Fact # 3 – Ocala/Marion County is the Horse Capital of the World® This Central Florida county is internationally renowned as the “Horse Capital of the World®,” and is home to the largest number of horses and ponies – more than any other county in the United States. What county Read more…
Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Ocala/Marion County is rich with international horse shows, champion racehorses, and public riding trails. Home to more than 600 thoroughbred breeding farms covering 70,000 acres, Ocala prides itself on its equine pedigree and its status as the heart of Florida horse country. Read more…
The high mineral content in the soils of the Bluegrass Region leads to stronger bones and greater durability in horses and helps maintain our reputation as Horse Capital of the World. Why is Kentucky the best for horses? Why have so many of racing’s greatest breeders been drawn to Kentucky Read more…
Belmont Park. Belmont Park is part of the western edge of the Hempstead Plains. Its mile-and-a-half main track is the largest dirt Thoroughbred race course in the world, and it has the sport’s largest grandstand. What horse track has the longest stretch? Churchill Downs has the classic chute (like Saratoga) Read more…
1920. The analysts acknowledged that such as view might seem extreme; however, they noted that “the U.S. horse population hit its peak in 1920 and by 1930 cars per capita surpassed equines per capita.” The remaining horse population of 4 million is now approximately 85 percent smaller than its peak Read more…
Alaska, Georgia, Hawaii, Maine, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Washington DC are states that do not allow online horse wagering by some form of law or statue. Why is there no horse racing in North Carolina? Currently, North Carolina has harness racing in a Read more…
Horse speed An average trail horse in decent shape can withstand a journey of 50 miles (80.5 km) in one day, while a fit endurance competitor will be able to travel even 100 miles (161 km) in a day. On the other hand, most of them can’t endure a few Read more…
Best Equestrian Communities in the United States Community State Cost of Living The Coves Mountain River Club North Carolina Low compared to other areas Red Ledges Utah Slightly lower than the national average Rarity Bay Tennessee Around 10% lower than the national average Grande Pines North Carolina Low compared to Read more…
Top Equestrian Cities in The U.S. To Call Home Ocala, Florida. Ocala is trademarked as the “Horse Capital of The World” and for good reason. Aiken, South Carolina. Wellington, Florida. Louisville, Kentucky. Middleburg, Virginia. Woodstock, Vermont. Woodside, California. Parker, Colorado. What is the best state to own a horse? In Read more…
Langley. It’s a good bet that in parts of Langley, British Columbia’s birthplace, horses might just outnumber people. Canada’s self-proclaimed horse capital is also home to an aviation museum, winery, and lots of history. From Vancouver, it’s less than an hour’s drive east along Highway 1. Why is the horse Read more…