High Country Trail Rides is a sports club located in the Oberon Council area in New South Wales, Australia. They offer a range of outdoor activities and experiences, including horse riding, farm safaris, self-drive buggy tours, farm stay cabins, and interaction with friendly farm animals.
Visitors to High Country Trail Rides can start their adventure by riding a horse through the picturesque pine forest surrounding the area. All rides are fully guided, and the club provides riding boots and helmets to ensure the safety and comfort of riders. Please note that horse riding numbers are limited, and staying guests have preference in booking rides. Day visitors are accommodated based on availability.
Children must be accompanied by an adult on all rides.
The club offers different trail rides suitable for various ages and experience levels. The assisted trail ride is approximately 45 minutes and costs $70 per person ($65 for a family). This ride is suitable for adults and children aged 4 years and above. A one-hour trail ride is available for adults and children aged 10 years and above, costing $85 per person ($75 for a family).
Experienced riders can opt for the 1. 5-hour trail ride, which includes bush trails and a small waterfall, at a cost of $130 per person ($120 for a family). Staying guests receive discounted rates for all rides.
High Country Trail Rides also offers self-contained farm cottages for those who wish to stay overnight. The cottages have log fires and are available in two-bedroom (sleeps 4) and three-bedroom (sleeps 6) options. The cost is $200 per night for the two-bedroom and $240 per night for the three-bedroom. Weekends and school holidays have a two-night minimum stay requirement.
For a unique and exciting experience, visitors can join one of the club's Polaris buggy tours. These guided tours are suitable for both adults and kids, with children over 10 years of age allowed to drive their own buggy. The tours are approximately one hour long and cost $80 per person ($70 for a family). Staying guests receive a discounted rate of $60 per person.
Another popular activity at High Country Trail Rides is the farm safari and animal feeding experience. Guests can take a personal farm safari to interact with a wide variety of friendly farm animals. The tours last for one hour or more and cost $150 per family (maximum of 5 guests). Staying guests receive a reduced rate of $100 per family.
High Country Trail Rides is located on Sloggetts Road in Norway, New South Wales, just 10 minutes away from Oberon. Bookings and inquiries can be made by phone or email, and additional information can be found on their Facebook page. The club operates in a beautiful area with a diverse climate that showcases four seasons, including snowy winters, colourful autumn leaves, vibrant spring flowers, and warm, mild summers. The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as fossicking, bushwalking, mushroom picking, fishing, and kayaking in Lake Oberon.
High Country Trail Rides aims to provide a memorable and enjoyable experience for all visitors, combining the thrill of outdoor activities with the tranquilly of a farm stay. Whether riding horses through the forest or interacting with friendly farm animals, guests can create lasting memories and enjoy the natural beauty of the Oberon high country.