Google reviewers rate Hidden Palms Ranch five stars based on 425 reviews, highlighting guided horseback rides through scenic trails featuring sunflowers and swamps. Customers frequently praise the friendly, knowledgeable staff and well-trained, gentle horses that accommodate both beginners and experienced riders. While most feedback is positive, a few low-star reviews criticize the handling of specific booking issues, citing unfriendly phone interactions and unresolved problems regarding missing photographs and ride duration from a premium package.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 425 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 426 Google reviews (374 with written comments, 131 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 56% of reviews.
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Aleksandr PetrishinLocal Guide · 10 reviews
★★★★★
An Incredible and Romantic Experience! 🐎❤️
What an incredible experience! I surprised my wife with an anniversary gift at Hidden Palms Ranch, and it exceeded all our expectations!
The ranch is absolutely beautiful, with charming décor, impeccably clean stables, wonderful staff, and the sweetest, most well-behaved horses. Our horseback ride was fantastic, taking us through beautiful jungle trails, open fields, and even some muddy adventures! Along the way, we enjoyed great conversations and learned so much about the surroundings from our tour guide Hailey.
What made the experience truly unforgettable was the kindness of the owner, Becky. After our ride, she generously offered us a place to enjoy the lunch we had brought. She even set up a picnic table and an umbrella so we could relax, enjoy our meal, and take in the beautiful scenery.
It was such a thoughtful gesture that made our anniversary even more special and romantic!
The entire team was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the horses were clearly well cared for, happy, and loved. You can tell that the people here genuinely care about their animals and the experience they provide to their guests.
If you’re looking for something unique, peaceful, romantic, and memorable, I highly recommend Hidden Palms Ranch. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and we’re so grateful to Becky and her team for making our anniversary so special. We will definitely be back! ❤️
Response from the owner · 2 days ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad you had a special anniversary celebration, and even more glad we could be a part of it!
I have booked rides with Beki many times and every time has been so much fun, relaxing, and beautiful scenery. Beki and all of her guides are wonderful and her horses are healthy and beautiful. I would highly recommend coming here if you love to be on the back of a horse and want to breathe in beautiful old Florida. Anytime spent here is good for the soul.
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you Terri! It’s always a pleasure to have you out!
Wonderful experience. The horse was great and the guides were very nice. The views of the oak trees and sunflowers were unbelievable. We will be coming back soon and bringing the family.
A local gem! We did the sunflower ride and it was beautiful! Being in the middle of it all was so picturesque. The guides were amazing, the horses were great, all around awesome experience! We will be back!
Had a great time. Super nice staff and well trained horses. I have never ridden a horse and my horse told me what to do! The flowers were amazing! You need to experience this wonderful place!
Response from the owner · a week ago
So glad you enjoyed your ride with us Michael! We hope to have you out again!
What an amazing time and experience! I’m so happy we were able to get out and see the sunflowers 🌻 this morning! If you have a chance put this on your bucket list to do next year. Thank you so much to Hayley and Macyn for being great guides. Sawyer gave me an adventure to remember 😊
Amazing experience. We came for the wild sunflower ride and when we got there we had a ton of rain. We all patiently waited and had a great time doing that with our guides and horses. We waited for it to slow a bit before taking off. A absolutely beautiful ride, phenomenal guides, patient and sweet horses. Don't let the rain stop you! Dress for it, its a experience not many people get. We cant wait to talk about our little adventure years to come in the rain, making our way through the wild sunflowers on some horses. Dont miss your opportunity. See ya'll next year rain or shine!
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Had such a great ride with you guys! Thanks for sticking with us rain or shine!
What an amazing experience! I surprised my 13 yr old daughter with a wild flower trail ride and it did not disappoint. It had rained all morning and I was afraid that it would get cancelled but the ride was still on! I’m so glad we didn’t let the weather stop us.The ride was absolutely perfect, and the field of wildflowers was breathtaking. We got a little wet, but it only made the adventure even more memorable. The owner, Beki, was so friendly, patient and fun. My daughter, a first time rider, loved it and will never forget it. If it's raining, don't let it stop you...the experience is totally worth it!
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you Lorry! It was so much fun, even in the rain! I’m so glad you and Luna got to experience it!
We had a great time on the sunflower ride and will definitely be back to experience their other rides too. The property is amazing, the people are fantastic and the horses are well cared for. This was a great experience!