Big Belle

June 6, 2019March 2, 2020 Administrator

Cactus Jack's Trail Rides

4.9

Based on 193 reviews

Thomas Lamborn

2021-10-16T22:25:45+0000

Amazing experience. Loved it.

Hannah Bass

2021-10-16T21:15:39+0000

Great experience on this guided trail ride, Trish was very nice and caring during our ride. My sister and I rode Harlan... and Makina. They both fit us perfectly with our different experience levels. I highly recommend this place.read more

Christi Marie Davidson

2021-10-10T20:59:55+0000

Had a wonderful time riding! We came to celebrate our anniversary….my husband rode Helga and I rode Harlen. It was a... beautiful day for a ride! Jessi was the best….very knowledgeable and even took time to take our picture!read more

Sunshyne Thomas

2021-10-02T16:31:21+0000

My first time ever riding a horse and I am ready for the next time! The staff (Johnny, Torrie and Jess) are AMAZING!... They helped calm my nervousness and remained a gentle, patient instructor with reassurance that I CAN DO THIS! My horse, MR. T has my attitude lol HIGHLY RECOMMEND CJ’s Trail Ridesread more

Anthony Smith

2021-10-01T16:40:59+0000

cactus Jack's is awesome for guided horse back rides. The horses were well behaved and the guides were informative and... entertaining. Highly recommend them.read more

Ron Boone

2021-09-26T22:50:10+0000

Had a great anniversary weekend

Elie Wolf

2021-09-12T22:31:55+0000

Beautiful ride through the forest. Well-cared for horses and friendly staff - a place I keep going back to. Thanks... guys and gals!read more

Patty DiMassino

2021-09-12T20:17:52+0000

A peaceful day of riding through trails. Not too hot as you’re shaded by trees. The two guides were very friendly and... knowledgeable, Johnny and JJ.read more

Linsey Rhodes Hay

2021-09-07T02:51:19+0000

We had a great time today celebrating our daughter’s 9th birthday doing the only thing she wanted to do…be on the back... of a saddle again. Great experience, guide & horses!read more

Keisha Nichole

2021-08-29T17:19:59+0000

Went on trail ride this morning! It was my second time riding with Cactus Jack’s. My mother in law felt a little... nauseous halfway through the ride and Johnny was amazing with getting her off the horse and walking alongside her and her horse the rest of the way. If you’re looking for a nice ride with a great guide, this is the place to go!read more

Maci Matheny

2021-08-27T03:11:15+0000

It was amazing. All the horses had their own personalities but all well behaved. I swear if i lived in florida i’d... asked to work at this place that’s how much i loved the atmosphere and horses. P.S. Hook is the best ;)read more

Jessica Layne Smith

2021-08-26T15:15:18+0000

Such a wonderful experience. We had a group tour on Sunday and had a personal tour booked for the following Thursday... before we even left the parking lot! Steve, Jon & Kaylee were awesome guides. We will definitely be coming back as often as we can!read more

Dyan W Fippinger

2021-07-29T21:52:40+0000

Great people and horses.

Tambalee Hile

2021-07-22T22:20:15+0000

First time riding horses. The guides were great and the horses were amazing and great to ride. We got to ride Pokey and... Chunky.read more

Doris Danzer

2021-07-02T17:20:51+0000

Johnny lead our group and was a super guide. Had a great experience

Randy Montero

2021-06-28T22:11:37+0000

Great ride the guides where excellent will be back to do it again

Nancy Bernabe

2021-06-20T23:42:10+0000

Was my first time doing horse back riding and it was a great experience. I highly recommend them. Staff was super... friendly and encouraging. Horses was so well mannered. I will definitely be going back.read more

Amanda Ruth Etienne

2021-06-17T19:48:06+0000

Had the best time! Our trail guide Benton was amazing! We loved riding Pokey and Helga! I highly recommend this place!

Tara Blair

2021-06-08T18:21:53+0000

My 2 kids and I went for a one hour trail ride with Dwayne and Steven last Thursday during our family vacation. It was... great! My son was so excited to finally get to ride a horse. The guys gave them both helmets and gave us some basic instructions before they brought the horses over to the platform. How to slow down, stop, reverse and steer your horse - especially around some low hanging limbs and bushes that were close to the trail, things like that. It was a group of mostly children and first time riders, so we kept an easy pace that was nice. We will definitely be coming back this summer to ride with ya'll again. Thank you Steven and Dwayne. We (especially my son) can't wait to come back💙read more

Kelly Billings Sexstone

2021-06-04T06:34:09+0000

We have rode with Cactus Jack twice before this last experience. The first two times were fantastic. This last time... was not ideal. First, the group was too large. Although, there were two guides, the guide we were closest to (front) never looked back to assist. He was closest to two children (one didn’t have a parent riding and the next was my daughter), yet he didn’t attempt to assist. I tried to yell ahead, but my son was in front of me and the girls could not hear me. He didn’t assist with trying to help my child out of the bushes with her horse or help the other child learn how to pull up the reins, so her horse didn’t eat the foliage. The guide in the back, paid more attention to a degree, but he was so far behind us, he couldn’t assist until after an event happened. Unfortunately, my child ended up with large scratches around her neck. This didn’t happen the first two times we rode with Cactus Jack. Typically, the guides we have had review basic horse handling procedures with us prior to riding. But, these gentlemen did not. A basic review especially because there were so many riding and so many children, would have been helpful. I may choose to ride with Cactus Jack again next time we are in town, I just would hope for better guides (like we have had previously), who assist the riders.read more

Rachel Rechsteiner

2021-05-31T11:56:49+0000

My family and I enjoyed our 60 minute trail ride, we went in the early morning before it got hot. All the horses are... obviously well taken care of, used to being around people and knew the route well. The host and trail guides are awesome, organized and know each horses personalities. We loved how quiet and serene the area is along the route. it is does get quite dusty in some spots, so if you're sensitive to dust, bring a neck gaiter to cover your mouth and nose. We are already planning a longer ride on our next visit :)!read more

