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Captain Obvious “Obi” Bay Gelding Rocky Mountain Horse

4 years • Gelding • Rocky Mountain Horse

Obi is a gorgeous Registered & Certified Rocky Mountain Bay Gelding that’s 4 Years old and 14.1 hands. This stocky, well-built bay gelding is the total package—gorgeous, gentle, and ready to go wherever you want to take him. He's a true "in your pocket" horse with a sweet, gentle disposition and absolutely no bad habits. His mane and tail are stunning, and his build is solid and sturdy—built for comfort and confidence on the trail. Obi was started the right way, desensitized early on before going under saddle and even competed in Obstacle in hand competitions! Trail-Ready and Proven: This boy has been ridden all over the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois and is a fantastic trail and obstacle horse. He's happy to ride out alone or in a group, and it doesn't matter to him whether he's leading the pack or bringing up the rear—he's steady and reliable either way. Easy Keeper, Easy to Handle: Good with saddling Good for the farrier Loads without issue If you're looking for a gentle, dependable Rocky Mountain gelding with the looks to match his personality, this one checks every box! Obi’s video shows some of his early-on desensitizing and him currently on the trails! He’s up to date on his vaccines, worming, feet, coggins and health cert! Located in Metropolis, IL.

Metropolis, IL 62960Rocky Mountain Horse14.1Gelding
Price$11,000
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Celtic Ridge Hamilton Blue Roan Stallion Rocky Mountain Horse

6 years • Stallion • Rocky Mountain Horse

Hamilton is a stunning Blue Roan stallion thats 14.3 and the perfect age of 6. His owner/breeder was not going to sell Hamilton, he was being kept as one of their personal trail horses but life changes happened so he’s available! He’s been with their trainer in KY for 3 years and the trainer trail rode him the first 2 years but hadn’t rode him this year. Owner never registered Hamilton so that’s being done now and then he’ll get certified to breed! Hamilton would make an excellent breeding stallion with his beautiful color, smooth gait, wonderful disposition and perfect RM conformation! His pedigree speaks for itself. His sire is also a stunning Blue Roan that’s 25 yrs old and still breeding! His Dam is out of Multi Grand Champion conformation winner the late Ace Of Spades! This boy loves people and was raised with hands on love and care plus since he’s never bred he doesn’t act like a stud at all! When we took his videos Hamilton was pulled out of his stall after not being ridden for almost a year and he just went right into his smooth gait right away! Trainer is getting him muscled up and back on the trails do he’ll be ready for his new owner can hit the trails! If you like he can be gelded and you’ll have a wonderful gorgeous trail horse! More videos coming of him on the trails soon!

Frenchburg, KY 40322Rocky Mountain Horse14.3Stallion
Price$15,000
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SPADE Black Gelding Percheron

6 years • Gelding • Percheron

"AVAILABLE ON ONLINE HORSE AUCTION AT www DOT MagicHorseAuction DOT com BIDDING OPEN NOW thru TUESDAY | NOVEMBER 10TH!! BUY IT NOW AVAILABLE! *Final price will be determined on auction site* CONSIGNOR CONTACT INFO: Bar B Equine #573-578-2240 LOCATION: Rolla, MO" "Mr. Dreamy aka Spade! Meet Spade, a stunning 6-year-old, 16.2hh jet-black, stocky-built gelding with a Percheron, Quarter Horse, and Morgan cross. Complete with a long, wavy mane and tail, he’s as handsome as they come! Spade is well-broke to ride English or Western, with a smooth, elegant trot and a canter like sitting on a cloud. He’s soft in the mouth, has excellent brakes, and is beautifully responsive to his rider. He’s also well-trained to drive. With years of natural horsemanship training, Spade confidently tackles trails, deep water, steep terrain, traffic, bikes, and even kayaks. He’s completed our desensitizing program with flying colors and has enjoyed attending hunter paces. Beyond his talent, Spade has the sweetest personality. He’s easygoing, gets along with everyone, loves people, and happily fits into anything from a backyard setting to a busy boarding barn. Whether you’re looking for a dependable trail partner, a fun arena horse, or a family-friendly companion, Spade checks all the boxes. He’s the kind of horse that’s hard to find and even harder to forget!Spade lives in Howell, Michigan. Please call or text Ellesse Schwartz at 248-390-6831 for more information!"

