This doesn't look open but it is. We dropped by late in the afternoon as Rita was cleaning out the…read morebarn but she was happy to answer my kids' questions and let us wander around patting the animals (we did not ask about a pony ride.) All the animals are very friendly, including Henrietta the chicken who gently pecks at you to demand a pat (who knew chickens were so snuggly?!) My kids really enjoyed the relaxed no hype time and want to go back right away. Be careful driving in and backing out. The animals are free range and Henrietta often leads them out to greet arriving cars.

My wife and I drove past Rita's while exploring Montauk on a rainy day. We called back the…read morefollowing morning to ask about trail rides. Easy enough process and we were booked for the afternoon. Things were running a little late but no big deal by us - we passed the time in the area and headed back. We killed another 10 minutes petting the very friendly goats wandering about before getting saddled up for a ride. Our guide was a very young but very knowledgeable girl our from NYC for the summer. She was so sweet and my wife chatted with her about horses the entire time we walked the trails. Wise beyond her years is an understatement. She was a joy and we're both terribly sorry we didn't seem to catch her name. The trail was easy and quiet. We trotted a few times and our guide checked on us every 5-7 minutes to make sure we were comfortable and feeling good. She noticed my saddle slipped right away and guided me through fixing it. Total pro! We did an hour - it was a bit much for me after around 40 minutes but I'm not an experienced rider so maybe that's why. The trail is a loop so don't expect a full hour of unique sights. However, we really found it peaceful and enjoyable. It was $75/each which we felt was fair. Two tips: 1. Cash only, so bring enough! 2. Tip your guide!

Such an awesome location located nearby! I spoke with many people beforehand who were all surprised…read moreto know of a local spot right in Syosset with horseback riding. The trails were awesome and Janet was so incredibly nice and knowledgeable. I took my boyfriend for his birthday and he loved it!! I would recommend wearing stretchy/loose fitting jeans. You definitely dont want something too tight as itll be extremely uncomfortable and painful when in the saddle. It can be painful in your inner thighs after a while but Janet gave some good tips to minimize that feeling! After the 1.25h ride we got to feed the horses apples and carrots (they loveeeee carrots!) that we had brought from our home. DEFINITELY recommend going here and maybe deeper into the Spring as we didnt get to see much greenery since things are JUST beginning to bloom - but thats not their fault!

I'm an experienced rider, have been riding and leasing horses since I was a kid, have worked in…read morebarns, have been a certified therapeutic riding instructor, and would not recommend this place because they don't conform to basic safety and horsemanship practices. I won't list all of them - just some highlights. My friend, who is not experienced, wanted to do this trail ride for our birthdays and we thought it would be fun. I've been on trail rides all over the world and know what to expect, and have never pulled out of a ride because I didn't feel safe until this place. I was the first person to be mounted and when the horse came out, I could see that the saddle was improperly placed too far back. I didn't say anything because it's not my place, but when I mounted, the girth was clearly too loose as the saddle started to slip. I told them that the girth was too loose and also that the saddle seemed to far back so Janet said let's reset the saddle and asked me how I would do it! She didn't seem to know the proper placement or how tight to make the girth because apparently this happened before. She then told me to walk down the lawn and let the horse graze while I waited for the rest of the group. It's not a safe practice to let horses graze while mounted, especially with beginners, but apparently that's what they do regularly. When the group was ready to leave, Janet started off on her horse and just about 30 yards from the barn, before even getting to the trail, the horse tripped and fell all the way down to the ground!! Janet fell off of course, and the horse walked off. If I had any doubt that all the red flags I'd clocked were right, this confirmed it. She was shaken up but ok, but didn't go on the ride, I don't know what was up with the horse but if a horse falls down just walking across a lawn, that raises questions about soundness and safety that are serious.

Can't say enough good things about this place!!…read more I came out here with a group of 10 for a bachelorette party in October and we had an amazing experience! Cate, the owner was an absolute delight to work with and she was so helpful. I probably called 10 different times with numerous questions/changing the group size, etc. and she was so patient and accommodating. They provide the helmets and any additional equipment needed for the horse back ride. Our group was a divide of some experienced riders and some total beginner's, some of which were very nervous and afraid (myself included) and they were really good about helping us feel comfortable. There was a guide at the beginning and the end of the group. The ride was pretty long, about an hour and a half and we went onto the beach for part of it which was really pretty. We also did some advanced riding, called trotting, which was a bit scary, as a non-horse lover, but it ended up being fun! This is definitely a fun and different activity. I will warn that it is pricey though at 180$/person!

