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P3 Lake Louisa LLC

Drag Wrangler

Clermont, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $15/hr

Guiding from front/rear/side while always maintaining control of your own horse. * Pony another horse on a trail. * Provide handled rides to young participants. * Provide first aid and CPR as needed ...

Triple Creek Ranch

Wrangler

Darby, MT

$14.50/hr

Constantly position oneself on horseback to guide guest trail rides. * Constantly communicate with guests while guiding trail rides. * Frequently use hands to groom, feed and doctor horses.

Triple Creek Ranch

Wrangler

Darby, MT · On-site

$14.50/hr

Constantly position oneself on horseback to guide guest trail rides. * Constantly communicate with guests while guiding trail rides. * Frequently use hands to groom, feed and doctor horses.

Triple Creek Ranch

Wrangler

Darby, MT · On-site

$14.50/hr

Constantly position oneself on horseback to guide guest trail rides. * Constantly communicate with guests while guiding trail rides. * Frequently use hands to groom, feed and doctor horses.

YMCA

Camp Wrangler (Day Camp Ihduhapi)

Loretto, MN

$17/hr

Horsemanship program responsibilities include monitoring riders' safety, teaching horse riding curriculum, while guiding student engagement throughout the program. 2. Essential Functions: * Model the ...

ymcafw

$12 - $14/hr

Lead horseback riding lessons and guided trail rides for campers and guests of varying skill levels. * Assist with horse care, including feeding, grooming, tacking, and stall maintenance. * Ensure ...

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How much do horseback guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for horseback guide in the United States is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a horseback guide?

A Horseback Guide typically starts the day by preparing horses—feeding, grooming, and checking their tack and health for readiness. Guides lead groups of riders along designated trails, offering instruction and ensuring everyone’s safety while sharing information about the local environment and points of interest. They are also responsible for addressing guest questions, monitoring group dynamics, and managing unexpected situations, such as changes in weather or a nervous rider. Post-ride, guides often care for the horses, maintain equipment, and update logs or records. This hands-on, people-oriented role is ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors and sharing their passion for horses with others.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the horseback guide position, and why are they important?

A Horseback Guide is responsible for leading trail rides, ensuring the safety of both riders and horses, and providing an enjoyable experience for guests. They may work at ranches, resorts, or national parks, guiding groups through scenic trails while offering insights about the area. Duties often include saddling horses, giving riding instructions, and monitoring horse care. Strong communication skills and experience with horses are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various Horseback Guide job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,987 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Barn Maintenance

Cordillera Ranch Club Management

Boerne, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

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Description:

Full Time Barn Hand: Cordillera Equestrian Center is seeking a hard-working and engaging individual for a barn hand position. Our Equestrian Center is located on 300 acres of land in Boerne's Hill Country. Currently we have 24 horses, but we are still growing. We cater to Cordillera Ranch members and their guests. The barn offers boarding, English and western horseback riding lessons, guided trail rides, kids' horse camps, parties, riding clinics, and social events.


Job Description: This is a full-time position feeding and providing daily care for the horses, barn upkeep, exercising horses, possibly teaching lessons, and giving guided trail rides throughout the property. For lessons, we serve a wide range of riders- beginners, experienced, children, adults, English, western, pleasure, jumping, etc.

Requirements:

We are looking for someone with horse experience, knowledgeable and experienced individuals able to mend fences, perform barn maintenance, and know their way around a working horse ranch. Cordillera Ranch is a private Residential area and does not provide housing or relocation packages for this position.

Compensation is based on capabilities and experience.