Serenity and Adventure on Ocracoke Island.
Charlie Horse stables is located on Ocracoke Island, North Carolina. Ocracoke is one of the barrier islands of the Outer Banks. We explore one of the most beautiful parts of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore with scenic views of the ocean and dunes.
Riding with us will give a rare perspective of the beaches on Ocracoke Island.
Our horseback rides are designed to showcase the natural beauty of the coast of Ocracoke. You will ride along the water's edge in the sand and may have the opportunity to witness marine wildlife such as dolphins, seals, seabirds, and different species of saltwater fish. We offer one hour rides every day of the week during our operating season at Charlie Horse Stables.
Services:
We offer horseback rides on the beach at 8:00 and 9:00 AM and 5:00 and 6:00 PM.
- 1 hour rides - $60 per person
***Have you ever witnessed the renowned east coast sunrise? Can you imagine being the first to step hoof on undisturbed scenery, before the rush to the coast begins?***
- We are now offering our Sunrise Special! An exclusive experience of a 1 hour ride on the beach at sunrise! - $100 per person.
- Pony rides - $5 per person - hand lead rides will be offered in between the hour rides
- Birthday Parties - Having a birthday party and want to provide some entertainment for your guests? Book a horse to provide pony rides for your event. (Call for an estimate)
- Special events - engagements, weddings, photography, etc. (Call for an estimate)
Riding with us will give a rare perspective of the beaches on Ocracoke Island.
Our horseback rides are designed to showcase the natural beauty of the coast of Ocracoke. You will ride along the water's edge in the sand and may have the opportunity to witness marine wildlife such as dolphins, seals, seabirds, and different species of saltwater fish. We offer one hour rides every day of the week during our operating season at Charlie Horse Stables.
Services:
We offer horseback rides on the beach at 8:00 and 9:00 AM and 5:00 and 6:00 PM.
- 1 hour rides - $60 per person
***Have you ever witnessed the renowned east coast sunrise? Can you imagine being the first to step hoof on undisturbed scenery, before the rush to the coast begins?***
- We are now offering our Sunrise Special! An exclusive experience of a 1 hour ride on the beach at sunrise! - $100 per person.
- Pony rides - $5 per person - hand lead rides will be offered in between the hour rides
- Birthday Parties - Having a birthday party and want to provide some entertainment for your guests? Book a horse to provide pony rides for your event. (Call for an estimate)
- Special events - engagements, weddings, photography, etc. (Call for an estimate)
About:
Charlie Horse Stables is owned and operated by Charlotte(Charlie) Edwards and has 20 years of horse experience. All of the guides are experienced horsemen and women who pride themselves on horse and rider safety. Safety of our guests is our number one priority!
Our horses are well seasoned and will be matched to your riding ability. Our horses are like family and are well taken care of. We feed them quality grain and they have access to hay and water 24/7. We only ride in the mornings and in the evenings because those are the coolest parts of the day and the horses rest during the other parts of the day. After our rides, our horses are hosed down to help them cool and to remove the salt and sand they may have on their bodies from the beach.
Reservations:
Charlie Horse Stables is owned and operated by Charlotte(Charlie) Edwards and has 20 years of horse experience. All of the guides are experienced horsemen and women who pride themselves on horse and rider safety. Safety of our guests is our number one priority!
Our horses are well seasoned and will be matched to your riding ability. Our horses are like family and are well taken care of. We feed them quality grain and they have access to hay and water 24/7. We only ride in the mornings and in the evenings because those are the coolest parts of the day and the horses rest during the other parts of the day. After our rides, our horses are hosed down to help them cool and to remove the salt and sand they may have on their bodies from the beach.
Reservations:
- All riders must be at least 9 years old for the hour long beach ride.
- Our weight limit is 250 pounds. This is enforced for the safety of our horses.
- If you book online, your credit card will be charged immediately.
- If you call to make your reservation, we hold reservation spots with credit card information, so when you are booking your ride, have one readily available. When you show up for your ride you may choose to pay cash or credit.
- We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover
- We recommend making your reservations several days in advance to secure a spot before that day gets fully booked. Same day reservations may be available but the more in advance you book, the better the availability will be.
- WEATHER - If we have to cancel your ride due to weather, we will reschedule your activity or provide you with a full refund. Please arrive regardless of the weather and bring a rain coat. If it is a mild rain or sprinkling, we will ride. WE DO NOT RIDE IF IT IS THUNDERING OR LIGHTENING.
- CANCELLATIONS - We will not charge you for cancellations made more than 24 hours in advance. IF you cancel less than 24 hours prior to the ride we will reschedule your activity or provide you with a rain check for a future date. Guests who do not show up or do not call will not be issued a rain check.
- Rain checks are non-expiring vouchers to reschedule your missed ride for a future date the cannot be rescheduled during your current stay at the Outer Banks. Rain checks are transferable to other parties. Do not lose them.
- Please show up 15 minutes early to fill out a waiver. Every rider must complete a waiver before the ride leaves. Any rider under the age of 18 must be signed by the child's parent.
When riding you should...
- Wear closed toed shoes and pants.
- Leave valuables in your car that you could drop or lose. (Sunglasses, wallet, etc.)
- Wear helmets that are available but are not required
- Riders with any physical, mental, or emotional concerns should let us know prior to booking a ride so the issues can be addressed and accommodations can be made.
- Know we reserve the right to cancel rides due to high winds, heavy rain, or hot weather.
Location:
1078 Irvin Garrish Hwy
Ocracoke Island, NC 27960
We are located in between Tradewinds Tackle shop and Gaffer's Sports Pub on Route 12 (Irvin Garrish Highway).
Hours of Operation:
We operate during the summer months starting in May.
During the off season months, we reside in the foothills of the blue ridge mountains in Virginia, where the horses live in luscious pastures for their winter break.
1078 Irvin Garrish Hwy
Ocracoke Island, NC 27960
We are located in between Tradewinds Tackle shop and Gaffer's Sports Pub on Route 12 (Irvin Garrish Highway).
Hours of Operation:
We operate during the summer months starting in May.
During the off season months, we reside in the foothills of the blue ridge mountains in Virginia, where the horses live in luscious pastures for their winter break.
