Horseback Riding

Out west experience, back east convenience

Horseback Riding at  Marriott Ranch


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Enjoy the out-west atmosphere with back-east convenience for some of the finest western-style horseback riding in the area. Located just fifty miles west of the Capital Beltway, the Marriott Ranch offers a variety of horse-related activities, none more popular than our ninety-minute trail rides across parts of our beautiful 4,200-acre working cattle ranch. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, riders will enjoy themselves whether riding through pastures, across creeks, and through peaceful woods.
Marriott Ranch Trail Rides are operated by The Natural Connection INC. To read more about our horseback riding programs, please go to: www.thenaturalconnectioninc.com

If you already know what type of ride you would like to book, please press the blue BOOK RESERVATION NOW link.

*All reservations are made on-line and are confirmed through a confirmation email. We're unable to accommodate "walk-ins". 
*For any further questions, special requests or inquiries, please email [email protected] or call 540-364-3741
    1. Guided Trail
  • Corporate Equine Activities
  • Special Event Rides
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Interested in an extended stay here at the ranch? Call 540-364-2627 for availability at the Bed and Breakfast and email [email protected] to set up multiple days of memorable riding experiences!

Guided Semi-Private Group Trail Ride
$90/person 

Join up to 15 other riders for a 60 minute, all walk trail ride through streams, woods and open valleys.  Fantastic option for any level rider, particularly beginners.  90 minute process includes mounting, instruction, trail ride and dismount.
Subject to availability
 All trail rides require advance reservations. Visit The Natural Connection for more information and bookings.

Private Guided Trail Ride
$120/PERSON 

90 minute experience includes mounting, instruction, trail ride and dismount, a wrangler will take you and your private party out to see more of the ranch, with the possibility of adjusting the ride to the lowest level of riders experience. A better option for folks with riding experience  not wanting to ride with the public.
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Subject to availability  
All trail rides require advance reservations Please visit our  website, www.thenaturalconnectioninc.com for more detailed information and reservations.
(Prices are subject to change yearly.)
Picnic lunches are available for purchase. Please fax your order to 540-354-3564 or call 877-324-7344x3 to order.
*Children must be at least 10 years of age to ride.
Interested in an extended stay here at the ranch? Call 540-364-2627 for availability at the Bed and Breakfast and email [email protected] to set up multiple days of memorable riding experiences!

Circles for Success - A corporate Leadership Program*
Contact for customized quote:  www.thenaturalconnectioninc.com

Corporate retreats focus on Leadership. How do horses relate to leadership?
Horses have an inexplicable ability to read people. Do you know how they do it? Beyond basic survival instincts, the life of a horse is governed by hierarchy: a herd environment with leaders holding many different roles. Each day, those leaders battle to maintain their roles. However, those "battles" are not won verbally, by undermining one another, a battle of wills, or through bullying. Everything is established through the clear and concise use of body language. Why? Leadership can be examined through the focus of many lenses including self reflection, taking charge, leading from behind, home dynamics, establishing expectations, etc.

Through Circles For Success, your team will learn how body language in the horse world can directly translate and be relatable to the body language of humans in the corporate world. Retreats can focus on anything you'd like. Remember, you are running the show, and we are here to help facilitate with the use of horses and our beautiful location.

Available only by request and subject to availability. Contact Ms. Jean at 540-364-3741 and at [email protected] for one day retreats 

Contact Kelley Moss at 540-364-2627 or [email protected] for Corporate Retreats with accommodations. 

 All trail rides require advance reservations. Visit The Natural Connection for more information and bookings.
*Children must be at least 16 years of age.

Don't miss these specialty rides!

Interested in an extended stay here at the ranch? Call 540-364-2627 for availability at the Bed and Breakfast and email [email protected] to set up multiple days of memorable riding experiences!
2024 -DINNER RIDES
Saturday, May 11th       Saturday, June 1st
3:00pm-6:30pm -(arrive at Trail Headquarters at 2;30pm)
Enjoy a guided horseback ride to our Old West Town location for a steak dinner with all the trimmings and live guitar music before a return ride to trail headquarters. $150.00 per person plus tax. 

Call 540-364-3741 for reservations and details.

TRAIL DAYS AND RODEO NIGHTS PACKAGES
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2924 Dates coming soon
Includes:
One night of lodging for two guests
Rodeo tickets for two to The Rafter Z Rodeo at The Fauquier County Fair in Warrenton, Virginia
Rodeo tickets for two to The Bull Ride Mania Rodeo at The Warren County Fair in Front Royal, Virginia-
Hearty Country Breakfast for two
90 Minute Guided Trail Ride Experience for two -9am on July 15 or August 3rd
​Picnic Basket to go
$535.00 per couple plus taxes/Double Occupancy
Call 540-364-2627 for details and reservations

*For private groups of ten or more, contact Kelley Moss ​,[email protected]
Equestrian Vacation A La Carte:
Create a vacation that suits  you,  your family or groups needs, book accommodations at the ranch's Inn at Fairfield Farm,  www.marriottranch.com  (or other area B & B's) and we will help you schedule a fun-filled equestrian vacation! Ride for days, enjoy the horses, saturate the atmosphere, and leave feeling refreshed!
All guests must qualify to ride. To see the list of qualifications and read  about our programs in more detail, please go to:
www.naturalconnectioninc.com
Email:[email protected]
GPS Alert! Please see our direct & map for driving directions. Some GPS devices prefer the "back way" - a LONG way!
Trail Barn Address:
4439 Fiery Run Road,
Linden, Virginia, 22642
Maximum weight limit is 220 pounds. We require all of our riders to sign a release form prior to riding. Please click here for a copy of our Trail Ride Release.
Marriott Ranch &
​Inn at Fairfield Farm

5305 Marriott Lane
Hume, VA 22639
877-324-7344 (Toll-free)
540-364-2627 (Office)
540-364-3564 (Fax)
540-364-2627 (Sales)

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