Horseback Riding

Slow down with a horseback ride.

St. Augustine offers numerous stables, horseback riding guides, equestrian centers, and more than 120 acres of designated horseback riding trails. Both beginners and experienced riders have plenty of options, with guided tours available for individuals, families, and groups. Experienced horsemen who bring their horses with them may ride on select county beaches. Further information on access and permitting is available here.

Horseback Riding

Enjoy horseback riding at local stables and equestrian centers, as well as along nature trails throughout the county. Avid horsemen who bring their horses with them may even ride them on the beach -- a wonderfully romantic and relaxting thing to do in St. Augustine.

People travel on horseback in the forest.

Bella Cavalla Stables

(904) 514-2769

1524 Scott Road

Visitors can discover breathtaking views of St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra while traveling on horseback.

Florida Agricultural Museum

(386) 446-7630

7900 Old Kings Road

See and experience a Florida farm at this living history museum in Flagler County.

The boardwalk at Frank B. Butler County Park

Frank Butler Beachfront Park East

(904) 209-0752

5860 A1A S.

Have a picture perfect beach day with amenities for the whole family to enjoy.

Guana South Beach Access

(904) 823-4500

1798 Ponte Vedra Blvd.

A beautiful mix of pristine beaches, trails, and preserved wetlands/estuaries.

The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve

(904) 380-8600

505 Guana River Rd.

Hike, bike, and enjoy nature at this natural reserve.

Matanzas State Forest

(904) 797-5073

6840 US 1 S.

A spacious park with endless amenities for an adventurer to enjoy.

A water view along one of the nature trails at Moses Creek Conservation

Moses Creek Conservation Area

(386) 329-4500

1300 S.R. 206

Explore nature trails at this diverse vegetative community.

A map of the trails at Nocatee Preserve with bikes parked in front of the display

Nocatee Preserve and Mountain Bike Trail

(904) 209-0335

501 Davis Park Rd.

An ideal spot for cycling, horseback riding, and bird watching.

St. Johns County Equestrian Center

(904) 209-0332

8200 Smith Road

Offering riding arenas and a community center.

StarBrite Stables

(904) 631-8816

9155 Barrel Factory Road

StarBrite Stables Equestrian Foundation works to make a positive difference for children living with social, emotional, or physical challenges including terminal illness.