High Horse Malibu
📍 Malibu, CA
Guided horseback trail rides through Latigo Canyon's hills and wooded canyons with sweeping ocean and mountain views. Gentle, well-trained horses, thorough beginner instruction, and small-group private options. Minimum age 8.
Had an absolute giddy-up of a time at High Horse Malibu! This ride really gave us some great memories. Emily and Anna were fantastic guides: friendly, knowledgeable, and kept the whole group feeling safe and relaxed. The trail was beautiful and scenic, and we totally lucked out with perfect weather. My horse, “Cowboy,” was a real sweetheart — calm, friendly, and clearly a pro at showing guests the reins. All around, this was such a treat and a great way to spend the day. We’ll definitely be back in the saddle again soon!
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children aged 8 and up, teens, and adults wanting a scenic first riding experience or a memorable Malibu outing. Guides are the standout — they give thorough pre-ride briefings that genuinely build confidence in nervous riders. Sunset bookings deliver the most spectacular views. Not suited for children under 8.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Ira Horowitz
a month ago
“Had an absolute giddy-up of a time at High Horse Malibu! This ride really gave us some great memories. Emily and Anna were fantastic guides: friendly, knowledgeable, and kept the whole group feeling safe and relaxed. The trail was beautiful and scenic, and we totally lucked out with perfect weather. My horse, “Cowboy,” was a real sweetheart — calm, friendly, and clearly a pro at showing guests the reins. All around, this was such a treat and a great way to spend the day. We’ll definitely be back in the saddle again soon!”
Gabby Cook
a month ago
“Had such a good time at High Horse Malibu. I went on a trail ride with my best friend. The group was just us, our guide Isabella, and a couple. The views were so great between the mountains and ocean. The horses were so sweet, calm and well cared for (we rode Pepper and Bismarck). Isabella was a great guide. She was very helpful and made the experience very easy. Beginner friendly experience but still enjoyable for all skill levels. Would recommend to anyone wanting to take a fun trail ride in the Malibu area.”
Chloe D
a month ago
“I had an amazing time on the ocean-view trail ride with Isabella, who was so sweet and so thorough with explaining the basics of riding to us beginners. The horses were soooo sweet, docile, and healthy (I had the best - Pepper) which was my priority when picking a company to ride with. Very organized, prompt, and clean facility. Isabella also took the best pics when we got to the main lookout spot!!! Will definitely be booking in the future again.”
ashley gulledge
a month ago
“Beautiful horses that were very well taken care of! I took my friend for a sunset trail ride and the views were gorgeous during the golden hour. Isabella was so sweet kind and professional. Her pre-ride lesson was presented so well that I felt even more confident on my horse. She took amazing photos and was so patient with everyone! I can't wait to go back and I hope to have Isabella as our trail guide again.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
High Horse Malibu offers guided trail rides through Latigo Canyon with ocean and mountain views. The ranch's horses — including Pepper, Bismarck, and Cowboy — are consistently described as calm, healthy, and well cared for. Guides Emily, Anna, Isabella, and Laurel receive individual name-check praise for patience and beginner instruction quality. Horsemanship lessons, equine therapy workshops, and photo shoots also available.
