The Chickamauga Battlefield:

A very popular location located right in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia is the historic Chickamauga, Battlefield where many locals go to walk, ride bikes, and ride their horses through the trails. There are three horseback riding trails offered. The red trail is a loop that is just under 8 miles, the white trail is a cut through which is just over 5 miles, and the blue trail is a connector trail just under a mile long. They all interconnect with the red trail being the main loop. The trails are mostly flat with some washout and rocks but a very moderate route.

The parking lot for horse trailers is at the corner of Dyer Road and Vittetoe Chickamauga Road. The parking lot is very accessible, where you have the ability to pull off and pull through without needing to backup or turn around. The trails are easy to find, just up the hill directly across from the parking lot.

North Pocket Loop Trail:

This is considered a very challenging trail, it can take up to 5 hours to complete with almost 10 miles to cover. There is bridge crossing, water crossing, and steep inclines. It is open year around for horseback riding, walking, biking, and dogs! This loop is located near Chickamauga, Georgia right off of Hog Jowl Road.

The parking lot is accessible with an easy back in or turn around area. The parking lot tends to be busy when the weather is nice, so having the ability to backup a horse trailer with precision wouldn't hurt.

Eureka Trail:

Located in Athens, Tennessee this is considered an easy out and back trail of 10 miles taking about 4 hours to complete. The trail is well kept and the parking has very easy access. The trails are beautiful and easy to ride! Located at 1400 E. Madison Avenue Athens, TN 37303.

Starr mountain horse trails

Located in Benton, TN on Starr Mountain and is adjoining with Chestnut Mountain. The trails used to be part of the forest service and logging roads. The trails range from easy to moderate and between .6 and almost 8 miles.

Hidden Hills Farm and Saddle Club:

The cost per rider is $55.00 for an hour long trail for those 10 and older. They are open from Sunday to Friday and closed on Saturdays. Please make sure to have closed toe shoes and long pants! Rides can be scheduled online through their website.

Located at: 1106 Pine Hill Road McDonald, TN 37353

Trails End Ranch

Located in Chickamauga Georgia. Appointments can be made Monday-Friday and walk ins are welcome on Saturday and Sunday. Rides start at $50.00 for an hour.

Located at: 224 Trails End Road, Chickamauga, GA 30707

Anne Zaharias at Skyview Farm (featured above)

Anne specializes in dressage and is the trainer and instructor at Skyview Farm in Riceville, TN. As a USDF Bronze and Silver medalist, she is equipped with over 20 years of teaching and training experience. Having successfully competed at Intermediate 1 on horses she trained herself, Anne possesses a deep understanding of equine development.

With extensive knowledge of various horse breeds, she tailors her approach to suit each horse-and-rider partnership, regardless of skill level. While dressage is her primary focus, she also helps riders from other disciplines integrate dressage principles into their jumping training. Anne occasionally teaches jumping lessons but only after thoroughly assessing each rider and horse to identify foundational training needs first.

She offers full training for your horse and weekly lessons at Skyview Farm. Known for her skill, kindness, and dedication, Anne is committed to helping riders progress and achieve their goals. Learn more about her training program and scheduling opportunities by visiting her website at www.azdressage.com or click the button below!

Susan H. Sjolund

“The Trainer’s Trainer”

USEF “R” judge and USHJA Certified Trainer Susan Sjolund is a leading mentor for professionals and riders dedicated to educated riding. A Hunter/Jumper expert, she is known for her unwavering commitment to safety, education, and excellence in all aspects of horsemanship and training.

Offering private instruction both at home and in the show ring, Susan understands the need for continued education in a discreet, pressure-free environment. Clients are guaranteed privacy and professionalism.

Her domestic and international clients praise her “horses come first” philosophy. With decades of success across all three rings, her honesty, integrity, and transparency make her one of the most sought-after instructors in the industry.

