Diamond D Horse Stables

Diamond D Horse Stables is part of the Diamond D Ranch, which is privately owned in Jacksonville, Florida. The ranch has been under the same ownership for 50 years. They offer a variety of different programs such as learning how to work with cattle and horses. The spread contains 600 acres of ranch land, forest, and natural landscape. Family, couples, or individuals can come to the ranch to learn ranching or to ride a horse for a few hours.

The horse rides run through the 26,000 acres of Jennings State Forest. It is a scenic forest area owned by the city. Guests can see a variety of natural plants, wildlife, and trees of Florida.

Most trails take visitors across Yellow Water Creek or Black Creek on horseback. The trail guides are experienced and knowledgeable about the area. They offer history of the ranch and the area. The actual ranch is from the 1800s, making it one of the oldest in Florida. American Bison, Emus, Water Buffalo, Deer, Reas, Sheep, Antelope, Goats and more can be spotted on a trail ride. Reservations are possible Monday through Saturday between 8am and 5pm. The last ride is about an hour before closing.