Where to take a horse-drawn sleigh ride in Wisconsin

Get ready to go dashing through the snow this winter with a horse-drawn sleigh ride at one of these local Wisconsin locations.

If you’re in the mood for an activity to make your Wisconsin winter magical, consider taking a horse-drawn sleigh ride—there’s nothing more fun than dashing through the snow (or at least a scenic route). 

Beginning in early December and lasting through February (depending on the weather), sleigh rides are available for groups large and small. And don’t worry about getting too chilly while you ride through the woods and countryside; many of these trips include a stop to warm up with roaring bonfires and hot drinks.

Add another adventure to your bucket list this winter and book a horse-drawn sleigh ride today. To help get you started, we rounded up seven locations that offer whimsical sleigh rides through Wisconin’s wintery wonderland!

1. Palmquist Farm – Brantwood

Palmquist Farm is the perfect place to spend a snowy Wisconsin winter weekend. Among other attractions like snowshoeing and ice skating, sleigh rides are a must when you visit the farm. You can book a large sleigh or small sleigh for a more private experience. Call today to check the availability. 

Season: Winter rates begin December 15 through March 31.

Private Option: Yes (in the small sleigh)

Cost: Rates vary depending on the size of your sleigh. A large sleigh costs $15 to $25 per person, and a small (private) sleigh for two costs $150. 

2. Mayberry’s Carriages – Fish Creek

Bundle up for a ride through Lautenbach’s orchard and winery in a horse-drawn sleigh. The tour includes a narration discussing the history of the orchards while traveling down one of the old logging paths.

Season: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday rides are available by appointment; weekends have set hours—Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Private Option: Yes (call or email to book)

Cost: $65 per 30-minute tour (on small sleighs that seat up to four) or $10 per person on large sleigh tours.

3. Apple Holler Sleigh Rides – Sturtevant

For over 20 years, Haflinger horses have been pulling the sleighs in Sturtevant’s Apple Holler. Take in a scenic view of 78 acres of 100-year-old woods, and then finish your ride with a warm drink and visit a campfire. The Holler suggests bringing a blanket for the ride and long carrots for the horses.

Season: Call today to book your ride (alternatives available when it isn’t snowing).

Private Option: Yes (you can choose who to book in your sleigh).

Cost: $135 for up to four people with the option to add additional people for $30 (tax not included in pricing).

4. Rocking W Stables – Eagle River

A team of Draft horses leads the sleigh rides at Rocking W Stables in Eagle River. Halfway through the three-mile route, there’s a bonfire and hot chocolate to keep guests toasty and warm. Reservations are accepted beginning November 1—call 715-617-6779 to book today.

Season: Saturday, December 14, and runs through Sunday, January 1, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Private Option: Yes—you can choose from a small sleigh (for just your group) or a large one.

Cost: The cost varies depending on whether your sleigh ride is private and how many people are in your group; it ranges from $15 per person up to $150 for a 6 to 10-person group.

5.  Roden Barnyard Adventures – West Bend

Enjoy an old-fashioned horse-drawn sleigh ride at Roden Barnyard featuring Percheron horses Wilber and Clyde. The ride runs about 25 minutes, but it’s very important to arrive about 30 minutes ahead of your reserved time—dashing through the snow waits for no one! Visit their site to book online today.

Season: Open on Fridays and Saturdays beginning December 6 through January 10 (plus Monday, December 23).

Private Option: Yes—there are 12 seats per ride. If you don’t want to share the sleigh with strangers, you’ll need to purchase all 12 tickets.

Cost: Adult tickets are $49, and kids tickets (aged 3-13) are $29. 

6. Willow Springs Gardens – Wausaw

The sleigh rides at Willow Springs offer incredible scenery and an optional soup or pizza buffet afterward. The round trip takes about 90 minutes, including a stop for a campfire and hot drink. Call 715-675-1171 to reserve your ride.

Season: Public sleigh rides run (for groups of 8 or less) on Sunday, January 12,  Sunday, January 26, Saturday, February 1, and Sunday, February 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Private Option: Yes—these sessions can be booked seven days a week at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 6 p.m.

Cost: Between $15 per person up to a flat fee of $225 for groups of 12. 

7. Haven Pines – Eagle River

Haven Pines is a small family-owned business providing private group sleigh rides for up to groups of 20. The sleigh will take you on a 50-minute trip through their 40-acre property, with a short break for hot chocolate to warm up. Call or text 715-891-9667 or email them to book today.

Season: The season opens on December 6 and runs through the end of February.

Private Option: Yes—the rides can accommodate up to 20 adults/kids. 

Cost: Per ride, the rate is $135 per group of up to 5 people plus an additional $10 for each additional person (kids aged two and under are free).

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