Ride hilltop trails with a break at Little Pine Gem Mine
3 hours
Horseback ride, Helmets
Ride out from the stables on a 3-hour trail that heads over hilltops and up to the high mountain. Take a 1-hour break at Little Pine Gem Mine before riding back to the stables.
Solo riders (one person alone) may be charged an extra $10 upon arrival if they cannot be grouped with another party.
Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled ride (during normal business hours). No refunds within 24 hours of your scheduled ride.
Wear closed-toed shoes.
Children under 15 years old must wear a helmet. Helmets are provided for all riders, and you can bring your own helmet if you prefer.
Yes. Children 5 years and under may ride double with a parent, and each child riding double must have an adult to ride with.
1459 Caney Fork Road Marshall, NC 28753
The horses here are clearly well-loved and well-trained, with guests consistently praising how gentle and calm they are with riders of all experience levels. The family-run operation gets high marks for friendly, professional guides like Brian, Tucker, and Lori, who check in frequently and show real patience with nervous first-timers and young children. The mountain scenery along the trails is legitimately beautiful, and the longer rides include a stop at a garnet mine where you can hunt for treasures. A couple reviewers mentioned concerns about animal grooming and feeling rushed through the experience, with one noting their ride was shortened without explanation. However, the vast majority describe healthy, well-cared-for horses and attentive service. Jackie and his family have created an operation that works well for families, seniors, and children with special needs. Most guests leave thrilled with their experience and eager to return.
Such a beautiful place and the owner was so sweet and our tour lady who rode with me my wife miss Laura was amazing sweet lady and the horses was so sweet for me an my wife not having much experience riding the horses done amazing we definitely going back to take our daughters ♥️ the trials was so beautiful beautiful nature the mtns was absolutely beautiful 😍 we love this place and is definitely going back
Pamela Adams
July 1, 2026
Such a beautiful place and the owner was so sweet and our tour lady who rode with me my wife miss Laura was amazing sweet lady and the horses was so sweet for me an my wife not having much experience riding the horses done amazing we definitely going back to take our daughters ♥️ the trials was so beautiful beautiful nature the mtns was absolutely beautiful 😍 we love this place and is definitely going back
Pamela Adams
July 1, 2026
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