#1
Los Padres Outfitters
“My sisters and I had a wonderful trip with Veronica. She was very knowledgeable about the area and the horses, and a great photographer. Super experience!” — Google review
Best Horse Care Services in Santa Barbara, CA
The 6 best-rated horse care services in Santa Barbara, CA average 4.8★ on Google across 1,091 reviews. Cannon Trails has the top rating (5.0★), and Circle Bar B Guest Ranch & Stables, Lodging and Events has the most reviews (355). Updated October 26, 2026.
6 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (1,091 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
#2
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch & Stables, Lodging and Events
“We had an amazing stay at Circle Bar B Guest Ranch and Stables with my wife! Such a beautiful and peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature. We absolutely loved the horseback riding, the food was delicious, and the…” — Google review
#3
Circle Bar B Horseback Riding Stables
“Great little tour for the whole family…if you’re lucky enough to get Phil as a tour guide you’re in for a treat. Man is full of stories and visdom. His lifestyle is now the life goal for our whole family.. The ranch…” — Google review
#4
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
“The first time ever watching a polo match. It was a pretty cool experience. I don't know too much about what a polo facility is supposed to look like, but this place was pretty nice and looked pretty well maintained.…” — Google review
#5
Cannon Trails
“My daughter has been taking lessons with Scott for about 1 1/2 years and thoroughly loves it! Not only has she gained so much more confidence with riding as her skill has improved immensely, but she has also been…” — Google review
#6
Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center
“Volunteering for Hearts is a joy. Tremendous mission, gracious team. It’s such a pleasure, sometimes I forget I’m doing an act of service.” — Google review
How we pick horse care services in Santa Barbara
We scan Google Maps for horse care service listings in and around Santa Barbara, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated horse care service in Santa Barbara?
Cannon Trails has the highest Google rating on our Santa Barbara list: 5.0 out of 5 from 27 reviews (as of October 26, 2026).
Which horse care service in Santa Barbara has the most reviews?
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch & Stables, Lodging and Events has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 355, with a 4.8★ average.
How are these horse care services chosen?
Only open Santa Barbara-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.