The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
7696 Sam Snead Highway
Hot Springs, Virginia 24445

Equestrian Center

Horseback Riding

The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa Equestrian Center

Hours of Operation
Daily | 10 AM - 5 PM
Weather permitting. Reservations required.
The Equestrian Center is open to guests with advance reservations.

Contact Us

Activity Coordinators - 540-839-3860
Allegheny Outfitters - 540-839-7741

Advance reservations for activities are strongly recommended. You may also contact us via email for reservations and information.

Horseback Riding

Daily | 9 AM - 4 PM

Ride a trail through the wooded forest. Breathe the clean mountain air. Soak up the beauty of the Alleghenies and come away refreshed. 

$80 per person for a 30-minute group guided trail ride
$120 per person for a one-hour group guided trail ride
$165 per person for a private one-hour guided trail ride (2 minimum guests)

Details:

  • Western saddles
  • All rides are accompanied by a guide
  • Wear close-toed shoes with sturdy sole
  • Wear jeans or long pants
  • Must be 4' 6" tall to ride
  • Maximum weight for horseback rides is 240 lbs.
  • Walk pace only
  • Children under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign a release form at the Equestrian desk prior to ride. There are no exceptions.
  • For safety reasons no cell phones, cameras, or bags are allowed on the rides. Lockers are available at the stables.

All trail rides will be accompanied by a guide. The height requirement is 4’6” and weight limit 240lbs. Group rides consist of various guests riding together.

Carriage Rides

9 AM - 4 PM | Closed Wednesday & Thursday

Take a step back in time as you travel along wooded trails on a private carriage through the tranquil countryside of Virginia.

$175 per carriage for a private, 30-minute ride
$255 per carriage for a private, one-hour ride

Details: 

  • Carriage rides can accommodate up to four passengers.
  • Dress in layers during cool months.
  • You are welcome to carry cell phones and cameras.

Children’s Hand-led Ride

Saturday & Sunday | 11 AM, 11:15 AM, 2 PM, 2:15 PM
Monday - Friday | 2 PM, 2:15 PM

$45 per child for a 10-minute ride
For children under 4’6” in height

The Homestead Kid's Horse Camp R|$

Tuesday & Friday | 3 PM - 4 PM

Children 6-12 are invited to learn about petting, grooming, tacking, leading, and ground safety. Each child will have the opportunity to throw a lariat and have a short hand-led ride.

Please check in at Allegheny Outfitters 15 min. prior to equestrian activity. Stable visits are reserved for guests participating in Equestrian activities only. An adult is not required to ride, but must sign waiver for kids under 18.

Reservation is required, please call Allegheny Outfitters at 540-839-7741 to book.

 

 

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