Los Padres Outfitters accepts all major credit cards. Payments may be made to secure a confirmation on booked ride.

All riders under 18 are required to wear a horseback riding helmet (provided free of charge). Adult riders have the option. Please let us know before the ride if you plan on wearing helmets so we can be prepared.

A Release of Liability form must be signed for all riders. Children under 18 must have an adult sign for them.

Upon booking, a confirmation email will be sent to you with a link to sign the waiver. No need to print- it will automatically be sent back to our system

We offer trail rides for guests 10 years old and up. If you child has experience riding and is between 7 and 9 years of age, please contact us directly by phone. Double riding is not per

We have a number of large horses that can accommodate riders of most sizes. Riders need to be able to fit into the saddle and be able to hold the horn in front for balance. Occasionally, we must turn away riders because their shape does not allow them to fit into the saddle safely.

Riders must be under 220lbs.

Purses, backpacks and other large or baggy items cannot be carried on the horse as they may restrict your ability to ride.

Long Pants and closed-toed shoes are recommended for all riders.

Plastic rain ponchos and umbrellas are prohibited during inclement weather. Guests may wear rain jackets or coats or we have slickers available to rent for $5 per ride.

All rides are lead by an experienced Los Padres Outfitters guide.

All group rides are walk and trot in single file along the trail. While on the beach, you may ride side by side, still sticking together as a group.

Many of our customers like to show their appreciation of our friendly wranglers by tipping. Gratuities are gladly accepted. Venmo and Cash are accepted.The standard is 20% – similar to what you would tip a waiter or waitress. Groups of 6 or more and picnics will include automatic gratuity of 20%.

Reservations with Los Padres Outfitters are required for all Beach Rides, Trail Rides, and Pack Trips.

Please be aware when making a reservation that we are guaranteeing that we will have horses and a guide available for your ride. For this reason if you cancel within 48 hours of your appointment, you will not receive a refund. If you cancel from the time of booking until 48 hours prior to your appointment, you will receive a 50% refund. Please contact us if you cancel your appointment before the 48 hour window and are requesting a refund.

You will be required to arrive 15 minutes prior to your ride for instructions.

All rides leave on time. Without 48 hours notice, if you do not arrive for your scheduled ride time you will not receive a refund. There are no exceptions.

All rides operate rain or shine, depending on the severity of the rain. If it has rained the days leading up to your ride, this can also affect your ride if the trails are unsafe and not in riding condition. In the event of bad weather, (Click the link and update to the date of your ride here) https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/summerland/93067/weather-forecast/2154987 we allow you to reschedule your ride to a later date by calling us at least 24 hours before your ride. Same day cancellations will be charged 100% of your ride value. No refunds are given for the rain, but we can issue a gift certificate if you choose not to reschedule immediately.

For reservations a valid credit card is required for pre-authorization and full payment by credit card upon booking.

No, we do not mix groups, our rides are private. Our rides are exclusive just for groups of family and friends.

Our guides are knowledgeable and experienced, they have history and extensive roots in this area, making them fun to ride with and interesting to talk to.

We customize each riding experience around our guests’ desires and past experience to ensure they have a safe and most of all fun and unforgettable ride.

We have horses suitable for all levels of riders from expert to novice to first-time riders. We offer trail rides for guests 10 years old and up. If you child has experience riding and is between 7 and 9 years of age, please contact us directly by phone.

We have numerous repeat riders and many local riders that ride with us weekly.

Helmets are required for riders 18 and under. We offer helmets to adults as well but it is up to them if they wear them or not.

Our standard beach/trail combination ride for visitors to Santa Barbara is 1.5 hrs long, and $230 per rider with a two-person minimum. Want to have a private ride to yourself? Single person private rides are $330. Riders must be under 220 lbs.

We take all major credit cards and make credit card reservations over the phone.

Horseback riding in Santa Barbara doesn’t get any more exclusive or “high end” than Los Padres Outfitters. Join us for an authentic Western Santa Barbara Experience.