Watson's Mountain Country Trail Rides - Day Tours

296 Three Chain Road, Mansfield, Victoria 3724, Australia

03 5777 3552

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this is at the top of the mountain -THAT scene from The Man From Snowy River was filmed here

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Ranked #1 of 4 attractions in Mansfield

12 Reviews

Type: Horseback Riding Stables

Owner description: We offer horse trail rides in the high country starting from our family farm. Our rides vary in length from 1 hour through to 5 days. Many of our...... more » Owner description: We offer horse trail rides in the high country starting from our family farm. Our rides vary in length from 1 hour through to 5 days. Many of our rides visit the famous jump scene from the Man from Snowy River movie and we often see much wild life. Feature rides include a winery ride, 2 day and 5 day luxury rides. We are open 7 days a week all year round.

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danny k

Melbourne, Australia

2 reviews

“hi ho silver”

Reviewed April 30, 2012

loved everything about it. absolutely great. my wife and i did the 2 day trail ride and stayed over at the howqua stables accommodation it was fantastic. from beginning to end highly recommended More

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Thanks Danny for taking the time to provide a review. We really appreciate it. Michael and Sally More

YggdrasilEquestrian

Woodend

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3 reviews

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“Great weekend!”

Reviewed April 26, 2012

I run my own horse business and took a group of my clients over for a 2 day ride at Watson's. Horses were well cared for and understood their job. horses for all levels of riders. Sally and Michael were very welcoming and Michael did a great job of matching riders to horses. Accomodation and food were great. I can... More

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Thank you for taking the time to provide such great feedback and look forward to hosting you guys again next year. Best Regards Michael and Sally More

jules82west

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8 reviews

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“highly recommend!”

Reviewed March 10, 2012

excellent value, spectacular scenery, very well behaved horses & scope for experienced riders to trot & canter. More

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Serena D

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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12 reviews

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“Man from Snowy river country”

Reviewed March 4, 2012

beautiful views and fabulous host horses were all very well behaved More

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Thanks for the great feedback and hope to see you back again soon. Michael and Sally More

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Melb

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4 reviews

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4 helpful votes

“Bloody fantastic”

Reviewed February 20, 2012

My 2 Daughters and i recently did the 2 day Man from Snowy River ride in Mansfield and totally recommend this experience to anyone who loves the outdoors and Horses! Michael and Sally Watson were absolutely brilliant and couldn't do enough to please everyone! Brilliant hosts! The Accommodation at Howqua Valley Views was also fantastic and Ian and Lindel were... More

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Thanks Jenny for the lovely feedback and hope to see you back again here soon. Michael and Sally More

VictoriaClose

Darwin, Australia

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12 helpful votes

“Beautiful scenery and horse riding run by professionals”

Reviewed January 12, 2012

Did the 3 hour trek. Called that day to make a booking and fortunately they had two spots left They have heaps of horses are beautiful, and seem to be very well looked cared for. All have different personalities of course - but all very well trained. Staff were informative and helpful (ensured you were riding properly if your were... More

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Grimace87

Melbourne, VIC

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4 reviews

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5 helpful votes

“Beautiful views, great horses and wonderful accommodation”

Reviewed January 11, 2012

My friend and I did the two day horse ride staying at the Howqua accommodation. I loved that we had enough time to horse ride, 3 hours on day 1 then 5 hours on day 2. The trail was varied and definitely not boring! They keep the groups small and are very flexible about giving you some options with the... More

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Fantastic you has so much fun and it was a pleasure hosting you. More

Diane B

Brighton

1 review

1 helpful vote

“This is an experience of a life time. To anyone reading this, put it on your 'bucket list'!”

Reviewed January 11, 2012

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Whether you have been riding all your life (or even, like me, you have been on numerous riding holidays around the world) or whether you’ve hardly ridden before, this five day luxury riding experience is a ‘must do!’ This is the best riding holiday I have been on by far! It soon becomes very apparent that a lot of effort,... More

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Hi Diane, We are so pleased you had such a fabulous time and really appreciate the effort you have made to thank us for the trip. All the very best for your next exotic holiday on horseback!!! Cheers Michael and Sally More

Nicole D

Loch

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3 reviews

“Great ride, loved it, great staff and fantastic views”

Reviewed January 10, 2012

Great ride, loved it, great staff and fantastic views. They tell you about the man from snowy river. Can't wait to go again More

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Thanks Nicole, so pleased you enjoyed your ride and hope to see you back soon. Cheers Michael and Sally More

kym4350

Toowoomba, Australia

2 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“A must for anyone who loves horses, gourmet food, spectacular views and country hospitality!”

Reviewed December 31, 2011

I have just come back form the 5 day Man from Snowy River Trail ride experience and LOVED every minute of it. Michael is a natural horseman, wonderful instructor and great host. From the beautiful, sure footed horses which took us on long canters, to the gourmet food provided by Wendy Stoney, our comfortable accomodation and magic scenery, the only... More

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Hi Kym, Thank you for taking the time to post this review and we are so pleased you had so much fun. We are really looking forward to seeing you back again this year. Best regards Michael and Sally More

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