aEnjoy the Ozarks in a way you'll never forget! The hills aren't nearly as intimidating when your four-legged partner does all the work. And when you're sitting up on horseback, you get an even better view of the wonderful scenery.

Try these riding stables. You'll be glad you did!

Red Bud Stables

(479) 253-6556

email klamath@arkansas.net

Take U.S. Hwy. 62 east to Rock House Road

(CR 302), then south a half mile.

This is Eureka Springs' longest-running trail ride. Children, honeymooners, adults and groups welcome. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Ozarks over varied terrain on a private wildlife preserve tucked in the hollows just minutes from the heart of town. The horses are recognized in the area as being especially well cared for and dependable. Guides are knowledgeable in the native plant and animal life and enjoy sharing what they know. Bring camera and binoculars!

Dinner Bell Ranch and Resort Riding Stables

(800) 684-3324, (479) 253-2900

email: info@dinnerbellranchandresort.com

Take U.S. Hwy. 62 east to Rock House Road

(CR 302), then south four and a half miles.

Dinner Bell Ranch and Resort is a wilderness riding adventure for young and old, experienced or novice.

Rides range from 1 hour to full day rides. You can even go on a Saddle and Paddle ride. Ride one hour on horseback at the ranch. Then head on down to the Kings River, where your canoe will be waiting for you.

You can also select a Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner Ride. On this hour long ride you will stop at a rustic campsite high on a ridge overlooking Winona Valley. Enjoy an old fashioned cowboy cook-out and visit with some real cowboys. After your meal, you will have a leisurely ride back to the ranch. The entire trip takes about 2 hours.

Steve's Stables

(479) 253-5877

email: innkeeper@pondmountainlodge.com

From U.S. Hwy. 62, take Arkansas Hwy. 23 two miles south.

Steve's Stables on Pond Mountain offers guided trail rides on the highest mountain in the county. Wonderful, scenic trails, gentle riding horses and fun for all. The activities at Pond Mountain Lodge and Resort also include hiking trails, two stocked fishing ponds, a large heated swimming pool, billiards room and plenty of outdoor play and relaxation on a spectacular 150 acres!

Bear Mountain Riding Stables

(479) 253-6990

email: bearmt@mynewroads.com

Take U.S. Hwy. 62 West 15 miles, and look for the

large carved bear at the entrance.

With 30 acres of woods and wildlife, the folks at Bear Mountain say, "We do it all!" That includes a variety of ride packages, hay rides, weddings, and dude weekends. They have a western gift shop, offering knives, saddles, and spurs.

Hidden Valley Guest Ranch & Trail Rides

(888) 443-3368

email: getaway@hiddenvalleyguestranch.com

Take U.S. Hwy. 62 West 15 miles, and turn left

onto Hidden Valley Ranch Road.

These 650 acres of pristine Ozark mountains and valleys provide many opportunities to get away from it all.

Horses are available to riders at any level of experience. Your Trail Boss guides riders through the most gorgeous parts of the Ranch. Take the one hour Canyon Ride, or maybe even a Challenge Ride, which goes even deeper into the ranch acreage and lasts about two hours.