Elizabeth Wilkins Bell

2021-05-26T21:14:34+0000

Location, horses & guides😍

Warren Burch

2021-05-17T15:16:44+0000

We had a great 2 hour trail ride. The people were very good with the horses and very helpful with beginners. I will... definitely be booking another trail ride in the future with them.read more

Jordan Griffin

2021-05-15T23:55:19+0000

Such a great experience! I have never ridden a horse in my life and they matched me with Rebel, who was such a sweet... boy. Steven was in the back of the pack and was very friendly and made the experience enjoyable and made me and the other inexperienced riders in my group feel comfortable. Highly recommended.read more

Wanda Short

2021-05-14T20:20:17+0000

My son and I went on the 1.5 hour tour today with Steve and Nick and have to say it was the best experience ever! Steve... is so knowledgeable and just a great guide and I was very nervous it’s been many years since I was on a horse and he made me feel very safe and secure really took care of me and I appreciate that. We had a great trail - almost all in the shade - And the horses you could tell Have been very well cared for and loved. The booking experience was super easy online, walked up and finished the paperwork and basically got on the horses and off we went! it was great!! Can’t say enough good things about Steve’s discussion and commentary - made the trip very enjoyable. Truly the excursion could not have gone any better in our eyes - thank you so much Steve and Nick, and cactus jacks - we will be back again and tell everyone how awesome you are!read more

Sierra Skidmore

2021-05-14T19:20:05+0000

We had an amazing time on our ride. We had a group of 7 ranging in ages from 6 to 44. The guides were super friendly... and patient with us. Only one of us had any experience and they made sure we we felt comfortable and had a great time. They took the time to match us with just the right horse for our skill level, comfort, and size. Thank you so much to our lead guide Jessica for making this a great experience. Highly recommended.read more

Cortney Tepolt Marsh

2021-05-10T16:08:41+0000

My husband booked a 1 hour ride for Mother’s Day. It was fantastic! It was him, me, and our 11 year old who has never... ridden before and Jessica and Cody were great guides. The horses were great and we would definitely do this again!!read more

Amber N. Wilson

2021-05-01T19:58:21+0000

Our daughter wanted to go horseback riding for her 9th birthday! So glad we booked with Cactus Jack’s! Rode at 9 this... morning and we had an absolute blast! The guides did a great job calming my “Momma Nerves” and did an excellent job!!!read more

Elaine Monagas

2021-04-30T20:46:13+0000

Came from Spring Hill fl it was a Great way to spend my day off work .Went on a 1 hour trail ride at cactus jacks... trail ride today .My horse name was chunky 🤦🏻‍♀️ lol 😂 cute 🥰. I was scared at first but trail guide Steven made the ride enjoyable and was very nice and knowledgeable & friendly . I Would recommend to plans to go . I am So grateful to my friend Pete for making this possible for me today can’t wait to go back!!!read more

Ashley Peterson

2021-04-26T19:29:58+0000

I went to cactus Jacks with 5 friends for my birthday, we had an awesome time! Steven & Jessica were our trail guides... and they were very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the whole process considering none of my group had ridden before. The horses, facility, and trails were all very well kept. I would highly recommend them & will definitely be going back.read more

Alex Wheeler

2021-04-24T22:29:35+0000

Tour was fun horses are well behaved and Steven was helpful

Steven Roberts

2021-04-24T20:54:49+0000

Awesome people and horses!!!

Maria Padula

2021-04-24T19:04:26+0000

Went on a 1 hour trail ride today on Harlan. I was scared at first but trail guide Steven made the ride enjoyable and... was very nice and knowledgeable. Would recommend and will be going back.read more

Jayme Martin

2021-04-24T19:02:47+0000

The ride was great! The trails are all kept clean and the horses all behaved so well and seem to enjoy the ride! The... male trail guide, Steven, was attentive and helpful. Jessica gave clear instructions at the beginning of the ride which was very helpful. Would definitely come again!read more

Nicole Miley

2021-04-24T19:00:16+0000

Great trail ride today with trail guide Steven !!! Definitely recommend. Very informative and thorough in explaining... safety & what to and not to do. Will definitely be telling friends and coming again !read more

Patti Sue

2021-04-24T13:24:59+0000

Everything was fabulous! Horses are well cared for and our guide Steven was just awesome! It was a great two hour ride!... We will definitely be back!read more

Sandy Patterson

2021-04-24T13:24:13+0000

Absolutely everything! Horses are well cared-for, healthy. Our guide, Steven, was absolutely the best! Beautiful 2... hour trail ride through some of the best maintained trails. Cannot say enough good things! We will be back!read more

Cindy ONeal

2021-04-22T02:29:43+0000

Went out with Cody on 4/20. A surprise for my other half’s birthday. I’ve never been on a horse and was scared to... death. Cody made it such a wonderful experience. After 5-10 min on Pokey I was loving it. The trail ride was great. Very quiet and secluded. Even saw a couple of deer. We will for sure be back soon!read more

Kaila Lee

2021-04-09T21:42:58+0000

My experience was awesome!! I had such a great time. My sisters & I. The ride was smooth & we enjoyed it. Johnny was... super nice we had a conversation the whole entire ride we’ll definitely be back!! And the horses we loved them, they were super nice. For those who hasn’t been there, go I totally recommend.read more

Barbara Reed

2021-04-08T03:56:07+0000

it was such a peaceful enjoyable trail ride with everyone. The pine cones were huge and we saw many catus plants.... Horses are beautiful and well behaved. I rode Hook. Thank you again! The Reed's.read more

