PALM COAST HORSE FIELD GUIDE
Two‑Hour Trail Ride Across 450 Acres to Princess Place Preserve
A guided, two‑hour horseback ride across wooded trails, around a lake and over a wildlife bridge to Princess Place Preserve—this guide distills the route, requirements, and what to bring.
Two‑Hour Trail Ride Across 450 Acres to Princess Place Preserve.
Set out from a working equestrian barn onto 450 acres of pine and palmetto: wooded singletrack, a lake loop and a wildlife bridge that carries riders over the highway as they continue toward the hills and tidal creek country of Princess Place Preserve. Along the way the route passes historic buildings, a Cracker Pioneer home with heritage livestock, and landscapes that feel larger than the region’s modest topography.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Woodland Trails, Lake Loop and Wildlife Bridge
The ride threads wooded trails and rounds a lake before crossing the highway on a wildlife bridge—small transitions that open into varied terrain and unexpected views across the property’s 450 acres.
Cracker Pioneer Home and Princess Place Legacy
Historic buildings punctuate the landscape: a Cracker Pioneer home with heritage livestock anchors the property’s past, and the ride continues onto the hills and riverine edge of Princess Place, once owned by a Russian princess.
Gentle, Well‑Trained Mounts for All Skill Levels
Riders are paired with gentle, well‑trained horses handled for trail work—mounts suited to riders with a range of experience so the emphasis is on the landscape and the walk, trot and easy canters where appropriate.
What the day feels like
How the two‑hour ride unfolds
The guided outing moves steadily through shaded woodland singletrack and around a quiet lake before riders cross a wildlife bridge over the highway. The route passes historic structures and a Cracker Pioneer homestead with heritage livestock, then continues onto Princess Place Preserve, following hills by Pellicer Creek and open pasture once part of the estate.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Helmets are provided if needed (riders under 18 must wear one). Wear closed‑toed shoes; do not bring purses or backpacks. Arrive at least 15 minutes early and follow arrival instructions in your confirmation. Bathrooms are available on site. Horses are normally tacked in Western gear unless English tack is requested ahead of time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trail ride?
The ride lasts two hours.
What are the minimum age and maximum weight requirements?
All riders must be at least 8 years old; the weight limit is 250 pounds.
How do I book, and what if I need a last‑minute reservation?
All rides must be booked online; online booking closes 24 hours prior. Rides can still be scheduled with less than 24 hours’ notice by contacting the Barn Manager directly between 8 AM and 10 PM (Call/Text 386‑365‑6000).
Are helmets and appropriate footwear required?
Helmets are included if needed and riders under 18 must wear one. Closed‑toed shoes are required for all riders.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
Full refunds are offered for cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance, or if a ride is cancelled by the guide because of poor weather.
How many riders per departure and what if only one person books?
The operator can take up to six people at a time. Two riders are needed to open a time slot; once a slot is opened single riders can add on, and single riders may sometimes be accommodated during weekdays—call for availability.