Camp Mather Rides will Resume Spring 2019
Located on the outskirts of the Yosemite valley through some of California's most scenic trails, Chaparral Ranch is guiding trail rides. A mountain ride experience you wont forget, Camp Mather horses are conveniently located just minutes off Highway 120 near the Yosemite basin, Evergreen lodge and Rush Creek. Watch for local wildlife on your ride and enjoy the amazing beauty and history of this majestic area. We offer many different rides to match your riding experience. Enjoy a breakfast or sunset ride and create family memories that you will treasure for years. Kids will love our pony rides and beginner rides. Come see us at the Camp Mather Corral. Please be advised that schedule changes depending on availability. It is best to plan in advance and come to our stable office to schedule or call our land line at 209-379-2350 or contact our Bay Area ranch at info@chaparralcorporation.com or call 408-726-8453. Remember we are out in the field a lot so please leave a message and we will call you back. Happy Trails!
Trail Rides
Breakfast Ride - Residents $80.00 | Non-resident $90.00
Breakfast ride Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. approximately 2 hours of riding through the beautiful forest and a hearty breakfast. Price per person
1 hour Trail Ride - Resident $50.00 | Non-resident $60.00
1 hour rides are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate 1 hour Trail Rides - Resident $50.00 | Non-resident $60.00
Intermediate 1 hr Trail Rides are weekedays, days vary from 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m.
½ hour Trail Ride for Children - Resident $30.00 | Non-resident $40.00
Offered Monday - Friday from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 and 1:30 p.m to 2:00 p.m.
45 minute Trail Ride Adult Beginner - Resident $40.00 | Non-Resident $50.00
Offered Monday-Friday from 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m
1 hour Sunset Trail Ride - Resident $50.00 | Non-resident $60.00
Offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
1 ½ hour Trail Ride - Resident $65.00 | Non-resident $75.00
Offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Pony Rides - Resident $1.00 per minute | Non-resident $1.50 per minute
Offered Monday-Friday walk in from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Note: We are closed on Saturday and we offer afternoon rides on Sunday
Breakfast ride Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. approximately 2 hours of riding through the beautiful forest and a hearty breakfast. Price per person
1 hour Trail Ride - Resident $50.00 | Non-resident $60.00
1 hour rides are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Intermediate 1 hour Trail Rides - Resident $50.00 | Non-resident $60.00
Intermediate 1 hr Trail Rides are weekedays, days vary from 3:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m.
½ hour Trail Ride for Children - Resident $30.00 | Non-resident $40.00
Offered Monday - Friday from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 and 1:30 p.m to 2:00 p.m.
45 minute Trail Ride Adult Beginner - Resident $40.00 | Non-Resident $50.00
Offered Monday-Friday from 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m
1 hour Sunset Trail Ride - Resident $50.00 | Non-resident $60.00
Offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
1 ½ hour Trail Ride - Resident $65.00 | Non-resident $75.00
Offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Pony Rides - Resident $1.00 per minute | Non-resident $1.50 per minute
Offered Monday-Friday walk in from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Note: We are closed on Saturday and we offer afternoon rides on Sunday
- Children must be 8 years old to go on trails
- Pony rides from 2 to 8 years old
- Longer rides can be arranged by calling us at (408) 726-8453 or coming to the corral office at camp Mather
- Anyone under 18 is required to wear a helmet, over 18 it is suggested
- Weight limit 230 lbs
- All rides are set to least experienced riders ability
- Everyone must sign a waiver
- Long pants and close toe shoes required
- 24 hour cancellation