Susan is a highly skilled instructor and trainer specializing in Hunter/Jumpers and Show Jumping. With extensive knowledge of both horse and rider behavior, she combines expertise with a compassionate approach. Dedicated to putting the horse first, Susan ensures their well-being and advocates for them in every aspect of training and care. Beyond her equestrian excellence, she is a kind, educated, and deeply committed professional.

Now accepting new clients and available for travel. Visit susansjolund.org for more information on training, sales, and syndication.

Sky Blaire at Stoney Branch Acres.

Sky is the trainer at Stoney Branch acres, a 21 acre farm located in Georgetown, Tn. She is a wonderful trainer and just a wonderful person! She takes the best care of the horses she's responsible for! Stoney Branch also offers boarding.

Haven Wallace at Circle H Equestrian

Haven is the trainer at Circle H Equestrian located in Lafayette, Georgia. Haven grew up with horses and has always had a deep love for them. She continually expands her knowledge and horsemanship by learning from professional trainers in the area. With a diverse background in riding, Haven started in English until age 15, then transitioned to Western. She has since earned buckles in Ranch Riding, Barrel Racing, and Mustang Challenges.

With 11 years of training experience, Haven’s career began by working with friends' horses, growing rapidly through word of mouth to working with clients from the public. Rather than following a single method, Haven tailors her training approach to meet each horse’s unique needs, recognizing that one style does not work for all horses. She has worked with a variety of breeds and disciplines, from untouched Mustangs straight from holding facilities to bringing them under saddle, to restarting off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTB), and handling weanlings for basic training. Her experience covers a wide range of training needs.

In addition to training horses, Haven enjoys teaching lessons and hosting the Race the Clock Horse Show series. You can find out how to get into her training and lesson program from her Facebook page.

Vessel Farms

Vessel Farms is located in Flintstone Georgia, about 30 minutes from downtown Chattanooga. Vessel Farms hosts a seasonal horse camp, a yearly lesson program, and they offer full care stall boarding and full care pasture boarding with 400 acres of riding trails, a 200x135 covered arena, indoor round pen, hot water year round, lighted stalls, and private turnout lots. Katie Bass is their riding instructor, with over 18 years of experience in horse behavior she is a great option for lessons. You can contact Katie from her website or on her Facebook page.

Creekside Stables

Creekside Stables is located in Ringgold, Georgia, just over half an hour from Chattanooga, TN. This is an incredible facility run by the Peeples Family, who have of 30 years of horse experience. This barn offers 12x14 stalls, round pen, walker, a 300x108 outdoor arena, and 150x100 covered arena. Alex Case is the trainer at Creekside Stable. "He is a NRHA World Champion, Reserve World Champion and 2x NRHA Open Derby Finalist." They offer lessons for all levels as well as horse training. Find out more about them on their Facebook page and website.

Heatherfield Horse Park

Heatherfield is located in Wildwood, Georgia, just 15 minutes from Downtown Chattanooga. The farm is managed by Betsy Chandler. HHP offers full boarding, trails, 2 full sized arenas one for dressage and one set with jumps, and lessons with their instructor, Raffi Kechejian.

Scenic City Equestrian Center

Located in Ringgold, Georgia, Scenic City Equestrian Center is family owned and operated. SCEC offers both stall and pasture boarding, lesson, horse leases, in-house horse training, trail rides, and summer camps! They have many educated instructors, which gives them the ability to offer a variety of riding styles in both Western and English. They are welcoming and very inclusive! An overall wonderful facility!

State line arena

Gina Hatler

423-595-1938

statelinearena@gmail.com

Boarding and arena rentals

Morrisons Hoof Care

Services areas in and around Chattanooga, TN. Works with all breeds of horses including draft breeds.

Joshua Morrison

Joshinu21@gmail.com

(931) 273-1009

Heavenly Hooves

Located in Cleveland, Tennessee and serves:

Ooltewah, TN · Athens, TN · Varnell, GA · Harrison, TN · Crandall, GA · Etowah, TN · Tunnel Hill, GA · Apison, TN · Flintstone, GA · Collegedale, TN

Offers barefoot trimmings and scoot boot fittings

Christina Green

buffalocolt27@gmail.com

(423) 310-2430

Chickamauga Forge LLC

Located in Ringgold, Georgia and serves surrounding areas

Graduated from Oklahoma Horseshoeing school in 1993 and has been shoeing horses professionally ever since. Certified AFA Journeyman Farrier. All breed shoeing, specializing in performance horses.

