The Allegheny Mountains and coastal plains make horse riding in Pennsylvania a real adventure ...

From the east coast to the west coast, Americans across the USA enjoy the sport of horse riding.

Some enjoy going for a leisurely pleasure ride while others enjoy trail riding and camping, and still others enjoy the thrill of equestrian competition.

Pennsylvania is Horse Friendly

Horse riding in Pennsylvania offers relatively flat land a rich generous landscape and varied opportunites for trekking and trail riding.

Pennsylvania is perfect for those who are fond of horse riding and offers horse riders a wide choice of ranches and equestrian centers, throughout the state. It also offers many horse shows and competitions for residents and equestrian visitors alike.

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Pennsylvania Facts

Located in the middle and northeastern Atlantic region of the United States, the commonwealth of Pennsylvania is the sixth most populace state in the country. The largest cities in the state are Erie, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh.

The state has three main areas of landscape. The Allegheny Mountains, the coastal plains and piedmont. Temperatures in the summer can reach the 90s and in the winter, the can dip below zero degrees.

As a result, spring, summer and autumn are the best time for horse riding in Pennsylvania with indoor riding popular in winter.

Types of Horses in Pennsylvania

There are two main horse breeds specific to the state of Pennsylvania, the American Quarter horse and the Arabian horse.

The Arabian horse originated from the Arabian Peninsula and well known for its endurance, the Arabian horse is one of the easiest breeds of horses to recognize.

The American Quarter horse is the most popular breed in the USA.

Pennsylvania is also home to many horse farms throughout the state and standardbred and thoroughbred horses are also seen throughout the state as well.

Horse Show & Events in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is host to a great number of horse riding competitions throughout the year.

The Pennsylvania Horse show is open to all horse breeds and is one of the largest competitions in the state.

The 'PJMHAY Classic' is only open to the Morgan horse breed.

In addition, there is the West Pennsylvania Spring Swing, which is open only to quarter horses.

But; the most important horse riding event is the Pennsylvania Competition, which takes place twice a year, in January and February.

There are also plenty of local horse shows and equestrian competitions throughout the state which makes horse riding in Pennsylvania great for the competitive equestrian.

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Popular Equestrian Centers in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania also offers horse lovers many great equestrian centers. One large equestrian center is the Kirk Fordice Equine Center. The Kirk Fordice Equine Center is among the largest equine centers in the entire southern area of the United States.

There is also the Pennsylvania Farm and Equestrian Center, which is well known in the state. Both centers offer their customers a wide range of professional and high quality services including, 'learn to ride programs' and advanced training programs. Most equestrian centers also offer professional boarding services.

Clear View Stables
Clear View Stables - 724 693 9686

320 Whittengale Rd, Oakdale, Pennsylvania, PA 15071

Located in the beautiful scenic hills of southwestern Pennsylvania, on 57 acres of pasture and woodlands. Offering horseback riding lessons in indoor and outdoor riding arenas and trails. If you love horses, let us teach you to ride; we have specialized programs for all ages

Classic Equestrian Riding School
Classic Equestrian Riding School - 724 467 0530

150 Neiman Lane Sewickley, PA 15143

At Classic Equestrian we offer equitation and Hunter/Jumper training. Our riding lessons range from beginner to Grand Prix levels and we offer intensive training programs for those committed to equestrian competition, as well as basic riding instruction for those just getting started

Charming Creek Farm
Charming Creek Farm - 484 332 7424

52 Equestrian Lane, Robesonia, Pennsylvania PA 19551

Set in eighty seven acres we offer trail rides of the beautiful Tulpehocken Creek and quiet woodland trails. You can ride on the farms own trail system or trailer to nearby Blue Marsh Lake. An indoor arena; 100x200 outdoor arena and 50ft round pen are also available

Saddlebrook Equestrian Center
Saddlebrook Equestrian Center - 610 287 0415

4870 Skippack Pike, Schwenksville, PA 19473

Saddlebrook is one of the largest riding centers in Montgomery County. Our certified instructors create a fun and safe atmosphere while teaching the fundamentals of horseback riding from the ground up. All lesson levels are offered to beginners & advanced riders


Horse riding in Pennsylvania is an adventure everyone should have the chance to experience.

The state offers tranquil state parks and forests with unmatched beauty, which are perfect for a Sunday afternoon horse ride. Along with these wonderful forests, there are also mountainous regions, which offer excellent activities for the trail riding enthusiast.