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Horse Riding

Rocking Horse Farms

πŸ“ Central Islip, NY

β˜…4.7(46 Google reviews)πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Central Islip horse farm offering riding lessons across skill levels, open trail rides on 80+ miles of trails, pony birthday parties, and a petting zoo available for private events. Minimum riding age is 5.

βœ“ 80+ miles of trailsβœ“ Safety-focused staffβœ“ Well-cared horsesβœ“ Age 5+ minimumβœ“ Pony partiesβœ“ All riding levels
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Paul Letteri

This is a very friendly place. They are many different levels of riding available. Come and enjoy all the horses.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children 5 and older wanting an authentic horseback riding experience β€” trail rides, lessons, or both. The extensive trail network and safety-focused staff make it a standout for families ready to commit to real riding. Younger kids under 5 have sparse options, and the petting zoo requires a private party booking.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Children must be at least 5 to ride horses or take lessons
⏰Petting zoo is only available for private birthday party bookings, not drop-in visits
🎟️Over 80 miles of trails cover multiple skill levels
πŸš—Staff match horses to each rider's experience and size

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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46 Google reviews

Exceptional trail riding experience40%
Friendly and knowledgeable staff35%
Well-cared for gentle horses25%
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Paul Letteri

5 months ago

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β€œThis is a very friendly place. They are many different levels of riding available. Come and enjoy all the horses.”

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Buddy Hansome

5 months ago

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β€œThis place is the best place to trailride. The staff is friendly, knowledgable, and always concerned with safety. The horses are well cared for, happy, and gentle. Those things along with over 80 miles of trails make this a rare gem for horseback riding. Also, there arent too many open trail rides on the island. This place is the best 1 hour vacation you take. Being the youngstets theyll love it .”

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Robert RKNY26 (PresRKNY)

2 years ago

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β€œComing here brought me right back to my childhood and I have no regrets. There’s so much to do here besides just horseback riding and it’s good for a variety of ages, although the younger kids will get the most out of it.”

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Armando Cao

5 months ago

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β€œThis place it is nice and the people are very friendly, we love it”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Rocking Horse Farms combines trail riding, structured lessons, and private event hosting at its Central Islip facility. Over 80 miles of trails accommodate beginner through experienced riders. Staff prioritise safety and match horses to rider experience. The petting zoo section operates for private birthday parties only β€” not general admission. Ponies can be brought to your location for events.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday09:00 – 20:00
Wednesday09:00 – 20:00
Thursday09:00 – 20:00
Friday09:00 – 20:00
Saturday09:00 – 20:00
Sunday09:00 – 19:00

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