Howell, MI 48855Percheron16.2Gelding
Highest offerNo offers yetAsking $ 7,500.008d 8h 8m 29s0 active bidders
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JUDY Black Mare Percheron

4 years • Mare • Percheron

"""AVAILABLE ON ONLINE HORSE AUCTION AT www DOT MagicHorseAuction DOT com BIDDING OPEN NOW thru TUESDAY | NOVEMBER 17TH!! *Final price will be determined on auction site* CONSIGNOR CONTACT INFO: JULIE MEYER #717-875-2061 LOCATION: GAP, PA" "Check out this cutie! 🥰 ✨Judy✨ is a 4-year-old, 15.2–15.3hh Perch/Morgan cross mare. This girl has the biggest personality! She would seriously crawl into your pocket if you let her—she loves people! Judy has had a great start under saddle. She will ride Western, English, bareback, or ride her backward and with your eyes closed! She is SAFE, a cute mover, and she can take a joke. This mare is incredibly special and talented for her age! Under saddle, Judy has a solid walk, trot, and canter both ways, and she’s pretty much dummy-proof! She has packed a variety of people, from beginners to more advanced riders, and everyone loves her! She’s learning to go on connection, and she moves off leg, or you can ride her on a loose rein! She will stop on a dime with a simple voice or seat cue and will stop if her rider gets unbalanced. She wants to please and always has a good attitude! She tends to be more of a push ride, so you don’t have to worry about this one running off with ya! She will happily pick up the pace when she’s asked, and her speed is adjustable. She naturally has a well-balanced, slow canter both ways, and she can pick it up from a walk. Judy is extremely comfortable, and she’s a pleasure to ride in every single way! Judy has been trailered off-property to a variety of outings! She went to her first starter trials event and did all three phases with confidence and elegance. She’s tackled many different trails without batting an eye. Steep terrain, creeks, bridges—she does it all! Judy is never one to be spooky, and she’s been desensitized to tarps, flags, smoke, dogs, bikers, hikers, wildlife, equipment, minibikes, and traffic. She’s also been trailered out to jumping lessons and acted as cool as a cucumber with the new sights and scary jumps. Over jumps, she’s naturally talented, careful with her feet, and has cute form. She has scope and athleticism. At this age, we’ve mostly kept the jumps small; however, she has jumped up to 2’6” with scope for higher. She’s brave to take cross-country and always gets the right answers! This mare has a solid head on her shoulders and a wisdom about her beyond her years. In the barn, Judy’s a pleasure to work with and is simply an easy horse to have around. She has no bad stall habits, stands to be groomed, tacked up, and bathed, and has good manners for turnout. She is never one to cause unnecessary drama, and she goes out in the field with both mares and geldings. This is a lovely young mare with lots of talent and years to give! We could see Judy thriving in any discipline she continues in, and it’s impossible not to fall in love with this girl! 💖 ✨ UTD on shots, Coggins, dentist, farrier, and deworming.✨"

Gap, PA 17527Percheron15.2Mare
Highest offerNo offers yetAsking $ 7,500.008d 8h 8m 29s0 active bidders
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THOR Bay Gelding Clydesdale

