Stables play a vital role in Tears of the Kingdom, serving as safe havens for Link and his trusty steed to rest, resupply, and take on new quests. With 17 stables scattered across Hyrule, knowing their locations is key to successful exploration. This comprehensive guide covers the sites and unique offerings of every stable to aid your journey.
Overview of Stables in Tears of the Kingdom
Stables provide the following key services:
- Boarding: Store horses safely while adventuring on foot
- Customization: Change horses‘ manes, saddles, bridles
- Registration: Register wild horses caught in the open world
- Quests: Take on optional side quests that reward rare items
- Rentals: Rent horses to traverse Hyrule faster
- Upgrades: Use Ancient Saddle and Bridle to boost horses’ speed and stamina
Additionally, most stables have cooking pots for restoring health, general stores to buy weapons/ingredients, and notice boards posting rumors and job requests.
Now let’s survey all 17 stables in Tears of the Kingdom. We’ve categorized them by region.
Tabantha Region
Snowfield Stable
Location: Northwest Tabantha Snowfield
Snowfield Stable is a lone waystation amidst the snowswept Hebra peaks offering protection from the cold. Talk to Pondo to obtain snow boots for safely traversing deep snowdrifts. This stable also hosts an advanced horseback archery challenge.
- Unique Features:
- Snow boots vendor
- Horseback archery challenge
Tabantha Bridge Stable
Location: Tabantha Bridge, west of Rito Village
True to its name, Tabantha Bridge Stable sits beside the great stone bridge separating Tabantha Frontier from Hyrule Ridge. It mainly serves as a rest stop for Rito Village deliveries. Rent a horse to reach Rito Village faster.
- Unique Features:
- Quick access to Rito Village
- Horse rentals and boarding
Central & West Hyrule
Outskirt Stable
Location: Hyrule Ridge, west of the Great Plateau
As its name implies, the Outskirt Stable lies along Hyrule’s western frontier. With few visitors, it’s a quiet place to board horses before exploring Eldin Canyon’s volcanic slopes to the northeast.
- Unique Features:
- No distractions
- Launching point to Eldin region
- Horse boarding
Wetland Stable
Location: Upper Zora River, northeast of Post Dungeon
In stark contrast to the surrounding wetlands, Wetland Stable is a charming hilltop lodge perfect for some respite. Check their Job Offer board for lucrative courier quests across Hyrule.
- Unique Features:
- Hilltop panoramas
- Courier quest hub
Woodland Stable
Location: Southeast Faron Woods
Woodland Stable is encompassed by vibrant forests ripe for exploration on horseback along the various trails surrounding it. The stable hands can point you to the mystical Korok Forest said to house an ancient shrine.
- Unique Features:
- Next to scenic forests
- Access point to Korok Forest
Highland Stable
Location: Faron Grasslands
Highland Stable enjoys sweeping views of the countryside from its perch in southeast Hyrule. Behind the stable you’ll discover the hot spring-fed Lover’s Pond, perfect for restoring health and stamina after a long ride across the plains.
- Unique Features:
- Hot spring pond
- Plains panoramas
East Hyrule
Foothill Stable
Location: Eldin Canyon Foothills
Marking the entrance to Kakariko Village, Foothill Stable offers weary climbers respite before tackling the volcanic slopes of Death Mountain to the north. Be sure to sample their specialty Fortified Pumpkin cookpot meal.
- Unique Features:
- Hearty meals
- Kakariko Village access
East Akkala Stable
Location: East Akkala Plains
East Akkala’s verdant pastures surround this stable located south of the Akkala Citadel ruins. Their Ancient Bridle upgrade allows horses to sprint longer before tiring. Rent a steed and explore Akkala’s pastoral paradise teeming with hearty wildlife and rare flora.
- Unique Features:
- Ancient Bridle vendor
- Lush Akkala trails
Lanayru Region
Lakeside Stable
Location: Southeast Lake Hylia
On Lake Hylia’s pristine shores sits the aptly named Lakeside Stable, a favorite among anglers and water enthusiasts. Their bountiful stocks of Hyrule Bass draw cooks from across Hyrule. Unwind by Lake Hylia after a rewarding fishing session.
- Unique Features:
- Abundant Hyrule Bass
- Lakeside vistas
Gerudo Region
Canyon Stable
Location: Gerudo Canyon Pass
Marking the Gerudo region’s western entrance, Canyon Stable serves as a trading hub between Hyrule and Gerudo settlements. Purchase a Sand Seal rental for effortlessly navigating Gerudo Desert’s vast dunes. Experienced spear hunters also offer Sand Seal hunting lessons.
- Unique Features:
- Sand Seal rentals
- West Gerudo entrance
Hebra Region
South Akkala Stable
Location: South Akkala Foothills
Well situated along Akkala’s main thoroughfare, South Akkala Stable welcomes miners and traders en route to the Eldin region. They sell precious Topaz and other gems gathered from nearby mines that fetch a high price at market.
- Unique Features:
- Gem trading outpost
- Akkala route access point
East Akkala Stable
Location: Northeast Akkala Plains
East of the Akkala Tower you’ll discover East Akkala Stable, your gateway to the region’s sweeping grasslands and prime zebra grazing terrain. Their Ancient Saddle upgrade boosts horses‘ speed for racing across those open plains.
- Unique Features:
- Ancient Saddle vendor
- East Akkala trails
Dueling Peaks
Dueling Peaks Stable
Location: Dueling Peaks Canyon
Centrally located between the iconic Dueling Peaks, this stable mainly accommodates merchants hauling goods along Hyrule’s central trade route. Listen closely to gossip by the cooking pot for shrine clues spoken in hushed tones.
- Unique Features:
- Trade route pit stop
- Shrine clue rumors
Great Plateau Region
Serenne Stable
Location: North Hyrule Plain
Serenne Stable sets the gold standard for equestrian accommodations with state-of-the-art amenities for both horses and riders. Their Ancient equipment upgrades outclass all others. Experienced riders can join horseback archery competitions on the riding course.
- Unique Features:
- Ancient gear vendor
- Horseback archery events
Riverside Stable
Location: Central Hyrule Plain
True to its moniker, Riverside Stable overlooks the lush plains south of Hyrule Castle with the gentle waters of the Hylia River flowing by. Kick back under the shade of an apple tree after a packed day of apple picking in the orchard.
- Unique Features:
- Apple orchard
- Riverside panoramas
Necluda Region
Duelling Peaks Stable
Location: Central Hyrule Plain
This tiny stable situated on Lon Lon Ranch offers the bare essentials for riders exploring Necluda’s bucolic countryside. Strike up a friendship with the ranch owner Talon to gain access to the finest steeds raised on prime grass-fed pastures.
- Unique Features:
- Lon Lon Ranch access
- Grass-fed horses
Hateno Pasture
Location: Northeast Hateno Village
Nestled in the Laparoh Valley just east of Hateno Village, Hateno Pasture stable provides superb accommodations exclusively for horses boarded by locals. Their enormous fenced pastures allow horses to roam freely across open meadows.
- Unique Features:
- Horse exclusive lodging
- Enormous grazing pastures
That covers all the major stables in Tears of the Kingdom! At these critical waypoints, weary riders can rest, resupply and take on daring new quests during their exploration of Hyrule. Each location also serves as the perfect jumping-off point for discovering memorable scenery and hidden surprises tucked off the beaten trail across this expansive open world. Just choose your ideal destination stable, saddle up your trusty steed, and let the grand adventure begin!
