Horseback Trail Riding and Equestrian Programs

Carriage Ride

Carriage Ride

Horseback Trail Rides

Birchwood Farms

Horseback Trail Rides

Horseback Trail Rides
Boyne Highlands
All rides and programs offered Thursdays - Sundays
Guided Trail Rides
Explore the vast mountainous terrain and make a new equine friend! Trail rides begin from the new Birchwood Farms at 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
All riders must be at least 9 years of age.
Call Boyne Highlands, 231.526.3001 to book this adventure!
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.
- 15 minute ride - $25 per child
Call Boyne Highlands, 231.526.3001 to book this adventure!
Carriage Rides
Carriage rides are available for touring the grounds of Boyne Highlands only and escorted by our friends from Birchwood Farms.
- One hour ride - $100 for up to 6 people; $75 for each additional hour
- One hour ride - $300 for 7 to 16 people; $100 for each additional hour
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.
Additional Equestrian Programs - Birchwood Farm
Riding instruction, trail rides and boarding offered at Birchwood Farm Equestrian Center in Harbor Springs. For information, please call 231.526.2868.
Booking
To book your trail and/or pony rides, please call 231.526.3001. For information on carriage rides and other Boyne Highlands activities, please call Stephanie McKay, Activities Director, at 231.526.3497.