5 years • Gelding • Clydesdale

"""AVAILABLE ON ONLINE HORSE AUCTION AT www DOT MagicHorseAuction DOT com BIDDING OPEN NOW thru TUESDAY | NOVEMBER 17TH!! *Final price will be determined on auction site* CONSIGNOR CONTACT INFO: JULIE MEYER #717-875-2061 LOCATION: GAP, PA" """🦄 THE ONE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR 🦄 Proudly introducing ✨Thor✨! WOW, is this gelding unique! We’ve never found one like him before, and we probably never will again! More fondly known around the barn as the “baby giraffe,” this guy stands a staggering 18.2 to 18.3 hands (roughly… he’s bigger than the measuring stick)! Thor is a beautifully built, 5 year old DWB/Clyde cross. His sire is the well accomplished stallion 𝓤𝓷𝓸 𝓓𝓸𝓷 𝓓𝓲𝓮𝓰𝓸. Uno’s foals are known for having three quality gaits and good temperaments, both of which have certainly proved true for Thor! He has the BEST temperament and personality! He truly acts like a big puppy dog! His mind is phenomenal, he has great character, and he’s sure to get noticed with his four white socks and big blaze. 🤩 He’s absolutely breathtaking! Under saddle, Thor is going beautifully both in the arena and out! He rides both Western and English, and he looks good in both! 😍 In the ring, Thor has a ground covering walk, trot, and canter both ways. He’s well balanced and has tons of flash to his movement. He has been learning to go with connection, balance himself, and move off leg pressure. He will extend out or collect, or you can ride him on the buckle! He’s easy to get along with, safe, and sensible. He can take a joke, and if you get unbalanced or make a mistake, he doesn’t mind! He’s the perfect balance of woah and go. He’ll mosey around on the buckle all day or happily pick up the pace and work. He’s suitable for amateurs, fun for a professional, and will even pack around beginners. He has had an easy, slow start to life and has been started correctly with the basics. He has comfortable gaits, the most fun uphill canter to ride, and a willing attitude every time he’s pulled out. We have no doubt this gelding would be a standout dressage mount, though he’s also proved to be athletic and capable of going in any direction! Over jumps, Thor is incredibly honest, and he naturally has great form! He was started over jumps this past summer, and he’s blown us away with how much he’s learned! He is brave to the jump, easy to see a distance on, and has schooled up to 3’3” with plenty of ability to go higher. He has been out cross country as well as schooling simple combinations and courses in the ring. He retains knowledge incredibly well, making every ride enjoyable, and he’ll make you proud to see the progress. He is versatile and full of potential! We could see him killing it in the show ring, or he could make a steady fox hunter! The options are endless with Thor. On the trail, Thor has lots of miles at many different locations! He acts the same away from home as he does at home, and he’s used to hopping in the trailer for an adventure. He’s brave enough to lead or will happily follow in a group. He’s gone over bridges, past hikers and bikers, and has even had deer jump out right in front of him without him blinking an eye! His “spook” is a rarity, and if it ever does happen, he takes a look and then he’s the kind of horse you can push on and he’ll forget about it in seconds! Thor is as sane as they come, and he’s been desensitized to A LOT. He has a little kid kind of curiosity about him and tends to check things out rather than have a negative reaction. For example, the ball, tarp, and flag all got taste tested 😂, and if he could’ve tasted the smoke bombs, he would’ve! He’s also very familiar with loud dogs, equipment, and all types of traffic. It’s rare to find a young horse with such an unflappable attitude, and Thor genuinely takes it to the next level! On the ground, Thor truly acts like a pet, always wanting attention and affection! He’ll stand all day to be groomed, tacked up, and fussed over, and he loves a good bath. Sometimes, he needs to be reminded of personal space. Half the time, I don’t think he realizes he’s an abnormal giant! 😅 Thor is never malicious or mean. If anything, he’s too friendly and would live in your pocket if he could! He keeps us laughing with his playful shenanigans, and he likes to put everything in his mouth like a big baby. 😆 He gets noticed EVERYWHERE he goes, and his beauty is absolutely jaw dropping! He’s a great personality to have around, and he genuinely keeps everyone smiling. We got Thor directly from his breeder. He’s had one home before us and hasn’t been passed around. We have all his health, breeding, and past history, not to mention his adorable baby pictures! Thor has always been well cared for and incredibly loved, so we only want the BEST home for this gentle giant! ❤️"""

