Elk Mountain Riding Company

Elk Mountain Riding Company Western North Carolina High Country's Most Scenic Horseback Trail Riding Adventures since 2010. Reservation only. Minimum age to ride is 8 years old.
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Make reservations and see our riding packages and all other info on our website. We also host special events such as birthdays, weddings, and music events! 🤠 Booking must be made through the website at www.elkmountainriding.co. All riders must weigh under 225lbs. No tandem riding. We now offer beautiful scenic 2023 community tours for 1.5-2 hours. We also have private tours and longer excursions. We look forward to seeing you on the trail soon!

06/22/2026

Happy Monday! 🤠 It’s a beautiful and packed day here on the mountain with folks rushing to get in a scenic tour before the thunderstorms set in this afternoon.

Meet the tiny critters living in our waters!💦This Thursday join us for ✨Creek Critters & Fireflies ✨ at Elk Mountain Rid...
06/22/2026

Meet the tiny critters living in our waters!💦
This Thursday join us for ✨Creek Critters & Fireflies ✨ at Elk Mountain Riding Company, and discover the incredible, alien-like creatures that call our local waters home. From underwater architects to miniature predators, aquatic insects are the unsung heroes of our ecosystems.

Bring the family, get your hands wet, and see what’s swimming in our streams! 🔍 Afterwards stay for a magical evening of fireflies.

🗓️ June 25, 2026
⏱️7pm - 10pm
📍Elk Mountain Riding Company - 161 Johnson Rd, Newland, NC 28657
🧒FREE For kids ages 17 & under. (Limit 2 kids per adult ticket)

➡️Book Online: https://fireflies.elkmountainriding.co/

🐛 Think bugs only live on land? Think again! 🌊Dive into a hidden world right beneath the surface! Join us for our Firefl...
06/21/2026

🐛 Think bugs only live on land? Think again! 🌊

Dive into a hidden world right beneath the surface! Join us for our Firefly & Creek Critters event and discover the incredible, alien-like creatures that call our local waters home. From underwater architects to miniature predators, aquatic insects are the unsung heroes of our ecosystems.

Bring the family, get your hands wet, and see what’s swimming in our streams! 🔍🦞

**BONUS** For attendees only! Free Firefly observation following the Creek Critters event! Bring your lawn chairs and stay for a spectacular nature show!

📅 When: THIS Thursday, June 25th
📍 Where: Elk Mountain Riding Company in Newland, NC
🎟️ Admission: www.elkmountainriding.co

06/20/2026

Firefly Event 2026 @ Elk Mountain Riding Company in Newland, NC

06/17/2026

With average temps in the mid 70’s all week here in Western NC, horses and guests alike are enjoying the mountain weather! Hope to see you all on the trail soon! 🤠🌼

06/15/2026

And they are so amazing to watch!

You do NOT want to miss this! The mountain nights come alive, and you have front row seats to the most beautiful theatri...
06/13/2026

You do NOT want to miss this! The mountain nights come alive, and you have front row seats to the most beautiful theatrical display of nature - where you can’t tell where the fireflies end and the stars begin! Limited spots, and tickets are going FAST! Get yours today at www.elkmountainriding.co.
Did we mention…kids are FREE!! 😊

Firefly Viewing Nights & Creek Critter Day · June 19–25, 2026 · Newland, NC.

Address

161 Johnson Road
Newland, NC
28657

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18283514041

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