Ride Western Style Along Appalachian Trails
Whether you're a first-timer or experienced horseperson, you'll enjoy an unforgettable guided expedition through woodlands rich with wildlife on a horse chosen to match your skill level.
Horseback Riding
Daily. Reservations suggested. Call 800-411-3812 to reserve.Enjoy a western-style, one-hour guided ride on beautiful trails through the woodlands and meadows of the estate. Suitable for beginner to intermediate-level riders.
Cost: $60.00 per adult, in addition to estate admission. $50.00 per youth (ages 8-16), in addition to estate admission. Available for ages 8 and up.
Private Lunch Trail Ride
Two-day advanced reservation required. Call 800-411-3812 to reserve.Enjoy a private three-hour trail ride and picnic lunch. Some riding experience needed.
Cost: $200.00 per person, in addition to estate admission. Max: 4 people. Min: 2 people. Available for ages 10 and up.
Horseback Riding Checklist
- Youth riders must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Youth riders are required to wear helmets.
- Helmets are recommended for all riders.
- Maximum weight is 250 pounds and maximum height is 6'5".
- Riders must wear boots, sneakers or hard soled shoes that come up to the ankle in order to ride. No sandals, crocks, mules, open-toed or open-backed shoes will be allowed.
- Wear comfortable, weather appropriate clothing. Jeans are recommended.
- Use of cell phones, other electronic devices, and smoking are not permitted during your ride.
Explore Biltmore Pass
An Explore Biltmore Pass provides all the benefits of a Twelve-Month Passholder, plus access to estate bicycle trails at no additional cost, and discounts on selected outdoor experiences. This discount benefit may be extended to one non-passholder guest. Guest must have estate admission.
Purchase an Explore Biltmore Pass: Adults $119.00 (Buy Online or call 800-411-3812.)
Upgrade from Daytime Admission to Pass: Adults $60.00 (Upgrade must be done on day of visit.)