Gap, PA 17527Clydesdale18.3Gelding
Highest offerNo offers yetAsking $ 20,500.008d 8h 8m 29s0 active bidders
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CIMMARON Overo Gelding Paint

7 years • Gelding • Paint

"""AVAILABLE ON ONLINE HORSE AUCTION AT www DOT MagicHorseAuction DOT com BIDDING OPEN NOW thru TUESDAY | NOVEMBER 17TH!! BUY IT NOW AVAILABLE! *Final price will be determined on auction site* CONSIGNOR CONTACT INFO: Alexis Eagleburger #660-438-0306 LOCATION: Cole Camp, MO""" Meet Cimmaron! This handsome 7-year-old gelding stands 14.2HH and has one of the most stunning buckskin paint coats you'll find. He walks, trots, and lopes, rides off quiet and gentle, and has a great stop off your seat. Cimmaron is a kind, easygoing gelding ready to find his next family and make someone a great partner!

Cole Camp, MO 65325Paint14.2Gelding
Highest offerNo offers yetAsking $ 3,500.008d 8h 8m 29s0 active bidders
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Fancy Sorrel Mare Quarter Horse

9 years • Mare • Quarter Horse

Fancy ,,, 9 year old registered mare ,, a very fun talented mare searching for her new forever home ,,,, in the arnea Fancy has a responsive neck rein , moves off of leg pressure ,a comfortable sitting trot as well as a good ground covering extended trot. Fancy has a solid spin and a soft backup as well ! On trails Fancy is super quiet ,gos over logs and ghruogh creeks with ease ! Fancy has given beginner riders confidence and is always trying to please ! Fancy has entered in a ranch trail class as well as a mountain trail class and handles new environments well ! 100 percent sound ! Traffic safe ! No vices !

Fredericksburg, OH 44627Quarter Horse14.3Mare
Price$15,000
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Little Southern Sunrise “Aspen” Palomino Gelding Missouri Fox Trotter

11 years • Gelding • Missouri Fox Trotter

THEHORSEBAY.COM Meet Little Southern Sunrise, affectionately known as Aspen! If you’re looking for a seasoned, well-traveled Missouri Fox Trotter with a level head, a naturally smooth gait, and a love for seeing the country, Aspen deserves your attention. At 11 years old, Aspen has had the opportunity to experience some beautiful country. He’s traveled extensively through the mountains and scenic trails of Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, and Missouri, giving him valuable miles and experiences in a variety of settings. He’s the kind of horse that brings a little more confidence and enjoyment to the ride, letting you take in the scenery instead of worrying about what’s around the next bend. Trail Experience: Aspen has seen his fair share of mountain country and knows what it means to get out and cover some ground. From the rugged beauty of the Rockies to the scenic trails of Missouri, he’s had the opportunity to experience miles of adventure. He’s a seasoned trail partner with the experience to appreciate a good day’s ride. Temperament: One of Aspen’s greatest attributes is his level-headed disposition and sweet, sweet nature. He has a sensible, steady mind that makes him an enjoyable partner to have along. He brings a reassuring presence to the ride, with a good mind and a willingness to enjoy the journey. He’s the first one to greet you at the gate too! I call him my golden retriever! Gait & Riding Experience: As a registered Missouri Fox Trotter, Aspen offers the smooth, comfortable gait the breed is so well known for. His naturally smooth way of traveling makes covering miles more enjoyable, especially on longer rides. Whether you’re taking in a quiet afternoon on the trail or heading out for another mountain adventure, a comfortable ride makes all the difference. Hauling: Aspen loads and hauls well, making traveling with him that much easier. Whether you’re heading across the state for a weekend ride or planning your next big adventure, he’s ready to go. Riding Skills: Aspen is easy to ride because his gait is smooth, his mind is on his job, and his rider. He has a great neck rein so you can ride one-handed. He is soft in the mouth, responsive to leg cues, side passes, and backs up; he has a nice stop and pivot, and he will come to either side for mounting. If you want him to do anything, just ask, and he will do it. Cattle work: With his great mind and handle, he makes a solid work companion for moving and sorting cattle. He’s an all-around great companion that would be an amazing addition to anyone’s life. There’s something special about a horse that has seen so much of the country and still has plenty of adventures ahead. Aspen has miles behind him and many more to make with his next person. If you’re looking for a registered Missouri Fox Trotter with a smooth gait, a level head, and experience traveling through some beautiful country, Little Southern Sunrise may be just the horse you’ve been looking for. Aspen is ready for his next chapter and new adventures with someone who will appreciate everything he has to offer. I encourage you to watch his videos to get a better feel for him. Please reach out with any questions or to arrange a time to meet Aspen!

