Warm Springs Soaks and Riding in the Allegheny Mountains
November 5-9, 2026What to Expect
Our horseback riding partner will take you out for three days of rides: intro ride on arrival day (1-2 hrs) and two longer rides the next two days (2-3 hours). The horses are in excellent condition, forward, and fun. You may even be on a rescue horse that has been rehabbed into an incredible trail horse. On your two longer riders, sack lunches will be provided for easy picnics. Riders should be proficient trotting and cantering short stretches in mountainous terrain.
Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of central-west Virginia, you’ll find the quiet community of Warm Springs, Virginia. This is the place you come to start your day surrounded on the trails by mountain forests and soak in the relaxing minerals of the Warm Springs baths to end the day.
Your three night itinerary includes a stay in the most charming, The Inn at GristMill Square, which is the perfect spot to rest your head after the days’ activities. You’ll feel like you’re in a 19th century colonial village, with lovingly restored historic buildings, an elegant restaurant, and pub housed in a converted mill, with the kindest owners and staff.
Lastly, your soaks in the Warm Springs Pools are the perfect way to end the day — 50 minutes of healing, quiet rest in 98.6 degree water that fills your soul and gives your body minerals that you didn’t know you needed. Trust us when we say — getting dressed for dinner will be a challenge, but totally worth it to visit the Waterwheel Restaurant at the Inn for a contemporary farm-to-table dinner or a visit to Jefferson’s Taproom at the historic Homestead Resort. (Dinner reservations recommended)
Pricing
Single Occupancy: $1599
Double Occupancy: $1199
Optional Add-ons: Additional ride or warm springs soaks, dietary required breakfasts, non-rider stays.
Itinerary
Day one is about getting settled at the Inn, heading out to the farm to meet your guide and horses for a 1-2 hour ride.
Day 1 | Arrival 
Start off with breakfast at the Inn before setting off to the Hidden Valley where you’ll meet your horses and guide for a 3 hour ride through the Wilderness, crossing the Jackson River and see get some of the best views in Bath County. After a picnic lunch and rest, you’ll head to the Warm Springs bath for a 50 minute soak to ease your muscles and your mind.
DAY 2 | Hidden Valley and Afternoon Soak
Today, you’ll repeat yesterday but in a different riding location.
With an excellent breakfast, three hours of riding in Douthat State Park, one of Virginia’s largest and most beautiful parks, followed by another Warm Springs bath, you will end the day relaxed and refreshed.
DAY 3 | Douthat State Park and Afternoon Soak 
One final breakfast at the Inn before heading out.
DAY 4 | Departure Day 
Additional Details
The closest airport are in Lewisburg, WV (1 hour); Charlottesville, VA (1.5-2 hrs); Roanoke, VA (1.5 hours); Richmond, VA (<3 hours) and Washington DC (>3 hours). It is recommended to rent a car to drive to Warm Springs and in order to get the various activities.
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Closest Airports
Three nights at the Inn at GristMill Square; three horseback rides; two soaks in the Warm Springs Baths; three breakfasts at the Inn; and two sack lunches.
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Inclusions
All double rooms at the Inn at GristMill Square have one bed (queen or king). A twin cot can be arranged if needed, but we recommend single occupancy if you aren’t comfortable sharing a bed.
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Double Occupancy Rooms = One Bed
Non-riders Welcome
If you’d like to be a non-rider to share the room with you, that’s no problem! We have a non-rider add on rate and there are loads of other activities in the Warm Springs area: golf, hiking, spa, or just relaxing at the Inn!
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Other Dates Available
If these dates don’t work for you, let us know! We can customize this package for other dates for a minimum party of 2 people.
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Growing up in the hills of East Tennessee, I spent many hours riding in the forests, cantering up hills, and crossing creeks on my sweet Paint, Shadow. My visit to Warm Springs and my ride with Let’s Ride Horses brought back all those nostalgic feelings of childhood and I can’t wait for others to experience it! Bonus: Kindness is the word that sticks out to me about this outfitter!
— Claibourne, founder of Saddle Sojourn
How It Works
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