Sharon Berke-Keeley

2021-04-05T15:07:16+0000

We had soooo much fun riding with these guides! Very knowledgeable with what they’re doing. Great horses as well!! We... will definitely be back and we can’t waitread more

Teana Adams

2021-04-02T23:34:28+0000

Awesome trail ride! Very friendly guides, patient, courteous and very knowledgeable. Horses are in excellent shape and... taken very good care of. Highly recommend if you are looking for a nice leisurely ride.read more

Marcela Camacho

2021-04-02T16:40:56+0000

The service was amazing!!! We come to Ocala to visit once in a while and this was the best experience my daughters and... I have had! One of my daughters is 6 and had never been on a horse and she had the best experience! I would highly recommend it to anyone of all ages!!read more

Kaare Shuman

2021-03-21T17:57:08+0000

We had a wonderful experience on the 2 hour tour. It was beautiful scenery and a peaceful ride. We thoroughly enjoyed... Rebel, Mocha and Choco 🤩 Thanks for an amazing day!read more

Elizabeth Bennett Clawson

2021-03-21T13:15:19+0000

Everything was great! Location, staff, and horses!

LeeAnn Hendrickson

2021-03-17T02:51:02+0000

Absolutely amazing! My son Jayden had never ridden before and he loved riding Chulo! Our guides, Johnny and Cody were... patient and did a great job helping my son. I rode Harlen, who was a perfect fit for me. He let his silly and stubborn side show a few times, but.... I can be just as silly and stubborn. I wish I could go there everyday. Thank you again for an amazing ride and an experience to remember!read more

Judy Lyons

2021-03-05T22:16:23+0000

Met some friends yesterday for a ride, we all had a wonderful time. Enjoyed my ride on Ice T. Everyone was friendly and... knowledgeable. I’ll be back with more friends and family.read more

Bonnie Smilez

2021-03-04T22:54:49+0000

Had a great experience today. Mr Pokey assured me that it would be an awesome experience. My guide was knowledgeable... and added to such an amazing positive experience today. Will definitely be returning and checking out their other location too.read more

Susan Harvey Holland

2021-03-02T23:53:47+0000

Our guide, Cody, rocked and so did our beautiful horses Mocha and Pokey! We had an amazing ride!

Kelly Claus

2021-02-23T22:38:25+0000

nice trail ride. Guides are nice and friendly.

Rebecca Kennedy-Huff

2021-02-23T21:41:05+0000

wonderful ride very relaxing will do it again the guides are very friendly and helpful!😀

Christine Courtwright

2021-02-12T03:30:50+0000

Wonderful time and good guides to take care of all of our needs. Horses for every level of experience and these... animals are well cared for. Great fun for a group of gals from The Villagesread more

Mary Searcy Soto

2021-01-04T01:55:18+0000

Had a wonderful afternoon riding thru the forest upon a wonderful horse named "Rebel" met some amazing folks along the... way too which made the whole experience even better than I had imagined! Thank you to my new friend Jackie for sharing her carrot treats - next time I will bring some too! The horses loved them! thank you Cactus Jacks for a great start to 2021!read more

Kelly Sparkles

2021-01-02T03:28:02+0000

I selected this stable out of the plethora of local offerings, given the website indicated the majority of the horses... were rescued. Once I arrived, I could see that love reigns here. While waiting for our ride to begin, I spent time doting on the horses. It was apparent that some were elderly and others were neglected in the past. However, they are now well-taken care of, as indicative of their appearances and gentle natures. The hands were considerate in selecting appropriate matches for the two-hour long tour, based on personality, experience, and size. I was fortunate enough to ride Dude, a spunky, middle-aged Arabian. We proved to be a perfect match. He would seize any possible opportunity to open up into a canter. However, if he became a bit too feisty, he politely obeyed my riding signals. (Which is a sign of proper training.) I will certainly return to Rock Springs Run Trail Rides for another adventure. I feel they strive to ensure these horses have a chance to enjoy a life that they may otherwise have missed out on, had they not be saved. That is enough reason for me to support this stable and its mission to provide enjoyable riding experiences for human and horse alike.read more

Ruth Osborn

2020-12-21T21:23:09+0000

The staff was very helpful. The horses were very well mannered & well cared for. Trail was awesome & weather was... perfect in mid60s.read more

Jennifer Smith

2020-12-13T01:05:59+0000

We had a great time! All of our horses were so sweet, and easy to ride. Two, nine year olds who had never ridden before... had zero issues, were comfortable, and had so much fun! Jessica and Tim went out of their way to help the birthday girl have a very special day she'll never forget! Well maintained facility, and trail, great staff, and the horses were amazing, we can't wait to go back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐read more

Linda Goehring

2020-12-12T23:06:13+0000

I have been to at least five other trail riding establishments in 3 different states. This was the BEST! A gentleman... named Tim had the paperwork and a bottle of water waiting for us when we arrived. The stables were clean, the horses were saddled and ready to go. He took time to choose certain horses for us according to our size and ability. And after he helped us to mount our horses, he tightened the cinches one last time. (My husband’s cinch was not tight enough on a previous ride at Sun City, causing his saddle to slip, resulting in his falling off of the horse.) As he guided us through the beautiful Florida State Park which borders the property, he kept pausing to see if we had questions or issues with our horse. There were no swamps as were present in Sun City. Had we chosen, we would’ve been allowed to trot briefly in the appropriate places. And he let us pose as a group on our horses as he used our phone to take pictures at the end of the ride. Everything at Cactus Jack’s looked very nicely maintained. Buildings were painted, fence were all in perfect shape, there was grass growing where it should’ve been and it was nicely mowed. I would recommend Cactus Jack’s to anybody wanting to go on a trail ride and I will be back again.read more

Michelle Hill

2020-12-03T20:23:09+0000

Had a great time this morning. Zared was a great trail guide and Pokey was well behaved. Can’t wait to come back.

