Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm
VT · Fayston / Mad River Valley
3061 North Fayston Rd, Fayston, VT 05673
Vermont Icelandic Horse Farm offers a more curated, intimate version of the Vermont riding experience, shaped by exceptional horses and a distinctly personal pace. In Fayston / Mad River Valley, the setting gives the experience its own atmosphere—more intentional than a simple trailhead stop, with small-scale, personal, beautifully paced riding that feels experiential and curated from the moment you arrive. For travelers building a polished equestrian itinerary, this is as much about place as it is about saddle time. The pace feels welcoming, the scenery does real work, and the overall experience lands with the kind of ease that reads beautifully in a premium Vermont weekend.
Riding guide
Horses provided
Highlights
One of Vermont’s most distinctive guided riding experiences, with Icelandic horses and a genuinely memorable Mad River Valley setting.
Riding
These outings are designed to feel personal and confidence-building, with the Icelandic horse shaping a ride that is both distinctive and accessible. Guided trail riding on farm and valley routes with paced outings ranging from shorter rides to longer day experiences, designed around the sure-footed Icelandic horse. For guests, that often means a more relaxed relationship to the ride: the focus stays on scenery, pacing, and feeling well looked after. Even experienced riders tend to appreciate how accessible the experience feels, especially when the goal is to fold horseback time into a broader Vermont escape.
Trailer parking
On-site parking is provided for guests and riders checking in for guided rides; this is an operator-led experience rather than a haul-in public trailhead.
Horse regulations
Rides are guided and operator-managed. Advance reservations, weight/age rules, and matching riders to appropriate horses are part of the structure.
Getting here
This is a highly personal arrival experience, shaped less by big staging zones and more by host guidance and the ease of a well-run farm operation. On-site parking is provided for guests and riders checking in for guided rides; this is an operator-led experience rather than a haul-in public trailhead. Check-in, waivers, timing, and rider matching are usually handled on-site, which keeps the experience polished and low-friction for travelers. That ease matters. Instead of spending energy on route logistics, you can focus on the ride itself and settle into the destination from the moment you step out of the car.
Planning your visit
An excellent choice for luxury-travel-oriented riders, couples, and mixed-experience groups who want quality guiding and a sense of place rather than a self-navigated trail map. Reservation details, rider requirements, and timing should be confirmed in advance.
Where to stay
This is a wonderful fit for travelers without their own horses—or riders wanting an elegant break from hauling. Mad River Valley lodging and the farm’s own hospitality style make the whole experience feel intimate and destination-worthy.
Trails
No trails synced for this park yet.
Campgrounds
No campgrounds listed for this park.
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