The trail winds into the hillsides, into the woods of mature maples and oaks, around fields following streams
through old apple orchards here on our family farm - the gentle Appalachian range here offers beautiful countryside views.
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| Deep Creek Lake Horseback Riding Rates & Additional Info |
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- 15 Minute Hand Held Pony Trail: $15 per horse or pony (any age child)
- 1/2 Hour Trail Ride: $35 per horse
(Age 7 years & up)
- One Hour Trail Ride: $50 per horse (Age 10 years & up)
- If you would like to personalize your horseback riding experience with us you may reserve a Private Trail Ride - please call for price information
WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS DO APPLY - CURRENTLY 250 POUND WEIGHT LIMIT - PLEASE PROVIDE SIZES OF RIDERS WEIGHING 200-250 POUNDS AND
HEIGHTS OF ANY RIDERS 6' TALL OR TALLER. THIS IS NOT A "ONE SIZE FITS ALL" SPORT
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Ages listed are an approximate rule of thumb. Children ages 7 years and up who are enrolled in a current lesson program
are typically capable of controlling a horse on a trail ride following a guide on horseback. Children ages 10 years and
up with no prior experience are typically capable of controlling a horse on a trail ride following a guide on horseback.
Handheld 15-minute trail rides are provided for any age child. Please choose the appropriate trail ride for your child
based on their horseback riding experience level.
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Summer Months: Father's Day in June through August 23
Offered Daily 10:30 am to 4:30 pm - Reservations are recommended ~ 301-387-6890
Fall Months: End of August, September, October, November
Call for reservations (primarily Saturdays and Sundays) ~
301-387-6890
Winter Months: December, January, February, March
Call for reservations (primarily weekends) ~ 301-387-6890
Spring Months: April, May, June
Call for reservations (primarily weekends) ~ 301-387-6890 |
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SAME DAY RESERVATIONS: You may be able to reserve at the last minute - please telephone ahead to help us to be better prepared for you.
Ideally, you should make your reservation no more than a week in advance, up to a day or two prior to the day you would like to ride.
Since we do have other farming activities to keep us plenty busy, we do depend on the advance reservations in the Fall, Winter and
Spring months for scheduling our day’s workload. A reservation helps us to be better prepared for you.
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WE ACCEPT VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER AND CASH
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CANCELLATION POLICY : 24 hour advance notice required for ANY cancellations. If you book for 6 and show up with 5 you are billed for the 6th person unless you cancel that person by noon the day before. Please call us 24 hours ahead of time so we can open up slots for folks on the waiting list. We schedule adequate guides, tack up horses, and turn others away when we become fully booked. You may be required to provide a credit card to confirm your reservation.
SAME DAY CANCELLATIONS OR NO SHOWS WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND OR RAIN CHECK.
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HELMETS ~ We do require children under the age of 16 years to wear a helmet while riding with us. Helmets are optional for adult riders - there is no additional charge. Our helmets are ASTM/SEI (Equestrian standard) certified or you may choose to bring your own. |
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| What
To Bring ~ What To Wear Horseback Riding |
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Bring
your camera - we'll be happy to help get your picture taken.Also
wear shoes or boots with a heel (no sandals, flip flops, etc.)
and long pants make for a more comfortable ride. |
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| Release
Forms ~ VERY IMPORTANT |
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You
will be required to sign a Release of Liability Waiver
prior to your ride. Minors will need to have a Minor
Release signed by their parent or guardian. If you are
bringing youths under 18 unaccompanied by their parents,
be sure to bring a signed Release Form. If you need Release Forms prior to your visit, please download them from this site or give us a call and we will forward you a copy.
Download PDF File Release Form | Helmet Waiver |
