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Horseback Riding

Paniolo country on the slopes of Kohala
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Paniolo Adventures

RanchOcean ViewsAll Levels

Operating on the 11,000-acre Ponoholo Ranch in North Kohala for over 25 years, Paniolo Adventures offers rides ranging from a gentle one-hour City Slicker amble to a four-hour Wrangler trek across open rangeland. The panoramic views of the Kohala coast are breathtaking.

Mile 13.2, Kohala Mountain Rd (Hwy 250), North Kohala (808) 889-5354 Visit website

Naʻālapa Stables

Valley TrailsWaterfallsGuided

Horseback rides through the lush back valleys of the Kohala Mountains, crossing streams, discovering hidden waterfalls, and learning about the area’s history from knowledgeable guides who grew up on this land.

Tip Open Monday through Saturday, closed Sunday. 1.5-hour rides from $125, 2.5-hour rides from $165.
59-564 Kohala Mountain Rd, Kamuela, HI 96743 (808) 889-0022 Visit website

4D Quarter Horses (formerly Dahana Ranch)

Working RanchCattle DriveAll Levels

A more intimate horseback experience on a working cattle ranch on the slopes of Hualālai. Rides range from beginner-friendly to advanced cattle drives, and the smaller group sizes mean personalized attention from experienced paniolo.

72-3375 Hawaii Belt Rd #2, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 (808) 896-2431 Visit website