Horseback Riding Tours Along Snake Creek Gorge in Georgia

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Experience the beauty and history of Banning Mills from a whole new perspective—on horseback! Journey along scenic trails that wind through old-growth forest, past the rushing Snake Creek, and beside the fascinating ruins of 1800s mill structures.

Horseback Riding Options:

  • 1-Hour Trail Ride*: $79 per person
  • 2-Hour Trial Ride*: $99 per person
  • * Tour times are estimates and vary depending on group size and other factors.

Rider Requirements:

  • Riders must be at least 10 years old (no tandem riding permitted).
  • Closed-toe shoes are required.
  • Helmets available on request.
  • Weight limit: 250 lbs.

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!

Before Horseback Tours can be booked, we need to confirm availability with our wrangler. Click below to request a tour or call us at 770-834-9149 to start planning today!. 

Please visit our Policies Page to review our restriction, weather, and 7-day cancellation policies.

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Reservations are required to book Horseback Rides. We require a 7-day cancellation notice for all rides. If you cancel less than 7 days before the reserved ride, a 50% charge of the total will be applied to the credit card on file. You may move the date once with a full payment plus a $5 pp transfer fee as long as it is not the day of. No shows or day of cancellations are 100% charge.

Advance notice and reservations are required. Do not wear flip-flops, sandals or shoes without backs. A one-inch heel is suggested. Pants are suggested for a more comfortable ride. We must have a minimum of two riders to open a horseback tour.

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MEET OUR WRANGLER

Lara Jackson joined the Banning family about 10 years ago. Lara has been horseback riding since she was about 8 years old. About 20 years ago, Lara took her passion for horseback riding and opened Sandhill Trails located in West Georgia. Currently, Lara owns approximately 30 horses. Her area of expertise lies with training of horses. When asked why Lara came to Banning as our Wrangler she said “For the peace and solitude. Navigating the trails on horseback gives me the opportunity to take a stroll back in history at Banning. The historic artifacts are simply amazing. Couple that with the experience of meeting new people and opening their eyes to the art of horseback riding, each ride is truly a pleasure at Banning.” We thank Lara for being a part of our team! Pictured is Lara’s daughter Emma with one of Sandhill Trails many 4-legged residents.