DOWN for a ride? Whether you're in the mood for horseback riding or theme park attractions, one resort's got you covered. Rocking Horse Ranch Resort in Highland, New York is a top pick for thrill-seekers and animal fans alike. Rated the number one "all-inclusive" family resort on TripAdvisor, the resort offers a shocking variety of rides, attractions, and activities.
Visitors at the Rocking Horse can participate in rides like mountain tubing, where the park excels with the Northeast's longest mountain tubing ride. Passengers take a lift to the top of a "Big Hill" and then make the plunge down for a speedy adventure. Thrill-seekers can also go bungee jumping and rock climbing with the park's 25-foot tall rock climbing tower.
Read More on Travel Swimmers will be happy to hear that the resort features a variety of pools, including indoor and new outdoor options. The resort's Big Splash indoor waterpark includes a Gold Rush flume slide for family-friendly fun. For some relaxation, the park's brand-new outdoor Eldorado Hot Springs is kept 98 degrees year-round and includes therapy jets, built-in seating, and even an adjacent fire pit.
Nature and animals fans won't be able to say "neigh" to the resort's wildlife exhibit, the home to dwarf goats, Scottish Highland cows, Plains zebras, and even miniature donkeys. Most read in Travel More impressively, Rocking Horse has over 500 acres of trails and 119 horses on site and has self-proclaimed itself "home to the greatest herd in the world." Riding sessions are available for learners at all levels, from a calm walk ride for a first-timer to advanced classes for the most experienced rider.
Horse events that don't involve riding are also available, with daily horse parades, wagon rides, and even horse shoeing demos. Not an animal fan? No stress; keep yourself busy with the arcade, mini bowling, mini golf, fitness center, and spa available to all visitors. The resort also has award-winning accommodations, with lodge rooms and suites that sleep up to four people.
Each room includes amenities like flat-screen TVs, plush-top mattresses, refrigerators, and hair dryers to make you feel at home. Visitors can upgrade to fit larger groups of six. Tickets also include meals, which are all-you-can-eat daily.
The on-site culinary team consists of graduates from the Culinary Institute of America. Guests will have access to a full breakfast buffet, with over 40 menu items, from Eggs Ranchero to Silver Dollar Pancakes. Lunch offerings feature a large salad bar, a hot station with fajitas, pork sliders, pasta, and more, as well as traditional American classics like mac and cheese, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, and soups.
Dinner includes an a-la-carte menu with rotating entrees, such as the resort's signature Kansas City Strip Steak and award-winning BBQ spare ribs. Read More on The US Sun And, of course, dessert is a top priority, with a hefty lineup of cakes, pies, cookies, and an ice cream sundae station. Tickets can be booked here.
The park is offering a $50/per-night deal for September..
