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Chanslor Ranch offers an array of services for anyone who wants to enjoy being in the company of horses. Bring your own horses or use ours. We can help you have the time of your life riding the trails of the Sonoma Coast!
Guided trail rides   Private Rides
Pony rides Site Access Sponsorships
Horse boarding Riding lessons Parties
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For Information or Reservations

Call 707-875-3333
Daily from 9:00AM to 5:00PM Pacific Time

Guided trail rides

Our guided trail rides are a wonderful way to explore and enjoy the splendor of the coastline. We offer a 1/2, 1, and 1-1/2 hour ride. Trail rides are subject to weather and trail conditions. For safety reasons, all rides are tailored to accomodate the lowest riding ability level in any grouping of riders
Reservations are recommended and require a credit card for confirmation. Reservations must be canceled 2 hours before your scheduled ride departure time to avoid a 50% cancellation charge. Parties of six or more require a 50% deposit and must cancel 24 hours in advance. A gratuity of 15% for your guide will be added for parties of six or more.
All prices subject to change without notice.
$20.00 minimum charge.
Check-in time is 30 minutes before the scheduled ride departure time.
Due to weather, horse availability, and trail conditions, schedules may vary.
 
 Inquire about our maximum weight and minimum age limits.

Beach Ride, approx. 1-1/2 hours
$70.00 per person

This is an experience you will treasure for a lifetime. Our most popular ride. This ride follows trails through State Park sand dunes towards the beach and a fantastic ride up the coast. The views along the way are breath taking.  A "dream come true" for everyone. Minimum 2 persons.

Salmon Creek Ride, approx. 1 hour
$50.00 per person

Be a cowboy! Riding north from the ranch, we follow Salmon Creek Canyon and  then head into the hills where views of the coast and western Sonoma County are spectacular. Minimum 2 persons.

Eagle's View Ride, approx 1 hour
$50.00 per person

A wonderful scenic ride, for those who don't want to spend too much time in the saddle. This ride features gorgeous views of the Sonoma Coast and Bodega Bay. It is especially suited for beginners and youngsters. Minimum 2 persons.

Wetlands Ride, approx. 1/2 hour
$30.00 per person


A "must see" for nature friends. Enjoy a relaxing, slow paced ride through the natural splendor of our Wetlands Wildlife Preserve. It is a great ride for beginners and youngsters, as well as, nature lovers. minimum 2 persons.
 
 
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Private Rides

Private rides are ideal for those who desire a more personal setting such as celebrating birthdays, anniversaries or honeymoons. They are preferred by more experienced riders, as we can better taylor the ride to your level of horsemanship. Our personal guide will show you the way. A private ride makes a unique and special gift! All private rides require a minimum of 2 people.
 
Private Beach Ride:

6 riders - $80.00 per person

4 to 5 riders - $90.00 per person

2 to 3 riders - $100.00 per person

1 rider - $110.00

Private Salmon Creek ride:

6 riders - $60.00 per person

4 to 5 riders - $70.00 per person

2 to 3 riders - $80.00 per person

1 rider - $90.00,

Private Eagle's View ride

6 riders - $60.00 per person

4 to 5 riders - $70.00 per person

2 to 3 riders - $80.00 per person

1 rider - $90.00

Private Wetlands ride: $40.00 per person
We also offer a private picnic ride. The excursion lasts over 2 hours, including a break for a picnic lunch we prepared for you. $150.00 per person
Private Picnic Rides require a 2 person minimum.

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Site Access

 $5.00 per person or per privately owned horse
Advance notice and a deposit are sometimes required
Use Chanslor Ranch as your launching point for exploring the area on your horse, while your trailer and rig are parked on our ranch. Even if you don't own a horse, enjoy the scenic splendor of Chanslor Ranch as a place for your birthday party or other special event.
 
 

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Pony rides

$15.00 each


Our gentlest horses and ponies take your young Buckaroos and Buckarettes on a hand-led ride around the ranch pasture areas where we may see a variety of Sonoma Coast wildlife, such as the Black Tail deer or the Great Blue Heron.

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Sponsorship

For $200.00 per month, enjoy unlimited riding on weekdays with the horse of your choice from our stable. We cover all the expenses and provide the tack so that you can have all the fun of having your own horse without the investment.
(certain restrictions apply)
 
 
 
 
   
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Horse Boarding

Boarding is available for long or short term stays at Chanslor Ranch. All board includes Oat and Alfalfa hay fed twice a day, daily mucking out of stall or corral (with daily turn-out if in a stall), and 24 hour a day on site personnel to keep a eye on your horse. The tack room and sand arena are available for your use.
 
  Monthly Board, Paddock - $250.00 per horse

Horse Care Services