David Curtis

2020-11-25T22:57:56+0000

Great experience, friendly and knowledgeable staff and horses were very easy to ride

Nicole Budnick

2020-11-20T20:08:06+0000

Love that they have a 2 hour ride option! The longer the better in my book. It’s a nice, beautiful, and relaxing... atmosphereread more

Jja Jja

2020-11-16T16:06:30+0000

Aurda was a great lead we had a blast

Christine Chaloupka

2020-11-04T19:13:07+0000

Had a wonderful trail ride with guide Tim. As an experienced rider it was enjoyable and fun to get out for a ride. I... went on a week day and ended up being the only one for my time slot which made for a personalized and special experience. Tim was friendly and organized and had the horses ready to hop on and go. I will definitely be backread more

Roxann Luttana

2020-10-15T01:21:46+0000

The horses are well behaved. The guides are friendly and knowlegible. Riding thru the forest is so relaxing.

Laurel Lee Bax

2020-08-16T15:55:26+0000

A fun morning spent checking out a part of Florida we don’t always see and enjoying these big, majestic animals!... Thoughtful, fantastic guides as well!read more

Jose B Rivera

2020-08-09T22:45:31+0000

Very enjoyable experience!! Horses well trained And the trainers were very awesome!!! I highly recommend them!!!

Vicky Hoefsmit Bigio

2020-08-08T20:31:50+0000

awesome trail ride! horses are sweet and calm. take carrots and treats!!

Ava Reschny

2020-07-31T00:43:49+0000

I had a great time with my guide John today. The horses were very sweet and well behaved. Highly recommended!😍😍😍

Trevor Reschny

2020-07-31T00:39:46+0000

We had a great time with our guide John today. Highly recommended!

Evan Goucher

2020-07-29T14:36:39+0000

Nick and Audra were amazing guides very nice and educational friendly we had a one hour ride to celebrate my sons sixth... birthday and had an amazing morning thanks to cactus jacks ocala thank you 🙏read more

Samantha Rose Nicklaus

2020-07-29T02:25:01+0000

What an incredibly experience! Amber was fantastic and had so much information about the history of the area, the... animals, and horses in general! The two hour ride went by in no time. The horses were lovely and clearly very well cared for. I cannot wait to go back!read more

Kara Nicole

2020-07-28T21:22:24+0000

Had a blast! Audra and nick were awesome

Kara Liburd

2020-07-26T21:36:52+0000

We took our daughter here for her birthday today. Amber and Jaimie were incredible guides. They made her birthday... awesome and had great conversation while riding. We went for an hour ride and didn’t want it to end. Only recommendation I can give for the owners is to maybe have a frequent riders program or a return rider discount. We love coming out here to ride and would totally do it more if we could. Thank you Amber and Jaimie you both were incredible and we will be back to see you guys.read more

P. Lynn Radok

2020-07-19T00:27:45+0000

Did a fabulous 9am , 1 1/2 hour ride at the Landbridge trail this morning. So well organized ! Well cared for horses.... Friendly, efficient people to help everyone get oriented and mounted on their assigned steeds. Laid back pace thru some of the area's most beautiful forest - all mostly in the shade, which makes it comfortable even in summer. Highly recommended - will definitely ride with them again !read more

Alicia Camacho

2020-07-18T23:52:30+0000

You had an amazing experience today with my daughter and best friend. Staff was amazing!

Ashley Elizabeth Shidner

2020-07-17T17:03:44+0000

An amazing experience! Shannon and Tyler were awesome guides. Booked a trail ride for my daughter 7th birthday and she... absolutely loved it. Shannon was so helpful and made it extra special for a horse crazed little girl. We rode Chunky, Desi, and Choco. Smooth fun 2 hour ride through Central Florida scrub forest.read more

Kimberly Klouse Calhoun

2020-07-16T23:06:33+0000

We did a trail today with Shannon. We had a great time. She was awesome with my daughter that was afraid at first. ... After awhile she was not afraid any more. Shannon made her feel comfortable on the horse. I world highly recommend Cactus Jack's.read more

Judy Chesis

2020-07-11T12:28:01+0000

The horses are paired perfectly with each guest. Our guide Shannon was wonderful with my daughter and her best friend.... This was a 5th grade graduation present for them.read more

Debbie Episcopo

2020-06-27T22:45:53+0000

My husband has never been on a horse. I have. For one of the activities on our anniversary vacation, he booked a 1-hour... ride for us. He loved it! Our guide, Tim, picked the perfect horses for our ride and took us through a gorgeous easy trail. Such a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. I can't wait to go again!read more

Kristy Jocelyn

2020-06-27T19:30:13+0000

We had a great time! They fitted us with horses to meet our individual needs. They were very motivational and helped... our little girl (who was very nervous) feel at ease. The conversation flowed easily, the scenery was beautiful, and the horses were sweet. I would highly recommend them, and we WILL be back!read more

Rachie Tapley

2020-06-22T20:37:03+0000

My 7 year-old daughter and I took my dad riding here as a gift for Father's Day. All three off us had so much fun... enjoying the scenery and our time together. Sarah was a wonderful guide for my daughter, who is new to riding -- she was also outgoing and a lot of fun. My daughter rode Hook, my dad rode Choco and I wrote Chunky. They were just at friendly as could be. Thank you, Sarah for a wonderful time. I made a cool video from our day and would love to find a way to share it with you!read more

Audrey Millican

2020-06-18T20:23:26+0000

Sarah was super helpful and we had a blast with her as our guide. I'd give 6 stars because we had such a great time!... definitely going to come back and request her next time.read more

Tamara Harkins

2020-06-16T01:15:43+0000

Sarah was our guide today. She did a marvelous job. We were all newbies. Took 1 1/2 hr tour. For me, who is feeling... every bit of 50 it was a 15 min longer than ideal but my teenager and young adult child loved it and was perfect amount of time. Highly recommend as felt safe. We road choco, Hook and Chunk and they were docile but obedient. Took direction well. Choco and Hook are bff and it was adorable. We all recommendread more

Karen Makley

2020-06-14T15:01:08+0000

Healthy, beautiful calm horses, nice trails and an awesome guide.

