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Horseback Trail Riding and Pony Rides at Boyne Highlands

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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 ride - $49 per person
  • Two hour ride - $84 per person
  • All riders must be at least 7 years of age.
  • Call the Boyne Highlands Adventure Center at 231.526.3036 to book this adventure!

 

Horseback Trail Riding Adventure

Enjoy a one or two-hour trail ride to Boyne Highlands' mountaintop and experience all the beauty of summer in northern Michigan. Take in the view and brilliant colors of the Pleasantview Valley and Little Traverse Bay.

  • Must be at least 7 years of age
  • Additional rides may be scheduled by appoint with groups of four or more
  • Call 231.526.3036 to book this experience

Beginning Thursday, May 23:

Summer 2013 Horseback Hours
Thursday - Sunday Departing at 11am, 1pm (2 hour ride), 4pm, and 6pm

 **The 1pm horseback trail ride is our two hour  ride and is priced at $84 per person.  One-hour trail rides are available at 11am, 4pm, and 6pm.

Please note: a few sections of the trail ride may be slightly faster than a slow walk.

Winter Horseback Trail Rides are also offered at Boyne Highlands.

Pony Rides

For children who don't wish to partake in the trail rides, 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.

Summer 2013 Pony Rides
Thursday - Sunday Departing at 12:15pm, 2:15pm and 5:15pm

  • 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 the Boyne Highlands Adventure Center at 231.526.3036 to book this adventure!

Arrival

Please arrive 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.

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