Horseback Riding and Petting Zoo

Overview

We provide a controlled environment for safe horseback riding for kids and beginners, and a petting zoo. We have a 24,440 sqft equestrian center with a spectacular view of Mississippi river sunsets. We also rent apartments where you can see the animals and beautiful scenery right outside your windows. Our horses are calm and happy in this place. They love to be petted and groomed. The goats, pigs, and chickens are friendly, and will eat out of your hands. Rub the pigs belly, scratch the goats between their horns and feed meal worms to the chickens and watch the smiles grow on your family's faces. The ducks provide comical quacking as they waddle around the property. The pigs grunt as they seek out food anywhere they can find it. The goats stay with the horses and butt heads with each other. The miniature horse is absolutely wonderful with kids. Everything we do is slow, controlled, and safe. We move along at your pace. Please wear sturdy shoes. No flip flops around horses.

City: Illinois

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $210.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $210.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Horse tack and horse. Helmets are also provided.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Staff has been fully vaccinated.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews (4)

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Jul 2020

My family was visiting the area and we wanted our two-year old daughter to pet horses. I call this place and they were more than happy to give our daughter her first experience with horses. Personally, I am uncomfortable around horses and I have to say that this was the best experience that I have ever had. These were friendliest, sweetest horses that I've ever been around and the owners went out of their way so that my daughter could get comfortable around them, pet them, and even sit on one for a photo. These horses are clearly raised with love and care. This visit was a highlight on our trip. I would recommend anyone who wants to ride horses or just visit some in the Galena area to contact Riverview Ranch and Resort. Next time we're in the area, we hope to stay there if it isn't booked and at the very least will book a ride.