Frankie Si Rican Rivera

2020-06-13T22:44:18+0000

Took my wife who had never been on a horse before for our 1 year wedding anniversary, and we had an amazing time. The... staff were very nice, friendly and just overall great. Thank you so much for making my wife's experience and great one!read more

Ginger Butto

2020-06-12T04:45:43+0000

My friend and I went riding for her birthday. The horses were well cared for and well behaved. The guide was... knowledgable, helpful, and engaging. The scenery was peaceful and beautiful. All in all, I can't wait to go again and take the kids.read more

Carly Sinclair

2020-03-11T02:05:12+0000

My husband and I had a great time here! Neither of us had ever ridden a horse outside of pony rides when we were young,... but the staff made us feel comfortable and we had fun. Highly recommend! The forest was pretty, and the horses were sweet. Hope to return someday and maybe get horses of our own down the line <3 Thanks for the wonderful memory!read more

Kara Foote Winkler

2020-02-15T21:38:29+0000

We had a lot of fun and would go back again.

Pam Joslin

2020-02-02T20:18:00+0000

Thank you Ashley & Tracy. Brought my daughter for her 15th birthday today. We thoroughly enjoyed riding Chulo & Helga!

Jamie Evans

2020-02-01T15:18:35+0000

We took our daughter for her 10th birthday and we had a blast. Very friendly staff and the horses are beautiful and... sweet. Pricing was good and was worth it. Had a beautiful peaceful rideread more

Joli Beauchamp

2020-01-18T13:37:30+0000

Great ride on beautiful grounds. Happy horses.

Terri Ratchford

2020-01-14T21:09:54+0000

Knowledgeable staff , nice horses and beautiful scenery.

Elizabeth Hall Lucas

2019-12-25T12:57:47+0000

We booked a morning ride on Christmas Eve but the weather wasn’t good, so we asked if we could ride later in the day... and they were very accommodating ( especially on Christmas Eve). ❤️😃👍🏼🐴read more

Becky Golub Holt

2019-11-30T23:21:16+0000

it was peaceful and relaxing and a great way to see trails in the woods. my horse, Chocko, had an amusing personality, ... and Rachel was sweet, professional. down to earth and incredibly knowledgeable about the horses and about the area we were riding. 5 stars and all thumbs up❤❤❤read more

Joy Bauer

2019-11-17T15:25:13+0000

Took my 3 granddarlings on a ride yesterday morning, Rachel and Sam were the best! Two of the riders were beginners,... and just as in many times past the horses were well partnered with rider skill. The guide/trailmasters were energetic and caring, gave the girls some tips as they rode. The trail is just beautiful old Florida. Thank you for a wonderful morning of memories!read more

Samantha Reinertsen

2019-11-14T03:10:21+0000

Great horses and people beautiful trails

Shelah Davis Slater

2019-11-10T00:18:08+0000

My husband and I had a great time. The guides were great.

Curtis Sleve

2019-10-13T20:36:41+0000

We had a great time on the trails. Very professional staff and the horses are well trained. We'll be going back.

Terri Delk Evans

2019-10-11T22:56:19+0000

Had an awesome 1 1/2 ride today with guide Abby. My 10 yr old granddaughter rode for the 1st time. The trails were... amazing & the horses were well trained. Abby was awesome as our guide. Can't wait to do this again!read more

Joe Chapman

2019-10-05T19:30:03+0000

Wonderful staff great place to ride we're definitely coming back😊

Terry Veith

2019-09-06T21:39:38+0000

Great trail leader, nice trail ride!

Sandie Creek Polocrosse

2019-08-06T23:40:37+0000

Best group of people and horses!

Melanie Marcano

2019-07-20T15:10:43+0000

5 STARS!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We took a tour with Abbey!!!! Abbey You were awesome!!!! Abbey WAS AMAZING AND VERY NICE! We... really enjoyed the ride and the scenery. Our horses were very well taken care of and cooperatives! 😊 We will come back soon! Great environment and beautiful nature view! You guys ROCK! 💛read more

Gary Plunkett

2019-07-20T00:44:06+0000

The most beautiful , gentile and friendly horses and Awesomely beautiful place in Ocala, and the most beautiful,... patient, and friendly professional staff! I fell in love with this place, staff and I will be back frequently return , because there is no better inner peace and tranquility than horse back riding in the most beautiful place in Ocala Fl with this friendly and professional staff that know their horses!read more

Karen Alonso

2019-07-07T21:26:16+0000

great people! great trail, beautiful horses

Gloria Stacy

2019-05-05T00:42:40+0000

awesome staff and wonderful relaxing trails

Eugene Parkhimovich

2019-05-02T20:43:36+0000

They will take care of you very well! Don’t hesitate to book your ride!

Ricky Stevens

2019-04-06T19:19:00+0000

awesome experience would go back

Kara Baker

2019-03-24T20:41:08+0000

Such a great experience! Clean, organized and can tell horses are loved! The horses are awesome! Highly recommend !

Wyndi Ross

2019-03-22T01:30:54+0000

This was my first visit and I will definitely go again. The staff was professional, knowledgeable and very friendly.... The horses were awesome along the trails. I enjoyed every second!read more

Michelle Dawn Martin

2019-03-14T17:02:22+0000

Was a very nice ride everything was really Awsome staff and horses ! Will keep going there when I need my fix for a... ride !! This was a party of 15!read more

LeeAnn Shirley

2019-03-14T12:44:10+0000

Great ride and super nice guides! Most relaxing hour of riding you could ask for. We are so glad we went!!

