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Things to Do

Trail Riding
Trail Riding

Taking a lesson at Parkside Acres
Riding Lessons

By the Camp Fire
Camp Fires

Fishing on the St. Mary River
Fishing

Golfing at Cranbrook Golf Course
Golfing

Kimberley - Ski and Snowboard
Ski Kimberley

Cross-country skiing
Cross Country Skiing

We offer guided horse back riding adventures on endless trails that offer incredible views. You will also have the opportunity to see abundant wildlife on your rides. Improve your equestrian skills in our large fenced outdoor riding ring with instruction from your host Barb, a certified riding instructor, specializing in dressage. We encourage you to view pictures of our horses and read their biographies. We take pride in knowing our animals are in superb condition and will offer you an unforgettable adventure (our riding season generally runs from April 15 to November 15).
>> click here for tips on what to wear riding

Relaxing while on the trail

Our executive styled home offers ideal, relaxing accommodation only minutes from the downtown core. We are located on five acres at the eastern edge of town just a few minutes from all amenities. Our private, treed and manicured acreage will provide you with an opportunity to unwind and relax in total comfort. Enjoy the vast outdoors in the privacy of your own sitting area, or join us on the back patio. In the evening, take a walk under clear, starry skies or join us around the campfire.

The back patio

While you're here, take in a golf game at the Cranbrook Municipal Golf Course just minutes away, or take advantage of our other local attractions, some of those being:

  • The Canadian Museum of Rail Travel - Home to the only remaining set of passenger rail cars from Canadian Pacific's 1929 Trans Canada Limited as well as other elaborately restored passenger cars.
  • Fort Steele Heritage Town - Offering over 60 restored and reconstructed buildings that represent the town as it was in its heyday over 100 years ago.
  • St. Eugene Mission - Is the oldest and largest historical structure in Southeastern British Columbia. The Mission also hosts the "Casino of the Rockies" and a championship golf course.
  • Winter Sports - If you're visiting us in the winter, enjoy the many cross country skiing trails nearby or visit the Kimberley Ski Hill only twenty five minutes away.
  • Dining and Shopping - While here, enjoy one of our many restaurants, pubs and shops. We will be happy to make suggestions and make any necessary reservations of your behalf.

Click here for links to these venues and others
Click here for a map of the area

Meet the Horses:

Martinique,
is a thirteen year old Dutch Warmblood mare who specializes in dressage.

Martinique

Alfonse
is a thirteen year old Canadian Standard Bred Cross who is comfortable in the ring with his students of all ages or out on the trails.

Alfonse and Sarah

Kohl
is an eight year old Canadian who is comfortable in the ring or out on the trails.

Kohl

Maddison
is an twelve year old paint mare also comfortable in the ring or out on the trails.

Maddison

Champ:(aka "Pon")
is a twenty-six year old welsh quarter horse cross who is our resident mascot!

Pon

Our 85 x 200' Sand Ring

Riding Ring

Barb and Fred Barbour
4400 - 13th Street South,
Cranbrook, B.C. Canada V1C 7A9

(250) 426-2661
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