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Yokum's Riding Stables

Seneca Rocks, WV 26884
4.8(69)
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(304) 567-2466
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Erin HudnallErin Hudnall
Horses are adequately trained and the trail is great. Some staff were a bit rude and not communicative. There are several things a new rider should know even on well trained horses that knows the route. The only thing they reviewed with our group was turning and stopping a horse, and it was a quick mention before we headed to the trail. The return trip is a bit rough with the decline, so it can be important to use the stirrups to lean back when going down big hills, to help with soreness in the back and hips, among other reasons. They did not review this or any other important guidelines for horses before heading out. Also, if you need to use a step to dismount the horse, this may be tricky at the end of the trip because the horses know they are done and get to eat, and become a bit grouchy and impatient. I need to dismount with a step given a hip injury. The horse was very uncooperative for this, and even though I am an experienced rider, I needed help handling the horse and navigating him to the step. The staff person assisting me yelled at me during this process, which ended our trip on a bad note. I would return if it’s the only option in the area, but I will be looking for other places to ride in the future, especially if I am bringing people who have never ridden. Also, you can pay with a card but there is $4 fee they did not mention before running any cards for our party. Again, communication from staff was very disappointing.
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Nadya MasterovaNadya Masterova
Very night trail ride. Stable looks a little worn out and cluttered. All though horses looking good, fed and round, food and water in place. Horses are pretty clean (not spotless), hoofs are in a good shape. This ride is good for all levels, but I feel it could be a little bit intimidating on a way down for someone who never sat on a horse before. Me and my friend are experienced riders and we had plenty of fun. Very beautiful trail to the top of Senica. On the top we had 15 minutes to walk around and explore. Horses were good to follow each other, but not good to steer independently (which I only tried at the end to take a picture with my friend). I think it’s very fun way to get to the top if you already hiked or you just want something different. Very relaxing ride and pinto horses just lovely! I rode horse Spook - he is very handsome boy, if you see him tell him I said Hi!
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MadisonMadison
Truly had an amazing experience with Yokums! Everything from the staff to the horses to the views. Everything was just amazing. The horse are so beautiful, gentle and well taken care of. The owners Bub and Chris were so friendly and it was so nice to meet them. There was a 9 y/o little cowboy on the ride with us and his horse “Easy” was so gentle and literally “easy”. I had Spocket, he was as sweet as a peach with the most gorgeous blue eyes. All of the horses were so well behaved and calm. We enjoyed our ride and have so many good memories. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend!
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Reviews of Yokum's Riding Stables

4.8(69)
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2.0
5y

The bathroom reeked and was a huge mess. The light hardly worked, and I struggled for almost a full minute to get any water out of the grimy faucet. The horses seemed generally happy. I am concerned about the chunks of poop floating in their water and the green goop lining the troughs edges. I hope they don’t actually use that trough.

The whole ride ordeal could’ve been worlds better. For starters, it would’ve been helpful to tell us what to do and what not to do once we got on our...

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4.0
3y

Horses are adequately trained and the trail is great. Some staff were a bit rude and not communicative. There are several things a new rider should know even on well trained horses that knows the route. The only thing they reviewed with our group was turning and stopping a horse, and it was a quick mention before we headed to the trail. The return trip is a bit rough with the decline, so it can be important to use the stirrups to lean back when going down big hills, to help with soreness...

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5.0
1y

Very night trail ride. Stable looks a little worn out and cluttered. All though horses looking good, fed and round, food and water in place. Horses are pretty clean (not spotless), hoofs are in a good shape. This ride is good for all levels, but I feel it could be a little bit intimidating on a way down for someone who never sat on a horse before. Me and my friend are experienced riders and we had plenty of fun. Very beautiful trail to the top of Senica. On the top we had 15 minutes to...

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