Ride Horses In Land Between The Lakes In Kentucky For a Memorable Experience
You’d expect, in a state like Kentucky, to find many places where you can enjoy a horseback riding adventure. The Bluegrass State is known for its rolling hills of horse farms and of course our Kentucky Derby, but we also offer several chances for locals and visitors to hop in the saddle themselves. One place where you can either visit with your own horses or go on a guided trail ride (horses provided) is Wranglers Campground and Riding Stable in the beautiful Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area.This region of our state is already a nature-lover’s dream come true and you you can also go horseback riding in Kentucky through the woods and along the water for a memorable experience.
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The Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is a popular destination in western Kentucky that's filled with natural beauty.
With lakes, hiking trails, wildlife, plantlife, and unique features you won't find anywhere else, this area is a must visit for every Kentuckian. And one of the best ways to experience it is by camping. If you happen to have a horse (or just love horses), you'll want to stay at Wranglers Campground.
To get to the campground and riding stables, you'll be treated to incredible scenery that makes any length of drive more than manageable.
This property is literally the land between the lakes, as it lies between Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake. While both bodies of water are worth exploring, don't discount all of the adventures to be had on the land.
And given that you are in Kentucky, why not experience it all on horseback?
Wranglers Campground is also home to a riding stable that has a beautiful herd of friendly horses. Of course you are also welcome to bring your own and create your own adventure.
If you stay at the campground, there are wonderful accommodations for both you and your horse.
Reserve a cabin or a campsite, primitive or for an RV. Horses have the right of way here, so it's like its own little horse-loving community. You also have access to 100 miles of horse trails throughout the property.
But even if you do not have a horse, you can live out all of your riding dreams within Land Between the Lakes.
Wranglers Riding Stable offers guided trail rides from April through October. Children as young as 6 may ride and these highly rated guides will make sure it's a memorable and positive experience.
You can choose from a 45-minute ride for $20/person or a 90-minute adventure for $30/person (cash only!). Advanced reservations are recommended and you can make them by calling 270-924-2211.
The guided trail rides head into the woods and are some of the most scenic you'll find anywhere in the state. You'll also be able to get views of the water as the trail passes by the lake at times.
If you have a horse and can set off on your own, there are miles and miles of trails to choose from.
Be sure to check out the trail descriptions on the campground's website, linked below. Some of these horse trails even take you to the banks of Lake Barkley and wonderful views.
Of course most of us do not have our own horse to saddle up, but you can still have a memorable adventure in the Bluegrass State.
Go horseback riding in Kentucky in the picturesque Land Between the Lakes and make family memories that are sure to last a lifetime.
The Bluegrass State is filled with outdoor adventure and horseback riding in Kentucky is one that everyone should try at least once. If you’re lucky enough to have your own horse and haven’t been to Wranglers Campground yet, make plans to visit soon! And if you don’t have a horse, but want to experience this beautiful area of Kentucky on horseback, then check out Wranglers Riding Stable for a memorable adventure. Would you love to explore the Land Between the Lakes area on horseback? Let us know in the comments!
For more information on Wranglers Riding Stables, visit their website here and for the campground, visit here.
Address: 5100 Laura Furnace Road, Golden Pond, KY 42211
And for more on the outdoor adventures to be had within Land Between the Lakes, check out our previous article here.
A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
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