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Danada Equestrian Center - Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Danada Equestrian Center - Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Riding Lessons / AcademyRiding LessonsDressageHunter / Jumper
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Danada Equestrian Center - Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is a riding academy in Wheaton. Horseback riding lessons are available for individuals aged 12 and older, covering group and individual instruction in horsemanship and trail riding skills. Intermediate to advanced riders can participate in guided trail rides and trail obstacle classes within the DuPage forest preserves.

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Riding Lessons, Dressage, Hunter / Jumper

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4.7· 115 reviews on Google
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    Alissa DiMaggio· 4 months ago

    I love it here so much. Beautiful and peaceful with pretty trails to walk behind. One trail is 1 mile loop and the other one is a 6 mile loop. They are easy walks with very slight hills so it’s great for walking and talking with a friend or for some zen time. The horses are such an amazing extra special treat to be able to look at and admire their beauty. The picket fences are a cute touch.

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    Djordje· 11 months ago

    This is a great place to take a walk with plenty of trails. There are 2 barns with plenty of horses and a bunch of fields for when they're out. The parking here is free and always an open spot. The trails here extend for miles (I believe 20+ miles total) as it connects to Blackwell and the surrounding parks/lakes.

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    H R· 3 months ago

    I used to ride here for horsemanship classes about 25 years ago. This is an amazing place. The educators are so knowledgeable and they were incredibly patient. I recall loving their methods as well. Thiley have beautiful stables, horses, and pastures. I highly recommend even just a visit to walk around and ask some questions. Try horsemanship classes, they are so calming and unique how close you get to the horses. And get to know their personalities.

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    JR Photon· a year ago

    Relaxing area for a walk without crowds. Peaceful and serene all year, with the additional bonus of the horses being present on the grounds. Good amount of parking.

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High today

64°F

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10 kt

Gusts 19 kt

Rain chance

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