Horseback Riding San Francisco [Bay Area Horse Rental] Garrod Farms

Reservations Only! No walk ins.

Hours of Operation:

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (5:00 PM DST)
Everyday except Thanksgiving and Christmas

Reservations required everyday, Book Online (408) 867-9527

Proudly Serving Horseback Riding San Francisco and the Bay Area since 1962

Guided Trail Rides

1 hour, guided trail rides. All riders must be 8-years-old or older, and at least 42 inches tall and weigh less than 225 lbs.

Early Bird Specials

Saturday and Sunday only $65.00 per rider Early Bird Special.

Saturday 8:30am & 9:30am only
Sunday 8:30am & 9:15am only

Horse Ride Rates

1 hour Trail Ride: $81.00/per person Book Appointment Each reservation is for 1 rider.
20 minute Pony Walk: $49.00 Online Reservations Only Book Appointment
Groups rates for 10 or more available on weekdays. Reservations required. Not available at this time!
Cancellation Policy for Trail Ride and Pony Walk is 24 hours prior to your appointment for refund. Early Bird can not be transferred to a later time.

Trail Ride

Pony Ride

What to Wear

Tennis shoes, long pants, and a face covering. No clogs, sandals, platform shoes, high heels. We provide helmets for all riders, as they are required.

Dog Policy

All dogs must be on a leash! We love dogs, but for Garrod Farms it’s better if you leave them at home. If you decide otherwise, owner is responsible for any incidents involving their dog.

Kids Under Eight Riding

For little riders under eight years old, 20 minute Pony Rides are available. Children must be old enough to sit-up with control and comfort. All pony walks will have a handler. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Kids Under Eight (as young as four) can also take Equestrian Vaulting lessons. For more on vaulting, click here. (MountEdenVaulting.org)

Early Bird Specials

Saturday or Sunday enjoy our 1 hour guided Early Bird Trail Ride starting at $65.00. Early Bird Trail Rides must be reserved and paid for in advance online.

Saturday 8:30am & 9:30am Only
Sunday 8:30am & 9:15am Only

Wine Tasting & Horseback Riding San Francisco

On the last Sunday of the month, ride in the beautiful Saratoga Hills with views of the Bay Area and San Francisco at Garrod Farms. Join a special group for an hour-long trail ride, then mosey over to the winery for a tasting and simple mini buffet. All reservations or cancellations must be made by Friday at 12 PM before the ride. $119.00/per person. Not available at this time!

Corporate Events

Not available at this time!

Form Downloads

Adult Release Form

Minors Release Form

For additional information on these or any of the services we offer, please call Garrod Farms at (408) 867-9527.

Garrod Farms

4.6

Based on 54 reviews

Todd O

15:23 18 Mar 20

The property here is amazing. Over 150 acres of vineyards and stables. The trail ride is amazing as well. The views over the entire valley and as far as San Francisco. Windy trails and areas where we could gallop with the horse make this one of the best hours you can spend in the region. When finished you can go to the tasting room and enjoy the wine. The staff here is very friendly and let you enjoy your time.

karen reiter

01:59 05 Mar 20

Kept my mate there years ago, was great.

Ekaterina Fedorova

23:18 15 Dec 19

We had a pony walk with our daughter. It was 30 mins walk with outstanding views. Our guide told us a lot about the farm and different horse breeds. After the ride we checked the winery which is great as well.

Roxanne Garcia

23:56 19 Aug 19

I've been horseback riding for over 30 years. I've been to many stables. This one definetly stood out from the others. The guides were very friendly. The horses very clean and very well trained. It was my sons first time and he now wants to ride more frequently from having such a great experience and my other son that's ridden with me for the past 14 years was really happy we went there and pointed out the same things I did. Thanks for making my family's day a perfect one. Phoenix was the best horse.

YIBING ZHANG

22:39 13 Jul 19

They said we could walk in and had a trail riding. But when we are here they told us they are not available. I think the receptionist was not friendly at all. I will not be here anymore.

Raquel Spriggs

00:20 12 Jun 19

We had so much fun! Our first time horseback riding ever. We took advantage of the early bird special at 8:30 morning. It included an extra half hour for the price of an hour. Our guide was great, she was knowledgeable of the property and horses.

Steve Toth

03:59 30 Dec 18

Went on the pony ride with my daughter. Had a great time. The views are great and the ride was fun. Didn't have time to check out the winery but that seemed nice too.

Dinesh K

03:42 15 Aug 16

Garrod farms stables is such an encouraging place. They have the horses well trained and the trial rides give so much experience to the riders. Garrod farms riding stables is the best place to learn horseback riding.

Ravi Krish

04:06 12 Jul 16

Beautiful Place to relax @ Garrod farms & Winery,see Horses training, Horse riding.FunPlace for adults and children.

Rashmi pali

17:08 24 Oct 15

Its was our anniversary and we have booked a one hour trail ride. Because the trail guides weren't well, Jan Garrod himself took us on the trail. Fabulous views and great well kept horses. If you want a romantic serene getaway close to minutes from home, this is THE place to go. They had a huge arena for lessons too. Then we headed over to the winery for tastings. There one of the cooper daughters was in charge. Hands down the best service in a family run business where they truly know how to make their customers feel part of a family tradition and provide that cozy homey environment. This Cooper-Garrod collaboration will truly run for centuries to come if they keep doing what they are doing!

Dee M

20:18 05 Oct 15

What a great place to go horseback riding! You get beautiful views of the vineyards, the East Bay and the City. The guide was patient and had a great attitude. Our group had a great time and celebrated a birthday in a very unique way.

Bjorn Ahlblad

16:18 12 May 15

We have taken family trail rides as well as lesson programs here and found the people very friendly and helpful. The horses are handled much better here than some other places-the owners and employees care about the safety and well being of riders and animals. Garrod Farms is home to a very well respected equestrian team that competes world wide and has won gold medals. Top notch horse facility and check out the winery too.

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