New London, IA 52645Missouri Fox Trotter14.1Gelding
Price$8,000
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Chances Taffy Major “Pie” Grey Gelding Missouri Fox Trotter

13 years • Gelding • Missouri Fox Trotter

THEHORSEBAY.COM Meet Chances Taffy Major, affectionately known as Pie! If you’re looking for a big, beautiful, well-seasoned horse with the heart of a sweetheart and a disposition that’s getting harder and harder to find, Pie deserves your attention. He’s the kind of horse that makes you fall in love with riding all over again. Strong, willing, and capable, yet kind, gentle, and genuinely enjoyable to be around. I often call him my Western unicorn, because horses like him are something special! Size & Disposition: Standing a generous 15.3 hands, Pie has the size and substance to comfortably accommodate a variety of riders. But what really makes him special is his gentle nature. He has a kind eye, a wonderful disposition, and is always one of the first to greet you when you walk out into the pasture. He’s the kind of horse you look forward to seeing every day. There’s just something about his sweet personality that makes him hard not to love. Trail & Camping Experience: Pie has been hauled all over and has enjoyed several camping trips, giving him plenty of opportunities to get out, see the country, and experience life beyond the home pasture. He’s a horse you can take along for the adventure, whether that means a weekend camping trip, exploring new trails, or simply enjoying a beautiful day in the saddle. He’s well-traveled and has the experience to make those outings that much more enjoyable. Gait & Riding Experience: Pie has a naturally smooth Fox Trot and flat-foot walk, along with a canter when you ask for it. Whether you prefer a relaxed ride at a comfortable walk or want to cover ground in his smooth natural gait, he offers a comfortable, enjoyable experience. He’s strong and willing, with a good work ethic and a kind disposition that make him a pleasure to ride. Manners & Versatility: One of Pie’s greatest qualities is his willingness to please. He’s the kind of horse that makes you feel like you have a partner, not just a ride. And if you happen to leave the bridle behind? No problem! Pie is happy to go along without it. He has the kind of easygoing nature and trustworthiness that make him such a special horse to have around. Personality: This is where Pie really steals your heart. He has that soft, kind eye that seems to tell you everything you need to know. He’s friendly, affectionate, and genuinely enjoys people. He’s not just a horse you enjoy riding; he’s one you enjoy spending time with. From meeting you at the pasture gate to heading out on another adventure, Pie brings a little something special to every day. There are plenty of good horses in the world, but every once in a while, you come across one that checks so many boxes and has the personality to match. Pie is that horse. He’s big enough, kind enough, experienced enough, and versatile enough to be an incredible partner for someone looking for a horse they can truly enjoy. Chances Taffy Major is ready for his next chapter! If you’ve been searching for that special horse with a big heart, a smooth ride, and a disposition that makes you smile every time you see him, Pie might just be your Western unicorn. I encourage you to watch his videos to get a better feel for him. Please reach out with any questions or to arrange a time to meet Pie. We’d love for you to see what makes him so special!

