Sun Bowl Ranch riding, riding lessons, riding camp and more.

"The ride was very pleasant. Theriders were patient, kind, and very gentle to my 7 year old son. They really put my son at ease. I would recommend this tour to anyone."
Debbie (NJ)

"A great ride, the highlight of our vacation! Thank you, John and Letitia."
George, Mary, Riley, &Bud (Alexandria, VA)

"What an enjoyable trip! What
enjoyable animals! What enjoyable
guides! Thanks for everything."
Merrie

"Michelle and Bill had a great ride.
Zuni is a nice horse, and Big Red is a
gentleman. We'll come back again
if we're ever in the area. Nice
people, and I liked the gift shop,
too!" (FL)

"Thanks loads for the incredible
trip. This being our first time in VT
will definitely not be our last!
Thanks for a firsthand look at
Vermont's inner beauty! Keep up
the great work and keep 'em
healthy!" Kim (OH)

Sun Bowl Ranch offers a huge variety of horseback riding experiences on and around lovely Stratton Mountain, Vermont, from mid-June through Columbus Day weekend. The horses go home to Mountain View Ranch in Danby, Vermont, for fall, winter, and spring trail rides and lessons, but return to Sun Bowl Ranch for sleigh rides from Christmas time through mid-March.

The owners and operators of Sun Bowl Ranch, John and Letitia Sisters, are a husband-and-wife team who extend down-home hospitality to every guest. They strive to keep their bustling ranch a comfortable and welcoming place. The atmosphere is friendly, and they boast of their staff, both two- and four-legged.

John and Letitia believe that their horses and donkeys are Vermont's finest. Of course, they have a soft spot for their herd, which they consider part of the family. John and Letitia hand-pick all their horses; they look for horses with kindness in their eyes and gentleness in their spirits. Their horses are not only sweet-tempered, but also responsive, a true pleasure for the novice and for the experienced horseback rider alike.

Sun Bowl Ranch is set in an idyllic spot at the base of the tallest peak in southern Vermont, beautiful Stratton Mountain. The Ranch is just five minutes from the Stratton Mountain Resort, which offers many summer activities (mountain biking, fishing, golf, tennis, and much more) and in the winter becomes a full-service skiing center.

Sun Bowl Ranch is surrounded by quaint farms and lovely towns full of stores and boutiques. Manchester, Vermont for example, is a shopping addict's dream come true. If you prefer to stay closer in, the gift shop at Sun Bowl Ranch offers something for nearly everyone.

What’s Happening at the Sun Bowl Ranch?

Summer Trail Rides, Donkey/Pony Rides, Advanced Ride, Cowboy Up Ride, Private Rides, Picnic Ride and Lessons

Open 9 am to 6 pm, Tuesday - Sunday, starting the 3rd weekend in June thru Columbus Day weekend, except for the following:

* Open the Monday following 4th of July weekend and closed that following Tuesday.

* Open the Monday following Labor Day Weekend and closed that following Tuesday.

* Open the Monday following Columbus Day Weekend

Riding Lessons:
private, semi-private, and group lessons are offered at Sun Bowl Ranch on the same schedule as trail rides, except as noted above.

Junior Riding Camps:
8:30 - 1:45 an optional overnight ride can extend camp to Saturday mornings. Tuesday – Friday 2005

     * June 21 - 24
     * July 12 - 15
   * August 2 - 5
     * August 9 - 12
     * August 16 - 19

Winter Sleigh Rides:
2 pm to 8 pm

    * Every Friday - Sunday, mid-December thru mid-March
    * Daily, Christmas and New Year's week
    * Some week days during Presidents’ Week in February
    * Available other dates for groups by reservation

Please call for reservations at
(802) 293-5837

You may also contact us by email. However, we
are so busy we don't always check our email daily, so give us a call to make reservations.

Email - riding@sunbowlranch.com

Sun Bowl Ranch
Mountain View Ranch
502 Easy St.
Danby, VT 05739
(802) 293-5837