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Settled in Northwestern Lancaster County, Ironstone Ranch offers Central PA an unparalleled location for many fun activities including guided horseback rides, tractor pulled wagon rides, and campfires. The Ranch provides family-friendly activities that will give you, your family and friends something to remember.275 Acres with 10 Miles of Trails!Ironstone Ranch provides gentle, well-mannered horses and experienced equestrian guides to navigate you through our 275 acres of natural Lancaster County Beauty with over ten miles of horseback trails you can ride!
Starting at the Picturesque Ironstone Ranch and passing through the iconic Star Barn Complex with its family of unique barn structures. Ride down the original railroad bed where Abraham Lincoln’s funeral train and the Liberty Bell once traversed. Our ranch offers horseback rides for individuals, families, and larger groups all week long. Where History and Adventure await you...
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Settled in Northwestern Lancaster County, Ironstone Ranch offers Central PA an unparalleled location for many fun activities including guided horseback rides, tractor pulled wagon rides, and campfires. The Ranch provides family-friendly activities that will give you, your family and friends something to remember.Ironstone Ranch provides gentle, well-mannered horses and experienced equestrian guides to navigate you through our 275 acres of natural Lancaster County Beauty with over ten miles of horseback trails you can ride!
Starting at the Picturesque Ironstone Ranch and passing through the iconic Star Barn Complex with its family of unique barn structures. Ride down the original railroad bed where Abraham Lincoln’s funeral train and the Liberty Bell once traversed. Our ranch offers horseback rides for individuals, families, and larger groups all week long. Where History and Adventure awaits you...275 Acres with
10 Miles of Trails!
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• Hitch Wagon Rides Drawn by 2 Belgian Horses
• Tractor Pull Rides for Larger Groups
• Horse Camps and Education Programs
• Equine Interactions: Saddling, Brushing and Horse Care
• Paddle Boat and Canoe Rentals Available
• Campfire Ring Rentals
• Photo Opportunities Abound
• Abundant Wildlife
• Various Sized Groups Welcome
• Optional Lengths of Horseback Rides Available
• Great Opportunity for School Groups, Scout Troops, Youth Groups and more!
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• Hitch Wagon Rides
• Tractor Pull Rides
• Horse Camps and Education Programs
• Equine Interactions
• Paddle Boat and Canoe Rentals
• Campfire Ring Rentals
• Photo Opportunities
• Abundant Wildlife
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“Absolutely a wonderfull adventure, excited to return! Our guides were perfect, the horses were beautiful. Great morning with our family.”
~ Lisa“We just went on a trail ride there, it was awesome, guide was wonderful, definitely coming again, worth the hour drive, price very reasonable, great trail.”
~ Tina“We had a great time celebrating my daughter's birthday by taking her and some friends on a trail ride. Special thanks to Taylor and Mark for making the afternoon so much fun!”
~ Cara“I had a wonderful time, it was my first time riding a horse, the experience was awesome the scenery was beautiful, I can't wait to do it again”
~ Kreshia -
“Absolutely a wonderfull adventure, excited to return! Our guides were perfect, the horses were beautiful. Great morning with our family.”
~ Lisa“We just went on a trail ride there, it was awesome, guide was wonderful, definitely coming again, worth the hour drive, price very reasonable, great trail.”
~ Tina“We had a great time celebrating my daughter's birthday by taking her and some friends on a trail ride. Special thanks to Taylor and Mark for making the afternoon so much fun!”
~ Cara“I had a wonderful time, it was my first time riding a horse, the experience was awesome the scenery was beautiful, I can't wait to do it again”
~ Kreshia
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“Absolutely a wonderfull adventure, excited to return! Our guides were perfect, the horses were beautiful. Great morning with our family.”
~ Lisa“We just went on a trail ride there, it was awesome, guide was wonderful, definitely coming again, worth the hour drive, price very reasonable, great trail.”
~ Tina“We had a great time celebrating my daughter's birthday by taking her and some friends on a trail ride. Special thanks to Taylor and Mark for making the afternoon so much fun!”
~ Cara“I had a wonderful time, it was my first time riding a horse, the experience was awesome the scenery was beautiful, I can't wait to do it again”
~ Kreshia -
“Absolutely a wonderfull adventure, excited to return! Our guides were perfect, the horses were beautiful. Great morning with our family.”
~ Lisa“We just went on a trail ride there, it was awesome, guide was wonderful, definitely coming again, worth the hour drive, price very reasonable, great trail.”
~ Tina“We had a great time celebrating my daughter's birthday by taking her and some friends on a trail ride. Special thanks to Taylor and Mark for making the afternoon so much fun!”
