POWAY HORSE FIELD GUIDE
Walking-Only Trail Rides Through Poway’s Open Trails
Guided, walking-only horseback rides ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours with weekend pricing differences and a Saturday BBQ—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Walking-Only Trail Rides Through Poway’s Open Trails.
San Diego Trail Company leads guided horseback rides around Poway that emphasize safety and accessibility: all rides are walking-only, open to riders ages seven and up, and tailored to a variety of experience levels while exploring the area’s scenic trails.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Walking-only rides for safety and comfort
Rides are conducted at a walk only—no trotting or loping—so guests of different skill levels can enjoy a steady, supervised pace while on the trail.
Post-ride BBQ on Saturdays
Every Saturday the operator offers a catered lunch from Tuga & JP's BBQ after the ride, turning a morning on horseback into a full-day outing.
Small groups and tailored horse pairing
Rides are limited to a maximum of four participants for a personalized experience; staff pair riders with horses based on skill, size, and temperament.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
You meet at the operator’s Poway facility, are paired with a Western-saddled mount, receive guidance from wranglers, and then set out on a guided, walking-only loop across scenic trails; multiple groups may be on a single ride and the pace is deliberately steady to prioritize safety and the horses’ comfort.
THE PACE
Walking-only rides for safety and comfort
Rides are conducted at a walk only—no trotting or loping—so guests of different skill levels can enjoy a steady, supervised pace while on the trail.
THE FOOD
Post-ride BBQ on Saturdays
Every Saturday the operator offers a catered lunch from Tuga & JP's BBQ after the ride, turning a morning on horseback into a full-day outing.
THE SETUP
Small groups and tailored horse pairing
Rides are limited to a maximum of four participants for a personalized experience; staff pair riders with horses based on skill, size, and temperament.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits—and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rides run from 30 minutes up to 2 hours with weekday and weekend pricing tiers (30 min, 1 hr, 1.5 hr, 2 hr); weekend rates are higher—check operator price list and book by reservation.
Wear closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate layers; note the operator uses Western saddles exclusively and does not provide English saddles.
Meet at 14875 Mina De Oro, Poway, CA 92064; rides operate by reservation only—same-day bookings may be possible by phone but call ahead to confirm availability.
The operator monitors local conditions and will notify guests by 8 AM on the day of the ride if heat, wind, rain, or unsafe footing requires cancellation or rescheduling.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can ride?
Riders ages 7 and up are accepted.
Can I trot or lope on the trail?
No; rides are walking-only—trotting and loping are not offered.
Are destination rides available?
No; destination rides are not available.
What are the weight limits?
Riders 5'8" and taller: maximum 240 lbs. Riders under 5'8": maximum 180 lbs. The operator will verify weights at booking and may check on-site.
Is lunch provided?
Yes—on Saturdays there is a catered lunch from Tuga & JP's BBQ after the ride.
What is the cancellation policy for bad weather?
The operator monitors conditions and will notify guests by 8 AM on the day of the ride if excessive heat, wind, rain, or unsafe footing forces cancellation or rescheduling.
How many people are on a ride?
Rides are limited to a maximum of four participants to ensure a personalized experience; larger groups may be accommodated by contacting the operator.