Eventing in the
oak-shaded heart of Central Florida.
Two hundred acres of rolling fields and slash pines, bordered by three scenic lakes. A one-of-a-kind venue for a one-of-a-kind sport.
your hosts.
Welcome to Three Lakes Horse Trials located at Caudle Ranch near Groveland, Florida. Caudle Ranch is a beautiful equestrian property with gently rolling land that borders three scenic lakes.
It was originally purchased by R.S. Caudle in the 1940's. Over the years, it was developed into a cattle and citrus operation until back-to-back freezes in the early 1980's destroyed the citrus groves. What was left of the groves was cleared and replaced with rows of slash pines, and the pastures were turned into hay fields.
The current property owners, the three granddaughters of R.S., wanted to find a use for the property that would preserve its beauty and give it a purpose. When approached by Alice and Brad Andrews in 2015 about partnering to host recognized events, it seemed like the perfect fit. With the ambitious goal of holding the first event in January 2016, work began — and we've hosted several more since.
Our goal is to offer the eventing community a friendly, well organized, and quality eventing experience on a one-of-a-kind property. We hope that Three Lakes Horse Trials becomes a regular event on your calendar, and we look forward to seeing you at our next event.
— Alice Andrews & Jane Miller
USEA Recognized
Starter through Preliminary levels. Professionally designed cross-country courses by Morgan Rowsell.
A True Florida Venue
A clay mix dressage arena and beautifully maintained grass show jumping arenas. Cross country winds through open fields, pine forests, and oak groves.
Run by Eventers
A close-knit volunteer community and decades of experience behind every detail. Food on grounds, dogs welcome.
Upcoming horse trials and schooling days.
All events are USEA recognized unless otherwise noted. Entries and omnibus information are linked where available — click through for full details.
Everything you need to know before you ship in.
Please read the information below before your arrival. If you have a question that isn't answered here, reach out — we'd rather answer it now than at 6 a.m. on Saturday.
Please review, sign, and bring the signed copy with you on the day of the event. This waiver is not required for USEA recognized events.
Our events run on the generosity of our volunteers.
Three Lakes Horse Trials wouldn't happen without the incredible people who give their time to help our events run smoothly. Whether it's your first time volunteering or your fiftieth, we'd love to have you. No experience necessary — we'll train you on the day, and there's always coffee and lunch on us.
How to sign up
Questions, entries, or directions — we're here.
Three Lakes Horse Trials
Groveland, FL 34736
Directions
From Ocala: Take I-75 south. At Exit 328, merge onto Florida's Turnpike South. Take exit 289 (Tavares/Clermont), turn right onto Hwy 27. In about 3 miles, turn right onto State Road 19 south. The farm is approximately 2 miles down on the right.
From Orlando: Take Florida's Turnpike north toward Ocala. Take exit 285 (Leesburg/Tavares, FL-19/US-27). Go straight across Hwy 27, following signs to SR 19, and merge right onto SR 19 south. The farm is about 2 miles down on the right.