Sunset Ranch Hollywood

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Sunset Ranch Hollywood

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3400 Beachwood Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068

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Sunset Ranch offers beginner-friendly horseback rides through Griffith Park with stunning views of the Hollywood Hills and cityscape.  

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"Wedged in between the canyons you'll find Sunset Ranch Hollywood. Which is the only Western Horseback riding ranch that gives guided tours in Griffith Park's 4,000 acres. They offer day & night rides & also guided tours to the Hollywood sign. Bring your sunblock & get ready for some amazing sights of LA below you." - Sallie Harrison Design Studio

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"Sunset Ranch Hollywood, Griffith Park. Wedged in between the canyons you'll find Sunset Ranch Hollywood. Which is the only Western Horseback riding ranch that gives guided tours in Griffith Park's 4,000 acres. They offer day & night rides & also guided tours to the Hollywood sign. Bring your sunblock & get ready for some amazing sights of LA below you."

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J Tan

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We ended up doing the ride on one of the hottest days of the year, but we had fun. The ride itself was approximately 45 min uphill through a winding trail. You can see the expansive Hollywood city view and the Hollywood Sign on the ride. The horses were tame and well trained and the guides were friendly. It was so hot today that they even gave away bottles of water for free. I recommend bringing a lanyard so you can tie your phone around your neck and bringing a mask since it gets quite dusty. Also, I would definitely recommend booking your ride earlier in the day or after 4 PM to avoid the mid-day heat.

Maureen Mestrez

Google
Can not rave enough about this place. The guides, the horses, the views during the ride - all amazing! Brought my best friend with me from South Carolina, and it was her first time on a horse, and she and I both had the best time! Lots of beginners on our tour with us, including young kids. If you're thinking about doing the tour- do it! It's a little surprising to read some of the previous poor reviews because we did not have a negative experience at all.

Alison Hansen

Google
I was nervous to ride, but the guide was super comforting. Views were beautiful! My kiddo and I had such an awesome ride. I would absolutely do this again.

Kara Anderson

Google
We had the best time on our one hour trail ride! Our family of four (2 adults and a teen and a tween) were each paired with great horses (Tank, Tater Tot, Jig Saw, and my favorite Juliet). The views were incredible and it was fun and unique way to experience the Hollywood sign and the views. Our guides with Becca and Bonito and they were both awesome. All of the staff did a great job helping my kids feel confident in the saddle.

Sanjam

Google
Had an incredible time horseback riding at Sunset Ranch! The views were absolutely stunning, and the whole experience was well-organized. My horse was calm, well-trained, and easy to ride, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced riders. The guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable throughout the ride. It was such a relaxing way to take in the scenery and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this is a must-do experience! Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back.

E Corona

Google
First time rider. The experience was just as amazing as the tour. Our guides were super helpful and friendly. Absolutely will come here again

Lucien Valentine

Google
Had such an awesome experience here! The horses were very calm and well-mannered. My guide was kind, knowledgeable and kept a close eye on everyone. It was cool to see the Hollywood Sign on the back of a horse. Loved darling Bonnie 😍❤️

courtney caggiano nunley

Google
Definitely a must do if you're visiting the area! I was admittedly VERY nervous to do this with my 8yr old & 11yr old daughters, we'd never been on a horse...and the cliffside trail had me anxious haha! The tour guides handled it all perfectly - paired me with "Frosty", who I'm pretty sure is the horse trained for nervous moms lol, and paired my daughters with awesome, slow & controlled horses - "Hewie" and "Cotton". Views are great, the 1-hr long length makes for a nice morning (factor in an additional 30-40 minutes to get situated & find parking). Bella was our guide & she was a delight, as was the rest of the crew at the ranch. You're in good hands!
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Mariela O.

Yelp
This experience was so much fun! We had the best time on our one hour trail ride! My bf and I were each paired with great horses (Juliet , and Rusty). The views were incredible and it was fun and unique way to experience the Hollywood sign and the views. Our guides were so awesome. All of the staff was amazing and they do such a great job guiding everyone before going on the ride. I will definitely be trying this with family who come out of town.
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Evan R.

