Guided Horseback Trail Ride Along Saylorville Lake
Explore Jester Park’s timber and Saylorville Lake views from horseback
Duration
90 minutes
Includes
Helmet, instruction, trail ride
Highlights
Saddle up for a guided horseback ride through Jester Park's timber, with views of Saylorville Lake. This outing welcomes first-time and less-experienced riders.
- Explore Jester Park's timber and views of Saylorville Lake
- Ride your own assigned horse on the trail
- Learn basic steering and riding techniques from wranglers
- Meet a horse assigned based on your size and riding experience
- Enjoy a ride that welcomes first-time and less-experienced riders
Itinerary
After all riders are checked in, everyone will be fitted for helmets and receive instructions on steering and riding their horses.
From the start time of your ride, here is what you can expect:
- 10 minutes - Safety Briefing & Meet the wranglers
- 15 minutes - Mounting, arena riding, and instruction
- 50 minutes - Trail ride
- 15 minutes - Pictures, dismounting, and socializing with your horse
Instruction and trail ride time may vary if individuals require more instruction time to ride comfortably.
What's Included
- Saddle bags for small items
- Post-ride photos taken on your personal device
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and helmet fitting
- Ages 8+ only; riders under 18 must ride with a parent or guardian
- Each rider rides their own horse; double riding is not allowed
- Height minimum 48 inches; weight limit 250 lbs
- Requires mounting from a mounting block, dismounting unassisted, and following basic riding instruction
- Requires understanding simple verbal wrangler instructions and controlling your own horse
- Wear fully enclosed, closed-toe and closed-back shoes; pants are preferred
- Wear the provided ASTM-certified riding helmet
- Complete an Equine Liability Release Waiver for every rider; a legal guardian must complete waivers for minors
- Keep phones put away while riding; texting, calls, and selfies are not allowed
- Rider changes require at least 48 hours' notice; unapproved substitutions are not allowed
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before start for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are nonrefundable. Riders not fully checked in within 5 minutes after start forfeit their ride without a refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather.
Product ID: S4JNVE
FAQs
If excessive heat, thunderstorms, or lightning require cancellation, you’ll be offered a full refund or the option to reschedule.
Yes. The ride is designed to introduce people to horses, including first-time riders. Receive basic riding and steering instructions before heading out.
Rider changes require at least 48 hours’ notice. Unapproved rider substitutions are not allowed.
Meeting details
Guided trail ride entrance, 11171 NW 103rd Court, Granger, IA 50109
