1 / 2Ojai Valley Trail Riding Company
đ Ojai, CA
Working ranch at Oso Ranch offering guided trail rides along the Oso Trail for ages 6 and up. Horses include former champions from around the world, suitable for all skill levels. Pony rides, lessons, and summer camps also available.
đ Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children aged 6 and up experiencing trail riding for the first time. The guides - particularly Donna - are skilled at building confidence in nervous young riders before the trail even begins. The easy Oso Trail terrain and well-trained horses remove anxiety for first-timers.
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đŦ What Families Are Saying
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Neira
10 months ago
âGreat experience with hard working and kind individuals. Horses are trained for any type of rider. Would 100% recommend!â
Wook Chung
2 years ago
âThis is one of the premier ranches to be able to ride horses. You go out on a horse to the Oso Trail next to the Ventura River. It's a wonderful experience altogether, perfect for kids. Our riding guid Donna was fabulous and was amazing with the kids. She got them familiarized with the animals, taught them so much about riding, and we had fun conversations throughout the trail ride. The kids were able to check out various horses and animals at the ranch, which was also fun. If you're in Ojai, and especially with kids, absolutely recommend this ranch.â
Jackie Pratt
a year ago
âSusan is great! She accommodated our last minute visit during a very busy weekend. Donna, our guide, was very engaging and gave us some fun facts. The trail was easy with pretty views in the distance! Highly recommend this for a few hour outing.â
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Overview
Ojai Valley Trail Riding Company operates from Oso Ranch along the Oso Trail through the Ventura River valley, adjacent to the Ojai Land Conservancy. The ranch houses former champion horses trained for riders of any skill level. Guided trail rides suit complete beginners through experienced riders. Guide Donna receives repeated individual praise for her work with children - getting them comfortable, teaching handling basics, and sharing knowledge throughout the ride.