Yelp
My GF and I, along with one of her friends, decided to do this while visiting LA. The ride was enjoyable, got to see a great view of downtown LA, and the horses were easy to ride. The briefing at the start was great if you have never ridden before, everyone was super helpful and friendly. I forget who our guide was, but she was amazing, giving us a lot of trivia about the area while we were riding. I would definitely recommend this as a great family activity if you have an hour or so to kill and want to do something easy. The only negative, and im not gonna dock an points for it, was getting there. Google Maps had us go one way which first resulted in a blocked off street (road maintenance), followed by navigating us to a gate that was closed. We had to call them to get directions, and ended up being about 6 minutes late due to having to take another detour, so I recommend using either Apple Maps or calling to ask them how to get there, but thats not their problem. Would do this again in a heart beat.
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Erik K.

Yelp
My GF and I did the one hour Mulholland Ride. Parking was free and easy, just use the call box and park in one of the dirt lots past the gate. There was a short tutorial before the ride, then we hopped on and were on our way 15 minutes later. The ride was beautiful, the horses we friendly, and the guides even took some photos and videos of us on our own phone. It's only ten minutes from the apartment, but it feels like a different world. I highly recommend experience. We want to go back and do the 2 hr ride next.
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Robyn B.

Yelp
Had a great ride! Wish I would've booked a 2hr session, went by quick. Will definitely go back in the summer for a different experience. I went in January which was cloudy, enjoyed it anyway.
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Alana L.

Yelp
Easy to reserve, fill out release forms and pay. The staff was friendly from start to finish, and our guide was great especially with kids. It's definitely rustic- but safe, fun, and charming. Beware there are only porta-potties! We will definitely return, and would recommend to friends.
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Mara R.

Yelp
This was my first time and I can tell you it was an amazing experience....I will be taking my family to experience this amazing journey. The staff were super helpful and safe. Thank you to the staff for your passion with horses

K. R.

Yelp
Visited the ranch for a horse riding experience over the holidays. Solid operation. I was primarily looking for how well the horses are/were treated (because not every operator takes care of their animals with TLC). By all indications, they are happy and healthy and well-loved by the staff. Great views of LA riding up and along the trails (though this is mostly a ride for first time riders/beginners). Where I do think they can step things up a bit is to make the rides a bit more interesting/interactive. Basically, they just chaperone you up and down the trail for an hour or two (depending). Some information along the way would make a 'good' ride 'great.' In that same spirit, it did feel like the guides were looking to just 'get it over with' and so the tip suggestions felt a bit overinflated in that respect. Perhaps more emphasis on experience and less on volume, though, in fairness, my visit was over the Christmas rush. Bet this would make the horses happier as well.
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Ebony P.

Yelp
I came here this weekend in morning with my bf. He surprised me for our anniversary! I was so excited and nervous at first. But i will say we had some of the best tour riders( Izzy, Jaime and Becky.) They made me feel so safe and comfortable riding thru the mountains. I want to highlight Becky though, she was super friendly and tentative even before we started the tour. Becky talked to us while riding through the mountains the whole time, which made the tour pleasant. She took photos of us to help make memories. My horse name was tater amazing horse, i believe he was a boy, we were in sync! Its like he knew it was my first Ride or something because he was super chill Izzy gave me the perfect horse! The only thing i was nervous while riding was being close to the edge at times and when my horse wanted to catch up to the horse infront he did a lil Gallup a few times, but imimmediately stop once he was back close so it wasnt so bad after the 2nd time. I really would recommend this place especially if you are afraid of heights or horses because its a really great experience.
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Dina D.

Yelp
Great time! Horses are extremely well taken care of and the staff members are all very helpful and friendly. I would definitely recommend this place! I came here for my birthday and it was perfect! Side note: use the bathroom before coming here, lol the one on the ranch isn't the greatest.
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Anthony Z.

