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DESTINATIONS
LI'S BEST HORSEBACK RIDING SPOTS
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BABYLON RIDING CENTER
Located at Belmont Lake State Park,
this riding center provides a convenient
location to learn a new skill
and take in the beautiful scenery of
the area. Riders have the option of a
30- or 60-minute lesson and reservations
are required. 1500 Peconic
Ave., West Babylon, 631-587-7778,
babylonridingcenterny.com
BETHPAGE EQUESTRIAN
CENTER
The self-proclaimed “premier spot for
horseback riding on Long Island,” this
equestrian center provides guided
hour-long trail rides through Bethpage
State Park with gorgeous views
of the Bethpage State Park Golf Course.
Rides are one hour long and operate
every day, weather permitting. 499
Winding Rd., Old Bethpage, 516-845-
1000, bethpageequestriancenter.com
BIG RIVER BARN RESCUE, INC.
This trail riding spot doubles as a
horse rescue initiative. It helps the
animals recover from any injuries and
rehabilitate them for a new life where
they can support themselves, namely
through going out on trail rides. Located
in the Muttontown Preserve, this
hidden gem serves rides that range
from an hour and 15 minutes to more
than four hours upon request. 1864
Muttontown Rd., Syosset, 516-650-
0016, bigriverbarn.com
DDR FARM
Located in West Hills County Park,
DDR Farm provides scenic trail
rides all year round. Walk-ins are
accepted, but a reservation is recommended
to avoid a long wait. 412 Sweet
Hollow Rd., Melville, 631-616-9656,
ddrfarm.com
DEEP HOLLOW RANCH
The oldest working ranch in the United
States, this family run business offers
not only trail rides but one-of-a-kind
beach rides along the Long Island
Sound as well. Experience a beautiful
coastline in the most extraordinary
way. 8 Old Montauk Hwy., Montauk,
631-668-2744, deephollowranch.com
NASSAU EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Located adjacent to the Muttontown
Preserve, this equestrian center provides
trail rides along miles of scenic
paths. Walk or trot along in either
an English or Western saddle here.
Children with no prior riding experience
are required to take one lesson
before being sent out on the trail.
62 Route 106, Jericho, 516-342-1771,
nassauequestriancenter.com
NATIVITY RIDING ACADEMY
This Ridge horseback riding spot is
home to horses named “Nativity’s
Angel” and “Nativity’s Prince,”
who are known to provide a
great trail riding experience. 48
Woodlot Rd., Ridge, 631-504-0085,
nativity-riding-academy.com
NEW YORK EQUESTRIAN
CENTER
Next to the 775 acres of Hempstead
Lake State Park, New York Equestrian
Center has 9 miles of dedicated bridle
paths. From horseback, riders have a
view of the beach, five lakes, the hills
of the Hempstead Private Country
Club golf course and more. 633 Eagle
Ave., West Hempstead, 516-486-9673,
mynyec.com
PARKVIEW RIDING CENTER
Located in Connetquot State Park,
this equestrian center provides
hour-long trail rides along the
scenic Connetquot River State Park
Preserve from sunrise to sunset.
Rides are available by appointment
and are offered from beginner to
advanced levels. 989 Connetquot
Ave., Central Islip, 631-581-9477,
parkviewridingcenter.com
ROCKY POINT PINE BARRENS
STATE FOREST
This state forest is home to five horseback
riding trails that make up almost
20 miles of bridle paths in addition to
trails for mountain biking, hiking, and
more. NY-25A, Rocky Point, 800-456-
2267, dec.ny.gov/lands/75900.html
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