Attractions - Horseback & Carriage
Five Oaks Riding Stables: Scenic Journeys Through the Smokies' Backcountry
Hidden Gems
Nature Lovers
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Five Oaks Riding Stables, on the Parkway across from Tanger Outlets in Sevierville, offers guided horseback trail rides. The standard ride lasts about one hour and follows a 3.5-mile trail past winding streams and mountain vistas with an experienced guide. Children ages 3 to 5 can ride double with someone 16 or older, and riders 6 and up can ride on their own with adult supervision. The stables also offer a three-hour zipline and horseback package with Adventure Park at Five Oaks. Advance reservations are recommended, especially during busy spring and fall seasons.
The Smoky Mountains have a long tradition of horseback riding as a mode of transport and recreation. Early settlers and Cherokee people used horses extensively to navigate the rugged terrain. The geology here is defined by ancient sandstone and shale formations, carved over millennia into rolling hills and valleys. Today, horseback riding connects visitors to this heritage, providing a slower, more intimate way to appreciate the region’s diverse flora and fauna.
Visitors can expect a relaxed, scenic experience, often accompanied by knowledgeable guides who share insights about local wildlife, plants, and history. Trails wind through shaded hardwood forests and open meadows, offering plenty of opportunities for photography and wildlife spotting. Many riders appreciate the chance to disconnect from technology and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the forest while on horseback.
No. Rides are led by an experienced guide, and no riding experience is needed.
The standard trail ride lasts about one hour on a 3.5-mile trail. A zipline and horseback package takes about three hours.
Yes. The minimum age is 3. Children ages 3 to 5 ride double with someone 16 or older, and riders 6 and up can ride single with adult supervision.
Wear long pants, closed-toe shoes with a heel, and bring weather-appropriate layers.
No. Guided rides at Five Oaks use the stables’ horses.
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