See the beautiful Alabama mountains from horseback! Come spend the day with our family on horseback in this pristine area.

Ride well mannered, gentle spirited, Texas ranch horses along mountain trails, across rolling meadows, past astounding rock formations and scenic wonders. Enjoy a relaxing walk along forest trails with a breathtaking, colorful mountain view.

See wildlife in a natural setting and learn about the local flora and history from experienced, personable guides. Seasoned riders, as well as the novice are welcome.

Seeing that you have a memorable, fun adventure is the most important thing to us.


We're an adventure outfitter and can take you to many other fantastic places, whether an overnight, a weekend or a week. We can provide your tent, cot, and meals or you can provide your own. Just bring your sleeping bag & personals. We'll pair you with the right horse, which is helpful for the beginner to feel confident and relaxed.

Call ahead for an appointment and instructions. Plan for 2-4 hours of relaxing riding pleasure. Young riders must be accompanied by an adult. Dress appropriately for the weather. Jeans and boots recommended. All trips have friendly, experienced guides who will teach you how to ride.

1 hour guided rides (includes lesson)
$25 per person
Group Lessons $25.00/hr.
Private Lessons
$35.00/hr.

We specialize in Day Camps!

Heritage Days for school/youth groups.


About the owner...

Ed Hood, originally from Texas, has been riding horses for 50 years, on and off, mostly on. He was given his first horse at the age of just six, and he kept that horse for forty more years. He's traveled around the country, ridden in 30 different states, Australia and Canada. He's guided in Oregon, Utah, and Canada and started his own trail riding and pack outfit in Utah in 1987. He says the mountains here are the most beautiful he's ever ridden. He's quite a historian and truly enjoys what he does. Ed loves meeting people and taking them out on a ride. People from around the world, including Russia, England, Germany, Taiwan, Japan, just to name a few have enjoyed riding with Ed.


256-883-8615
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256-859-1811, Barn


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