About
Sky View Farm is a working equestrian center in Castle Rock that boards horses, teaches riders of all levels, and hosts community fundraisers throughout the year — including the annual Colorado Nonprofit Mini Derby on Kentucky Derby weekend.
The farm partners with local nonprofits using horses for mental health and wellness programming. Visitors and boarders consistently call out the well-kept facilities, knowledgeable staff, and the calm, family atmosphere.
What To Expect:
- 🐴 Horse boarding with attentive daily care
- 🎓 Riding lessons for beginners through experienced riders
- 🤝 Community fundraisers and Derby Day mini-horse races
- 🌾 Quiet, well-maintained working farm setting
Important Information:
- – Visits and lessons by appointment
- – Private property — call ahead before arriving
- – Event tickets sold via Eventbrite when fundraisers are scheduled
📍 Local Insights
🎟️ Derby Day: The annual Colorado Nonprofit Mini Derby happens here every Kentucky Derby Saturday — mini horse races, Derby viewing, and a charity tie-in with Robin's Nest.
📞 Call Before You Visit: Sky View is a working farm, not a drop-in venue. Boarders and lesson clients schedule ahead with the owner.
🐎 Therapy Tie-In: The farm supports a nonprofit that uses horses for mental-health programming — boarding here directly underwrites that work.
👀 Quiet Setting: Tucked off Outter Marker Rd, the property has open pasture views and stays calm even on event days.
🎉 Events at Sky View Farm
⏰ Hours
Monday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
👉 Best For
- •Horse boarding
- •Riding lessons
- •Derby Day events
- •Nonprofit charity rides
Also In
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1705 Outter Marker Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80108Review Sentiment
Based on 10 Google reviews
"Reviewers consistently describe Sky View Farm as a clean, well-kept boarding facility with friendly, knowledgeable staff who genuinely care about the animals. Boarders highlight the peaceful atmosphere, attentive daily care, and the owners' commitment to the nonprofit horse-therapy mission. No notable complaints in public reviews."
What You'll Find
- •Horse Boarding
- •Riding Lessons
- •Equestrian Events
- •Mini Horse Races
- •Nonprofit Fundraisers
- •On-Site Parking
- •By Appointment
📆 Best Times to Visit
Open daily 7 AM–7 PM. Boarding and lessons by appointment — Derby Weekend (early May) is the marquee public event.
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