Yelp
My girlfriend pestered me for a year about horseback riding into the sunset in the Hollywood Hills, so here I am to tell you guys about that experience. Booking was super easy through their website. Given that I went in December, the sun sets really early, which was almost on par with their last day time ride from 3PM to 4PM. Parking on their property was pretty painful being the last batch of riders; there isn't any designated parking spots so everyone just parked randomly in dirt areas along the main road. I had to wait 30 mins to leave since a car parking a little in front of mine was blocking the exit. Even though they say to arrive 30 mins before, I ended up waiting until 3PM before my group got fitted to the horses. They pick the horses for you based off your size, so don't get too hopeful in riding the horse you want. I'm pretty sure they WILL cancel on you if you arrive too late (PS: don't because you'll be holding up the entire group. Plan ahead). Aside from our late departure due to late arrivals, the ride itself was amazing. The horses walk single file along a hiking path with striking views of the iconic LA skyline and buildings. There are 2 guides that talk about the views and fun facts, which made the ride interesting. They also make an effort to keep you with your people, even if you guys didn't start off riding next to each other. Tips: --If you're a beginner, you definitely want to do the 1 hour trip. Our butts had pain the next day, and riding for longer periods, especially for first timers, doesn't make the ride as enjoyable. --Keep loose articles in your car or at the front desk. The ride is very bumpy and things can fall out.
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Beth V.

Yelp
Loved a quiet, 2-hour wander through Griffith on horses! The 1-hour trip is a lot more popular, so plan on a group joining you. Jaime was a terrific guide, and I had fun on the horse I rode today, Fred.
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Jason L.

Yelp
Even though I'm a local, I've always wanted to horseback ride by the Hollywood sign. So my girlfriend and I went this past weekend for our 1 year anniversary. They were fantastic! So friendly and accommodating! They informed us of a baby llama and a couple of small donkeys we could visit while waiting to start our ride which was a lot of fun. And our 2 hour ride was so great! Our guide, Bell, was awesome, and made the ride so relaxing and enjoyable for a couple of beginner riders like us. Definitely a fun time that I would recommend to others!
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Pimlada I.

Yelp
Here is my breakdown When you hit almost end of the road will see Ranch gate you need to press bottom so the gate will be open Rough road parking on the right-hand side and walk a bit till for entrance to reception, highly recommend arriving 15 m. Early so get prepared they will teach you how to knot the rope and signal and sign how to control the horse I ride Leo he's so sweet and loveable he know what he doing and know his trail very well. My sister ride singer he also lazy horse clam and mellow first of all we both nervous because 2 hours ride long ride but when you closer to nature and see Los Angeles view It's took nervous system away And we both feeling in love with our horse he smiles and licks his lip so cute . Our guide Cassidy very friendly and sweet Must try highly recommend. P.s. Do not bring bulky belonging while riding Try todo your private thing at somewhere else before entering to Ranch ( Ranch restroom NOT recommended) Bring your sanitizer spray for clean helmet And DON'T forget to Tip your Guide

Baraquin A.

Yelp
Everything Not friendly, horses don't seem healthy, we arrived 30min before the ride and we actually left 30min late. After 5min, we didn't move for 10min. Not even an hour of riding. The ride is pretty boring and you don't really see the Hollywood sign.

Steven L.

Yelp
The experience was just okay. We paid for a 2-hour ride, but it was clear that none of the guides were particularly eager to take us out. While the owner/manager was friendly, there's definitely room for improvement in the overall experience from start to finish. For instance, if someone buys a Sunset Ranch scarf, it's likely they're a tourist or someone who's never ridden a horse before and is looking for a memorable experience. It would be a nice touch to ask if they need help putting it on. Even if they decline, it shows that you care. We asked one of the passing guides for help, and while she assisted with a smile, when I asked her to help with our other kid, I suddenly felt like I was imposing on her time:) I realized later that she's one of the guides and they get paid on tip. OK, fair enough. I get it. We awkwardly waited for about 15 minutes after our scheduled booking time before someone informed us that we'd be going out next. The guides seem to make more money in tips ($20-30/person) with larger groups, which are typically on the 1-hour rides. I wouldn't recommend the 2-hour rides, but not for that reason; the saddles were incredibly uncomfortable, and after about 40 minutes, I was ready for the ride to end. For most people, especially if you're taller, I think a 1-hour ride is fine. Our group of three was eventually paired with a guide who spoke enough English for us to understand. He seemed to be the one who actually took care of the horses, as the other guides were asking him to find suitable horses for the guests. He was super friendly, and I'd definitely prefer to have him as our guide next time. I even asked my cousin to practice her Spanish with him, but she was too shy. His English was good enough to describe the spectacular views we were seeing, though. After the ride, I tipped him $100 for the three of us. This gentleman is a real gem and I'd recommend him to anyone!
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Cynthia L.

