The Allegheny Mountains and rich coastal plains make horse riding in Pennsylvania a real equestrian 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.
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.
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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.
Popular Equine Businesses & 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.
CMM Equestrian Center CMM Equestrian Center is a state of the art facility in Cabot, Pa. We provide short and long term boarding. We have 90×200 wireless sound system attached …
Equestrian International Tack Shop Equestrian International is a complete Equestrian Tack shop located in Amish Country. Featuring a complete line of horse tack, Stable Supplies and Horse Bits
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 – 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 – 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; 100×200 outdoor arena and 50ft round pen are also available
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 equestrian adventure every horse rider 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 the wonderful Pennsylvanian forests there are also mountainous regions, which offer excellent horse trails for the trail riding enthusiast.