Tryon International Announces Welcome, Spring & Summer Hunter/Jumper Series for 2024
Jan. 9 update: Tryon Welcome Series Prize List is available now, and pre-paid stalls are available at a discount until March 1! Learn more here.
Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) is the ultimate destination for all who love horses, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle. We offer first-class facilities for equestrian events of all levels and disciplines, located in the Blue Ridge Foothills of Mill Spring, NC. Diverse onsite restaurants, a variety of shops, relaxing lodging getaways, family entertainment, and more make Tryon International an ideal destination, any time of year. Management has announced three series of rated Hunter/Jumper competition on the 2024 calendar, with more dates and details still to come. All dates are subject to USEF approval. Read below to learn more and plan your competition vacation!
The 2024 Hunter/Jumper calendar is divided into four series: Welcome, Spring, Summer and Fall. Competitors may book lodging now to ensure availability, and Prize Lists will be posted when available.
The Tryon Welcome Series will be hosted from March 21-April 14 and will offer four weeks of A/Level 3 competition. The series will also feature Easter Brunch and Tryon Block House Steeplechase events. Tryon Welcome 2 will run Wednesday through Saturday to accommodate Easter Sunday.
The Tryon Spring Series features six weeks of national and international competition from May 1-June 9, beginning with three weeks of national levels before adding CSI 2* and CSI 3* jumpers to the latter half of the series. The Tryon Spring Series will also mark the return of Saturday Night Lights presented by Tryon Horse & Home, with more details to follow. Tryon Spring 6/Tryon Riding & Hunt Club Charity Horse Show, hosted June 5-9, will be the 96th edition of this USEF Heritage Horse Show and will feature Trip of the Day, perpetual trophies, special events and more.
The Tryon Summer Series will once again kick off with Tryon Summer 2 on June 19, continuing five weeks through July 21. The Harmon Classics Derby Mania will return to Tryon International June 13-16 ahead of rated competition. The series features four weeks of CSI 2* and CSI 3* competition, and Tryon Summer 3 is slated to host the annual Pony Spectacular with a Pony Hunter Classic, costume parade and stall decorating contests. Tryon Riding & Hunt Club Charity II competition will take place at Tryon Summer 4.
The Tryon Fall Series will again feature eight weeks of competition from September through mid-November and more details will be announced as soon as possible.
Tryon International is the perfect place to rest your head without adding a commute to your horse show adventures. Choose a three or five-bedroom creekside cabin for a relaxing retreat, one-bedroom “tiny house” cabins that sleep up to six, or enjoy a room at the Stable House Inn. RV pads with full hook-ups are also available in an expansive RV park with a rec center. These cozy accommodations provide easy access to dining, shopping and competition. Book now to ensure availability for your next horse show! Reach the lodging office by email at lodging@tryon.com or by phone at 828-863-1015. View all lodging options including our offsite lodging partners at www.resort.tryon.com/lodging.
Shopping: Enjoy our selection of year-round and seasonal boutiques and specialty services at Tryon International, from boutiques to spa services, treats and beyond! Indulge in a massage or take care of your skin with a facial, peruse the Unique Boutique for handcrafted goods curated from artists around the Carolinas, or shop to your heart’s content at both equestrian and non-equestrian shops with something for everyone.
Dining: From elevated dining experiences to grab-and-go meals, Tryon International’s on-site restaurants cater every craving and occasion. From artful sushi to hearty Italian cuisine and local and organic favorites, seven restaurants open seven days a week means that there’s always something delicious on the menu at Tryon International. View menus and hours at our website anytime!
Tryon Western Adventures: Hit the trails with us! Available Thursdays-Saturdays year-round by reservation, Tryon Western Adventures presented by SCF Western has a carefully curated selection of horses and trail routes to accommodate participants of all levels, from first-time riders to avid trail blazers. Explore Tryon International’s 1,600 acres on an immersive trail ride, weaving through the breathtaking foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Fitness Wide Open: Located on the first floor of the International Pavilion with discounts available to competitors, Fitness Wide Open provides full gym amenities for athletes of all kinds. Join yoga, kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, sculpt and Crossfit classes or work out on your own time with open gym access. Pickleball courts, personal training, Peloton rentals, as well as day and week passes are available.
Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club: It’s more than 18 holes of golf; it is an experience you will not soon forget. The views, the George Cobb design, and the pristine conditions will give you four hours of solid enjoyment. Open to the public with memberships available. Frequent tournaments and events, with an onsite restaurant and rentals available!
Pool Access: From Memorial Day to Labor Day, competitors can enjoy access to the conveniently located pool, equipped with lounge chairs, covered seating, kids areas, locker rooms and restrooms, as well as poolside dining from Mulligans restaurant. Day passes and seasonal memberships are available!
Cleghorn Gun Club: The Sporting Clays course at Cleghorn Gun Club was designed and outfitted by nationally renowned course designers, Rick Hemmingway and Heyward Cunningham. The course consists of 15 stations with four traps per station with target trajectories strategically positioned for every shooter level. The design and layout of the course has beautifully incorporated the topographic character and natural flow of the surrounding land. Golf carts, rental guns, and ammo are available in the Pro Shop, and lessons and memberships are available.
