Castle Rock Arabians Camps & Riding Lessons

Castle Rock Arabians Camps & Riding Lessons offers school year camps, summer camps, day camps, selected overnight camps for advanced riders, group rides in 22 wilderness areas, private lessons, group lessons, and an apprenticeship program. Camps run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with before and after care available.

• Ages: 5–16 years old
• Schedule: Camps and lessons available during daytime hours, with camps running 9:00 AM–3:00 PM and extended care options
• Price: $150 for a single day; $650 for a five-day camp week; and in-between pricing for two, three, or four-day camp weeks

Castle Rock Arabians Camps & Riding Lessons is a family-owned and operated ranch that has been developing equestrians since 1971 and includes an additional 10 acres with 2 riding arenas. The program is described as ideal for novice as well as experienced riders and presently offers day camps with selected overnight camps for advanced riders. Group rides in 22 wilderness areas include teaching wilderness ethics and how to camp with a horse. The leadership team includes owner Nancy Dupont and manager and head instructor Rebeca Mendez, who is CHA Certified and holds a 3rd level CHA certificate. The mission of Castle Rock Arabians is to provide lessons for riders of all ages and experience levels, from beginners learning to walk, trot, and canter to advanced riders working on their equitation. Nancy Dupont works with organizations such as the Diablo Arabian Horse Association, The Amigos De Anza Equestrian Drill Team, The Equestrian Center of Walnut Creek, and the East Bay Regional Parks District, and partnered with the East Bay Regional Park District in the late 1990s to expand the operation to the additional 10 acres with 2 riding arenas.

Last updated June 15, 2026.