The relationship between horse and human – on a purely instinctual level – may have begun 6,000 years ago. Archaeologists believe humans began domesticating horses in central Asia after discovering evidence of horse-human interaction in Ukraine and Kazakhstan.

Historians conclude that horses were fully domesticated by 3,000 BC leading to the long and storied bond that helped usher in the development of modern civilization – at least until the creation of that mechanical marvel, the horseless buggy.

As the 20th century dawned, the horse-human relationship may have appeared destined to fade into the annals of human development. But the mystique of this unusual connection would endure – in the hearts of horse enthusiasts and lovers of the wild. Only that passion for the equine helped bring the pastime and the industry to new and greater depths of understanding and appreciation.

We at Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club offer a wide range of services and amenities to help you to enjoy your equine experience to the fullest.

Golden Ocala, a gated community, set in the heart of Central Florida’s horse country; Marion County has been designated the “Horse Capital of the World.” We are dedicated to preserving, enhancing and saluting the beauty of the equestrian lifestyle.

Golden Ocala possesses meandering trails weaving through this luxury community’s rolling hills and mighty oaks and culminates in a state-of-the-art Equestrian Center.

The Equestrian Center provides private barn suites with four stalls and office space. You may also rent the entire barn.

Other amenities include:

• A 20-stall horse barn
• Covered round pen
• Large jumping arena with new footing and separate dressage arena
• Large grass paddocks
• Climate-controlled tack room
• Kitchen
• Lounge

Our equestrian members will discover the perfect place to board and care for their horses. The experienced staff at our Equestrian Center provides exceptional care and a wide range of expert services. For full-board options or other terms and services call us Alaina at 650-773-1812.