Jayne Kellett

2019-03-01T22:39:17+0000

we did the 2 hour trail ride today with a lovely guide I feel awful for forgetting her name 🙊 she was absolutely... amazing with us and it was my daughter's first time on a horse and she made her feel totally at ease. we had 2 fantastic horses who were so gentle to ride. we would definitely come back here Thanks so much for a great dayread more

Chip Hanson

2019-02-19T00:36:58+0000

My daughters are still talking about how much fun they had riding the horses! I enjoyed my ride on Choco,myself! I hope... he is up for another ride the next time we visit!read more

Yvonne Jackson Ballaera

2019-02-17T20:39:35+0000

My girls and I went riding at the Ocala location and we had a great time. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, the... horses are very well cared for and extremely gentle. As an experienced rider, trail rides can be boring but not with this group. I was matched with Big Belle who was gentle as a lamb, but gave me just enough of a challenge to make the ride fun!! We will be back with the grandkids in the near future!!!read more

Selena Chandler

2019-02-15T20:55:15+0000

Very fun experience! my only regrets are not opting for a longer ride, and having to rush off so soon after. The horses... were very well behaved, and our leader was friendly and knowledgeable. Life is indeed sweeter from the back of a horse!read more

Shannel Scorza

2019-02-04T23:42:11+0000

My husband and I took our best friends on a surprise birthday road trip. We had a blast! Julie was fantastic! We rode... MacKena, Little Bell, Maddie, and another white Horse I'm blanking on :( All in all, we will definetly be back😍read more

Steven Fierro

2019-01-17T16:37:31+0000

took my wife it was just awesome nice quit through the woods

Kellie Brow Uzell

2019-01-11T21:02:35+0000

It is great relaxation therapy. the guide's do a great job. You're out in the wilderness you're so relaxed great job... done by everyoneread more

Katie O'Brien

2019-01-11T19:50:40+0000

I’ve ridden here every time I come down to Florida and will continue to come back! First and foremost, the horses are... all in fantastic body condition, fed really good quality hay, and have well fitting tack. I learned that they get turned out, rotated between both the Orlando and Ocala facilities so they have different scenery, AND are given ‘vacations’ where they don’t work and just relax in a field. I would NEVER EVER consider a place where I didn’t feel the horses were cared for and they really do a top notch job! I had scheduled my first ride months ago and just figured ‘eh, a group trail with other people would be alright!’ The group I was with was very nice but entirely beginners. It was slow going but the horses were fabulous and really took care of everyone. I had an adorable, sassy mare who was nipping the horse in front’s bum constantly! It was a lovely trail through live oaks but definitely a little TOO slow for me. I was told by Trish that they do private guided rides during the week. I found another morning that would work and gave them a call to book. Best decision ever! My next ride was just one on one, Trish and I. We were able to chat, had some lovely trots and got to see some trails I’d never gone on before! One went past the Florida Horse Park and I could check out some of the property. My horse this time was a brilliant gelding named Sparky (I think?). He was super smart and a great mover with comfortable gaits. Great personality! It was super fun to be able to chitchat with Trish who loves the horses so much! Not to mention it was a little faster paced and more exciting! I’ve never ridden in an Australian Stock Saddle before (I ride English) so I was a great experience. All in all, I can’t wait to go back and will definitely be doing the private ride again. Worth every extra penny to be able to see some different things with an experienced guide! Even so, beginners and those who have never ridden will have a wonderful time. The guides put a lot of thought into choosing the right horse for the right person! I highly recommend Cactus Jack’s!!read more

Lisa Hervey

2019-01-10T14:08:27+0000

We took our two grandchildren (7 & 11) on the two hour ride. What a wonderful experience for all of us. We meandered... through the beautiful forest on well-behaved and easy to handle horses, led by the personable and knowledgeable Julie. It was a fun, relaxing way to spend a lovely afternoon. Can't wait to visit Cactus Jack's again.read more

Shawn Zettle

2019-01-05T16:41:14+0000

It was an awesome experience the trail guides were fantastic. It was a surprise for my daughters 8th birthday and her... first time on a horse. And they made it an absolute time to remember. That even included a pink cowgirl hat for the experience!!! 5 star all the wayread more

Shannon Rymer

2019-01-04T06:20:31+0000

We had an amazing experience at Cactus Jack's at Rock Springs! Fred was the best guide ever and we will definitely ask... for him again! He was knowledgeable about horses, the Florida terrain, and he had lots of great stories and information. We loved the horses! They were well-trained and well-behaved. We plan on returning soon since we live in the central Florida area. Definitely recommend!!read more

Carolyn Evans Johnson

2019-01-01T23:50:35+0000

Great stable to go for a ride! Nice horses and guides!!

Jack Gish

2018-12-30T00:22:32+0000

Had a great time on this trail ride! Smooth check in, employees are helpful and friendly. The horses are great and... trail ride was very enjoyable. I would definitely do it again and would recommend this for anyone looking to enjoy some down time. Easy for beginners or those who have never ride a horse before!read more

Heidi Fryer Robinson

2018-12-28T22:15:18+0000

Great time for all ages !

