Chapman Valley Horse Riding
Unique horse riding & camping
experiences near Sydney
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What's Happening at Chapman Valley...
5 Day Adult Camps
March 2026 almost full!
Why should kids have all the fun?
Immerse yourself in the joy of
horse-ownership, with our super-fun Adult Horse Camps! A great mix
of horsemanship and handling lessons, as well as Mounted Games and Trail
Rides.
Camping: $30 sites!
Our January camping special is on, with camping sites available for just $30 per night and all kids staying free. It’s the perfect excuse to pack up the family, slow down, and enjoy a few easy days in the bush without the usual holiday costs. If you’ve been meaning to plan a camping getaway, January’s a great time to do it.
Cattle Muster: NEW DATES released!
We've just released new dates for our 3 Day and 2 Day Cattle Muster. Most of the spots have already sold-out to the waitlist, but there's a couple left... grab your spot today!
About Us
About Chapman Valley Horse Riding
Owned by the Chapman Family for 6 Generations!
The Chapman Family have owned this property for over 185 years. It is owned and run by fifth-generation Peter, his wife Mary, and his daughter Jess. We pride our horses in being of the best quality in the area. They are kept active, not only physically but also mentally, meaning you won’t be saddled with a horse that is bored of trekking the same path over and over. We offer our horses variety every day, keeping them happy and supple, so they will listen to your every command!
We believe that if we look after our horses, they’ll look after our guests, who will in turn look after us! A bit corny, but we believe it!
Accommodation
Many people choose to make a weekend getaway out of their trip to Chapman Valley Horse Riding. We are located in a rural and secluded location, but here is a list of the nearest accommodation providers.
The Basin
Drovers Quarters
Tiny Houses
The Basin
Drovers Quarters
Tiny Houses
Kids Rides
Children Led Rides
Led rides are available for younger children, where the horse is led by hand by a Chapman Valley staff member. The led rides are available for children over 3 years old, but for safety reasons, a parent or guardian is required to walk alongside to hold any children under 4 years of age.
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What others are saying
Chapman's has been hands down the best trail riding experience that I've had in Australia, it is so worth the trip and realistically is not that far from either Sydney, Central Coast or Newcastle.
We wanted something that would give us the freedom to trot, canter, and really enjoy the Australian landscape on well-cared-for horses. Chapman Valley delivered that and so much more!
Not a typical nose-to-butt trail ride. Chapman valley horse riding was one of the best horse riding experiences I’ve had to date.
The horses are so well cared for, the saddles are good quality and comfortable, the staff and guides are lovely (and organised) and the food is great.
What sets Chapman Valley apart is the staff - they are absolutely wonderful! So friendly and welcoming, you get the feeling you're staying with family
These guys are fanatical about horse welfare and guest safety, the guides are helpful but never intrusive and cater for all levels of riders.
We had such a great time on the 3-day cattle muster. The accommodation was beautiful, guides we very friendly and accommodating, horses very well cared for.
I have never seen the Milky Way so clearly other than being in the middle of ocean. Do it!
A very nice quiet stay in a beautiful surroundings. Nice flat and grassy camp site and very friendly staff.
Amazing location and experience. No reception is GREAT. Ideal getaway. Lovely team and family run business.
Our family enjoyed horse riding, marshmallow roasting, taking in the wildlife and cows roaming, slowing down and 4WDing on the tracks.
I did the 3 day cattle muster and loved it! They take you all over the property and you get to ride and find cattle on all sorts of terrain.
The campsites were well-maintained and offered plenty of privacy. I loved hiking the nearby trails and enjoying the peace of nature.
Magical scenery, walking tracks, some 4wd tracks all of which are all marked out and easy to follow
Chapman's has been hands down the best trail riding experience that I've had in Australia, it is so worth the trip and realistically is not that far from either Sydney, Central Coast or Newcastle.
We wanted something that would give us the freedom to trot, canter, and really enjoy the Australian landscape on well-cared-for horses. Chapman Valley delivered that and so much more!
Not a typical nose-to-butt trail ride. Chapman valley horse riding was one of the best horse riding experiences I’ve had to date.
The horses are so well cared for, the saddles are good quality and comfortable, the staff and guides are lovely (and organised) and the food is great.
What sets Chapman Valley apart is the staff - they are absolutely wonderful! So friendly and welcoming, you get the feeling you're staying with family
These guys are fanatical about horse welfare and guest safety, the guides are helpful but never intrusive and cater for all levels of riders.
We had such a great time on the 3-day cattle muster. The accommodation was beautiful, guides we very friendly and accommodating, horses very well cared for.
I have never seen the Milky Way so clearly other than being in the middle of ocean. Do it!
A very nice quiet stay in a beautiful surroundings. Nice flat and grassy camp site and very friendly staff.
Amazing location and experience. No reception is GREAT. Ideal getaway. Lovely team and family run business.
Our family enjoyed horse riding, marshmallow roasting, taking in the wildlife and cows roaming, slowing down and 4WDing on the tracks.
I did the 3 day cattle muster and loved it! They take you all over the property and you get to ride and find cattle on all sorts of terrain.
The campsites were well-maintained and offered plenty of privacy. I loved hiking the nearby trails and enjoying the peace of nature.
Magical scenery, walking tracks, some 4wd tracks all of which are all marked out and easy to follow
