Guided Horseback Trail Rides
Ride through the mountains of central Pennsylvania with Nittany Mountain Trail Rides. Our guided trail rides are scenic, beginner-friendly, and led by experienced horse handlers.
Trail rides begin at the Sand Mountain Trail Head. Please call ahead for availability and arrival details.
Call 814-880-5100 to reserve your ride.
Ride Options
We offer two-hour rides for $125 per person and four-hour rides for $225 per person, with a minimum of four riders per ride. If your group has fewer than four riders, please ask about being paired with another group.
Our trail ride availability varies depending on the season and our schedule. The best times to schedule a ride are usually late spring through early fall, and summer trail rides are available seven days a week.
Do I Need Riding Experience?
No riding experience is required. We match riders with horses based on experience, confidence, size, and each horse's personality. Before the ride, we teach the basics, including balance, rein length, steering, stopping, and safe trail riding.
Why Tennessee Walking Horses?
Nittany Mountain Trail Rides has been offering trail rides for nearly 45 years, and we believe Tennessee Walking Horses are especially well suited for mountain trail riding. They are known for calm temperaments, sure-footedness, endurance, and a comfortable gait that helps riders enjoy more time in the saddle.
Our horses carry riders for trail rides, bird dog field trials, Camp Woodward outings, private events, endurance competitions, and battle re-enactments.
Safety and Rider Fit
Our goal is to provide a pleasurable ride for both rider and horse. Riders must be physically fit and able to mount with minimal assistance. Our heaviest rider limit is 200 lb (91 kg). We may ask about rider fitness when you call so we can keep you safe, keep our horses healthy, and match each rider with the appropriate horse and saddle.
If you enjoyed your ride, tips for your trail guide are appreciated. Horses will also accept apples or carrots as a thank you.
Ready to ride? Call 814-880-5100 to check availability.
