Mulholland Trail Horseback Tour
Recommended by 93% of travelers
Los Angeles, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience Los Angeles from a different perspective on horseback in the Hollywood Hills. Ride along scenic trails with panoramic views stretching from the iconic Hollywood Sign and downtown skyline to the Pacific Ocean and distant mountains. With the city's famous landmarks spread out below you, this unique outdoor adventure offers a memorable way to take in Los Angeles beyond the usual sightseeing experience. Riders must be at least 8 years old and weigh no more than 240 lbs.
- Discover a side of Los Angeles typical city tours can't reach
- Combine horseback riding with sweeping city views
- Escape the traffic and crowds for a peaceful experience in the Hollywood Hills
- Enjoy a memorable outdoor adventure that's suitable for riders aged 8 and up
What's Included
- Helmet
- 1-hour horseback ride
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 3204 Beachwood Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068, USA
Once you get onto Beachwood Drive, keep going until you get to the Sunset Ranch gate. Tap the buzzer and we'll let you in. After you pass the gate, park if the dirt lots below the ranch and walk on up!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Mulholland Trail
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Griffith Park (Pass By)
Griffith Observatory (Pass By)
Downtown (Pass By)
Hollywood Sign (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Weight maximum of 240 lbs. (108 kg)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Featured review
Fantastic! My husband, my daughter and I did a 1-hour trail ride yesterday (a beautiful, sunny, warm Sunday in October) and it was on of our most memorable family experiences yet. Sunset Ranch is in a gorgeous neighborhood that is beautiful to drive through, and the ranch itself is quaint and full of horses and other farm animals. The staff and guides are wonderful. The horses are tame and patient and suitable for even absolute beginners. My only word of advice-- don't hold tightly to your reins! It is human instinct to pull or tightly hold the reins when a beginning horseback rider is scared/afraid, but this is counterproductive as it makes the horse anxious. Just be chill, hold on loosely, and get ready for a breathtaking view of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign that you could never see any other way. I am sure I'll be back with friends and family who are visiting LA in the future, as I would consider this a "must do" now that I've experienced it myself. Highly recommend! 10/10 A+++
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4.7
based on 302 reviews
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Travelers appreciate the spectacular views of the Hollywood Hills combined with a smooth ride that enhances the natural landscape experience. Guides are frequently described as friendly, knowledgeable, and safety-conscious, providing personalized attention and helpful photo opportunities. Horseback riding is praised for its accessibility to all skill levels and well-guided scenic trails, making it a family-friendly activity. Overall, the experience is noted for its comfort, engagement, and enjoyable nature-focused activities.
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Fantastic horses and guide! Great, easy ride up through the hills with amazing views. Horses were steady-footed and ideal for all experience levels.
Not much there from view point. riding was also not that exciting you hardly get to do anything. Waster of time
It was a breathtaking experience. The staff is super friendly and they pair you with the best horse you could be compatible with. Would do it again!!!
I booked the trip as thought it was a different experience than the typical hike. It was but please check that you're comfortable with two things - horses and heights! I did not take time to check either so although the team were great I lasted 10 minutes before walking back down the hill to my car. Lovely experience if you are fine with both but if you're a first time rider be sure to check your confidence level first. When you're on a huge animal and having to steer it left, right, forward and back you don't want to make a mistake when you're on the edge of a cliff.
It was a great experience, and as first-time riders, Carla and Cody made it very easy for my partner and me to enjoy it. I would highly recommend this to anyone eager to try something new or open to fresh ideas.
The instructor was very nice he was respectful he was straight out of a story book and I love him in the most appropriate way. The ride was nice and easy once I got the hang of it. Perfect I’m going back
You guys put the wrong addrees. The GPS had me and my aunt go to the wrong address and fell in a ditch in a private property. I almost had to pay $250 to have my rental car lifted out and removed because it fell in a ditch, all because you guys didn’t provide a specific address. No refund was given. UNACCEPTABLE!!
Guides were great and very interactive with my group. The scenery is beautiful definitely recommend this horseback riding tour!
We had a really great time on this one-hour horseback riding experience at the ranch! My horse was absolutely adorable, and the lady at the entrance was very kind and welcoming. One of the guides also kindly took some photos and videos of us, which was a really nice. One thing to keep in mind is that you cannot bring any bags with you, not even a small fanny pack, so I recommend wearing clothes with pockets to keep your phone with you.
The only downside for me was the group size. There were around 20 people, which felt a little too large for this type of activity. A smaller group would have made the experience feel more personal and enjoyable. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely recommend it !
This was a memorable experience. The team at the Ranch were very helpful and the views were amazing. And the horses were so gentle and sweet. I would have loved to taken my horse, Jenny, home with me.
This was a beautiful horseback tour through a section of Griffith Park. We saw so much iconic LA with the nature of California. Hydrate, wear comfortable clothes and shoes, you cannot carry a bag or water with you. You will get dusty! My horse and my daughter’s horses were so sweet. The cowgirls/tour guides instructed us very well to manage our horse on the trail. They were so helpful! We are both beginner riders and we had a blast. 10/10 would do again in a heartbeat.
