered my horse and hers to a parking site outside of Eagle for me to continue with another two-hour ride including a stop over at a bra & grill. We rode and cantered until we met the highway. There is soft bridle path off the highway for horses that offers some protection and the locals are accustomed to riders, day and night. There is a stretch along a highway, crossing a road then railroad tracks. We rode to a set of corrals in the center of town that were built by Suhmer's Saloon. We had an early dinner then returned as the sun was setting. It was sundown by the time we met the roadway and with a new moon it was quite dark with only stars above and the sound of our horses in the woods. I had never ridden at night and Lisa made sure I was comfortable cantering, but it was thrilling. I realized that you focus so much more at night on getting into the rhythm and connecting with your horse. The pricing is competitive, Lisa and Mark are great horse people and the trails are ideal. Being from Chicago where a livery is hard to find, this is perfect for a quick getaway. I look forward to riding there regularly come Spring. read more

My wife and I just finished a 2-hour trail ride with Lisa. The ride was tons of fun. Lisa provides the perfect balance of coaching/teaching but also encouraging the rider to have their own experience. Cantering was a thrill and Lisa coached us through it so we felt comfortable. The trail is really beautiful and fun to explore on the horse. We will definitely come back and highly recommend this experience! read more

Wild 3L Ranch - Horseback Riding Near Me - Eagle, Wisconsin