Yelp
We enjoyed our evening ride with Ashley as the guide. Ashley was very friendly and knowledgable. It was a bit hot and would have been nice if they allowed us to bring water. The walk is very slow to accommodate inexperienced riders but I would have enjoyed going a little faster at times. I would recommend going in fall when it's cooler because it was still hot during our summer evening ride.
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Lety G.

Yelp
A friend of mine had come here a couples months ago when he was in LA and I made a mental note to come here next time I was in town. I 10000% recommend booking a tour. I've never ridden a horse and this was super easy and enjoyable the staff is super nice and make sure you're comfortable. Our guide was Carla and she was awesome! You get your horse and if you're nervous you just let them know and they give you a horse accordingly. I had Finnegan and he was such a good horse. I took the 1 hour tour which was perfect for first time riding. They take you out on the trail and you get great views of LA and the Hollywood sign. Your guide also take photos of you on your horse and you get those at the end of the tour. Such a fun activity to do in LA and I will definitely be back again to take another tour!

Jose C.

Yelp
Very amazing!!! I do recommend staff is friendly and amazing. Are tour guide Ashely really nice, one recommendation tip them because they do an amazing job
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Hendra W.

Yelp
My girlfriend found this place and I dreaded coming here because I was never a fan of horseback riding. Boy, was I glad that I went. It was definitely an experience. Upon arriving, you would see a big gate and you would have to use the intercom to get in and parking was a little confusing for me. Anyways, don't hope to park right next to the ranch, because that won't happen (you would have to walk some distance to get to the nearest parking lot, but it's good for a workout ). Once you check in at the counter (located at the right), you would get to pick your helmet and wait for the instructors. Before the actual horseback riding, they would place the more experienced ones at the front and beginners at the back. The instructions given were pretty clear too, so don't be nervous, you would do just fine! You would be riding up the hill and down, and yes the views are as beautiful as the photos uploaded online! Finally, pricing was alright. TIP: - Don't do walk ins, just book ahead. - They have a pretty strict policy with punctuality. Basically just be early (15 minutes early) or on time because you wouldn't want to be skipped. - For those that have never entered an animal ranch, be warned, it stinks in there, but you'll get used to it!
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Peter S.

Yelp
We enjoyed the 2 hour Hollywood Sign Ride. I was taken by my son and Wife for Father's Day. We had a great time. I hate the helmets. I've ridden for 60+ years and never needed one. But I get it. Damn lawyers... I used to take their Sunset Dinner ride to the restaurant on the Burbank side. They don't do it any more. I hope they reconsider it. I hope they reconsider. I hope they reconsider.
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Marry T.

Yelp
I've been to many horseback riding experiences throughout cali but this has gotten to be the worst. I booked for the 9 am 1-hr trail ride and waited an hour just for the ride to start (which consequently pushed back my itinerary for the day). They tell you to arrive 30 mins prior to the start time but they were still taking riders in past the start time, which made us ALL late. It also felt extremely icky to me how they kept pushing for us to tip. It didn't really feel optional since they kept saying "we all work for tips here" and kept reminding us of the tipping guide and their respective Venmo's. The ride itself was underwhelming, they kept rushing us to finish the ride even though they started us off so late and had to prepare for their next group of riders. They also rushed through teaching us the basics, leading to many people confused on how to properly ride their horses. Usually for horseback riding, the guides would lead us to a nice vista point where we can stop to admire the scenery and get some nice photos. But for here, they took photos for us only once on the dirt road, MID-RIDE. The guides that were with us were also very unenthusiastic and seemed like they just wanted to get this over with. I also didn't appreciate how when I gave my boyfriend back his phone (since I had to cancel our next item on our itinerary due to the delay), the guide snootily said "don't worry, we'll get your insta pics later." So unnecessary. Would never come back to this ranch again!
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Veronica M.

