Kurtz Corral Riding Stable

Just back from the 1hr trail ride on a crisp January morning. The owner, Jimmy Kurtz, took extra time to talk to my kids about how to interact with the horses. Big emphasis on safety — mandatory video to watch and helmets during the ride. Olivia our trail guide was very patient and attentive to the kids. The winter scenery was beautiful. Afterwards we warmed up inside around a fire w/​hot apple cider. One of our most memorable door county family activities!

First time at Kurtz Corral and it was a blast. Went with a inexperienced rider and they were able to accommodate the difference in riding experience. Definitely going back!

My family comes to Door County every summer and we make sure to visit Kurtz for a trail ride at least once. The staff is incredibly friendly, the horses are well-​behaved and they even have an option to trot during your ride!
We just got back from a trail ride with Joan who was very attentive and let us trot twice. My horse, Bambi, has a reputation for not liking other horses, but she was an angel on my ride, doing whatever I asked.
Can’t wait to come back to Kurtz’s next summer!

Great attention to details. Training video and cookies for your horse. Really nice folks who treat horses well.

My wife and I both owned horses B.C. (before children). My experience as a horse owner was an awesome experience, her’s not so much. The horse she owned spooked at everything! After running out from under her after rustling leaves may it bolt from a dead stop she didn’t ride for months then when she decided to ride it in the middle of an open field it literally laid down. She took her saddle off and told me to sell it. That was ten years ago. She had never been on a horse since. That is why I was shocked that she not only allowed me to talk her into letting our two girls go on a trail ride while on vacation she decided she was going also!
The horses we were given were of great temperament and I was even able to get mine to trot up beside my one daughter when I was concerned she may have been doing something wrong. Immediately our trail guide asked me if I was alright. Since we had been talking during the ride she knew I had rode many times before so she wasn’t overly concerned but I appreciated the alertness that she had to all the riders.
Our daughters who had never rode a horse that was not tethered to a walker thoroughly enjoyed themselves also!
Way to go Kurtz Corral!
You were the highlight of our trip! We had an enjoyable ride.
Knowing the time, effort, and cost of horse ownership I would never own one again but it sure was great to rent one! If you find yourself in Door County this is the place to go.

Horseback trail riding is such an enjoyable experience, it takes an extra special effort to spoil it. The manager hit a home run in that department.
First we waited for about 20 minutes for him to grace us with his presence at the front desk. Then he sneered at our shortage of riding experience, even though we’re not complete novices. Undeterred, we suffered through the safety video, waited another 45 minutes or so and finally got to ride.
The trail is nothing special, it just goes around a field, but the ride itself was fun, however (as we realized at the end of it) was not the type of ride that we bought. The guide wanted no part of sorting anything out, so back to the front desk we go. More rudeness and disrespect there. I guess being in a tourism-​oriented area, repeat business is not a priority, they certainly won’t be getting mine.

Amazing experience!
We took the 1hr walking trail and it was just beautiful and scenic as it gets. Our tour guide was very good and talked to us the whole time.
the horses all look so healthy and large. We had a great experience with GoldieLocks and Trigger.
Everything about this place was great, the video in the beginning was very helpful to us newbies and the wooded trails were beautiful.
we would definitely go back to Kurtz and be sure to print out the waiver forms at home and bring them in, it saves you $ 5 per rider.

As an out of towner, I expected more from a place that predominately sees tourists. They accidentally left a ‘parking this way’ sign up near the back of the stable, however, our GPS told us to follow this route so we did. While driving up we noticed a large open field that led to the stable. A girl asked if we were looking for something, and we replied «yes, kurtz corral!» Then a man walked up screaming, «what the hell is the matter with you that you drive through a field?!» After explaining the sign situation, I still felt we were not welcome.
Pros–
Beautiful landscape and scenery.
A lot of land to ride on.
Cons–
The trail guide didn’t really talk to our group or share stories; it was mostly silent.
My horse wasn’t very cooperative and appeared upset. He kept biting at my feet, kept going off the trail and walked through trees despite my being stern in trying to guide him correctly, and there wasn’t much introduction or friendliness before or after the ride.
There wasn’t any trotting or anything along our ride, which I’ve experienced at other horse riding places.
We just expected more considering it was $ 45/​person

Whenever we travel to the country, we like to ride the horses. We had heard good things about Kurtz Corral so we came by on Sunday of Labor Day weekend to try it out. Wow! What a smooth operation! They run trail rides just about every half hour throughout the middle part of the day and they people here are wonderful! This is an especially nice place for children to come as the folks who run the place really take care of their customers, especially the children. I was amazed. The horses are obviously well treated and cared for — in great condition and friendly! The trail rides are fun and it is a relaxing atmosphere. The farm has a place where those who do not wish to ride can watch all the action, including the geese who are very, very feisty. I counted three dogs including a big black Lab who is as friendly as the day is long. You will not go wrong here if you are looking for horseback riding and you will have a good time. This is a great find.

Whether your first time on a horse, or an experienced rider, Kurtz Corral is the best. I’ve ridden all over the US and in other countries, Kurtz Corral is my favorite stable in Wisconsin. This fun family run operation has great horses, attentive personable guides who know horses and enjoy working with the public. Trot across rolling fields, gallop thru the woods, or take you child or grand child on their first walk-​along.