Saddle up for a peaceful two-hour guided trail ride through Florida’s Princess Place Preserve. Experience pristine nature and pioneer history on gentle horses suitable for all skill levels.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels including beginners; basic ability to sit and ride comfortably required.
Wildlife
History
The Princess Place Preserve was once a winter hunting retreat for wealthy pioneer families and remains a glimpse into Florida’s frontier days.
Conservation
The Preserve is actively managed to protect native habitats and promote wildlife corridors in a rapidly developing region.
Florida Agricultural Museum
Saddle up for a peaceful two-hour guided trail ride through Florida’s Princess Place Preserve. Experience pristine nature and pioneer history on gentle horses suitable for all skill levels.
The Florida Agricultural Museum in Palm Coast, Florida preserves agricultural and equestrian traditions while offering guided trail rides and youth lessons. Located adjacent to the Princess Place Preserve, the museum provides outdoor experiences across 450 acres of woods, lake shoreline, and wildlife corridors. Visitors can choose a Two Hour Guided Trail Ride to Princess Place for an extended exploration, or a One Hour Guided Trail Ride that highlights historic buildings and scenic paths. Both guided rides use gentle horses suitable for a range of rider skill levels and include views of a Cracker Pioneer home and a wildlife bridge.
The museum also runs a Child Group Lesson program with weekly sessions focused on horsemanship, grooming, ground handling, and riding instruction. During inclement weather, alternative indoor or sheltered activities are provided to maintain learning continuity. Online booking is available for guided rides and lessons, enabling easy reservations for families and visiting riders. Staff and instructors emphasize safety, horse welfare, and age-appropriate instruction, and routes are tailored to rider experience.
The Florida Agricultural Museum offers a blend of living history and outdoor recreation. By combining preserved historic structures with maintained trails and qualified instruction, it creates accessible equestrian experiences for locals and visitors to Palm Coast. Clear scheduling, structured lesson plans, and the 450-acre setting contribute to a reliable and scenic equestrian offering.
Accessible parking, clear directions from Palm Coast, and informational materials help visitors plan their visit efficiently. Groups and families are welcome, with options tailored for different age groups safely.
Preserve Size
450 acres
Extensive trails and lake frontage
Ride Durations
1 hr & 2 hr
Options for short or extended rides
Lesson Program
Child group lessons
Weekly horsemanship and riding instruction
Historic Site
Cracker Pioneer home
Historic buildings on the property
Reserve a one-hour or two-hour guided trail ride, or enroll a child in weekly lessons — secure online booking for Palm Coast adventures.
Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes
Protect your legs and feet from brush and insects during the trail ride.
Bring insect repellent
Florida’s wooded areas can have mosquitoes and other bugs, especially near water.
Stay hydrated
Carry a reusable water bottle to keep hydrated during the two-hour ride.
Inform guides about rider experience
Let your guide know your comfort and skill level for the best horse match.
Long pants
Protects your legs from scratches, insects, and saddle friction during the ride.
Closed-toe shoes or boots
Provides proper foot protection and stability while riding.
Insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and other biting insects away in wooded areas.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Helps you stay hydrated during warmer months of the ride.
summer