Yelp
I found this place through yelp I was searching for places not to far for horseback riding trails. I did the one through grifffth mountains where you get a view of the Hollywood sign. It is true quite beautiful the ride was a little over an hour I think because some people were late not sure. We had two great guides and everyone who worked there was very knowledgeable about horses. The nature was beautiful and view even if it was a little cloudy. The horse I rode on was perfect and didn't eat anything sometimes at places horses like to eat things they also mention don't let the horses eat things because most is toxic to them. The company is very old and very beautiful. If you are afraid of heights in anyway or horses mainly heights I wouldn't recommend this. But if you want a perfect view then definitely come along they also take your picture.
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Melanie W.

Yelp
It's my birthday and I had a blast. The views were beautiful and I felt sunkissed Thank you to the staff for making it special. You don't know what you're missing until you try it. Until next time sunset ranch!!!! P.S. Who knew horseback riding was so therapeutic

Randy C.

Yelp
It was such a great experience for us. And as a surprise to my girlfriend for her Bday, it couldn't be better
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Ashley L.

Yelp
BF and I came here on a Sunday early afternoon with our couple friends. We arrived early, and good thing because the parking lot was already full so we had to park on an incline on the side of the road leading up from the parking lot to the stables. Call the ranch on the intercom and they'll buzz you through the gates. We waited maybe 15-20 minutes for everyone to show up and for the staff to get the horses ready. We started getting horse assignments and actually riding a little on the later side, but that was okay because at least they had us ride a full hour. We had two staff members, one at the front and one by the rear so you're in good hands. The horses for whatever reason like to go close to the edge of the trail so if you're afraid of heights, I don't recommend. The view of the Hollywood sign was just okay and from the side so don't expect that head-on view (this is best achieved from the street). The views of the city were nice, however, and the pace was nice and slow. Actually, my horse, Chaplin (sp?) was extremely slow and kept falling behind despite me encouraging him to go a little faster. Keep in mind it may get a little dusty on the trail and the ranch won't smell like roses, but the staff were very professional and the horses were gentle. The chickens and roosters were also funny. The trail that the horses go on for the Hollywood sign ride is also part of a hiking trail so you'll see other folks on foot.

Kathleen F.

Yelp
These stables are well set up for catering to crowds with limited to no experience. I was impressed that our guide was so adept at positioning the horses to keep an even pace. With wide pathways far from greenery, the horses never stopped to eat, so it was inviting for the first time riders in our party. My horse Monroe was clearly well trained and probably a real gem most of the time - but I saw signs many signs of discomfort: an uneven gait at the walk (right rear pain?), kicking her left rear multiple times with no other horses in proximity, and sporadic trembling all down her right side. She turned nicely off leg pressure but resented any reining, flattened her ears and swishing her tail frantically at the slightest rein movement. She was never comfortable and kept me alert for escalation. I was glad to get her back to the corral. Most of the horses were "bombproof" and steady. Frosty was an absolute delight, a sweetie who knew his job and wonderfully got it done. As for Monroe, while I enjoy horses with personality and a bit of spark, when it appears to stem from discomfort that's less enjoyable.
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Al S.

Yelp
Best view for Hollywood mountains With a view of the sign you can easily enjoy your ride through the mountains It's an amazing activity that you must try if you are in LA
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Michelle B.

Yelp
Came with my 2 adult sisters and my son (8 years old). We all had an amazing time thanks to Meghan and Ashley. Everyone was so accommodating to us and the riders. Our safety was their priority as well as the horses. It was really a peaceful ride. Want to mention my sisters and son, it was their first time riding and they did great! Thank you so much for such a fun time, we will be back with a bigger bunch! Just a note for me to remember for next time: My horse was frosty and my sons was jigsaw my sisters had tater and robin.
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Christine R.

