Welcome to Mountain View Equestrian
Mountain View Equestrian: Western Horseback Riding Lessons in Golden, CO
From Nervous Beginner to Confident Rider - Step by Step - Fun, Safe, and Confidence-Building for All Ages
Discover Mountain View Equestrian
What We Stand By
At Mountain View Equestrian, our philosophy goes beyond teaching people how to ride well—we’re dedicated to helping riders grow into the best riders and people possible. Located in the scenic foothills of Golden, Colorado, we offer quality and affordable horseback riding lessons that are perfect for those seeking a horseback riding experience in a supportive and welcoming environment while avoiding the pressure of constantly being watched by others.
We believe that horses are incredible teachers. Through horseback riding lessons, students build confidence, patience, responsibility, and a deeper sense of connection. Our program is grounded in respect—for the horse, for ourselves, and for each other—and we prioritize the safety and well-being of both horse and rider in everything we do.
Whether you’re stepping into the saddle for the first time or continuing your riding journey through Mountain View Equestrian's horse riding program, we strive to create a down-to-earth space where riders of all ages feel comfortable, encouraged, and inspired to embrace the Western lifestyle.
Meet Your Instructor!
Abigail founded Mountain View Equestrian at 13 with one goal: to share her passion for horses with her community through quality and affordable horseback riding experiences in a personalized setting. Now 18, she teaches each and every lesson with warmth, patience, and an easygoing energy that instantly makes riders from Denver, Golden, and surrounding areas feel comfortable.
Whether you're a complete beginner or have years of experience in the saddle, you'll always feel welcome here. At Mountain View Equestrian, Abigail's students don’t just learn to ride; they build confidence, responsibility, and a lasting bond with horses, while gaining in-depth knowledge about horses and riding in a friendly, supportive environment. Experience the joy of mountain view horse riding and discover your love for horseback riding in the foothills of Golden.
Our Core Values
At Mountain View Equestrian, we believe that learning to ride should be fun, hands-on, and productive each and every lesson, no exceptions based on age or skill level. That’s why our lessons and events go beyond just being in the saddle—we teach grooming, groundwork, horsemanship, and the everyday realities of life with horses, making Mountain View Equestrian's horse riding programs an enriching experience.
At Mountain View Equestrian, we are more than just a lesson program; we are a community of riders. We strive to build lasting friendships, create positive memories, and foster meaningful experiences that our riders carry with them long after they dismount. Our goal is for every rider to feel supported, proud of their progress, and excited to return each lesson to learn, grow, and share in the joy that horses bring to our lives, making horseback riding and horse time truly special.
Hear from Happy Families
We are so grateful to have found Abigail and Mountain View Equestrian! My kids attended summer camp last year and absolutely loved it—it was the perfect blend of fun, community, outdoor adventure, and hands‑on learning with horses.
We also hosted my daughter’s birthday party there, and it was truly wonderful. Sweet, memorable, and such a special experience for her and her friends.
Now my daughter has started weekly lessons with Abigail, and it has been amazing to watch her skills and confidence grow. Abigail is an exceptional instructor—she teaches both the technical and intuitive aspects of riding, emphasizes proper horse care, and creates such a positive, encouraging environment. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend Mountain View Equestrian!
Mountain View Equestrian has been such a wonderful experience for our daughter. Over the past year, Abigail has helped her grow tremendously in both her riding skills and confidence. She is patient, encouraging, and a fantastic role model. We especially admire the passion and dedication she brings as a young entrepreneur. The horses are all gentle and wonderful with our daughter, and spending time at the barn truly fills both our buckets with our shared love of horses. My daughter looks forward to every lesson, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the positive impact Abigail has had on her. We highly recommend Mountain View Equestrian to any family looking for a supportive and positive place to learn to ride.
We had such a wonderful experience with Abigail this summer! Our daughter took horseback riding lessons with her, and we couldn’t have asked for a better instructor.
Abigail is incredibly patient, responsible, and wonderful with kids. Ophelia had some fears and hesitations around riding, and Abigail never rushed her or made her feel uncomfortable. Instead, she took the time to build Ophelia’s confidence at her own pace, always encouraging her with kindness and patience.
It’s especially impressive to see someone so young take on the responsibility of running her own business, and Abigail handles it with such maturity and professionalism. She clearly has a genuine love for horses and for helping kids learn.
We would absolutely recommend Abigail to anyone looking for a patient, responsible, and encouraging riding instructor.
Abigail is an incredible riding instructor and a lovely human being. She is patient, calm, and knowledgeable, and in just a few lessons, we saw significant improvement in our daughter’s riding ability. I cannot recommend her services strongly enough.
My daughter has been taking lessons with Abigail over the past year, and has grown so much in her skill level and confidence during that time. Abigail is such a patient instructor who takes time to explain things while meeting each rider where they're at and helping them grow. My daughter has also participated in summer camp with Abigail, and loves her experience there so much she recently chose to hold her 12th birthday party at the ranch!
Discover the Mountain View Equestrian Home
Welcome to Mountain View Equestrian! We are a small, family-friendly horseback riding lesson barn based out of Golden, Colorado, just a few minutes outside downtown Golden, Evergreen, Denver, Lakewood, Arvada, and nearby cities.
At this time, we are not taking on any new clients as we have a very full schedule! Please still feel free to reach out; just know we may or may not have space in the coming months for you!
We are currently looking to do some more photography sessions - especially as the beautiful fall weather comes upon us! Please reach out to get on the schedule!