Ride the Flame Azalea Trail on Horseback in Cashiers
Guided horseback ride with Blue Ridge Parkway views
Duration
about 1 hour
Includes
Guide, horse & helmet, poncho
Highlights
Ride on horseback along the Flame Azalea Trail, starting with a safety briefing and training at Arrowmont Stables. Follow your guide through forest and meadow terrain up to 4,200 feet for long-range mountain views.
- Meet your guide at Arrowmont Stables near Lake Glenville
- Watch a safety program and learn riding tips before you ride
- Get matched with a suitable horse and try it in the ring
- Follow your guide through hardwood and white pine forest
- Climb to open meadow views toward the Blue Ridge Parkway
- Ride past the Old Fort Lodge area on the return to the stables
What's Included
- Safety orientation
- Guided horseback ride
- Horse, tack, and helmet
- Ponchos or rain coats
Things to know
Plan about 1 hour on the trail plus 30–45 minutes for the safety program and preparation, starting at your booked time. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult; helmets are mandatory for riders under 18. Double riding is not permitted, and the walking trail weight limit is 250 lb (weight must be proportional to height).
Gratuities are not included; tips are recommended and commonly 20%.
Cancellation Policy
Gift card reservations: change dates without cancellation fees within stated time frames; horseback camp cancellation notice is 2 weeks, with a cancellation fee of camp cost per student cancelled.
FAQs
Arrive at your booked time. Your safety program, forms, helmet fitting, and ring check happen after you arrive and usually take about 30–45 minutes before you head out on the trail.
Wear closed-toe shoes with a smooth sole (no flip-flops, crocs, hiking boots, or bare feet). Wear long pants, or shorts that reach your knees. If rain is possible, bring an extra T-shirt and a towel; ponchos and rain coats are provided.
Helmets are mandatory for riders under 18. Helmets are provided.
