5 Los Angeles Horseback Riding Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Mulholland Trail Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 615 reviews · 1 hour · from $75Our pick

Ride a calm, guided horse through Griffith Park from Sunset Ranch Hollywood. You will see the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and downtown Los Angeles from the hills. Guides such as Dixie, Benito, Cass, and Megan help beginners feel at ease. Bring your phone, but leave bags behind.

“One of the best experiences of my life, never been horse riding but it was so easy to pick up. The guides are so patient, its value for your money would recommend 100% to anyone who wants to try something new. I was on a solo holiday and still had a great time so don’t hesitate to book”

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2.2-Hour Hollywood Trail Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 256 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Ride a calm horse through Griffith Park with an English-speaking guide such as Dixie, Tim, or Carla. Expect a slow, single-file pace, Hollywood sign and Griffith Observatory views, city panoramas, and help with photos. No riding experience is needed, but the trail runs near steep edges.

“The most amazing experience. Tim was great and the views were amazing! A once in a lifetime opportunity worth doing!”

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3.Mulholland Trail Horseback Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $75

Ride for about an hour through Griffith Park with Sunset Ranch Hollywood. Gentle horses, guides such as Cassie and Carly, and wide views of the Hollywood sign, Griffith Observatory, downtown Los Angeles, and mountain ranges make this a strong choice for beginners. Expect steep drops and a 240-pound weight limit.

“Cass was a great guide and the trail was amazing! The horses were well trained and it seemed like everyone attending had a great time.”

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4.Mt. Hollywood Trail Tour on Horseback

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $165

Ride for about two hours through Griffith Park with an experienced guide, riding instruction, a helmet, and a calm horse suited to beginners. From the Mulholland Trail, you’ll see the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and downtown Los Angeles before returning to 3200 Beachwood Drive.

“COMPLETE DISASTER AND SOMEONE SHOULD BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE. Drove 1.5 hours to find out we could do this. When we booked, I put 250lb. I am actually about 245, 6'3". Was told, can't be over 245 BUT Noone called or commented once it was booked...drove there and stopped”

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5.Evening 2-Hour Hollywood Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $175Top rated

Meet your guide at Sunset Ranch Hollywood, just minutes from Hollywood Boulevard, then ride at an easy pace through Griffith Park. You will see the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and downtown Los Angeles from the hills. No riding experience is needed, but the 240-pound limit is strict.

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