Unforgettable Horse Adventures Across Southern California
Guided trail rides, beach rides, sunset experiences, and overnight horse-camping trips with athletic, forward-moving horses — designed for riders who know how to ride and want real adventure.
More Than a Trail Ride
Second Chance Equine Adventures is built for riders who want more than a slow, passive trail ride. From canyon climbs and coastal stretches to multi-day horse-camping trips, every ride is intentionally designed for knowledgeable riders who want to truly experience the landscape from the saddle.
Our horses are forward, responsive, and deeply experienced in varied terrain — allowing you to move through nature with purpose, presence, and connection. These rides invite you to unplug, ride with awareness, and experience California’s wild places in a way that feels grounded, real, and unforgettable.
Riding & Guiding
Horsemanship
Every ride is shaped by the landscape, the horses, and the riders who show up. We move at a pace that allows for real riding — climbing, stretching out, pausing where the view asks you to stop — rather than rushing through a preset route.Our approach is simple: small groups, experienced guidance, and horses who know their jobs well.
That creates space for presence, confidence, and the kind of quiet moments you only get when horse and rider are both fully engaged.Whether you’re riding into golden hour, crossing varied terrain, or settling into the rhythm of a longer journey, these experiences are meant to feel natural, intentional, and magical.
Find the Ride That Fits Your Adventure
From scenic canyon rides to immersive multi-day horse-camping trips, each experience is thoughtfully guided and shaped by the landscape, the horses, and the riders who join us. Choose the adventure that speaks to you — and ride it fully.
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Meet the Horses
These aren’t just trail horses — they’re partners, teachers, athletes, and personalities. Each horse at Second Chance Ranch brings something unique to the experience, and together they make every ride unforgettable.
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Moments From the Saddle
Real rides, real horses, and real places across California. From quiet trail mornings to golden-hour views and coastal adventures, these moments capture what horseback riding in California truly feels like.
What Our Riders Say
Thoughtfully guided experiences, incredible horses, and unforgettable time spent riding through California’s wild places.
“The best experience ever”
Riding through the canyons felt natural and unhurried, and the horses were incredible. The guides were knowledgeable without being overbearing, and the entire experience felt intentional from start to finish. I’ll absolutely be back.
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“Incredible yachting experience!”
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Where We Ride
Our horseback riding experiences take place in some of California’s most scenic and diverse landscapes. From quiet canyon trails and rolling hills to coastal routes and backcountry camping destinations, each location is chosen for its natural beauty, ride quality, and connection to the land.
We regularly ride in and around Santa Clarita, Placerita Canyon, Vasquez Rocks, and select coastal and mountain areas across Southern California. Locations vary by experience, season, and conditions to ensure the best possible ride every time.
From the Trail Journal
Stories, guides, and behind-the-scenes insights from our horseback riding experiences across California—written for riders who want more connection, confidence, and adventure in the saddle.
