Walk-ins are welcome, but the trail rides fill quickly and advanced reservations are highly recommended.
See below for reservation options
You can book your ride online or Call us at (800) 959-3513 or (828) 649-3464 to make your reservations today!
A credit card is required for all reservations. We accept all major credit cards.
Note: Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance of the scheduled reservations, or you will be charged in full.
Please be sure to scroll down to see important information related to your reservation.
One Hour Horseback Ride
$55 Cash | $65 Card/Online
Just the right amount of time in the saddle to enjoy a scenic trail ride in the North Carolina mountains. Our experienced guides will lead you on a ride with gentle trails and panoramic views of the countryside. An enjoyable horseback ride for all abilities.
Two Hour Horseback Ride
$85 Cash | $95 Card/Online
The two hour ride is for those who like to spend more time in the saddle. This ride starts out along the same scenic trails as our “one hour ride” and then goes up further into the hills. Be sure to bring your camera as the scenery is spectacular!
Three Hour Horseback Ride
$120 Cash | $130 Card/Online
The three hour horseback ride is our most popular ride. We leave the stables and ride over the hilltops for approximately an hour. We then take an hour break at the Little Pine Gem Mine to allow our guests to dig in the tailings. After one hour, we mount again and follow the trail to up to the high mountain. From there, you can see Big Ball Mountain and Tennessee. Finally, the trail winds back down to the stables.
Pricing: Cash Price is for those who call in and reserve over the phone. We take a credit card to reserve the booking and you pay cash on arrival. The card price is for those who wish to book online or pay with their credit card over the phone.
* Children 5 years and under may ride double with a parent 1/2 price.
*private rides for $20 extra per person
Private Lessons
We offer private lessons at different times of the year. Please call for availability and more information.
Please arrive atleast 30 mins early. If you arrive after your start time your tour may be cut short.
* Prices Subject To Change
Note: Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance of the scheduled reservations, or you will be charged in full.
Important: Each person riding MUST print and sign our Participant Agreement.
I would also recommend the 3 hour tour. Trails gave you plenty of different types of terrain but nothing too challenging. My 8 yo daughter had no problem on her own and was matched well with the horse as was I. We unfortunately could not go into the gem mine but there are still plenty of garnet in the tailings around mine. The horses seemed to be well taken care of and they seems to be pretty organized there. - Matthew S.
Terms of Service
We are currently open for business and following North Carolina safety guidelines.
TOS: Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance of the scheduled reservations, or you will be charged in full.
Please arrive at least 30 mins early. If you arrive after your start time your tour may be cut short.
More Info
IMPORTANT! Make sure you include the city name and/or zip when you search for us using GPS. The street address by itself could refer to us or to another establishment two hours from here.
*Cash Price Call-In Only No Online Booking
Pricing! There is a $10 Savings on all Horseback Tours if you make your reservation over the phone.
Directions & Hours
Hours of Operation
Open Mon - Sat 8:30am - 4pm| Closed SundaysExcept Holiday Weekends
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & Easter Day
Contact Info
(828)649-3464
(800)959-3513
Sandy Bottom Trail Rides
1459 Caney Fork Road
Marshall, NC 28753
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