Shari Bernhard

2018-12-05T23:14:05+0000

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Kelly Larson

2018-11-27T01:22:33+0000

We took our family of five (kids: 14, 11, 8) on a trail ride with Fred on Thanksgiving and there is no doubt my family... will remember that day for forever!! Fred worked with each of our children and built up the confidence in first time riders! We had such an amazing ride and Fred kept us laughing and learning throughout the whole ride. If only we all loved our job like he does!! Thank you Fred for making our ride so special!!read more

Karen Hudson

2018-11-17T23:11:14+0000

I did the 3 hour ride this morning with tour guide, Trish. I was on Hook. What a sweetheart horse!! Love him!! My... friend was on Chocko, he was hilarious!! He snacked the entire ride!! I will be back later this month and bringing another friend that will be on vacation. Tell Hook I am coming back for him!!💕. Thank you for making it possible to interact with such magnificent animals!!read more

Mandie Manuilow

2018-11-07T12:04:46+0000

I surprised my 9 year old daughter with a trail ride since I'm pregnant and haven't been able to take her riding in... awhile. When we arrived, Julie was very welcoming and nice! I felt extremely comfortable knowing my daughter was in good hands for her first alone (without mom) ride. When they returned, my daughter said she had so much fun and was already asking when we could come back!read more

Andrea Smith

2018-10-21T19:14:12+0000

We had a fantastic time on our 1-hr trail ride yesterday. Our trail guide, Danielle, was fun and engaging throughout... the entire ride. She was even able to get the most reserved in our group to feel special. Thank you for such a wonderful time. We will return.read more

Libby Lane

2018-10-13T14:43:48+0000

Loved the trail ride with our awesome guide ‘Danielle’. We are beginners & did’nt know to expect. ‘Danielle’ really... made us feel welcomed & paired my husband & I up with 2 friendly horses 🐎🐎. Here’s one we can scratch off our bucket list ✅read more

Miguel Quintana

2018-10-06T18:59:20+0000

Great Family fun with great tour guides an amazing horses.

Lisa M. Bishop

2018-09-04T10:21:22+0000

WE had the best time on our trail ride! For a couple of us it was our first time, and I can tell you the staff was... very nice, and knew how to pair the right horse to each rider. It was a great value and a fun time! A+read more

Janet Sozzi Morris

2018-08-20T08:57:20+0000

Had a great time! Horses were beautiful and very well behaved! Guides were very friendly!!

Samantha White

2018-08-10T20:48:58+0000

I took my 14 yr old daughter today for her birthday and it was perfect! We did the 2 hr trail ride in Sorrento. Saw... some deer, turtles, and bear tracks. Fred and Jack were our guides. Very friendly and knowlegable. My daughter and I are already planning our next ride. Thank you for our perfect morning!read more

Tim Paul

2018-08-09T23:27:04+0000

8-9-18. Took the family there and wasnt disappointed at all. Great for beginners like us and not boring at all. Kaylee... (probably spelled wrong) was our guide and she was fantastic. She definitely went the extra mile for the kids and the horses. She was amazing. Place was awesome. We'll be back next time we come down.read more

Lisa Scott Martin

2018-08-05T16:40:30+0000

Had a great time.

Jolene Arruda

2018-07-22T13:25:42+0000

My family had a great time. It was our 7 yr olds first time trail riding by her self and Ruby was fantastic with her!... The guides were both great! It was a great first experience for our little one and a great way for us to get used to riding again after both of us not riding for yrs. I highly recommend for others �read more

Vicki Deatherage

2018-06-25T01:54:57+0000

Shawn was especially knowledgeable and helpful in leading our ride - Kelly was also very nice and stayed alert to... ensure all were ok - good horses and just a fun safe time !!read more

Chelsea Gibson

2018-06-16T20:54:19+0000

I have been twice now with my family and both times was an absolute blast!! The staff was phenomenal and the horses... were perfectly matched for us!! We love Shaker, Luke, Desi, and Ginger!!! Look forward to many more trial rides with you all!!!read more

Valerie Newman

2018-06-07T02:47:14+0000

Had a wonderful trail ride with my husband and my mom. Our tour guide, Sean was wonderful. He really cares for the well... being of the horses. Took extra time to answer questions, tell us about the facts of the trail and horses. Also, took time to get a pic of us. Thanks Sean for a wonderful day!read more

Jody Lee Brown

2018-06-02T15:15:56+0000

My Fiance and I had a amazing morning. The scenery in Ocala is beautiful and very shaded. Horses are great natured... for the inexperienced riders. Sean our guide was very informative and you can tell he absolutely loves his job. Thank You Sean for our time with the horses, the fun stories and a great time!!!! Definitely a must do in Florida!!!read more

Lauren Oxendine

2018-05-02T21:28:15+0000

If you want a horse ride that is unforgettable, so wonderful that you can’t stop smiling, come to this place. It was... absolutely the right choice and I wouldn’t go anywhere else. Our tour guide, Sean, was EXCELLENT. Such a passionate guy who you can tell loves what he does. 11 out of 10 would recommend. It is worth every dollar! Thank you for an amazing time!read more

Ije Rodgers

2018-04-08T20:22:18+0000

My sister and I went on a trail ride. We are novices and the staff took the time to explain everything we needed to... know. They did a great job matching all the riders with the most appropriate horse. I felt safe and enjoyed myself a great deal. Harrison who led the ride was professional and friendly. We'll definitely go again.read more

Nancy Williamson

2018-03-31T22:18:55+0000

Sarah Jayne Baram

2018-03-24T23:16:18+0000

My cousin and I went on a 2 hour ride today. We had a wonderful time. Very relaxing and beautiful day. The horses were... well taken care of and friendly. Rob, our guide was knowledgeable, funny, respectful, and made it his priority to ensure we had a great time! We will be back! Thanks for a great time!read more

Ralph Testa

2018-03-15T17:19:01+0000

Kelsey Doyle

2018-03-09T00:00:56+0000

The guided trail ride at Rock Springs was my very first experience on a horse, and I had a wonderful time! Rebecca was... our guide. She was very patient and accommodating! Thank you Rebecca!read more

