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While on your
Blue Ridge Mountain Vacation, take the time to
enjoy the NC horseback riding at your
fingertips. Some of the most beautiful and well
maintained riding land is in the Boone and
Blowing Rock area. With the hundreds of miles of
manicured carriage trails located on the Moses
Cone property, this is a trail-riding
destination of choice for NC horseback riding.
From trail riding to indoor lesson facilities,
the High Country has it all.
 One of the most famous NC
horseback riding
facilities in the area is the Blowing Rock
Equestrian Preserve, which has hosted the
Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show annually, has
access to the 25 miles of trails on the Moses
Cone property. With more than 15 barns and
multiple riding rings, the Blowing Rock
Equestrian Preserve is the ultimate location to
board your horse while visiting the High
Country. The Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve is
also home to the Blazing Saddles organization, a
non-profit organization providing therapeutic
riding opportunities for those in need in the
High Country. Additionally, the Blowing Rock
Equestrian Preserve is home to the Blue Ridge
Equestrian 4-H Club, an organization fostering
growth and leadership skills in horseback riding
youth in the region. Whether you are looking to
bring your horse and ride on trails, or take
advantage of the exceptional training available
by barn manager and head trainer, Collette McNell, the Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve
provides some of the best NC horseback riding in
the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Another option for NC horseback riding in Boone
is Celtic Unicorn Stables at Yonahlossee
Equestrian Center. Home to the Appalachian State
University Equestrian Club’s Western Team, the
facility offers a 40-stall barn, individual and
group turn-out, guided trail rides, and an
indoor ring for riding during inclement weather.
New owners, Tim and Amy Bennett, have created an
atmosphere focused on their Scottish heritage
and incorporate that aspect of their expertise
into their trail rides, summer camps, birthdays,
and other group events. Celtic Unicorn Stables
is one of the more well-known Boone NC horseback
riding locations.
 If your idea of NC
horseback riding is more
cowboy-centered, look no farther than Dutch
Creek Trails in Valle Crucis NC. Offering 1-hour
trail rides and hayrides, Dutch Creek Trails has
some of the most beautiful pastureland in
the High Country. The historic barn and 100 year
old farmhouse set the scene for this relaxed
riding atmosphere, and boasting the largest herd
of horses in the area, Dutch Creek Trails has a
horse for every level of rider. With 170 acres
of land owned by the owners, Keith and Phyllis
Ward, this facility is truly an authentic cowboy
experience in NC horseback riding. Trail rides
are offered 7 days a week; please call Dutch
Creek Trails for reservations.
If riding isn’t your style, but horses and
sightseeing are, this NC horseback riding center
may be just the ticket. Chadi Farms in Valle
Crucis NC offers more than riding and lessons,
they also have carriage rides and hayrides for
kids. With the option of a Victorian Canopied
Coach or an Olde West Wooden Buckboard, both
drawn by palomino Belgians, Chadi Farms provides
carriage rides for visitors and special events,
like weddings, year round. Chadi Farms also
offers NC horseback riding camp for youth each
summer, with instruction in riding and
horsemanship; camp lasts from 9am to 4pm Monday
through Friday.
Don’t forget to take advantage of the lovely NC
horseback riding while vacationing with Blue
Ridge Vacation Cabins. Our
Boone NC Cabin Rentals are located close to
many great horseback riding trails and farms.
Blowing Rock
Equestrian Preserve
1500 Laurel Lane
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
828-295-4700 |
Celtic Unicorn Stables at Yonahlossee
233 Pine Hill Rd
Boone, NC 28607
828-963-7856 |
Dutch Creek Trails
3287 Hwy 194 South
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
828-297-7117
828-297-1708
828-773-1034 |
Chadi Farms
4365 Hwy 194 South
Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-963-5399
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Click on the links below for more information on
things to do in the High Country.
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