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Academy Riding Stables

4 El Paso Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
719 633 5667
4.0 of 5 stars 56 Reviews
Type: Horseback Riding Stables
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Isla de Vieques, Puerto Rico
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW
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Good horse rides for inexperienced riders . Attentive cowboys and cowgirls . Fun ride ! More

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Dallas, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Having ridden at several other horseback riding facilities throughout the world and owning horses, this 2 hour ride by far was the best I have been on. When we arrived, (45 minutes before the ride to get paperwork and a safety briefing), we were greeted with a smile from the office gal Sandy and she told us about how to... More

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Tampa, Florida
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012
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The time before last when we visited Colorado Springs, some friends of ours suggested we ride through the Garden Of The Gods instead of drive or hike like we traditionally do. It was the best idea. All you've heard about the Garden can be seen and more. And I've ridden since I was young so that just added to the... More

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Kansas City
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012
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I have been going to Colorado for the past 20 years and going on horseback rides with my family. This was the worst most overpriced ride we have ever been on! First, to see Garden of the God’s drive or walk in. The park is free, and you can stop and enjoy the view much better on your own time,... More

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Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2012
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We took the 2 hour ride with an 8 and 10 year old. Good tour. Had about 15 folks on tour with 2 guides. The rear guide repeats the info so all can hear about the area. More

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Manitou Springs, Colorado
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2012
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A very memorable horseback ride through the Garden of the Gods. Depending on your experience level, it can be a little scary going up and over some of the rock outcroppings. Magnificent scenery and views. More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012
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Riding horseback through the Garden of the Gods is a phenominal experience. Add to that to great horses, and a guide who was knowlegable and funny and Academy Riding Stables gets and A+. More

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Illinois City, Illinois
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012
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This is truly an AMAZING place to horse back ride. My Husband and I visted Colorado Springs for a 6 day vacation. We did the 1,2,and 3 hour tour and It was pricey but worth the money. I would definetly recommend this place to everyone thats considering horse back riding. Each day that i went horse back riding, I always... More

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Haysville, Kansas
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012
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We have ridden through Garden of the Gods several times, and always enjoy the spectacular views. You will see those beautiful rock formations in a new way and from a different angle. I especially appreciated that we saw and heard very few cars. The ride is peaceful and enthralling. A bit expensive, but worth it. The staff and wranglers are... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012
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Very nice, beautiful views. It was nice that it was un guided & that you and your family and friends could just go off were you wanted. More

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