Yelp
Best spot in LA first horsebackriding Great staff Great time :) Carla was a great guide :) Thanks again for a fun experience !
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Tiff E.

Yelp
One of the most underrated experience in LA. I take most of my friends who are visiting from overseas here to experience horse riding up griffith. A unique and personal experience. The trainers/guides here are super friendly. Just pay attention and listen to their instructions and you'll be fine. I've been here 3 times and each time is still amazing. Your butt will be sore but you'll be fine! Would recommend all tourists or even local californians to try this at least once!

kristen k.

Yelp
My husband booked us a 1 hour afternoon ride for our anniversary, and it was a fantastic experience! While it was a large group of riders, our guides Cassandra, Jaime, and Benito made sure to make each group/couple/family comfortable and took great care of us! They even helped everyone with fantastic photos along the way while pointing out the landmarks and scenery. The trail does get dusty, so a bandana or face covering would be beneficial. Can't wait to book another ride with sunset ranch, thanks so much for making our anniversary special!
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Martha C.

Yelp
It was an amazing experience my first time riding a horse. It was very therapeutic and wholesome I can't wait to try it again. Very easy instructions and our horses were very calm and great listeners. Giddy up cowgirls and cowboys.
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Shobi S.

Yelp
Issy was such a lovely guide and we had the best time with Frosty, Juliet, Ginny and Ron! (Sweetest horsies)
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Amberine H.

Yelp
10/10 recommend. Took my 13-year old nephew (from Australia) on this tour and it was the best thing he did on his trip! It was his first time riding a horse. His horse was calm and the guides were fantastic. They did not spend the time giving us a talking tour, they just let us ride and take in the views, which we both appreciated. One guide took a bunch of photos for us while we rode, they went above and beyond. I'm from LA and this was my first time doing this, will definitely come back.
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Richard C.

Yelp
Wonderful place for a peaceful horse riding trail. Park on the dirt road lot and walk up to the staples. Get to the place 30 min before your appointment. Find a comfortable helmet. The guides will find an appropriate horse for you based on your experience. Meagan was our guide- very helpful and gracious with taking photos of on our horses
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Jenni M.

Yelp
Horseback riding in the Hollywood Hills today was an almost otherworldly experience for me and my young adult granddaughter. Just getting there was interesting as we took Lake Hollywood Drive from Barham Boulevard and wound through the hills to our destination. Neither of us had ridden in years, but the well trained and behaved horses made it super easy. Our guide, Megan, was personable and helpful and took pics of us with her phone and airdropped them when we got back. (We wanted to be fully present so left our phones behind.) As promised, the Hollywood sign was prominent on our way back from the one hour ride which is a total of 3 miles. I mentioned the otherworldly element early in the review and I guess it's the riding of the horse coupled with the elevation, the views, the quiet and the birds. A+ other than the part where the guides are paid by tips.
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Nancy M.

Yelp
This was such an amazing experience. This was my first time on a horse. My best friend Matt surprised me with a 2-hour ride, and I was over the moon but also really scared. Fortunately, our guide BECCA WAS AMAZING!!! So was my horse, Tator. Becca, thank you for being a brilliant, lovely, and Master Horse Guide. You were not only informative but also funny and supportive. I am hiring you as my Life Coach. Seriously, it was the best experience ever.
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Susana B.

Yelp
Super friendly and welcoming. Ashley and I believe Meghan were our guides. They were both great and Ashley was kind enough to take pics and video of us. Don't forget to tip! And pet your horse! Horses were well cared for and had a lot of personality. Going to book lessons for kiddo!
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Stephanie H.

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This was such an amazing tour! First time to LA with my family. Did not expect there to be so much nature right next to busy LA. It's like you are on another planet. So quiet! Our guide was great. Knew tons about local plants and animals and area history. Was a bit nervous because none of us rode a horse before. All horses are calm and well trained. My nine year old daughter led the group up the mountain with no problem. Highly recommend. We did the one hour tour. I thought it might be too short, but it was perfect amount of time. Our scheduled time was 9 am. With getting on horse, instruction and the ride, we were back at the ranch around 10:30. You can also access the trail to walk closer to the Hollywood sign after the tour (it's less than one mile away).

