Lake of the Ozarks Horseback Riding
With all of the activities available on the water and in the nightclubs in the region, some people seem to forget about Lake of the Ozarks horseback riding. But there are many choices when it comes to this traditional pastime. Among the most popular places to begin your horseback-riding adventure are: Broken Gait Trail Rides, Ozark Homestead Riding Stables and Circle R Stables. Several of the commercial campgrounds also offer horseback riding as one of the amenities available to their guests.
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Lake of the Ozarks: Horseback Riding
Broken Gait Trail
Osage Beach, MO (Lake of the Ozarks)
Broken Gait Trail Rides provides experienced guides and trail horses for you to rent out where you can take a relaxing scenic horseback trail riding adventure through beautiful Central Missouri. Picture yourself horseback riding on winding trails through a shaded forest listening to the rhythm of your horse, the flowing water of a creek, and other wildlife sounds. This daydream can become a reality when you choose Broken Gait Trail for your Ozark horseback riding experience.
Contact Information
573-796-6192
Lake of the Ozarks: Horseback Riding
Circle R Stables
Osage Beach, MO (Lake of the Ozarks)
Horseback ridding at the Lake of the Ozarks is a great way to relax. Circle R Stables has low rates and trained horses and experienced guides. Call now to book your fun filled trail ride.
Contact Information
573-348-8687
Location Information:
State Road KK at Tan-Tar-A
Osage Beach, MO
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For the outdoor enthusiast, Lake of the Ozarks State Park provides camping areas in beautiful scenery, fishing, boating, swimming and more. The “more” includes horseback riding through the amazing landscape (limestone cliffs, lush forests). With more than 17,000 acres, the state park has plenty of room for hiking, horseback riding and bicycling. Currently there are a dozen trails winding through the pleasant and often awe-inspiring surroundings.
Guests who have taken the opportunity to ride through this gorgeous region are unanimous in rating the experience as memorable. Small groups are welcome but it’s important to make advance reservations. Stables are only a short distance from the most modern hotels and condominiums. In addition, some people choose to stay in a rustic cabin, a motor home or tent and complete the outdoor experience with a few hours of horseback riding.
Prices vary from one business to another, of course. But stables generally offer short rides of about an hour, as a way to get started, as well as longer trips of four to five hours (with lunch break). Per-person rates for the longer rides can run from $125 to $140. Shorter rides can range from $20 up.
One of the great things about Lake of the Ozarks horseback riding is the experience that the owners and guides have. Almost anyone can enjoy this unique activity without previous experience with horses. The animals are very calm and are used to having different riders from day to day. Stables also provide horses of different sizes to accommodate family and group rides. Children are certainly welcome.
Many riders find the quiet surroundings are the best feature of Lake of the Ozarks horseback riding. There are no engines running, no music and sometimes little conversation. Riders have the opportunity to view the animals and plants in their native habitat. Whether you bring your own mount for an organized trail ride or take the opportunity to go for a ride on a “rented” horse, Lake of the Ozarks horseback riding is sure to be a highlight of your stay.
