We absolutely loved this trip! Madison was a wonderful guide. She was very informative, funny, and made us so comfortable. Scribbles and Barbie were calm and handled everything for us. Their personalities made us laugh. Pick Gulf Coast Ponies over the other companies. Madison caters to how you want the trip to go. We wanted our experience to be private and she asked us what we were comfortable with every step of the way. We didn't have to worry about a large group of people we didn't know. This was a highlight of our vacation.

My 12 year old daughter wanted to go riding while on vacation this past Christmas in Tampa. She has riding experience and was worried a trail ride might be boring. Was she ever wrong! Madison catered to her level and needs and she had the best 2 hour trail ride EVER! The photos and videos were delivered same day and are a great memory of her experience. Thank you Madison!

We had the best time! Madison took tons of photos of us and shared it with us the same day as well!! She took us on different paths all around the Big Slough Park and was telling us the history and different types of wild life within the park! We will definitely be back!

Madison was the best!!! She made sure we were comfortable with everything from, adjusting our stirups for a better fit, making sure we were good with riding, we got to trot, walk, go thru water, took all the pictures!.. Loved it!! Highly recommend!!

This was the first time my grandkids had ridden a horse. Madison was so helpful and supportive. She gave thorough instructions and, after being on a lead, they felt confident enough to control the horses on their own. We had a wonderful afternoon and made some good memories together!!

I booked Gulf Coast Ponies on a family vacation and we had such an amazing time on our trail ride at Little Manatee River State Park. Madison was so friendly and you can tell how much she absolutely LOVES her horses and takes great care of them. I highly recommend Gulf Coast Ponies and can't wait for our next vacation to book again. Thank you Madison!

My 10yr old granddaughter wanted to go horseback riding. (She had never been on a horse.) Well, we went this morning with Madison and had a fabulous time. My granddaughter was so scared at first that Madison took the lead reigns. She was so nice, helpful & comforting. By the end of the trail ride my granddaughter was riding “Daisy” on her own and so proud of herself. She absolutely loved it and is ready to go again!! I definitely recommend Madison and her Gulf Coast Ponies.

Such a great experience for my daughter’s 4th birthday, the horses and staff were great with the kids, highly recommend!