Horseback Riding in Mississippi: Calm Horses, Petting Zoo

Slow rides with a wrangler leading, hand-feeding goats and chickens, and a miniature horse kids can lead themselves

Horseback riding in Mississippi at a 24,440 sq ft equestrian center where a wrangler leads each rider at a controlled pace, with helmets and tack provided. Kids and beginners ride one at a time while others walk alongside, hand-feed the goats and chickens, lead the miniature horse, and pet the friendly animals scattered across the property. The facility operates rain or shine in indoor and outdoor arenas, and overnight rental apartments overlook the riding arena and river views.

The experience

The rides move at your kids' pace. Wrangler Roger leads each horse while riders take turns one at a time: nobody is left to manage a horse alone. Folks waiting their turn walk alongside, take pictures, lead the miniature horse (which can carry up to 50 lbs), and hand-feed the goats, mini pigs, and chickens. The animals eat directly out of your hands. The ducks splash in a water area, and the pigs grunt as they move around the property. Safety comes first, then fun.

The 24,440 sq ft facility includes both indoor and outdoor arenas, so rides happen rain or shine. Horses are calm and happy here. They're used to being petted and groomed between rides. The miniature horse is especially patient with kids. Weight limits are 200 lbs for the regular horses and 50 lbs for the mini horse. Helmets and all tack are provided. A live guide speaks English and German.

The property sits on Mississippi riverfront with views of sunsets. If you're staying longer, overnight rental apartments overlook the indoor riding arena and the animals outside, so you can watch the horses and scenery from your window.

What’s included

• Horse tack and helmet for each rider.
• hand-feeding opportunities with goats, mini pigs, and chickens.
• access to pet and groom the horses and other animals.
• a live guide in English or German.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (3 to 17 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessible

Operated by Riverview Ranch and Resort

Is this one for you?The wrangler leads each horse and controls the pace, so kids and beginner adults ride safely without managing the animal themselves: the focus stays on comfort and fun rather than horsemanship.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 17 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What's the weight limit for riding?

Regular horses have a 200 lb maximum. The miniature horse carries up to 50 lbs. Both limits are firm for the safety of the animals.

Does the facility operate if it rains?

Yes. The 24,440 sq ft equestrian center includes a 60' x 160' indoor riding arena, so rides happen rain or shine.