~ Cara“I had a wonderful time, it was my first time riding a horse, the experience was awesome the scenery was beautiful, I can't wait to do it again”
~ Kreshia
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Ironstone Ranch is now making their team of horses available to groups for an educational, fun, hands on experience. Our team of well experienced staff will work with your group share their knowledge of horse husbandry, grooming, safety and horsemanship.~ Hands on time with our well trained equine friends
~ Basic equine care, grooming, tack & saddling instruction
~ Learn basic riding skills from our experienced staff
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Ironstone Ranch is now making their team of horses available to groups for an educational, fun, hands on experience. Our team of well experienced staff will work with your group share their knowledge of horse husbandry, grooming, safety and horsemanship.For more information about our Saddle Club & Equine Interaction
Call: 717-413-2660
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BogieBogie is quarter horse gelding and is enjoying retirement to its fullest. He enjoys being brushed and occasionally used for pony rides at events. His best pasture buddy is Rastus. Bogie is retired from riding. -
BudBud is a buckskin draft cross gelding. He is quiet, independent, and level-headed. You will be impressed by how gorgeous he is.
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CandyCandy is a quarter horse mare. She loves the companionship of people as well as her pasture friends. On the trail, she is very gentle and takes care of her rider. She is considered a great horse for children.
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CodyCody is a young draft cross gelding and is still in the process of being trained. He has a sweet temperament about himself and is going to turn out to be a valuable addition to our trail rides. He comes from Cody, Wyoming, hence the name Cody. He is not trained for riding yet
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CricketCricket is a cute pony gelding who is quiet and sweet. His mane and tail are sleek, thick, and fun to braid. Cricket is great for children or small adults. His favorite pasture friend to hang with is Junior.
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DixieDixie is a quarter horse mare and is beautiful inside and out. She tends to be the favorite with all her pasture friends and our two donkeys, Leroy and Banjo. Dixie’s heart is dedicated to her rider and will take care of them whether they are young or old.
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JasperJasper is a quarter horse gelding. He is very social, enjoys people, and has a warm personality. Jasper enjoys trail rides. He has attractive highlights in his mane.
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JedJed is a white and gray gelding who is quite flashy looking when he is clean. However, to our dismay, his choice is to roll in the mud and keep a dirty coat.
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JuniorJunior is a quarter horse gelding with a sweet face. He generally is one of the trail guide’s lead horse, but occasionally takes guests out on the trails. Junior is friendly, gentle, and kind-hearted.
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MontanaMontana is a Percheron gelding. There is something grand about his beauty. He has a thick mane and a beautiful long tail. Montana used to pull the hitch wagon and had been teamed with Hannah. He is retired from riding and enjoys his time in the pastures
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MooseMoose is an amazing horse from Wyoming. He is very social, super friendly, and greets everyone by the gate. He is a unique draft cross with a tall but slender body. Moose is gentle and has a great temperament.
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RastusRastus has a determination to work and probably goes on the majority of our trail rides. He knows the trails very well and could lead by himself if we would let him. Rastus is very confident in his surroundings and is very good to all of his riders, both young and old.
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ShortyShorty is a blond Belgium cross gelding. He is very stocky and strong and had been used extensively as a ranch and trail horse in Wyoming. Shorty is very sensible, smart, and a great horse.
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TangoTango is a good-looking buckskin quarter horse gelding with a handsome face. He is friendly, likes to work, and enjoys interacting with people.
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TannerTanner is a quarter horse gelding. With his palomino color and larger size, people take notice of his splendor right away. Though he may not show as much affection as the other horses, people enjoy riding him and he easily becomes their favorite horse.
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Banjo & LeroyBanjo and Leroy are the best part of visiting the ranch. They are very social and enjoy interacting with people. They are the life of the party for a cocktail hour during the weddings and all of our events.
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JRJR is a full-grown miniature pot belly pig with a giant love for attention. He was born in August 2016. JR works the cocktail hours during the weddings wearing his tuxedo. He enjoys belly rubs, taking walks to the orchard, and an occasional treat of red beets.
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your event!Ironstone Ranch is a working horse ranch situated on 275 plush acres of beautiful rolling green hills and conveniently located in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. In addition to the restored 1860’s main barn, the grounds of the ranch feature extensive seasonal flower gardens, beautiful orchards, small streams, an open air mini-barn, stone fire-pits, riding trails, as well as a fully restored 1860’s country chic farmhouse with it’s authentic well. Ironstone Ranch will make your dreams come true.Contact Us for more Information
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