Horseback riding has been a popular Lake George attraction since the 1930s, when dude ranches began appealing to city dwellers seeking a rustic getaway in the mountains. Today, many family-owned stables and ranches continue the tradition, offering both experienced riders and beginners an opportunity to explore the wooded trails on horseback.
With five of the best horseback riding experiences within minutes of our Lake George cabins and motel rooms, it’s a great activity to add to your vacation itinerary.
Saddle Up Stables
The wide, wooded horseback riding trails at Saddle Up Stables offer plenty of room for riding and a spectacular view of Lake George at the top. Each guided tour is approximately 45-60 minutes long, and walk-ins are welcome. Saddle Up Stables is just a half mile from Cramer’s Point Lake Breeze. Get Directions.
Roaring Brook Ranch
Roaring Brook Ranch offers one-hour guided Trail Rides, seven days a week, as well as Horse Camp for kids ages 7-10, from 9:00am to 12:00pm, Monday through Thursday. Roaring Brook Ranch is located in less than six miles from Cramer’s Point Lake Breeze. Get Directions.
Mountain View Rocking B Ranch
Located in nearby Lake Luzerne, Mountain View Rocking B Ranch offers one-hour Trail Rides, two-hour Mountain Rides and hand-led Junior Rides for youngsters. There’s also a Sunset Dinner Ride with a barbecue dinner on the top of Beech Mountain and a Good Mornin’ Breakfast Ride with a buffet breakfast serviced along a mountain stream. Located 9 miles from Cramer’s Point Lake Breeze. Get Directions.
Ruggiero’s
Enjoy one-hour guided trail rides along a wooded trail and a meandering stream, as well as miniature horse rides at Ruggiero’s Public Horseback Riding. Trail rides generally leave daily between 11:00am and 3:00pm, but hours may change depending on weather. Ruggiero’s is located in Lake Luzerne, 10 miles from Cramer’s Lake Point Breeze. Get Directions.
Circle B Ranch
Located in Chestertown, Circle B Ranch offers horseback riding, as well as carriage rides and sleigh rides in the winter months. Choose from the one-hour Beaver Dam Trail Ride or the two-hour Circle B Mountain & Valley Trail Ride. Circle B Ranch is 16 miles from Cramer’s Point Lake Breeze. Get Directions.
Plan a Lake George Horseback Riding Trip
Whether you’re looking for a romantic sunset dinner ride for two or a family-friendly trail ride to a scenic overlook, you’ll find the best horseback riding experiences just minutes from our Lake George cabins and motel rooms. We offer weekly discounts on reservations of 7-nights or more, and are conveniently located just 2.5 miles from Lake George Village and a half mile from the closest stables. Check availability and book online, or give us a call at (518) 668-2292.