Horseback Riding on the Beach

In most southern states, horseback riding on the beach is either uncommon or not allowed. An ideal activity for couples or families, the panoramic views experienced along these Atlantic coast tours create a perfectbackdrop for those vacation photos.

The Kelly Seahorse Ranch - Amelia Island
(904) 491-5166
www.kellyranchinc.com
$45 - One-hour ride
The island's only working ranch is also the only state-endorsed horse ranch located on the beach in the entire state of Florida. This one-hour guided tour takes visitors on a journey to experience the romanticism, beauty and sheer tranquility of an eco-tour by horseback.
All rides include a brief riding orientation and guides are readily available should participants need assistance during the ride. If you meet the necessary age (13 and over), the only additional requirement is that participants are in good physical condition to be able to mount and dismount the horse and to ride for five miles at a walk/trot. Reservations are required.

Freestyle Beach Horse Riding - Amelia Island
(904) 277-7047
www.ameliahorsebackriding.com
$60 - One-hour ride
Take a personalized ride, with one to three additional riders, to explore the panoramic views offered on Amelia Island.
Debbie Manser is passionate about her horses and customizes each ride to the participant's ability, ensuring the safety of both the rider and the horse.
Manser offers the opportunity to experience a freestyle ride on the beach, English or Western saddle, and allows riders to trot and canter depending on their ability.
Reservations are necessary and most of Amelia Island's accommodation establishments are happy to make horseback riding arrangements on your behalf. The ride begins at Peters Point Beach Front Park on Fernandina Beach.

Hutchinson Island - St. Lucie County
(772) 489-4386
www.visitstluciefla.com
$30 - 90-minute ride
Hutchinson Island is one of the few places in Florida that allows horses on the beach and St. Lucie County's best-known asset is its spectacularly beautiful barrier islands, boasting 21 miles of bleached white beaches edging a cobalt-blue ocean and lined with sabal palms.
The St. Lucie County's Parks and Recreation Department hosts horseback riding trips on the first, second and fourth Sunday of each month for visitors to experience the beautiful surroundings by horseback.
The 90-minute trips begin at Frederick Douglass Memorial Park on South Hutchinson Island. Five trips are available and riders must be at least 10 years old. Reservations are required.