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Forest Park Riding School - horse riding in Canberra

Forest Park Riding School (Stromlo)4.4 (56)

From $75pp

An accredited riding centre run by the Hughes family, offering group bookings, trail rides and private lessons on its own horses.

Choosing a Trail Ride

A guided trail ride gets a group outdoors at an easy pace, with time to talk between stretches of riding. It suits a family celebration, a low-key birthday or a team day that is not about competition.

On the city's western edge, a family-run riding school at Stromlo guides hour-long trail rides across its own land and into the forest, and lends riders boots and helmets. Rides start from $75 per person, and kids are welcome.

Questions to settle before you book a ride:

Experience: tell the school who has ridden before so horses can be matched to riders.
Ages: ask the youngest age they take on a trail ride and whether small children need a led pony.
Group size: check how many riders go out together and whether a big group splits into several rides.
Clothing: long pants are a must; boots and helmets are provided, but confirm sizes for kids.
Weather: hot summer afternoons and frosty winter mornings both shape when to ride.

A ride fits easily into a day in Weston Creek & Molonglo, with lunch or a picnic afterwards. More outdoor group ideas are under activities and team building.

Spring and autumn are mild and comfortable for an hour in the saddle.
In summer, book a morning ride to stay ahead of the afternoon heat.
In winter, frosty starts mean layers and gloves; a late-morning ride is warmer.
Rain can affect the forest trails, so ask how the school handles wet weather.

Making a group ride work

Send rider heights, weights and experience levels ahead, as many riding schools ask for them.
Arrive early so the guides can fit helmets and run a safety briefing.
Bring water and sunscreen even in cooler months.
Organise photos before or after the ride, since phones should stay in pockets while riding.

Common Questions About Group Trail Rides

How much is a trail ride at Stromlo?

Guided rides start from $75 per person for about an hour. Ask about group pricing for a larger booking.

Do beginners need riding experience for a Molonglo trail ride?

Guided trail rides are generally run at an easy pace. Tell the school each rider's experience so the guides can match horses to riders.

Can kids join a horse ride for a birthday in the ACT?

Kids are welcome. Check the minimum age and whether younger children ride separately.

What should riders wear on a forest trail ride?

Wear long pants and comfortable layers. Helmets and boots are supplied by the riding school.

Can a work team book horse riding as a team day?

Yes. The riding school takes corporate bookings, and a relaxed trail ride makes a change from a competitive activity.