The Winter Horseback Riding Trail In Delaware That's Pure Magic
This season, take a gorgeous winter excursion and bring your family trail riding in Delaware! Yes, you’ll have to bundle up, but there’s nothing like exploring a snowy trail with friends, aboard a trusty steed that will take you calmly through the well maintained trails of Lums Pond. Even if you have no experience, Sunset Stable in Bear will guide your group on an hour long expedition to see the state from a completely new perspective.

They're located right next to Lums Pond State Park, and offer lessons and programs for children as well as trail riding.

Don't worry if you've never gone trail riding in Delaware! The experienced guides will ensure your horse is ready to go and will take you on a tour of our beautiful state.
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Here you can see a young rider putting on warm gloves and shaggy pony puffing out his winter coat. They're ready to hit the trails! You do need to be at least 10 years old to join the group trail rides. Younger riders are encouraged to take a lesson, or join the Pony Up! program on Saturdays.
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The State Park maintains their trails very well, so Sunset Stables is able to offer trail riding year round!

If you head out on a snowy weekend, there's nothing like seeing the white-dusted trees and snow-crested ground from the back of a warm, fuzzy beast.

Sunset Stables offers hour long trail rides through Lums Pond for $35 per person.
You'll have to wear a safety helmet, and you should show up in long pants and boots with a small heel. That makes it safer in the saddle!
Reservations are required, so call them at 302-834-7588 to schedule your trail ride. Sunset Stables is located in Bear, adjacent to Lums Pond, on Howell School Road in Bear, Delaware.
You'll have to wear a safety helmet, and you should show up in long pants and boots with a small heel. That makes it safer in the saddle!
Reservations are required, so call them at 302-834-7588 to schedule your trail ride. Sunset Stables is located in Bear, adjacent to Lums Pond, on Howell School Road in Bear, Delaware.
After you go trail riding in Delaware, you might want to hit up the warmest coffee shop and recount your adventure over a cup of hot chocolate.
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