Horseback Trail Riding and Pony Rides

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Boyne Highlands

Guided Trail Rides 

Explore the vast forests and rolling meadows while making a new equine friend with horseback riding in northern Michigan!  Trail rides begin from the Boyne Highlands equestrian facilities and cover the resort's 4,000+ acres. The wooded trails have been gently cut through natural vegetation and are exclusive to riders on horseback.  One hour rides are available. 

Trail Rides offered Thursdays - Sundays departing at 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

  • One hour ride - $45 per person
  • Two hour ride - $80 per person
  • All riders must be at least 7 years of age.
  • Call Boyne Highlands, 231.526.3036 to book this adventure!

Fall Color Tour Horseback Trail Riding Adventure
(2010 dates to be determined)

Enjoy a two-hour trail ride to the top of our mountain and experience the beautiful colors of the autumn season in northern Michigan. Take in the view and brilliant colors of the Pleasantview Valley and Little Traverse Bay.  Your trail ride includes a stop at the top of the mountain for a themed snack and photos.

  1. Cost is $59 per person - must be at least 9 years of age
  2. Call 231.526.3001 to book this fall experience

Please note: a few sections of the trail ride may be slightly faster than a slow walk. One-hour non color tour trail rides are available at 10 am and noon.

Pony Rides

For children not yet old enough to guide a horse on their own, we offer pony rides for ages 8 and under.  We'll hoist your young ones into the saddle and they can experience a true ride as handlers escort the horse for a gentle walk through the pasture near the resort's equestrian facilities.

Pony Rides offered Thursdays - Sundays departing at 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm and 5:30pm

  • 15 minute ride - $25 per child
  • Pony rides are available for our younger riders and for those who wish to not partake in the trail rides.
  • Pony Ride riders must be able to sit unassisted on a horse. Pony rides take place at Boyne Highlands Equestrian Center.
  • Call Boyne Highlands, 231.526.3001 to book this adventure!

Arrival

Please arrive 10-20 minutes before your scheduled ride time for proper helmet fitting and completion of waiver and release forms.  This ensures that the ride begins on time.

Dress

Trail riders are advised to wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.  Athletic shoes are acceptable but a leather shoe with a heel is best.  Each rider is required to wear a helmet which will be provided.  Riders wearing shorts and/or sandals may be asked to reschedule.

Cancellation

We must enforce a 24-hour cancellation policy.  Reservations canceled within 24 hours of ride will be charged 50% of the price of their scheduled ride. No shows will be charged the full price of their scheduled ride.