Walt Disney World offers so many great recreational experiences including horseback riding, pony rides, carriage rides plus an idealistic holiday sleigh ride experience. These experiences are all located at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground for any guest to enjoy, not just campground guests.
Tri-Circle-D Ranch is the name of the horse stables at Fort Wilderness and are open for all guests to tour to see the horses and view the historical Disney gallery which includes an unique piece of Disney history!
I visit Walt Disney World frequently and have spent time exploring all the sports and recreation options including the stables at Fort Wilderness Resort. Keep reading for our full breakdown of all the experiences available at Tri-Circle-D Ranch including pricing, how to book, and the limited time Christmas sleigh rides.
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Tri-Circle-D Ranch Location and Hours
The Tri-Circle-D Ranch is split into two locations at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.
- The stable near the Settlement area of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. All guests can walk through the area and visit the horses. This is also the location where pony rides will depart from.
- The Trail Blaze Corral is located at the Main Entrance to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. When checking in for horseback riding, visit the building with the large Tri-Circle-D Ranch sign near the Main Outpost parking lot.
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How to Book Disney World Horseback Riding
Advance reservations are highly recommended for all Disney stable experiences and can be made online or via the My Disney Experience app. Reservations can made be made 60 days in advance.
Same-day reservations and walk-ins are accepted on a limited basis, and are subject to availability.
Pony rides and wagon rides are only available on a walk-in basis. I recommend showing up at opening for the best chance for these experiences.
How to Book Holiday Sleigh Rides
The holiday sleigh rides are one of the most popular Disney Christmas experiences! More information will be announced at the end of 2024 on how to book this seasonal experience. Bookings fill up almost immediately since these sleigh rides are so limited.
Disney World Horseback Riding
Horseback riding at Walt Disney World is available for guests ages 9 and up and features a scenic trailer ride filled with deer, ducks, armadillos and rabbits.
The trail ride is perfect for beginner and intermediate riders. The horses are well trained to keep an easy, walking pace as guests explore the natural areas around Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds.
These 45-minute horseback trail rides are $65 per person. Reservations are recommended and closed-toe shoes with a back strap are required. Riders must be over 48 inches tall and weigh under 250 pounds.
Pony Rides at Disney World
Kids can enjoy pony rides at Tri-Circle-D Ranch! Riders must be at least 3 years of age, under 80 pounds, no taller than 48 inches and able to hang on by themselves. A parent or guardian must lead the pony at all times.
Pony rides are available during regular hours with the last ride of the day 30 minutes prior to closing. No reservations are needed for pony rides. Pony rides are $10 per person.
Disney World Carriage Rides
Carriage rides are available at both Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and Disney's Port Orleans-Riverside Resort.
Horse-drawn carriage rides are 25 minutes long and can fit up to 4 adults, or 2 adults and 3 small children.
Each horse-drawn carriage ride costs $65.
Holiday Sleigh Rides- Limited Time Experience
The holiday carriage rides are one of the most popular features at this stable. The stable will be decked out with decorations and guests can experience a seasonal sleigh ride which is still magical even if it lacks the snow!
Holiday sleigh rides are available December 1 through December 30. This experience is not available on December 24. Sleighs fit up to 4 adults, or 2 adults and 3 small children.
Each 25-minute Holiday Sleigh Ride costs $80.
Booking a sleigh ride is a magical addition to your Walt Disney World Christmas trip! Guests staying at the Fort Wilderness Campground typically go all out for the holidays so this scenic ride is even better with the combination of both Disney's holiday decor and the decor the guests bring.
Walt Disney World Horse Breeds
There are many different breeds of horses that live at Tri-Circle-D Ranch, including Appaloosas, Arabians, Belgians, Clydesdales, Percherons and Quarter Horses, plus Shetland Ponies.
This ranch is home to more than 90 of the horses at Walt Disney World!
Tri-Circle-D Ranch Disney History
Tri-Circle-D Ranch features a few moments for guests to learn about the history and legacy Disney has with its horses. Guests interested in Disney history might want to make time to stop by the ranch to see these historical artifacts.
Easily the most impressive is the historical Dragon Calliope which is available for viewing in the stable location.
The Dragon Calliope is a horse-drawn musical instrument purchased by Walt Disney himself for the Mickey Mouse Club Circus Parade at Disneyland Park in the 1950s. There is even a button guests can push next to the display that will play the same tune that this carriage plays.
There is also a small gallery at Tri-Circle-D Ranch that features the history of all the Walt Disney World horses plus a drawing from Walt Disney himself with a horse as a young boy.
The history of Walt Disney and horses goes back to the beginning and the stable does a nice job of highlighting this important piece of history.
Guests can also view the bridles the horses wear for different events and parades along with a treasure chest full of all the accessories the horses get to wear!
Tri-Circle-D Ranch showcases an important part of Disney history and the legacy Disney has for its horses. You can easily see the devotion and care the cast members at this stable show for their horses.
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Disney Horseback Riding FAQs
Yes, there is an option for horseback riding at Walt Disney World that includes trail riding through the scenic Fort Wilderness Resort. Smaller guests can also enjoy pony rides at this location too.
Yes, anyone can come view the ranch and see the Disney galleries and history plus meet the horses. This experience is available to anyone, not just resort guests at Fort Wilderness.
Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds is where the main Tri-Circle-D Ranch stable is located offering trail rides, pony rides, and more. Carriage rides are also available at Port Orleans- Riverside Resort.
Carriage rides at Disney World cost $65 and carriages fit up to 4 adults, or 2 adults and 3 small children.
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