Rooms & Accommodations
Your Home Away from Home on North Central Florida’s Nature Coast
Black Prong offers a unique blend of comfort, privacy, and immersive outdoor living. Whether you arrive with horses in tow or simply seek a retreat in North Central Florida’s natural beauty, Black Prong provides a setting where luxury and the outdoors exist in perfect balance.
Guests may choose from thoughtfully designed modern resort cabins, charming rustic cottages with attached horse stables, or elevated glamping accommodations.
Outdoor Enthusiasts Welcome
Activities and Experiences
Paddle winding rivers, ride e-bikes through timeless Old Florida landscapes, or explore shaded forest trails on horseback, by carriage, or on foot. Whether you’re seeking wide-open adventure or the quiet satisfaction of natural surroundings, Black Prong offers a genuine outdoor experience rooted in North Central Florida’s natural setting.
Explore the Distinctive Experiences of Florida’s Nature Coast
Black Prong offers far more than just horseback riding. From our centrally located resort, guests enjoy easy access to some of Florida’s most beautiful outdoor destinations—whether scuba diving in the prehistoric spring at Devil’s Den, tubing the crystal-clear Rainbow River, or wandering the lush paths of Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens.
Located in Bronson, Florida, surrounded by the Goethe State Forest, Black Prong sits at the heart of Florida’s Nature Coast—a captivating region known for its natural beauty. The resort is also close to Williston, Ocala (home to the World Equestrian Center), and Gainesville.
A Horseback Riding Vacation in Florida —Unforgettable by Design
For guests whose ideal getaway includes time in the saddle, Black Prong offers a distinctive equestrian experience. Our equestrian village is the ideal setting for horse owners, riders, and outdoor enthusiasts alike—where refined accommodations meet natural landscapes. Black Prong is the perfect way to explore the Goethe State Forest’s more than 100 miles of hiking-and-horse trails.
Black Prong Adventures Trail Riding
Black Prong Adventures offers trail riding excursions of 40 minutes, 1 hour or 2 hours for riders at every skill level with a stable of pampered and well trained horses. For folks who want to explore the forest a different way, we also offer horse drawn carriage rides for groups of up to four.
Direct Access Trails to the Goethe State Forest
Surrounded on 3 sides by the 53,000 acre Goethe State Forest, Black Prong offers superior convenience for exploring over 100 miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails throughout our neighboring state forest.
Bring Your Horse on Vacation
Each of our Florida vacation cottages features a private, attached horse stable, allowing you to keep your horse(s) close by throughout your stay. Guests staying in our other accommodations may take advantage of our shared barns.
Dining
Refined Dining at Black Prong Whiskey Bar & Grill
Enjoy craft cocktails and exquisite Southern-inspired fusion cuisine at Black Prong Whiskey Bar & Grill. The menu draws on our regional roots while embracing international flavors. On Thursdays and Saturdays, guests can enjoy live performances by local musicians, along with curated entertainment and interactive performances.
A Picturesque and Versatile Venue for Florida Weddings and Events
With a collection of flexible event spaces and on-site lodging, Black Prong offers the ideal setting in North Central Florida for weddings and special gatherings of almost any size.
Upcoming Events & Live Entertainment
Live Music | Comedy Shows | Classes & Seminars | Fitness & Nature
Black Prong is host to a variety of live music and social events.
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