Spirit Reins Ranch
Spirit Reins Ranch
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
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At Spirit Reins we embody an old fashioned country charm and welcome all guests to come share in our peaceful lifestyle. We offer horseback riding lessons as well as trail and beach rides. We invite you to embark on a quiet outdoor adventure that will build memories that last a life time!
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Lisamay222
Sherwood Park, Canada56 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
A trail ride at Spirit Reins is a bucket list must-do. My family is vacationing on the east coast for the first time. We’ve done some amazing things but our time on the trail with Bre and Karen was a once in a lifetime experience.
My daughter and I went on the Wards Falls scenic trail ride. She is ten years old and has taken two years of riding lessons.. but I was a brand new (nervous) beginner.
After a warm and friendly welcome (from the cute farm dogs too!), they loaded up the horse trailer and we drove a short way to the trail entrance. My horse (Trigger) was very patient and made learning easy. All of the horses were lovely. My daughter was on Prince and they did so well together (he was actually the one she said she hoped to ride when we looked at their pictures on the website). Bre helped me practice some basic maneuvers and then we were off.
Wow. That trail is stunning. I’ve never been on a hike that continuously beautiful, never mind on horseback! We crossed many babbling brooks, diverse and lush vegetation, and hills to go up and down. I can see why their website says it’s good for all levels of riders. It is challenging but doable, even for me. The horses were very sure footed and knew exactly what to do. I got the hang of it about a quarter of the way and had so much fun.
When we got to the end of the trail, we tied off the horses, grabbed our lunch from the saddle bags, and climbed up a small hill. The waterfall was so intimate and serene, with many places to sit and enjoy its beauty. It was fascinating to hear about the geological history of the land as we listened to the crystal clear water pass over the rocks.
I highly recommend any trail ride experience at Spirit Reins. The people and animals are so lovely and kind. It was the most special and precious memory for me and my daughter. When we come back to Nova Scotia we will absolutely visit again.
Thank you Karen and Bre!
My daughter and I went on the Wards Falls scenic trail ride. She is ten years old and has taken two years of riding lessons.. but I was a brand new (nervous) beginner.
After a warm and friendly welcome (from the cute farm dogs too!), they loaded up the horse trailer and we drove a short way to the trail entrance. My horse (Trigger) was very patient and made learning easy. All of the horses were lovely. My daughter was on Prince and they did so well together (he was actually the one she said she hoped to ride when we looked at their pictures on the website). Bre helped me practice some basic maneuvers and then we were off.
Wow. That trail is stunning. I’ve never been on a hike that continuously beautiful, never mind on horseback! We crossed many babbling brooks, diverse and lush vegetation, and hills to go up and down. I can see why their website says it’s good for all levels of riders. It is challenging but doable, even for me. The horses were very sure footed and knew exactly what to do. I got the hang of it about a quarter of the way and had so much fun.
When we got to the end of the trail, we tied off the horses, grabbed our lunch from the saddle bags, and climbed up a small hill. The waterfall was so intimate and serene, with many places to sit and enjoy its beauty. It was fascinating to hear about the geological history of the land as we listened to the crystal clear water pass over the rocks.
I highly recommend any trail ride experience at Spirit Reins. The people and animals are so lovely and kind. It was the most special and precious memory for me and my daughter. When we come back to Nova Scotia we will absolutely visit again.
Thank you Karen and Bre!
Written August 3, 2023
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scubashe
Halifax354 contributions
Sept 2021
My husband gave me a gift certificate for Christmas and because of covid we had to move this ahead a few times, but it was SO worth it! Beautiful horses and really awesome people and you can tell they really care for these lovely animals that are clearly part of the family. The incredible ride along the ocean floor once the tide was out was amazing, the sun was setting as we came back with beautiful ocean views, we saw fossils and were able have an up close experience with the most incredible geography in Nova Scotia along with having our minds blown by the highest tides in the world. All levels of riders are welcome and they really will tailor an adventure specifically to accomodate everyone, I cannot recommend this enough.