New London, IA 52645Missouri Fox Trotter15.3Gelding
Price$8,000
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KHAN Black Gelding Percheron

6 years • Gelding • Percheron

THEHORSEBAY.COM A horse who can take you from a trail ride to a day in the arena, confidently explore new adventures, and win over everyone he meets along the way! Khan is a gorgeous 6-year-old Percheron gelding standing 16.3 hands. He offers an impressive combination of size, versatility, training, and a willing disposition. Recently, Khan joined me for a weekend camping trip with friends and quickly became a favorite among the entire group. Khan is confident out on the trail. He rides out alone or with others and takes new environments in stride. Water crossings, downfall, bridges, natural obstacles, steep inclines, and uneven terrain are all part of the adventure. He ties overnight on a high line like a gentleman. And has a particularly handy trick, with a simple snap of your fingers, Khan is trained to “pick you up” from wherever you need to mount. Whether you’re getting on from the mounting block, ground, or finding a convenient spot along the trail. While Khan is a great trail companion, his talents don’t stop there. He transitions easily into the arena and rides both English and Western. A gorgeous mover! He has a comfortable walk, trot, and canter. Travels both directions on the correct lead. Moves laterally. Is lightly started over cross rails and has the potential to make an enjoyable foxhunting partner. With his size, athletic ability, and adaptable nature, Khan offers plenty of possibilities for someone wanting a horse to enjoy across multiple disciplines. Khan is easy to own. He is easy to catch, loads and hauls well, and does well with the farrier. He stalls well or is perfectly content living outside in a mixed herd. Whether you envision miles on the trail, exploring new places with friends, or enjoying days in the arena, Khan has the versatility to make your time together special. Khan is current on all care, is located in Auburn, and we are happy to assist in arranging transportation to anywhere. If you’d like to meet Khan or ask any additional questions before welcoming him to your barn, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We would love to help you discover whether Khan is the right partner for your next adventure!

Auburn, KY 42206Percheron16.3Gelding
Price$7,500
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Beaumont Blue Roan Gelding Quarter Horse

10 years • Gelding • Quarter Horse

THEHORSEBAY.COM Meet Beaumont! He is a 10-year-old blue roan Percheron/QH draft cross gelding standing 16 hands tall. He is well broke to ride and drive. He stands tied, loads easily, and bathes. He is easy to catch. He also stands nicely to be tacked up, harnessed, and hitched. He rides bareback as well. Beaumont is very well-rounded in what he can do. He is very traffic-safe and can be ridden/driven in town. He will cross water, logs, bridges, and ditches. He is trained to “sit down” if you back him up to something he can sit on. He has also been lightly started over low fences and could school higher with someone who wanted to go in that direction. Beaumont is an excellent trail horse, can handle various terrain, and goes up and down steep inclines sensibly and safely. He is content to walk along, but will move out when asked. Beaumont is a safe prospect for mounted shooting. We have even done that while driving him! He also carries a flag and has worked with cattle. He has ridden through sorting pens loading calves and has also been exposed to some roping. He does well in different management situations. He can be stalled, on full pasture turnout, or a combination of the two, and is an easy keeper with no maintenance needed. He is sound and stands for the farrier and vet.

Depauw, IN 47115Quarter Horse16.0Gelding
Price$6,000
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Sunny Bay Gelding Mule

6 years • Gelding • Mule

THEHORSEBAY.COM Sunny” is simply one of the good ones. He has been my go-to mule for a couple of years now. I’m offering him through no fault of his own. I enjoy getting good young mules on the right track with a solid foundation and sending them on to their forever home. “Sunny” is ready for his. Sunny has been an absolute pleasure to have around. He is easy to handle, be around, and catch. He is great for the farrier, easy to bathe, and stands tied. He loads easily and stands to be saddled like one should. Standing at 16.1 h, Sunny has the kind of stride anyone would enjoy on those long mountain trail rides. You spend a day on him in the trails, and it’s like a day in grandma’s rocking chair, just nice and easy. I have ridden Sunny out on trails alone on multiple trips. He has been hauled all over the Gunnison, CO area, all over Oklahoma, and Arkansas; all trail riding. Sunny is made for the mountains!! Sunny is not complicated to ride; he has the kind of handle that just about anyone can get along with. He will lay down to mount/dismount and will pick you up off of just about anything to mount. He would be fine with walking trails every day of his life and will trot nicely. Sunny is not pushy and has great ground manners. Sunny has crossed bridges; he will step over logs, walk through creeks, and he is also good with his ears. I have spent nearly every day for 2 years with this mule; I know exactly what he is and what he is not. I encourage everyone interested in him to give me a call, and let’s discuss if he’s a good fit for you! He’s had his teeth floated and will be standing on fresh shoes when he ships or is picked up. -Willie

