For All Trail Rides:

  • Dress code: Long pants & closed toed shoes

  • Helmets are provided and required for minors and encouraged but optional for adults
    (must be an equestrian certified helmet if you choose to bring your own)

  • Loose ‘fashion’ or sun hats will quickly blow off in the breeze and can be a hazard to the horses and other riders and are not advised to be worn during the ride.

  • Saddle pouches for phone, keys, camera, etc. are provided to each rider, but please avoid backpacks and purses as we don’t want to distract you or the horses on the ride!

  • We provide a restroom, a cold bottle of water in your saddle pouch for you on your ride, and have sunscreen and hand sanitizer available to you before your ride departs.

  • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your ride time to ensure the full ride time. If you arrive late, your ride is not guaranteed.

  • We do have a flexible age, ability, and weight limit, but please inquire about specific needs when booking. The more information we have beforehand, the easier it will be to find you the perfect horse!

  • There is a mounted block provided to assist you

  • Please see additional FAQ’s here before booking!

Santa Margarita Ranch Horseback Rides in Paso Robles Wine Country

Explore the nearly 14,000 acre the historical Santa Margarita Ranch on horseback! Off the beaten path, our rides at Santa Margarita Ranch, our primary location, are a great way to get out of the hustle and bustle and dive into the beauty of nature on a working cattle ranch. This unique property is home to not only cattle, but a wide variety of wildlife from deer to bald eagles, seasonal creeks, stunning oaks and natural plant species, seasonal brilliant wildflowers, and more! The western way is alive and well on this property, and we would love to show you a piece of it from the comfort of one of our trusted horses. Come ride with us!

  • 1 Hour 'SMR Oak Studded & Creekside Ride'

    $125 / per person

    Our best selling ride covers mild terrain through the ranch property! Great for any level rider or experience level. A fantastic choice for the whole family — varied terrain, seasonal creek crossing, and wildlife viewing opportunities makes this ride a favorite for wranglers and guests alike.

  • 1.5 Hour 'SMR Tree Canopy & Vineyard View Ride'

    $150 / per person

    Mild terrain with a bit more time in the saddle! Experience riding the ranch property’s vast unique terrain including the grand oak trees, lush greenery, wide open spaces, seasonal creek crossings, and vast vineyard views that this beautiful property has to offer.

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Want a customized horseback experience?

Plan your adventure with the premier horseback riding experience in Paso Robles Wine country and surrounding areas of SLOCAL. With our incredibly unique mobile horseback riding operation, professional ownership and wrangler staff, and horses that have seen it all, we specialize in custom horseback experience. Our private offerings include, but are not limited to:

  • Private group rides for family gatherings & reunions, corporate retreats, team buildings, etc.

  • Private rides for property owners, land scouting on personal property, vacation rental properties, real estate purchases, private ranch and vineyard owners

  • Horses and/or riders for film, advertising, photography, and marketing productions.

  • Private and customized gatherings for birthdays, celebrations, proposals, etc.

Reach out to find how our horses and wranglers can accommodate your horseback vision within the Paso Robles and SLOCAL regions!