Written September 8, 2021
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Douglas B
Dartmouth, Canada2 contributions
Oct 2020
We had a great riding experience! Our 11 year old daughter loves horses and she had a lot of fun; Karen and Bill, the owners, are very experienced and make you feel like family. The riding adventure we did was to Ward's Falls and it was spectacular; even better riding on those beautiful Horses. The horses were a pleasure to ride and well mannered. Thank you Karen and Bill for the riding tips and the history you shared with us on this ride; your knowledge of the area added a special touch to our experience. Looking forward to other riding adventures and will be back! The Parrsboro area is very beautiful sitting for riding adventures; a lot to explore. Enjoy the horses, the ride, the scenery, the history and the stories Karen and Bill will share of the area as you ride. We highly recommend "Spirit Reins Ranch" for your riding adventures.
Written October 20, 2020
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Thank you very much We enjoyed meeting and riding with you and your family
Written October 22, 2020
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Paul M
5 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
I am not going to say anything that hasn’t been said already but we did the beach ride and we are complete beginners and it was a great experience. We were doing a mini tour of Maritime Canada and wanted to try something different so were lucky to get a booking that suited our time in Parrsboro. Bill and Faith were our hosts plus three guests of mixed experience. The horses (Dewy for me) were so well behaved and had obviously done it before so knew the route and also how to keep beginners at ease. We were out for 3 hours which took us on forest paths, the beach and hearing Bill’s (entertaining) stories. Being from the UK we were hoping we might see a bear on our ride and did see evidence they had been about. We did manage to see one from the car the next day on a country road just north of Parrsboro so our holiday mission was complete!
Written June 4, 2024
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Isabelle C
Memramcook, NB8 contributions
Aug 2020
This horseback riding adventure was amazing! The owners Bill and Karen are fantastic people and Vivian, one of their employees, was the sweetest person ever. We were welcomed at their ranch like if we had been friends forever with warm hearts and a perfect sense of humor. The horses were fantastic and well behaved. We felt safe riding with them and we enjoyed it so much that we will return with friends. I strongly recommend Spirit Reins Ranch to be added to your vacation plans for a perfect outdoor activity.
Written August 10, 2020
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Thank you for choosing us to be part of your vacation! We are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time. :) Karen, Bill and Vivian
Written August 11, 2020
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Lindsay F
Moncton4 contributions
Jul 2021
Such an amazing experience, we went for a trail ride through the woods and across a river! The owners and guide were so good and teaching us the ropes, and ensuring we were safe and comfortable on the horses - which is so important for beginner riders. We saw amazing views of the area, leaving me wanting to come back again to experience a different trail. The owners are constantly exploring and creating new trails and adventures - I can't wait to return! The horses, each with their own personality, were all so wonderful!
Written August 2, 2021
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Angela H
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
We had an amazing time. Two of our party had never ridden before but Karen was wonderful and so patient with teaching them. They were given two lovely gentle horses to ride who were perfect and made them feel comfortable. We took the three hour tour through the woods down to the beach and enjoyed every minute of it. Karen had lots of knowledge about the area and cliffs. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed it (even the novice riders) and would absolutely do it again.
Written October 6, 2023
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April K
5 contributions
Jun 2022
If you truly want a beautiful experience on horseback, you need to book an excursion with Spirit Reins Ranch. The horses are beautiful and you can tell they love what they do. The staff is informative and make the experience so much fun! We had the best time riding on the ocean floor, cutting in a brand new trail and all the other firsts we experienced! This was the first of many trips we will have with the beauties at spirit ranch!
Written June 13, 2022
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LT
Halifax, Canada8 contributions
Jul 2021
We arrived in a group of 10 very inexperienced riders and left feeling like we could work on the fictional "yellowstone ranch". Karen, Bill and Vivian took such great care of us, teaching us the fundamentals so that we could get on a trail and enjoy the beauty of the hills of Parrsboro with the most spectacular views. We laughed and breathed deeper to take it all in and have the most fantastic memories from such a wonderful experience, can't wait to do it again!
Written July 30, 2021
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Andrew K
Kenora, Canada17 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Very friendly and accommodative staff! The horses were great and our tour guide was full of tips and pointers on how best to handle the horses and she made sure we did not miss any sights along the way. We did the 2 hour tidal floor ride and that was the perfect length. If you book this tour, ask to ride “Chance.”
Written August 19, 2022
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What's it cost and how far in advance do we have to make reservations, for late July?
Written May 26, 2019
Hello,
Thank you for your inquiry into our horseback riding tours. We offer many different options for trail riding tours from one hour leisurely rides to 5 hours and over night camp trips. Please go to our website and select Trail Riding Adventures to see the options available and choose what best suits you! Prices are listed with each tour.
Spirit Reins Ranch
Written May 28, 2019
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