Okemah, OK 74859Mule16.1Gelding
Price$5,000
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Trail Horses for Sale Across the USA

A good trail horse is calm, sure-footed and willing, and stays settled around other horses, water, hills and changing footing. Whether you want a steady gaited horse for long rides, a Quarter Horse for weekend trails or a big, calm draft cross, you can compare trail horses for sale from sellers across the country on this page. Trail riding horses for sale come from private sellers, so read each description for how much trail riding the horse has done and where it has been ridden. Use the filters to narrow the list by breed, age, gender, color, price and state.

Gaited, Trained and Safe Trail Horses

Many riders choose gaited trail horses such as Missouri Fox Trotters, Tennessee Walking Horses, Rocky Mountain Horses and Paso Finos for a smooth ride over long distances, and the Breed filter makes them easy to compare. Others look for trained trail horses with real miles behind them, or safe trail horses that suit a beginner. Use the Discipline filter to look for trail riding, gaited, beginner and kid safe horses, and remember that "safe" is the seller's description, so ask how the horse behaves out alone, in a group and around traffic.

How to Choose the Right Trail Horse

Think about the terrain and the riding you plan to do, then match the horse's training and temperament to your own experience. Trail horse prices vary widely because age, training, breed and experience all change what a seller asks, so use the price filter to see what sellers are asking today. Ask for video of the horse on the trail, contact the seller directly through the listing, ride the horse on terrain like yours, check how it handles water, hills and loading, and agree a pre-purchase veterinary exam before you buy. You can also browse every horse for sale on Equine Listings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a good trail riding horse?

A good trail riding horse is calm, sure-footed and willing, stays settled around other horses, and handles water, hills, traffic and loading without fuss. Training and experience matter more than breed, so read each description for how much trail riding the horse has done, and ask where it has been ridden and in what conditions.

Are gaited horses good for trail riding?

Many riders choose gaited horses for trail riding because they offer a smooth ride over long distances. Use the Breed filter to look for gaited trail horses for sale such as Missouri Fox Trotters, Tennessee Walking Horses, Rocky Mountain Horses and Paso Finos, and ask the seller which gaits the horse offers and how consistent they are.

What is a good beginner or safe trail horse?

A good beginner trail horse is quiet, forgiving and used to riders who are still learning. Look for safe trail horses described as beginner or kid safe, ask how the horse behaves out alone and in a group, and arrange a trial ride on the terrain you plan to use. Never judge a beginner horse on photos alone.

How much does a trained trail horse cost?

Price depends on age, training, breed, experience and soundness, so a young green horse and a trained trail horse with miles behind it are priced very differently. Use the price filter on this page to see what sellers are asking right now, and compare horses of similar age and trail experience rather than relying on an average.

What are the best trail horse breeds?

No single breed is best. Quarter Horses, Appaloosas and Paints are common trail horses, gaited breeds are popular for comfort, and draft horses and draft crosses suit riders who want a big, steady mount. Use the Breed filter to compare trail horse breeds, then choose the individual horse by temperament, soundness and training.

How do I find trail horses for sale near me?

Use the State filter and the City / County box to narrow the listings to your area, then open a listing to see the seller's town. Trying a horse on real trails near you is ideal. If the best horse is farther away, ask for video of it on the trail and plan the transport before you commit.

What should I check before buying a trail horse?

Ride the horse on a trail if you can, and watch how it handles water, hills, other horses and being tied or loaded. Check soundness, hooves, age and health records, contact the seller through the listing with Message Seller, and have a veterinarian of your choice perform a pre-purchase exam before you pay.

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