Alpine Meadows Stables, Tahoe City

About Alpine Meadows Stables

Alpine Meadows Stables offers guided horseback trail rides through Tahoe National Forest near Tahoe City. Visitors ride gentle, trail-trained horses escorted by experienced guides along backcountry routes, traveling through alpine forest, over hills, across creeks, and past mountain views. The stable operates as an official US Forest Service partner and has been family-owned since 1967. Riders of all experience levels are matched with appropriate horses, from first-time riders to experienced equestrians. The facility accommodates group rides and private rides, with options including two-hour trail excursions and shorter pony rides for children, where parents lead kids around designated trails. Guides provide thorough instruction and are knowledgeable about the forest terrain and trail conditions. The stable welcomes families and groups seeking to explore the Tahoe backcountry on horseback in a secluded natural setting away from developed areas.