After 3 hour drive, checked the website where no where did it state we needed a reservation to…read moreride... came to the ranch and was denied at 1:50 pm. Website states closes at 4 pm. We wanted a half hour ride but because no one booked, they start de-Satteling early?? Then a family of 5 came after us, all denied. That's 7 customers. It's a shame. Should really change website. Wasted my gas, and time. At 150pm, for 30 mins, there should be no issue on giving us a ride especially when there's no bookings.

I am surprised to be the first person on Yelp to write a review about Hidden Lake. I suppose it is…read moreproof that this gem of a riding school continues to be a best kept secret of the North Fork. Like many, I grew up riding and loved the sport as a child and young adult. After moving to Manhattan the opportunities to ride were few and far between. I was drawn to the North Fork for many reasons not the least of which was the farm/horse culture and after debating where to ride I turned to the locals for suggestions. Almost everyone suggested I call Jackie Bittner the owner and operator of Hidden Lake. It was the best call I could have made. Hidden Lake is absolutely wonderful in every possible way. The scenery is idyllic, the horses are superbly taken care of and Jackie's dedication to her craft is addictive. She is so passionate about her horses and her riders that riding with her feels almost like a gift. It has been almost 4.5 years that I've been riding at Hidden Lake and I sincerely can't imagine taking instruction from anyone else. As a note to all those in the Hamptons where I lived and rode horses, please consider making the brief trip to the North Fork instead. The price is right, the horses are fabulous, the instructor is wonderful, patient and kind and the down-to-earth environment of Hidden Lake will remind you of falling in love with riding as we did in childhood. I know this happened for me at Hidden Lake under the instruction of Jackie Bittner and for that I am so grateful.

Hidden Lake Farms was an amazing experience. It was the highlight of our summer. The ponies and…read morehorses were super gentle and kind. We would strongly recommend this camp to anyone who likes horses and ponies. To anyone who goes there keep an eye out for the ponies Pumpkin and Nellie Bell. Ella(age 9) and Layo(age 10)

I highly recommend High Point Farms II. I'm an old guy starting year four and have very much…read moreenjoyed it. Cassidy has an exceptionally good eye for what you need as a student and the pace at which you should learn. She emphasizes proper positioning for maximum safety. Her rapport with the horses is incredible. She is very flexible about scheduling and easy to work with.

From the owner: Specializes in adult and young rider lessons, equine training, boarding, and equine assisted…read morepsychotherapy.

This place is beautiful. They obviously love the horses and take care of them exceptionally well. I…read moretook my son for his first ever horse ride and Courtney was fantastic with him! I was amazed how well he did. She made him feel so comfortable And I'm sure he will want to write again as a result. Very impressed with the cleanliness of this facility. We had a great experience!

I took a trial lesson here, but my sister rides here, so I still come frequently to visit. All of…read morethe horses are taken care of very well, and the people working here are all friendly. I wish I could submit a picture of Fangio after they let me groom him.

I love CHF. It's one of my favorite places to be, I enjoy seeing all the ponies and riding some. I…read morestarted on CC, and she helped teach me what I know with her being patient with me. The staff is great, I really miss CHF. Here, you feel like you have potential and that feels great. I used to be a really slow learner in horseback riding and I thought I wouldn't and probably would never be a good rider, but then my mom found CHF and i've been moving up in my riding career since. I love the hidden farm, I'd go there over anywhere on Earth any day. I would honestly suggest choosing this barn when learning to ride, all the other barns are not as good for beginners as Chester Hill Farm is.

10/10 recommend this experience to anyone who loves horses and/or simply being out in nature…read moresurrounded by gorgeous landscapes and forest. Strawberry and Chocolate were such beautiful, well-behaved horses, and their owner, Cowboy Bob, was an excellent guide and genuinely wonderful person. I definitely plan on coming back -- it was absolutely worth the drive out there.

Absolutely incredible!!! Had the best time. Chocolate is the best boy. Such beautiful horsesread more