Planning your visit to Cades Cove Riding Stables? Find out everything you need to know—from Cades Cove horseback ride prices to ride schedules and group requirements—to enjoy a memorable adventure in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Before your Cades Cove horseback riding experience, make sure to review age and height requirements.

Cades Cove Guided Horseback Trail Rides

Embark on a one-hour journey through the scenic landscapes of Cades Cove. Our well-trained horses and knowledgeable guides make this experience suitable for both beginners and seasoned riders. Cades Cove horseback riding is one of the best ways to explore the Smokies

**Details:**

– Rides depart continually throughout the day.

– Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

– Group Size: Limited to 9 riders per group to ensure a personalized experience.

**Restrictions:**

– Minimum age: 6 years old.

– Minimum height: 4 feet.

– Maximum weight: 300 pounds.

– Riders 15 and under are required to wear a provided safety helmet.

– Cameras and phones are not permitted during rides.

– Ryders under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

*Reservations are not accepted for guided trail rides. All rides are subject to weather and trail conditions.*

**Pricing:**

Age Group	Price
Ages 13 and up	$50 per person
Ages 6-12	$40 per person

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in Cades Cove

Experience Cades Cove’s beauty in a relaxed setting with our horse-drawn carriage tours.

**Details:**

– Duration: 30 to 45 minutes.

– Capacity: Up to 6 passengers per carriage.

*No age or weight restrictions apply for carriage rides. Reservations are not accepted; rides are subject to weather and trail conditions.*

**Pricing:**

Age Group	Price
Ages 13 and up	$27 per person
Ages 2-12	$15 per person

Group Hayrides Through Cades Cove Loop Road

Join a nostalgic hayride through the picturesque Cades Cove Loop Road, surrounded by preserved 19th and early 20th-century farming communities.

**Schedule:**

– March 8 – May 31: 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.

– June 1 – August 15: 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 6:00 PM.

– August 16 – Season Closing: 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.

– Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic.

– Capacity: Minimum of 2 riders; up to 55 riders per hayride.

*Reservations are accepted for groups of 15 or more with a signed tour contract and a 50% deposit. All rides are subject to weather and trail conditions.*

**Pricing:**

Age Group	Price
Ages 16 and up	$25 per person
Ages 2-15	$15 per person

Operating Hours

– **Season**: March 3 – November 30

– **Daily**: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

*All activities are subject to weather and trail conditions.*

Contact Information

– **Address**: 10018 Campground Drive, Townsend, TN 37882

– **Phone**: (865) 448-9009

What to Bring & Wear

Prepare for your visit by wearing appropriate attire: closed-toe shoes with a ½-inch heel, comfortable pants, and shirts with sleeves. Avoid bringing loose or bulky items, as we do not provide lockers.

We look forward to guiding you through the natural beauty and history of Cades Cove!