I recently had a wonderful solo horseback riding experience that I highly recommend. The ride was well-guided, and the duration felt ideal for enjoying the scenery and the overall adventure. The information provided beforehand was very useful, though I would have appreciated a specific “what to wear” guide to help with preparation. One note for future riders: while the booking stated the ride would start at 9, and I assumed an hour ride meant we would be done by 10, we didn’t finish right about 11. I wasn’t in a rush, but this is worth keeping in mind if you are planning back-to-back activities. All in all, it was a great experience that I would gladly do again! :))
No prior experience of horse riding is required. The staff is professional and gentle and can accommodate for special needs where possible. Scenery is beautiful
We came up as part of the LA leg of our California trip. We had an absolutely fantastic time. The staff were wonderful - particularly Cass - and the views were spectacular. Horses really well trained, and the whole ride was well organized and managed. So pleased, we all bought one of the very srylish shirts. Thank you Sunset Ranch!
Lovely ride in the Hollywood mountains, great views, super staff and friendly horses x
Would love to go again
This was Absolutely terrifying. However, I’m so grateful to the attentive staff who was by my side completely the entire time. My hand was literally shaking for about the entire first half, but after working with Lennox, my spirit was completely calm and I forgot I was up there riding at times! It’s something I will never forget. Thank you for this experience Lennox and staff, I’ve been telling everyone about it as I type!!
We were celebrating a birthday and the tour operators made the entire experience very special. They also made sure everyone was safe and went over everything necessary before we even got on the horse and continued to make sure we were safe throughout the ride.
I had an amazing time! I was nervous but my guide assured me that was normal and was there to answer all my questions before and during the ride! It was a great nature experience and a unique way to experience some of LAs sights including the Hollywood sign.
Overall thoughts/feelings: this was a very good experience for beginners.
Note: there are comments online saying that Google Maps was taking visitors to the wrong place. I personally did not have any problems with it, but nevertheless a guided map was provided which was very nice.
Here is a brief synopsis of my trip:
When you first arrive, you will check in with someone by the horses. It is like a little shed they call the "office." If you did end up bringing any bags, you could leave it in there for the duration of your trip. They also provide waters for free when asked.
Then you go and pick out a helmet (sizes XS, S, M, L). I felt like I was right in between a small and a medium, so I chose the medium and put my hair in a bun to add extra cushion. Fit pretty snug afterwards.
Then we all got a demonstration of how to hold the reigns and steer the horses. Although, the horses know what they are doing and you do not really need to control or steer them at all.
Once everyone got on, we are all just standing a big group. You might not be next to the person you came with, but once the trail starts and the horses are single file, the tour guides come and rearrange the line so you are either in front or behind the person you came with.
During the actual ride, the horses have been trained to walk near the edge of the cliff. So if you are afraid of heights, this might not be the experience for you.
The tour guides even went down the line and offered to take photos of you on your personal device. So there were no extra costs for photos, which is great.
The only time we stopped on the trail was for the horses to have a potty break. Other than that, you are constantly walking. Some horses like to trot because they are excited. Others might be more tired and slow. But either way, you will remain with the group because a tour guide is always in front leading, and one behind making sure nobody is left behind.
Do be prepared to collect a little dirt on your clothes. Sunglasses are recommended, especially ones that fully wrap around so no dirt gets in your eyes. Occasionally the wind might blow up the dust that the horse hooves create when walking. And DEFINITELY wear sunblock!!
Other than that, really cool experience to have :)
So very well worth every penny!
Great view of sign....while you're sitting on a horse!
Great staff!
Do this....you'll be glad you did!... Say hello to my new pal Jupiter!
Our trail ride was amazing with sweeping views of Hollywood. Our guide was wonderful and all of the ranch hands were super friendly and helpful. Pay attention to their specialized GPS instructions as we did have to pivot a bit to get there but it was well worth it. I would do this again for sure!
Great experience! It was my son’s first time ridding solo and he had an amazing time! The horses where gentle and well trained. The guides where welcoming and made my son feel safe. We will definitely do this again in the future!
We did the one-hour horseback ride with our two children (ages 10 and 14), and we had a great experience. The guides were friendly, helpful, and took a few minutes before the ride to give the kids a quick lesson so they felt comfortable on their horses. The ride offers beautiful scenery and stunning views of the Hollywood Hills, making it a unique way to experience the area. My only minor complaint is that the view of the Hollywood Sign is very brief and only a partial view, so if you’re expecting a long stop with a perfect photo opportunity, you may be disappointed. Overall, it was a fun family activity, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a scenic horseback ride.
This is a great way to be near the city, but yet feel as if you are far away. What a fun adventure! The views of LA were beautiful, and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Plus my horse Jesse was just perfect!
Great experience, and the guides were so helpful and informative. I will definitely be coming back again.
Amazing experience that I would recommend for all to try. I was apprehensive and terrified of riding a horse on the mountain but the guides made us feel at ease and my horse was great. Good times and great memories. Thank you.
Boys ages 11, 13, 15 loved it. Easy for older adults (me)
Horses are well-behaved. Guides are excellent
Helpful and considerate staff, appropriate horses, some senic vistas, and an authentically dusty trail. I recommend buying a bandana before you start - $5 at the office.
So beautiful and serene. A very memorable experience! Totally worth it! The guides are extremely friendly, they are safety conscious, and the horses are incredible.
Very detailed, friendly, patient, very nice team.
Horses are well kept, very friendly.
The ride and the view was fantastic. Will most definitely do it again when I go back LA.
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