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Curious about horseback riding on the beautiful backcountry equestrian trails of Mammoth Cave National Park? Do you dream about the serene view of that between a horse’s ears and the melodic clip clop of a horse’s hooves as you journey through the trails?

Double J Stables and Horseman’s Campground offers small group-guided trail rides and is the only stable authorized to guide you on the trails inside the National Park, so it’s time to saddle up and giddy up! Ranch owners Dave and Rocky will treat you like family upon your arrival, so we encourage you to prepare to fall completely in love with your entire adventure at the stables.

Groups for guided trail rides are kept small to allow for the ultimate TLC for the horses; they really are Dave and Rocky’s beloved children. Adequate rest between trail rides and a rotation schedule for the horses is of the utmost importance. We can guarantee you that this is not a tourist trap aimed with pumping out horseback rides for maximum profit; we have witnessed the thought and care they have for their horses and it’s extraordinary. The docile nature of the Double J Stables horses allows for a rewarding horseback riding experience for riders as young as six, nervous riders, and experienced riders.

YOUR JOURNEY WITH DOUBLE J STABLES

Your journey with Double J Stables can take many forms, with options ranging from reserving a daily guided horseback ride, taking advantage of their fully furnished apartment rentals on the second floor of the horse barn, or RV and/or tent camping on the designated campgrounds near the stables. You are also welcome to watch the ranch in action, brush the horses, and immerse yourself in the ranch activities. While we love a good stall cleanout, we cannot seem to get passed just roaming from stall to stall fluffing up the buckets of hay for munching and stroking their velvety noses. Fritz will nibble your fingers, Bogo is mischievous, Jolene is precious, Doc is docile, and Queenie will impress you with her size, but she is the epitome of a gentle giant. Each horse’s stall boasts a cheeky note with their name and a few fun facts about their personality. And a personal favorite is the seasonal mini carrot garden for kids to feed the horses a healthy treat.

Each horse has such a distinct personality, but all are delicate and docile, making your adventure inside and outside of the barn safe and enjoyable. If horses make you anxious, don’t fret, as Dave and Rocky have successfully won over even the most trepidatious of riders to secure them safely on a horse, and by the time the trail ride is over they are bonded with their horse and ready for a second round!

EVENTS WITH DOUBLE J STABLES

The ranch offers a variety of wonderful events throughout the year (Game Night, Holiday Weekend Rides, Ladies’ Weekends, etc) and their summer Kids’ Camps are in high demand. Double J Stables and Horseman’s Campground offers a unique and memorable horseback riding experience for all levels of riders. For questions and reservations call 270-286-0310 and visit their website www.doublejstables.com for more information. The ranch likes to keep it simple and personable, so reservations are by phone only.

FANCY JORDAN FOUNDATION

Because every horse on this ranch has a home for life, even after retirement, the Fancy Jordan Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, was formed to provide a healthy, safe environment for semi-retired and retired horses. Ensuring horses have proper care and an infinite amount of love every day is a passion for Dave and Rocky. If you would like to learn more, please visit www.fancyjordan.org