Bev Rink

2018-03-05T17:14:52+0000

Took a two hour ride w Corrine Sat. Wonderful ride... we were so excited that they even had gaited horses for us! ... They were wonderful... I would highly recommend this place to anyone, novice or experienced!read more

Molly Jenkins

2018-03-04T21:04:52+0000

Kristen Ojala

2018-03-04T15:55:38+0000

I am not experienced but the guide and horses made it very comfortable and we had a wonderful time. I will go again and... would recommend to anyone!read more

Christina Miller

2018-02-19T01:30:11+0000

Me and my daughter went there today, our tour guide Rob was great, we had smaller kids on same tour we were on he did... fantastic with them, was funny, our horse's we're amazing too. wead a blast...thank you and we will be back...read more

Danielle Burgess

2018-01-14T01:11:25+0000

My 9 yr old niece and I had a wonderful time riding on the trails. The horses were great and so was are guide Steph. I... highly recommend them.read more

Debbie Dixon

2017-12-29T18:10:45+0000

Paul Fuller

2017-11-27T21:11:57+0000

The horses were very well maintained. A very good time for intermediate and beginner riders. They did a good job... pairing people with horses. Guides were very good.read more

Tracey Miles Ruzek

2017-11-23T16:10:08+0000

Great riding experience- staff was fabulous-trails were beautiful. Highly recommend!!

Barbara Bixler

2017-11-20T17:24:31+0000

Michelle Bratcher Holtzlander

2017-11-13T18:07:48+0000

RaChelle Lewis

2017-11-07T00:11:18+0000

A shout out to Shelby for giving my husband and I such a wonderful experience. Hopefully we make it back again soon.

Cori Linsky

2017-10-07T23:01:16+0000

Super friendly and fun adventure! My daughter and I enjoyed our ride thoroughly!

Carol Tisdale

2017-09-25T23:51:11+0000

Tammy Thomas

2017-09-05T23:53:27+0000

Alayna Setter

2017-08-16T17:49:14+0000

Our guide, Rob, was great - did the two hour ride, and you can tell that he really loves what he does. Very... knowledgeable and friendly - wouldn't want anyone else to be our guide and will definitely ask for him again if we come back through. We always try to ride at various places when we go on family vacations, and these horses were the best trained that I've ever seen. So happy that we decided to ride with Cactus Jack's when we visited Florida!read more

Deanna Hoffman

2017-07-30T20:57:20+0000

Had a wonderful time. Definatley recommend.Will be going back for sure

Kelli Elaine Conner

2017-07-30T11:48:52+0000

Betty Dispensa-Smith

2017-07-29T18:46:51+0000

Judi Lias

2017-07-02T20:47:58+0000

Great way to spend a morning. Had an excellent guide.

Shara Whitaker

2017-06-25T14:29:48+0000

Excellent experience. Absolutely gorgeous trails.

Troy Martin

2017-06-25T11:47:46+0000

Relaxing ride on some great horses and the guides are very friendly

Maheen Gull

2017-06-24T22:47:29+0000

My husband and I had fun riding horses. The trails were beautiful.

Stasi Pekich

2017-06-24T14:56:48+0000

Nancy Lea

2017-06-18T03:29:14+0000

We loved our 2 hr ride! We'd like to bring back our grandkids and ride with them as well. Great place to go horseback... riding. My Hubby is a great man and knew I'd I've this surprise - thanks Dave - I love horses �read more

Sophia Orr

2017-06-14T22:40:57+0000

Dottie Breucker

2017-06-09T17:01:05+0000

Had an awesome morning ride. Trish was great and the horses were wonderful. Chunk was a great horse to ride.

Krisanna Levine

2017-06-04T03:07:35+0000

We took 1.5 hr trail ride with 7 people (2 were kids) in ocala. All of us were beginners and they did a fabulous job... matching the horses to the riders. The horses were very well trained and truly did the work for us. The trail itself was absolutely gorgeous and most of it was well shaded so it wasnt too hot. Bonus point for cool stone and grass bridge over the highway. We will definitely be going back.read more

Lorraine Munro

2017-06-02T18:41:57+0000

Brilliant way to spend a morning with the family. Horses were great, very calm as most of us were beginners. Lynne... was a fantastic guide.read more

Jamie Holiday

2017-05-23T00:48:26+0000

Stephanie Philmon

2015-03-29T01:37:54+0000

Phenomenal day riding with our large family that was fully accommodated without problem! The horses were beautiful,... our guide very pleasant and knowledgeable, the surroundings serene and the ride absolutely perfect to fulfill our 6 year old´s birthday wish. Thanks so very much to Shelby and the staff of Catus Jacks!read more

Timothy Fagaly

2015-03-22T02:42:34+0000

Jossie Mercado

2015-02-21T04:28:53+0000

Great place! Went on the 1 1/2 hour trail ride and had a blast. Our guide lynne was amaizinggg! So much fun cant wait... to go again!read more

Christina Jones Flake

2014-04-16T16:09:01+0000

Great ride and great guide! :)

Lauren Davis

2014-04-11T23:36:23+0000

Richard Weed

2014-03-10T23:58:16+0000

Ryan McDermott

2014-02-28T22:02:30+0000

Caitlyn Hubbell

2014-02-08T17:59:08+0000

Barry Berkelhammer

2014-02-06T22:43:01+0000

Great ride ! I had a blast and the horses look great.

Vagner Luciano

2014-02-02T01:14:46+0000

Kyle Hagan

2014-01-02T15:17:34+0000

Joni Blake

2013-12-03T23:04:56+0000

Vann Wood

2013-12-01T21:21:09+0000

Jennifer M Adamski

2013-12-01T19:03:20+0000

Mikayla Wishinsky

2013-11-30T02:23:25+0000

Kayla Brueland

2013-11-28T13:33:46+0000

Melissa Block

2013-11-28T04:10:59+0000

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