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    Lead-Line Pony Ride for Kids

    Safe, wrangler-led horse ride for kids ages 2–7 around the stables

    4.8 stars• 1.7K reviews

    Duration

    15 mins

    Includes

    Lead line pony ride, Wrangler guide

    Highlights

    Give your child a gentle introduction to horses with a 15 minute, wrangler-led lead-line ride around the stables. Your child rides a full-size horse as a wrangler guides them for three laps of the property.

    • Ride a full-size horse led by a wrangler
    • Complete three laps around the property
    • Experience a safe lead-line introduction
    • Bring children ages 2–7 for this ride

    What's Included

    • Lead-line pony ride
    • Wrangler guidance
    • Three laps around the property

    Things to know

    For ages 2–7. Closed-toe shoes are required; long pants are recommended. Arrive 30 minutes early for a safety talk and preparation. One rider per horse; maximum rider weight 235 lbs.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel or change at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure to avoid full charge. The booking fee is nonrefundable on partial refunds. If the operator cancels for any reason, they will work to reschedule you or provide a full refund.

    Product ID: 7E4EQH

    Meeting details

    Colorado Springs, CO

    Experience provided by Academy Riding Stables

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    $21.20

    Ages 8-15

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    Trail rides through Garden of the Gods with this crew are consistently delivering the kind of experience people talk about long after they leave. Guides like Morgan, Matthew, Jaiden, and Jeremiah come up by name again and again, praised for being knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely fun to ride with. Several reviewers noted how naturally guides balanced sharing information about the park's rock formations with simply letting riders soak in the scenery. The logistics are straightforward and well-organized, from booking to the safety briefing and helmet fitting on arrival. Beginner riders show up nervous and leave raving, while experienced riders appreciate that the horses are calm and well-trained. One reviewer brought a group of 32 and felt the whole operation handled it smoothly, which says a lot about how the staff manages different group sizes and comfort levels. One-hour and two-hour ride options both get strong marks, with the two-hour ride offering a bit more time to settle in and enjoy the views. A practical tip from one reviewer worth passing along: wear jeans rather than leggings. Overall, this is a well-run operation staffed by people who clearly take pride in what they do, and it shows in just how many guests leave wanting to come back.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    My first time riding a horse and it was amazinggg! Jayden made sure I was comfortable the entire time and was very informative about the area. Can’t recommend this place enough.

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    Kevin

    August 26, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    My first time riding a horse and it was amazinggg! Jayden made sure I was comfortable the entire time and was very informative about the area. Can’t recommend this place enough.

    Photo of Kevin

    Kevin

    August 26, 2026

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