Bringing Western To Wisconsin

Welcome to Palomino Pines!

We’re the only true guest ranch in the greater Milwaukee area and the only equine property with direct access to more than 40 miles of riding trails through the pristine Kettle Moraine National Forest. Under new ownership in 2024, Michael Ruch and Marielle Howman are excited to bring an authentic Western equestrian experience to Wisconsin. We call it “Western Wisco.”

With 20 quarter horses that are all extremely friendly, especially with kids, Palomino Pines offers:

  • Western-style riding lessons for people of all ages and experience levels available year-round in our state-of-the art, indoor heated arena.
  • Trail rides
  • Horse camps for children
  • Guest house for country-luxury B&B overnight stays
  • Sleigh rides through lantern-lit woods (seasonal opportunity)
  • And many more seasonal events and activities

Palomino Pines is also a horse company where horses can be boarded, bought, sold, bred and trained. Our facilities are state-of-the art with a heated indoor arena for exercising horses year-round. We have a barn that provides some of the best accommodations available for a stalled horse with 24 heated stalls that are 12 x 12 feet in size, automatic waterers, grain feeders and rubber mats. If you are interested in touring our facilities, contact us.

“We surprised our family with a day of horseback riding at Palomino Pines and it was such a fun and amazing experience. The staff was so professional and knowledgeable. Thank you again for your patience with teaching our two children the basics of approaching a horse and how to control. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend!.”

- Jaclyn G.

“How can I give you 5 stars? Our family had a such a great day at your ranch. The property is beautiful, staff so nice and the trail ride was fantastic. Special thanks to Michael for showing our children how to handle and feed the horses, and even walking us around the barns. We never felt rushed. It’s clear how well cared for these animals are. This is a very special place.”

- John S.

Location

Distance to Palomino Pines from:
Milwaukee - 45 miles
Madison - 75 miles
Green Bay - 95 miles
Chicago - 130 miles