Horseback Riding Lessons, Boarding & Trail Riding in Oroville, California
Why Choose Long Bar Ranch?
20+ Years of Experience | Personalized Horse Care | Beginner-Friendly Instruction | 50+ Miles of Trail Access
Services We Offer
Western Riding Lessons
Whether you're new to horses or looking to refine your skills, our Western riding program offers personalized instruction in a supportive and encouraging environment. Lessons focus on building confidence, horsemanship, safety, and effective communication with your horse.
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One-on-one instruction tailored to your individual goals, skill level, and pace of learning.
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Ride directly from Long Bar Ranch onto miles of scenic equestrian trails surrounding the Feather River and Lake Oroville. Our guided rides explore a variety of historic and picturesque routes featuring oak woodlands, rolling foothills, river overlooks, and panoramic lake views.
Depending on trail conditions and your group's experience level, rides may include sections of:
Brad Freeman Trail – A renowned multi-use trail offering beautiful views of the Feather River, Oroville Dam, and Lake Oroville. Equestrian access is available on designated sections.
Dan Beebe Trail – A scenic foothill trail connecting the Lake Oroville Visitor Center, Oroville Dam, and Kelly Ridge, with sweeping views of the lake and surrounding countryside.
Every ride is customized to provide the best experience based on the season, trail conditions, and rider ability.
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Learn alongside other riders while developing riding skills, confidence, and horsemanship in a fun, social setting.
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Build a strong foundation from the ground up. These hands-on sessions cover horse handling, grooming, tacking up, safety, horse behavior, and essential horsemanship skills.
Whether your goal is recreational riding, improving technique, or developing a deeper understanding of horses, lessons are designed to help you grow as a confident and knowledgeable horseperson.
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Consultation - $35
Come meet and greet at the ranch. You will be able to meet the horses and match you up with a horse that’s available here for your riding skill level.
New Rider Intro Lesson – $60
Perfect for first-time riders or those returning to horses after time away.
Includes:
Safety overview
Basic horsemanship instruction
Grooming and tacking introduction
Riding evaluation and goal discussion
Guided Trail Ride - $150 for 2 Hours Instructor-Led
Your ride includes:
Professional trail guide
Trail Horse
Safety orientation before departure
Helmet provided (or bring your own)
Small group experience
Scenic trails departing directly from Long Bar Ranch
Our guided trail rides offer an unforgettable way to experience the natural beauty of Oroville and the Lake Oroville foothills.
Private Lesson – $85
One-on-one instruction tailored to your individual goals, experience level, and riding abilities.
Group Lesson – $60 per rider
A fun and supportive learning environment where riders develop skills alongside others of similar experience levels.
Group Ground Lesson – $60 per person
Learn essential horsemanship skills, including:
Horse handling and safety
Grooming and horse care
Tacking and equipment
Understanding horse behavior
Basic groundwork exercises
Boarding Services
Provide your horse with a safe, comfortable, and caring home in a beautiful setting with direct access to local riding trails along the Feather River, featuring scenic views of the Oroville Dam and Spillway.
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Our Basic Boarding package includes:
Fresh water provided daily
Salt blocks available
Stall cleaning and mucking
Twice-daily feeding of quality alfalfa grass hay
Access to local riding trails directly from the property
We are committed to providing a clean, comfortable environment where your horse can thrive.
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Our Premium Boarding package includes everything offered in Basic Boarding, plus:
Designated trailer parking space
Vet appointment assistance and handling
Blanketing services
Grain feeding and special feeding requirements
Turnout services upon request
Additional individualized care based on your horse's needs
Premium Boarding is designed for owners seeking added convenience and personalized care, ensuring their horse receives attentive, comprehensive support even when they can't be at the barn.
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Basic Boarding – $350/month
Includes:
Fresh water provided daily
Salt blocks
Stall cleaning and mucking
Twice-daily feeding of quality alfalfa grass hay
Access to local riding trails directly from the property, including scenic routes along the Feather River with views of the Oroville Dam and Spillway
Premium Boarding – $500/month
Includes everything in Basic Boarding, plus:
Designated trailer parking space
Assistance with veterinary appointments
Blanketing services
Grain feeding and special feeding requirements
Turnout services upon request
Additional individualized care based on your horse's needs
Equine Holistic Wellness
Supporting your horse's physical, emotional, and energetic well-being through a compassionate, holistic approach. These services are designed to help promote balance, deepen understanding, and strengthen the connection between horse and owner. Each session is tailored to your horse's individual needs.
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Based on the teachings of Dr. Bradley Nelson's The Emotion Code®, these sessions focus on identifying and releasing trapped emotions that may contribute to stress, emotional imbalance, behavioral challenges, or discomfort. By addressing emotional energies that may no longer serve your horse, sessions can help support greater relaxation, emotional well-being, and harmony.
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Based on the teachings of Dr. Bradley Nelson's The Body Code™, these sessions focus on identifying energetic imbalances that may be affecting your horse's overall wellness. This holistic system evaluates multiple areas of well-being to help uncover underlying stressors and support the body's natural ability to restore balance.
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Through intuitive communication, I connect with your horse to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, preferences, and experiences. These sessions can provide a deeper understanding of your horse's perspective and may offer valuable information regarding behavior, relationships, training, or overall well-being.
Every horse has a unique story. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where horses can be heard, understood, and supported on their wellness journey.
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New Client Intro Session – $135
Perfect for first-time clients looking to gain insight into their horse's overall well-being.
Includes:
Equine Communication Session
Emotion Code® Assessment
Personalized wellness insights and recommendations.
Emotion Code® Session – $60
Focused on identifying and releasing trapped emotions that may be contributing to stress, behavioral concerns, or emotional imbalance.
Body Code™ Session – $85
A comprehensive assessment designed to identify energetic imbalances and support your horse's overall wellness and balance.
Equine Communication Session – $85
An intuitive communication session that provides insight into your horse's thoughts, feelings, preferences, and experiences, helping to strengthen the connection between horse and owner.
Holistic Wellness Package – $160
A complete wellness session that combines:
Emotion Code®
Body Code™
Equine Communication
This package offers a comprehensive approach to supporting your horse's physical, emotional, and energetic well-being.
Welcome to
Long Bar Ranch
Family Owned & Operated
Where horses, riders, and lifelong connections come together.
Established in 2003, Long Bar Ranch is a family-owned ranch built on three generations of horsemanship, compassion, and dedication to the equestrian lifestyle.
Located in a beautiful countryside setting, our ranch offers quality horse boarding, Western riding lessons, and equine holistic wellness services. With spacious pens, attentive daily care, and direct access to scenic trails along the Feather River and Lake Oroville, we provide a place where horses can feel at home, and riders can enjoy the journey.
Whether you're looking to improve your riding skills, provide your horse with exceptional care, or deepen your connection through holistic wellness, Long Bar Ranch welcomes you and your horse.
Come ride, connect, and grow with us.
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