Tony Todd

t.todd.farrier@gmail.com

(423) 715-9981

Champion Choice Equine Massage

Michaela Noe (featured above)

(865) 440-6531

Champion’s Choice Equine Massage is owned by Michaela Noe and is based in Smithville, TN. Michaela lives with her husband, two dogs (Leroy and Weston), and her horse, Tommy.

Champion’s Choice Equine Massage offers a range of equine bodywork services, including hands-on massage, massage gun therapy, myofascial release, kinesiology taping, red light therapy, and cupping therapy. Services are available within a 2.5-hour radius of Smithville, TN, with extended travel offered in special cases. Discounts are available for barns with four or more horses.

Michaela’s passion for equine massage was inspired by her horse, Tommy. After an injury in December 2023, Tommy was retired from competition. During his active days, his first bodywork session was scheduled before a local jackpot event. That same day, he ran his personal best and won the Open 1D. The noticeable improvement in his movement and performance after just one session led Michaela to pursue certification through Holistic Animal Studies. By April 2024, Champion’s Choice Equine Massage was established.

With the motto “Unleash the Power Within,” Champion’s Choice Equine Massage is dedicated to helping horses unlock their full potential by improving performance, relieving tension, and supporting recovery—empowering every horse to move and feel like a true champion.

High Point Equine Bodywork

Owned by: STEPHANIE PFITZER

“Improve performance, communication and your relationship with your horse” 

Stephanie Pfitzer with High Point Equine Bodywork is a certified Practitioner in the Masterson Method of equine bodywork. She serves the Greater Chattanooga Tri-State area, including Northwest Georgia, Southeast Tennessee, and Northeast Alabama. She offers individual bodywork sessions and introductory clinics for horses of all breeds, ages, and disciplines—whether performance, pleasure, working, lesson, therapy, retired, or pasture companions.

The Masterson Method is a unique form of bodywork that uses the horses nervous system to help relieve tension in key junctions of the horses body. 

“I am extremely passionate about this work because I have seen firsthand, both with our horses and our clients' horses, the incredible impact it can have on a horse and the horse-and-rider partnership. What I love most about the Masterson Method is that it’s something you do with the horse rather than to the horse. This aligns with my lifelong commitment to horsemanship—continuously learning and striving to be the best partner I can be for the horse.”

Stephanie is deeply passionate about helping horses. Her dedication to relieving their pain is evident, and she goes beyond just treatment—she also empowers owners by teaching them how to support their horse’s well-being while strengthening their bond.

You can find out more about Stephanie and how to book on her website through the button below! 

CrossRoads Equine-Mobile Equine Vet

Dr. White

423-883-1246

Dr. White is the most incredible veterinarian. He responds quickly and with a calm demeanor, especially in emergency situations. He has seen it all and is well educated! Dr. White offers both a mobile service and can meet at his local clinic in Ringgold Georgia.

Areas served in Tennessee: Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Bradley County, Hixson, Apison, Collegedale, Ooltewah, McDonald, Harrison, Signal Mountain, and Soddy-Daisy.

Areas served in North Georgia: Catoosa, Walker, Whitfield, Dade, Murray, Chattooga, and Gordon Counties. Lookout Mountain, Flintstone, Chickamauga, Lafayette, Summerville, Ringgold, Cohutta, Dalton, Chatsworth, Tunnel Hill, Resaca, Calhoun, and Trenton.

Georgia Equine Veterinary Hospital and Services

678-341-9998

Located in Canton, Georgia this team is also mobile within 30 miles of their clinic in Canton.

Serves: Alpharetta, Ball Ground, Canton, Cumming, Dawsonville, Milton, Roswell and Woodstock

Kelly Arceo

706-809-3898

Cleveland, TN