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Horse Riding

Marshall Canyon Equestrian Center

📍 La Verne, CA

★4.7(152 Google reviews)đŸ‘ļ7+

Guided 1-hour horseback trail rides for ages 7+ through shaded, wildlife-filled trails near La Verne. Experienced guides match horses to rider ability, making it an accessible first-ride destination.

✓ First-ride friendly✓ Shaded trails✓ Patient guides✓ Ages 7+✓ Multi-generational✓ Well-matched horses
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★★★★★Featured review by francisco aguilar

Brought our granddaughters 7 and 9 years old for their first time riding horse. The 4 of us had a great time. We did the 1 hour ride and it was well worth it. Quality time on a beautiful day. Great experience and definitely want to come back for more riding. Big thank you to our tour guide she was amazing ! Highly recommended !

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children aged 7 and up who want a structured, guided introduction to trail riding. Patient guides and a well-matched horse roster make this a strong first-ride experience. Multi-generational groups work well here — grandparents and grandchildren have done the 1-hour ride together.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Book the 1-hour guided ride for a complete trail experience
⏰Arrive a few minutes early — tours can run behind, and a buffer prevents stress
đŸŽŸī¸Children must be 7 or older to participate in trail rides
🚗Ask guides to explain each horse's personality before you mount

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.7
★★★★★

152 Google reviews

Excellent guides and staff45%
Beautiful scenic trails30%
Safe for beginners and kids15%
Tours may run behind schedule10%
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francisco aguilar

2 months ago

★★★★★

“Brought our granddaughters 7 and 9 years old for their first time riding horse. The 4 of us had a great time. We did the 1 hour ride and it was well worth it. Quality time on a beautiful day. Great experience and definitely want to come back for more riding. Big thank you to our tour guide she was amazing ! Highly recommended !”

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Monse Estrada

11 months ago

★★★★★

“Its Always going to be 5 stars! They have the best trails, the nicest employees and borders. Our horse loves it there! She's the happiest and most chunkiest pony of all the ponies in the land. Thank you Dede for having us and having such a wonderful facility.”

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Dana

3 months ago

★★★★★

“It was a great ride! We booked for 2 adults and 2 kids. It was fun and the horses each have his or her personality. They were running a little behind but we still got an our ride. Overall it was a fun time. We will likely go back”

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Julie Ludvik

2 months ago

★★★★★

“Had such a wonderful ride it was a beautiful day warm sun was out my guild was easy to talk to and fun would recommend her !”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Marshall Canyon Equestrian Center runs guided trail rides through shaded paths lined with birds, streams, and wildflowers behind the facility. The minimum age is 7. Guides with over 21 years of experience match each rider to an appropriate horse by temperament and size. The centre also offers a lighted arena, round pen, wash racks, riding lessons, and horse boarding for those wanting ongoing involvement.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 16:00
Thursday10:00 – 16:00
Friday10:00 – 16:00
Saturday10:00 – 16:00
Sunday09:00 – 17:00

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