10 Ranches in Florida That You Shouldn't Miss

January 23, 2022 Oliva Fomby

Not just for retirees and theme park enthusiasts, the Sunshine State offers beautiful beaches, pristine diving conditions, and sizzling nightlife. Salsa the night away in a smokin’ hot Miami club, or swing away at one of Kissimmee’s many premium golf courses. An airboat tour of the Everglades is an unforgettable adventure – just look out for alligators! For the risk-averse, a lazy day spent on the soft sands of an Emerald Coast beach is as rejuvenating as a spa treatment.
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1. Crescent J Ranch

N. Kenansville Road, Saint Cloud, FL 34773
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Crescent J Ranch

2. Giraffe Ranch

38650 Mickler Rd, Dade City, FL 33523-6833 +1 813-482-3400 http://www.girafferanch.com
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5.0 based on 465 reviews

Giraffe Ranch

Go on a high-quality, guided safari on a working exotic game ranch in Tampa Bay, Florida.

Reviewed By lindalX6073LU - St. Petersburg, United States

The owner and tour guide gave a fascinating safari tour, which allowed us up-close views of the animals he manages at the ranch. The giraffes, camels, and ostriches were incredibly significant to see. However, there were zebras, deer, tapirs, rhinos, hippos, and more. It is well worth the ticket cost to see these beautiful animals and hear how they thrive.

3. West Coast Ranch

3400 Smith Rd, Naples, FL 34117-1189 +1 239-289-3837 [email protected] http://www.westcoastranch.org
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5.0 based on 25 reviews

West Coast Ranch

We are a non-profit organization, and we try our very best to ensure that our horses are trained and suitable for the kind of work we ask them to do, each one is assessed on a regular basis and kept up to date with training. Trail rides are given by appointment only. But that is only the beginning of your fun; we have many other animals such as chickens, goats, bunnies, cows, lamas, emus....and more

Reviewed By samanthavT2490BL

We took a family vacation to Naples and when I asked my daughter (16) what she wanted to do while on vacation her answer was, “ride horses.” Her guide, Medina, was kind, calm and professional and gave my daughter (and husband) a ride to remember. Additionally, they have other animals on the ranch to see and Medina’s 9 year old daughter earned her stars in this review too as she took our family around the farm and told us about all the animals. She was polite, personable and is clearly a natural with the animals. We managed to pack in A LOT on our vacation, but this was my daughter’s absolute favorite part of our family adventure! Definitely check them out. You will not be disappointed!

4. Farm Tours of Ocala

481 SW 60th Ave, Ocala, FL 34474-8593 +1 352-895-9302 [email protected] http://www.farmtoursofocala.com
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5.0 based on 287 reviews

Farm Tours of Ocala

We are doing Private tours with 6 days a week. Private Groups will ride in our van with the guide or have option to follow. Min 3 people max 10. We visit 3 locations! Get "Behind the Gates" to get an Insider`s look behind the gates of Ocala`s Magnificent Farms! . Close Encounters with foals, different breeds, disciplines and meet the people train and care for them. Between the farm stops, we will note points of interest, and facts about different farms, disciplines during the drive. Each stop is about 20 to 30 Mins with a " WALKING TOUR" of each facility. Children are loved and welcome but, please THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR SMALL CHILDREN . You will see this in reviews of past guests. Tour meets at Tack Shack of Ocala 481 SW 60th Ave. Ocala.

Reviewed By Touristsfrombangor

We would highly recommend Farm Tours of Ocala. The owner, Karen, provided a wonderful tour of several horse farms where we were able to see the full spectrum of caring for and breeding thoroughbreds and Arabian horses. With Karen's decades of experience and invaluable connections, we got beyond the gates and behind the scenes, providing us with a very rare opportunity well worth the price of admission! If you love horses, you will love this tour.

5. Jesse Williams Ranch

6155 SW 123rd Ave, Miami, FL 33183-1531 +1 305-270-5437 [email protected] http://jessewilliamsranch.com/
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5.0 based on 75 reviews

Jesse Williams Ranch

The Jesse Williams Ranch is a family owned and operated five acre farm in the heart of Miami’s Horse Country. Our stables, horses and livestock serve as our unique classroom and teachers. Visitors are always supervised by professional instructors. Beginner riders and advanced equestrians participate in all facets of horsemanship activities. Included are programs for exceptional needs children. Bring your family to the farm for some refreshing outdoor fun. Horsemanship classes and riding lessons are scheduled by appointment. FAMILY TRIP TO THE RANCH: Join us with your family for a one hour guided personal “hands-on” visit on our ranch. We will expect you and your kids to GET INVOLVED! Participate and experience life on a working farm. Help brush and groom the horses. Pet and feed our barnyard friends. Have a peek at our collection of protected wildlife species. Complimentary “hand-held” horseback riding for all ages. Pony rides are included for small children. Introduction to horseback riding is available when requested in advance.

6. Carefree Ranch

7290 53rd St, Vero Beach, FL 32967-5837 +1 772-564-9222 [email protected] http://carefreeranch.org
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Carefree Ranch

Carefree Ranch Pet Resort is located in beautiful Vero Beach, Florida just 5 minutes from the Indian River Mall and 15 minutes from the beach. Carefree Ranch Pet Resort offers Horse Boarding, Horse Leasing, Dog Boarding along with other furry friends, and farm raised Koi and Tilapia Fish.

7. Happy Trails Ranch

6776 Quail Valley Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309-6650 +1 850-570-3026 [email protected] http://happytrailsranch.com/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Happy Trails Ranch

8. The Gypsy Gold Farm

12501 SW 8th Ave, Ocala, FL 34473-8301 +1 352-817-1777 [email protected] http://www.gypsygold.com
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5.0 based on 819 reviews

The Gypsy Gold Farm

Our founders, the Thompsons, connected over a mutual love of animals, and thereafter discovered an unknown breed of horse, developed by British Gypsies, while traveling through the English countryside. After a four-year journey to understand these horses and the culture that created them, they took part in naming them, the Gypsy Vanner horse. The Gypsy Gold Farm is home to the first 16 registered horses of a breed that's now 6,000 animals strong with registries . Their 40-acre farm is a Central Florida Trip Advisor favorite, education and cultural oasis, where visitors learn about one of the most colorful and least understood societies on earth and the magical Vanner Horses they envisioned. Farm tours are available every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10:00 am and last for two hours. Tickets may be purchased on our website.

Reviewed By AnnB426

When you visit Gypsy Gold Horse Farm you are not just going to see a very special breed of horses, but you are going to learn about a way of life. Dennis has such a knowledge and obvious passion for the Gypsy Vanner horse that I could have listened all day as he told us about the origins of his beautiful horses and the lives of the peoples who bred them As we toured the paddocks and spent time with the beautiful gentle horses Dennis gave visitors time to pet and photograph them. We learned more about the characteristics of the breed, and were able to experience their personalities for ourselves. Is Gypsy Gold Horse Farm worth visiting again? That has to be a resounding yes, once is never enough to see the Gypsy Vanner Horses.

9. STARanch Alpaca Trek

17700 Caloosa Rd, Alva, FL 33920-3301 +1 239-728-5022 [email protected] http://www.STARanchalpacas.com
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

STARanch Alpaca Trek

We are an alpaca farm in southwest Florida. We offer many experiences with alpacas including an alpaca trek. You will be able to walk an alpaca along the creeks and rivers in southwest Florida and have and oppertunity to meet and handle these glorius creatures.

10. Southern Skies Ranch

13366 Hurricane Dr, Weeki Wachee, FL 34614-2127
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Southern Skies Ranch

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