Painted Mustangs

I don’t believe this place is still in business. I called 4 times over a 3 week period and sent an email to schedule a trail ride the first week of September while we are on vacation in Alaska. The business phone number is still active with a recording indicating you’ve reached Painted Mustangs but no one returns calls or emails.

What a wonderful experience! Megan showed a real respect for her horses– it’s clearly her passion and not just a business. We aren’t particularly experienced riders; we like to go if we can when we go on vacation (it had been 6 months for my partner and two years for me). Megan knows her horses well and makes the ride a lot of fun.

If you are looking for a fun, casual trail ride near Anchorage, Painted Mustangs is just the thing.
My husband (non-​rider) and I (horse fanatic) took a lovely ride last week and we both really enjoyed the horses, the sightseeing, and the folks, and would love to come do it again in the high summer!
The Horses
The horses were all friendly with people and with each other — comically so in fact, for my husband the non-​horser, who was impressed with his mount’s ability to scratch his head on the rump of the horse ahead of him without tripping or retaliation from his ‘scratching post.’ Most of the horses go in hackamores (bitless bridles) and with natural bare feet (better for snow!) They were healthy, agile, and responsive (definitely not the resigned passenger vehicles one comes across in touristy areas.)
The Sights
Chugach State Park is gorgeous year-​round! Amazing views to Anchorage and across the water. Megan is very familiar with the area and will tailor your ride to both the sights to see and the weather conditions. Additionally, the facility is located near the Alaska Zoo and the two activities will make a full day and build a serious appetite!
The Folks
Megan has lots of equine experience, is a bubbly fun tour guide, and will make you feel right at home in the saddle if you are a horse newbie (as my husband is.)
If you are a more experienced rider, let Megan know, and she may have some extended or more advanced riding opportunities to offer. There are also English and Western lessons available if you want to brush up or live in the area.
All in all I had a great experience and can’t wait for my next visit to Alaska. Definitely will ride with Megan again.