Connemara RanchMalibu

Private ocean view rides, one party at a time.

Your party, Talley and Kevin, and 1.5 hours on the ocean view trails of Zuma Canyon, by appointment every day from 10 AM to 6 PM.

The rides.

Every ride is private and by appointment, for one to five riders who know each other.

A rider on a bay horse above the ocean haze

Private Ocean View Trail Ride

Great for couples, a luxury experience · 1.5 hours · one to five riders · ages 10 and up · $250 per rider

A rider heading toward the sunset

Sunset ride

The same private trail at golden hour · $300 per rider

Five riders in the wildflowers

Celebration rides

Birthdays, anniversaries, proposals; tell Talley the plan and she builds the ride around it.

Prices and availability on the booking calendar. Rides are prepaid to confirm, with a 48 hour cancellation policy to reschedule or refund.

What comes with every ride.

No tour groups and no strangers, just your party on the trail with two guides who know the canyon.

Riders on the ridge above the ocean

Your own two guides

Talley and Kevin ride along on every ride.

Three riders on the trail under a blue sky

A horse matched to you

Talley pairs every rider with the right horse, first timers included.

A rider on a palomino in the rocky canyon

Instruction as you go

You are talked through it from the first step up the canyon.

Four riders with the mountains behind

Photos along the way

Talley takes pictures and videos during the ride and sends them to you at the end.

Moments from the trail.

From the ranch, up Zuma Canyon and out to the ocean views above Zuma Beach.

Riders on the rocks under a dramatic sky
Over the rocks under a big sky
The wildflower trail between the horse's ears
Wildflowers between the ears
Riders on the trail in morning light
Morning light on the trail
The ocean ahead between the horse's ears
The ocean straight ahead
A rider at golden hour in the canyon

Who can ride.

  • Riders 10 and up.
  • Weight limit 200 lbs, with height and weight proportionate.
  • Long pants and sturdy closed shoes.
  • Instruction is in English.
  • Experienced riders can ask Talley for a more advanced ride.
  • Private rides for anyone with horse anxiety or a physical, mental or emotional challenge.
  • A first ride at 60 or older, or a return after decades away, is a private ride.

Not sure? Call Talley, she will tell you straight.

Call (619) 518 5828

Pick your day on the trail.

Plan it with Talley in five quick steps, or reserve straight on the booking calendar.

CallPlan your ride