Nestled behind West Baden Springs Hotel, The Stables at French Lick Resort is open daily 9am to 4pm and is home to 27 horses who have each been carefully selected and trained by our stables manager for a minimum of two years. Among them are trail horses for the 6+ miles of scenic horseback riding trails, the resort’s two carriage horses and ponies that provide rides for the little ones. The Stables also features a gift shop with western-style items and souvenirs.
The Stables Pavilion
Complimentary
Come and get a close-up with our "mane" man! Pepsi is a full-grown miniature horse who is our mascot at The Stables, and you can meet him and snap a photo. Bring your own camera and take your own pictures with Pepsi free of charge. He is known for his friendliness and loves attention, so stop by and say hello!
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
8:15am
The Stables at French Lick Resort • $30 per person
Reservations required: (812) 936-5546
Rise, shine, and go behind the scenes as the stars of our stables begin their day. Watch the morning routine of the horses as they come in from the pasture to be fed, brushed and saddled up for their “work day.” You’ll also have the chance to meet some of our 27 horses and have questions answered by our stables staff. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
The Stables at French Lick Resort • $10
Reservations required: (812) 936-5546
For a firsthand glimpse of what life is like in our Stables, we’ll show you the ropes. Stop by The Stables and meet some of our 27 horses, learn about the operations and have any of your questions answered by our Stables staff. Saddle up for a look behind the scenes! Tours are unavailable from noon - 1pm.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
Take in the sights of French Lick Resort by daylight or twilight with a private horse-drawn carriage ride. Snuggle close to loved ones for a romantic getaway or evening of family bonding, and enjoy the resort's beauty and iconic landscape while listening to the gentle clip-clop of our carriage horses.
West Baden Springs Hotel
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday
4pm - 9pm
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French Lick Springs Hotel
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday
4pm - 9pm
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Rides last 20-25 minutes. You can reserve your carriage ride by calling (844) 602-5248 from 9am – 4pm. Reservations are available on the half hour. Tickets can be purchased directly from the carriage driver if a ride has not been reserved.
1-2 Guests • $80
3-4 Guests • $110
For 5 or more guests. please call (812) 936-5546
Carriage rides are weather permitting.
Carriage Rides WaiverExperience the beauty and serenity of southern Indiana while horseback riding through 6+ miles of picturesque trails bordering the Hoosier National Forest. While on horseback, keep an eye out for red-tail hawks, deer, turkeys and other Indiana wildlife. The Stables at French Lick Resort are open 7 days a week.
The Stables at French Lick Resort offer guided trail rides ranging in length from 45 to 90 minutes and pony rides for children under 8 years old. Riders of all skill levels are welcome, and our staff can accommodate guests with special needs. Each guest is matched to a horse that is the best fit for them.
Book Online Options & RatesHorseback Riding WaiverThe Stables at French Lick Resort • $35 per child
Visit The Stables at French Lick Resort for kid-friendly fun! Nothing beats the sights and sounds of children enjoying their first pony ride. All young cowboys and cowgirls receive colorful souvenir bandanas as part of their stables experience. Approximate length of ride is 10 minutes. Pony rides are unavailable from noon - 1pm.
The driveway to the Stables at French Lick Resort is located in the back of the self-parking lot of the West Baden Springs Hotel. Follow the signs at the end of the brick drive or take the complimentary French Lick Resort shuttle.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
The Gift Shop at The Stables offers a variety of horse and Western related merchandise. There’s something for cowboys and cowgirls of all ages—from plush horses of every color and size to bandanas and logoed t-shirts. Other popular items include pictures frames, toys and kids’ cowboy hats. After your trail or pony rides, pick up a souvenir to complete your visit to The Stables at French Lick Resort.