Kimmy H.

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The staff are kind and helpful, and the horses are well cared for and happy. The trails are beautiful, and the 1 hour ride is especially gorgeous. I was terrified but it was fun in the end lol. MUST GO even if you have no experiences riding horses. Shout out to Belle & Izzy!
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Jen L.

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This was a great experience. The horses all had their own personalities and were all so beautiful. The one hour tour was the perfect amount of time. The views were beautiful. Our guide Becca was kind and patient. She took photos and videos for us and she kept reassuring my son who was nervous about the horse wanting to walk close to the edge. We highly recommend. Even our two teenagers enjoyed themselves. The instructions in the email show were to drive and where to park, pay attention to the email and you'll be a set.
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Gary M.

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The team at the Ranch these days is great! (I was there in 2005 and had a very different experience) Cassandra is a living doll! She was great with my teenage son and never lost her smile or infectious positive attitude. It was fun even watch her line up the horses or talk with the riders...you can see she loves her job. She's a keeper up there. The other people running the ranch couldn't have been nicer and more professional as well. My son loved the ride and the price I thought was pretty reasonable. We will repeat for sure. Thanks to all at the Ranch!
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Chanel S.

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Had a very great time!! You can tell That these folks really enjoy what they do and they love the animals!! Megan was awesome! She was very nice and informative .. I would book again .. thank you Fiona and Genie !!!!!!
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Gertrude H.

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We had a Amazing weekend with them! Tge kids had a great time. We will definitely come back. We did the 2 hour ride...
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Ajda K.

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Fun and relaxing experience; nice guides, well-trained horses. Epic views. Would certainly recommend.
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Nathan P.

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Came here 05/01/2022. We had an awesome time in a large party of 8 at Sunset Ranch Horseback Riding. I don't remember our tour guide's name but she was a young blonde woman. We elected for the 2-hour trail and trotted all the way under, around, and through the Hollywood hills. The horses were very well trained and the guide and ranch hands make you feel very safe throughout the journey. Our guide was knowledgeable about the history of Los Angeles and the Griffith family, she was energetic and gave us tips on how to ride horses properly. As someone who doesn't have much (if any) experience horseback riding, I felt comfortable and had a lot of fun here. We even had a slight stampede when an unleashed dog was on the trail and the horses got scared, but luckily no one got hurt. The expected tip is $10-$20.
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Reyna B.

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It was a great activity to do! I went with my sweet girlfriend and she had a blast. it was a great way to relax and do something different. I was a bit scared at first but the guides were sweet and reassuring. They made sure we felt safe and if they saw us struggling a bit they came to the rescue. The only thing is that your butt does hurt after hahaha.
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Leighanne H.

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We had a lot of fun and would def go back again for sure. Reasons for 4/5 - - 19 people is overbooked. The line would get so long and you had horses that didn't want to go slow down those behind. Should have been a split group. They tell you to not let the horses walk side by side because they will fight, well, that's not really cool putting people who have no clue what they are doing on a horse that might fight. - They ask to tip to guides, which we did and I was glad they were there, but honestly they were so different on personality and even when friendly is was super forced. I don't need a whole show put on for me to tip someone, but it was just a strange vibe there. There were some comments made (I will not repeat) that were quite distasteful. It would have been nice to have more balance with some fun facts and simple talk. - And finally, the trail was just whatever. The hills are beautiful, but it wasn't anything spectacular (so, expect to enjoy it, not necessarily be blown away by it).
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Beau K.

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Such an amazing experience! I brought my husband here for birthday horseback riding! We booked online and were immediately sent super clear directions, and were able to fill out forms online so we didn't have to deal with paperwork the day of. Free on site parking right at the entrance, and we were greeted instantly by the staff that are so friendly and welcoming and just such a good vibe. We were given clear directions and felt super safe the entire time. The horses all look and feel so happy and loved! The hour long ride in the gorgeous hollywood hills was so beautiful and we our horses were magical. I can't recommend this experience enough to any animal lover. We will definitely be back!