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TripAdvisor Readers’ Choice: U.S. Top Ten Family Resort

The family fun never ends at this award-winning family resort just 90 minutes north of New York City. Rocking Horse Ranch is more than just horses…They're the most fun your family ever had! Nestled on a 500-acre spread in the heart of the scenic Hudson River Valley, Rocking Horse offers four seasons of activities for families of all ages. From their Winter Fun Park to Big Splash indoor waterpark, The Ranch provides the perfect backdrop for your family’s next big adventure. Enjoy three delicious meals daily, summer barbecues, afternoon chef’s tastings, pool parties, wine pairings, and more. End the evening with their top-name family entertainment, featuring magicians, bonfire singalongs, comedians, and jugglers. It’ll be the best family vacation you’ve ever had!

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Horseback riding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Guest room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Guest room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Guest room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort. Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Fitness room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Shows at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Water slide at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Boating at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Fishing at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Paddle board at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Horseback riding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Wagon rides at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Camel feeding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Goat rodeo at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Archery at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Mineral mining at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Bungee jumping at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Rock climbing at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Bungee jumping at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Apple orchard at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Mountain sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Bonfire at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Skiing at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Rocking Horse Ranch main lodge Rocking Horse Ranch Resort is the ultimate all-inclusive New York getaway! Stay in a luxurious AAA-3-Diamond room and spend your days enjoying the multitude of onsite activities and dining. The kids will love Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and horseback riding, while adults can relax at the Spa at Rocking Horse.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
If all the indoor activities at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort aren't tempting enough, step outside and dig your feet in the sand! The private onsite lake is accompanied by a relaxing beach setting. Lounge in the sun at your leisure, or participate in a friendly game of beach volleyball on their regulation size court!
Group activities at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Guest room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Guest room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Guest room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort. Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Fitness room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Shows at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Water slide at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Boating at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Fishing at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Paddle board at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Horseback riding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Horseback riding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Wagon rides at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Goat rodeo at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Archery at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Mineral mining at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Bungee jumping at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Rock climbing at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Bungee jumping at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Apple orchard at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Mountain sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Bonfire at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Skiing at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Rocking Horse Ranch main lodge Ice skating at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort. Bring your family to Rocking Horse Ranch Resort in the Hudson Valley, NY, and enjoy an immense, all-inclusive vacation for all ages! The whole family will love the private lake with banana boat rides and kayaking, Big Splash Indoor Water Park, outdoor heated pools, nightly live entertainment, and much more!
Ice skating at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort. Bring some creativity and excitement to the table for your next business meeting or event at Rocking Horse Ranch! Their Western charm, variety of fun onsite activities, and Award-Winning facilities combine together to create the most memorable event your company has ever had. From small informal meetings to black-tie events, Rocking Horse Ranch offers everything you need for a successful getaway!
Mountain sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Family fun is guaranteed with a vacation at The Rocking Horse Ranch! Here, you can bring together generations of families for an unforgettable reunion in the heart of the Hudson Valley. With endless horseback riding, water sports, evening entertainment, and delicious meals from Award-Winning chefs, a family reunion at Rocking Horse Ranch is sure to go above and beyond your expectations. Come and discover a wonderful location full of great fun that will bring your family even closer together than before.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Boating at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Paddle board at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Horseback riding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Horseback riding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Camel feeding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Goat rodeo at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Apple orchard at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Mountain sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Bonfire at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Indulge in a walk through the beautiful, award-winning gardens at Rocking Horse Ranch for a bit of calming. Their expert landscape team and in-house horticulturist, Maureen Wild, would be glad to talk to you about the designs! The breathtaking gardens are sure to relax and inspire you on your New York getaway.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
There are endless options to bring you and your special someone closer together on your next vacation. Get cozy in your private AAA 3 Diamond room that puts you just a short walk away from all of the action the resort has to offer. Spend quality time relaxing together while getting pampered at the recently renovated Spa at Rocking Horse, or marvel at the breathtaking beauty of the Shawangunk Mountains during a romantic hike on the trails.
Sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Boating at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Mountain sliding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Situated among the stunning Shawangunk Mountains, the Rocking Horse Ranch Resort is a year-round resort with the mountain beauty front and center. This mountain range is known for its biodiversity—explore this area by nature trails that start right from the resort! Or, stay onsite and visit the exotic wildlife exhibit.
Boating at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Lake view at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Fishing at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Paddle board at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Exterior view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
The Rocking Horse Ranch Resort gives you everything you need for a fun NY lake getaway! The resort boasts a private onsite lake with water sports all included in your package. Choose from Big Banana Boat Rides, kayaks and paddleboats, waterskiing (nominal fee), or try your luck at fishing. The resort even includes waterskiing lessons!
Aerial view of Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
The Rocking Horse Ranch Resort was built in 1958. In the beginning, this ranch was rustic and focused primarily on horses. While still remaining one of the largest guest ranches in the country, now it's focused on family entertainment, becoming the first in the country to have an indoor water park and dozens of other facilities and activities—and they are always adding more!
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
After all the excitement of your wedding day, there's no better place than enjoying a relaxing honeymoon than at Rocking Horse Ranch. Stay in one of their elegant rooms and indulge in plenty of quality time together onsite. Rocking Horse offers a wide range of fun-filled activities ranging from trail rides to soothing spa services. No matter what you choose to do, you're sure to have an unforgettable retreat with your new spouse!
Horseback riding at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Rocking Horse Ranch Resort's riding adventures take you back in time with the flavor of the Old West. Enjoy trail riding and horse-drawn wagon rides all year long! Whether you're an old hand or meeting horses for the very first time, you're sure to bring home memories that will last a lifetime.
Hot springs at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Rocking Horse Ranch main lodge Relax at the Spa at Rocking Horse after a relaxing afternoon. This New York spa offers the finest in techniques for women's and men's facials using Eminence—a luxurious organic skincare line—plus the most popular massages, including aromatherapy, deep tissue, Swedish, and Reflexology!
Guest room at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort. Chose from an electrifying collection of well-appointed condo-like accommodations--including suites--that can sleep up to six people. With amenities like queen-size beds, Plush Top Mattresses, full-sized bathrooms, free WiFi, and televisions, you won't exactly be "roughing it" at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort!
Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Indoor water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Water park at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Water slide at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Outdoor pool at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort.
Big Splash Indoor Waterpark at Rocking Horse Ranch Resort offers four exciting water slides and the Dynamite Alley Water Walk Challenge. There are also a variety of fun water features like geysers, dumping buckets, interactive fountains, and more! The kids, and even the kid-at-heart, will love this waterpark adventure!
Amenities
Open Dates
  • All Year
Property Size
  • 113 units
Nearby City
  • Highland
Nearby Water
  • On Property
General
  • Basketball Court(s)
  • Cribs
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room/Arcade
  • Gift Shop
  • Horse Stables
  • Mini Golf Course
  • Pack N Play
  • Outdoor Playground
  • Indoor Playground
  • Rifle Range
  • Roll-Away Bed(s)
  • Sauna
  • Swimming Pool
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Volleyball Court(s)
  • Waterpark
  • Cable TV
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Internet
  • Video Games
  • Wireless Internet
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Vending Machines
  • Gourmet Dining
Room
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Blackout Drapes
  • Coffee Maker
  • Hair Dryer
  • In Room Safe
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Archery
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Basketball
  • Bingo
  • Bocce Ball
  • Rock Climbing
  • Hayride
  • Horseback Riding
  • Horseshoes
  • Ice Cream Social
  • Karaoke
  • Kid's Activities
  • Live Entertainment
  • Miniature Golf
  • Scavenger Hunts
  • Shopping
  • Shuffle Board
  • Sightseeing
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Beach Volleyball Court(s)
  • Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding
  • Fire Pit(s)
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Ice Skating
  • Kayaking
  • Wildlife & Nature
  • Picnic Table(s)
  • Play Ground
Parking
  • Free Parking
Services
  • Shuttle Service
  • ATM
  • Babysitting/Daycare
  • Concierge
  • Luggage Hold
  • Meeting Room(s)
Suitability
  • Handicap Access
  • Children Welcome
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