"Shenandoah Valley’s Premier Horseback Riding Destination.”
Mountaintop Ranch is a secluded ranch in the famous Blue Ridge Mountains that has been in the family for nearly 50 years. Our picturesque trails pass through the high country, scenic mountain meadows, and wooded areas of the famous Blue Ridge bordering The Shenandoah National Park. Fresh mountain air, breath-taking scenery, and wildlife are enjoyed on all of our exclusive and private guided trail rides. This is a scenic adventure you will not want to miss!
Wilderness Ride
We start by riding into the mountain wilderness and slowly climb our way to 3,300 ft and enjoy a 360 degree view of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains!
$90/person
Sunset Ride
This ride last for approximately an hour and a half. The ride starts in our wooded trails and slowly climbs to our 360 degree mountain meadow at 3,300 ft of elevation. The parties get to enjoy watching the picturesque colors fall over the mountains before returning to the barn.
$140/person
Around the Ranch Ride
This 3-4 hour ride explores our beautiful wooded trails, covering both sides of the Mountain! The riders will stop at the picturesque main cabin where lunch is provided by chef services at the ranch. After a delicious meal, riders will remount their horses to make their way to the spectacular 360 degree view of the Blue Ridge Mountains before returning to the barn.
$250/person
Dinner with a Sunset Ride
This ride leaves about 3 hours before sunset. After about an hour and half of riding on our wooded trails, the party will stop at the main cabin for a delicious meal prepared by the chef services on the ranch. The group will then remount and continue riding until they reach the mountain meadow. Here you will enjoy watching the beautiful colors fall over the Blue Ridge Mountains! There is nothing more beautiful than a 360 degree view of the sunset at 3,300 ft of elevation on horseback!
$300/person
Ride and Hike Excursion
This all-day excursion is a memory you will not forget! The day starts by enjoying the wilderness ride. This ride will begin with a ride through our wooded trails. Riders will then slowly climb to the mountain meadow where they will enjoy a breathe taking view of the Blue Ridge Mountains! After returning from the ride, our guests are invited over to our main cabin where they will be served a delicious meal provided by our chef services. Following lunch, we will start a guided tour down to two waterfalls, a 45 ft falls with a small swimming hole and a 65 ft falls. This excursion combines the best of both worlds and will make memories your group will never forget!
$250/person with hour ride
$275/person with 2 hour ride
We will try to tailor the rides to your needs. If you love your ride..please show some appreciation to your guide!
Riders must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.
We have a strict 48-hour cancellation policy. Mountaintop Ranch reserves the right to cancel due to inclement weather…but a little bit of rain never hurt anyone…so come prepared! Some rides might not always be available due to trail conditions, the number of guests we have with us on the ranch and the number of horses we have available, or other unforeseen reasons, so please check with the hostess of Mountaintop Ranch before making your final plans.
Engagement requests on the mountain include an extra $135 charge on top of the initial total for the ride.