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Oahu Sunset Horseback Ride on the North Shore
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Gunstock Ranch guides you on horseback through its North Shore trails to a lookout over the coast. The 90-minute ride costs from $160 per person. You meet at the ranch's Trails Office near Laie. Departures are at 4:30 p.m. on selected days Monday to Saturday. It's a walking ride for ages 7 to 75 that leaves you the earlier part of the day free.
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Oahu Sunset Horseback Ride on the North Shore at a glance
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Price | from $160 per person |
| Departs | 4:30 p.m. on selected days Monday to Saturday |
| Meeting point | Gunstock Ranch Trails Office near Laie |
| Ages | 7 to 75 |
| Weight limit | 235 lb per rider |
| Group | Up to 12 riders |
| Pace | Walking throughout |
| Main trade-off | Two riders required and your own transport to the ranch |
| Guide languages | English |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on .
What's included
- Tour wrangler/ guide
- Free Parking
- Use of helmets
What's not included
- Souvenir photos
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Bottled Water (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Options
Which option to book
The Sunset Horseback Ride follows the ranch trails to a coastal lookout. Starts are at 4:30 p.m. on selected days Monday to Saturday.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Sunset Horseback Ride | 4:30 p.m., Mon to Sat |
The catch: The sunset ride needs at least 2 riders, so a solo booking doesn't meet the minimum.
The evening
How does the evening work?
The trail ride moves through the ranch's forest toward the coastal lookout before bringing you back to the office.
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Ranch arrival
You meet your guide at the Trails Office. A safety briefing comes before you mount for the trail ride.
- 2
Forest trails
The ride follows mountain trails through forest at a walk. You may see cattle or wild pigs along the way.
- 3
Coastal lookout
From the lookout you can see the coast below the ranch. It's the main view on this sunset ride.
- 4
Back at the ranch
The trail ride ends where you began at Gunstock Ranch. Your journey back to the hotel is your own.
The trail ride lasts 90 minutes. It ends at the Trails Office, with travel to and from the ranch outside that time.
Pickup and meeting point
- Getting there: Gunstock Ranch is between Laie and Kahuku. The Trails Office is your meeting point. Parking at the ranch is free.
- Arrival time: Arrive 45 minutes before the ride for check-in. Each rider attends a 15-minute safety briefing before riding.
- Clothing and cameras: Long pants and covered shoes are recommended. A light jacket helps if it's cold, and your phone or a small camera can come along.
Before you book
- This is a walking ride throughout. You won't trot or canter on the trail to the lookout with your group.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
The 90-minute walking ride suits couples or families with children aged 7 and up. Your booking needs at least two riders. It's a fit if you can reach the ranch yourself and want an outdoor evening. You won't need to give up the whole day.
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Who it's not for
- Solo bookings without a second rider
- Children under 7 or riders over 235 lb
- Pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries
- Riders who want to trot or canter
Good to know
Know before you go
Riders must be at least 7 and weigh no more than 235 lb. Each rider's weight is needed when booking. You can't leave that information until arrival at the ranch.
The ranch accepts bookings after you submit them. It's not an instant acceptance. At least two riders are needed, and the ranch contacts you about rescheduling if that minimum isn't met.
Wear long pants and covered shoes for the ride. Backpacks and large bags can't go on the trail. A small phone or camera is allowed, and bottled water costs extra.
This ride isn't recommended during pregnancy or with spinal injuries. The same restriction applies to poor cardiovascular health. The walking pace doesn't remove those restrictions, even for an experienced rider.
The ranch rides in rain unless conditions become unsafe. A ranch cancellation for unsafe weather brings another date or a full refund. Your own weather concerns follow the normal cancellation deadline.
Cancel at least 24 hours ahead for a full refund under this booking's terms. After that cutoff, no refund applies. Monday cancellations need email because the ranch closes Sundays, and your ticket is mobile only.
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Questions
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- How much is Gunstock Ranch's sunset horseback ride?
The sunset ride costs from $160 per person. Your helmet and guide are included, with parking at the ranch covered too. You'll need your own transport there. Water and souvenir photos are separate purchases.
- When should you arrive for Gunstock Ranch's sunset ride?
Check-in is 45 minutes before your booked ride, which starts at 4:30 p.m. on the selected option. A 15-minute safety briefing comes before riding. The ranch's directions arrive by email. Plan the drive around that early check-in.
- Can you trot or canter on Gunstock Ranch's sunset ride?
No, the 90-minute sunset ride stays at walking pace throughout. Your guide leads the group toward the coastal viewpoint and back. The route passes through forest, with ocean views from the ranch trails.
- Can you book Gunstock Ranch's sunset ride for one person?
No, the selected ride needs at least two people per booking. The group can have up to 12 riders. A solo booking doesn't meet the ride's minimum, even though the booking form can initially accept one traveler.
- Is hotel pickup included with the Gunstock Ranch ride?
No, your 90-minute activity begins and ends at the Trails Office. You arrange both journeys to the ranch. Free parking is available there. The ride time doesn't include travel from your hotel or the check-in period.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.