Horseback Riding, Dude Ranches, and Western Fun
Great ideas for horseback riding, how to find dude ranches and where to go for real Western atmosphere.
Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, Tucson, Arizona
Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, located in the beautiful cactus-studded hills outside Tucson, Arizona, has been loved by vacationers since the 1950's. It is a top family vacation destination.
Tanque Verde Guest Ranch, located in the beautiful cactus-studded hills outside Tucson, Arizona, has been loved by vacationers since the 1950's. It is a top family vacation destination.
Southwest Dude Ranches - Dude Ranches in the Southwest
Dude ranches, or guest ranches, have been a mainstay of southwest tourism for many years. Dude ranches of today offer service and accommodations a cut above the drafty bunk houses of yesteryear, yet guests will experience the feel of a working ranch, learn about horses and sample cowboy cuisine. Here's our list of dude ranches in the Southwest.
Dude ranches, or guest ranches, have been a mainstay of southwest tourism for many years. Dude ranches of today offer service and accommodations a cut above the drafty bunk houses of yesteryear, yet guests will experience the feel of a working ranch, learn about horses and sample cowboy cuisine. Here's our list of dude ranches in the Southwest.
White Stallion Ranch - Tucson, Arizona
The White Stallion Ranch is a family-owned working ranch. With Longhorn cattle coming in for water every day and outdoor bar-b-que's, the White Stallion Ranch has plenty of Western atmosphere. Settle in and enjoy the mountain and desert views. Once you get there, you won't want to leave.
The White Stallion Ranch is a family-owned working ranch. With Longhorn cattle coming in for water every day and outdoor bar-b-que's, the White Stallion Ranch has plenty of Western atmosphere. Settle in and enjoy the mountain and desert views. Once you get there, you won't want to leave.
White Stallion Ranch - Tucson's White Stallion Dude Ranch
White Stallion Ranch - Tucson's White Stallion Dude Ranch
White Stallion Ranch - Tucson's White Stallion Dude Ranch
About Horses and Ponies - Trail Riding Safety Guidelines
For many people riding out on trail is the only way to ride. But even if your goal is the show ring, trail riding can provide a welcome break in routine from working in an arena for both horse and rider. Trail riding requires a little more awareness. Situations can occur that would never happen in the more controlled environment of the riding ring.
For many people riding out on trail is the only way to ride. But even if your goal is the show ring, trail riding can provide a welcome break in routine from working in an arena for both horse and rider. Trail riding requires a little more awareness. Situations can occur that would never happen in the more controlled environment of the riding ring.
Betty's Trail Rides - Real Old West Horseback Riding Adventure
Betty's Trail Rides in Morristown near Lake Pleasant, Arizona provides hourly to a half day horseback trail rides in a historic and scenic desert setting.
Betty's Trail Rides in Morristown near Lake Pleasant, Arizona provides hourly to a half day horseback trail rides in a historic and scenic desert setting.
Canyon Creek Ranch - Black Canyon City, Arizona, Horseback Riding and More
Canyon Creek Ranch in Black Canyon City, Arizona is less than an hour from Phoenix and Scottsdale. You can ride horses in the beautiful canyon, stop at their Old Town for a special lunch, or arrange for custom group activities.
Canyon Creek Ranch in Black Canyon City, Arizona is less than an hour from Phoenix and Scottsdale. You can ride horses in the beautiful canyon, stop at their Old Town for a special lunch, or arrange for custom group activities.
Choosing and Prepping for a Dude Ranch Vacation
Dude ranch vacations are an enjoyable escape, especially if you live in a city.
Dude ranch vacations are an enjoyable escape, especially if you live in a city.
Colorado Trails Ranch - Guest Ranch, Durango, CO
Family fun abounds at Colorado Trails Ranch located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains outside Durango, Colorado.
Family fun abounds at Colorado Trails Ranch located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains outside Durango, Colorado.
Kay El Bar Guest Ranch - Wickenburg, AZ
Comfortable and friendly as family, the Kay El Bar Ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona, is an authentic western dude ranch in the foothills of Arizona's Bradshaw Mountains. Located an hour from Phoenix, four hours from the Grand Canyon and four hours from Las Vegas. One of Arizona's first dude ranches, the Kay El Bar has welcomed guests since 1926.
Comfortable and friendly as family, the Kay El Bar Ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona, is an authentic western dude ranch in the foothills of Arizona's Bradshaw Mountains. Located an hour from Phoenix, four hours from the Grand Canyon and four hours from Las Vegas. One of Arizona's first dude ranches, the Kay El Bar has welcomed guests since 1926.
MTM Ranch - Horseback Riding Adventure,, Cave Creek, Arizona
MTM Ranch in Cave Creek, Arizona provides hourly to all day horseback trail rides in a beautiful saguaro forest setting.
MTM Ranch in Cave Creek, Arizona provides hourly to all day horseback trail rides in a beautiful saguaro forest setting.
Rancho de los Caballeros - Historic Guest Ranch - Wickenburg, AZ
Rancho de los Caballeros is a well respected guest ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona. Families have been coming to the ranch for over 50 years to golf, ride, enjoy fine dining and soak up the desert sunshine. The ranch recently added a spa.
Rancho de los Caballeros is a well respected guest ranch in Wickenburg, Arizona. Families have been coming to the ranch for over 50 years to golf, ride, enjoy fine dining and soak up the desert sunshine. The ranch recently added a spa.
Rancho de Los Caballeros - Wickenburg, Arizona Guest Ranch
Rancho de los Caballeros in Wickenburg is a true western gem. Head down Vulture Mine Road in Wickenburg and you will head back in time when a stay at a Guest Ranch was for the "rich and famous" and the desert held treasures only a guest flying in to the ranch's private airstrip could enjoy.
Rancho de los Caballeros in Wickenburg is a true western gem. Head down Vulture Mine Road in Wickenburg and you will head back in time when a stay at a Guest Ranch was for the "rich and famous" and the desert held treasures only a guest flying in to the ranch's private airstrip could enjoy.
The Dude Ranchers' Association: Guest Ranch Search
Find a Western guest ranch by searching the data base of the Dude Ranchers' Association.
Find a Western guest ranch by searching the data base of the Dude Ranchers' Association.
Traditional Dude Ranches
These five traditional dude ranches offer "hands on" horseback riding experiences, are family friendly and each is set in a wilderness or mountainous location. Whether you're an experienced horseback rider who wants to gallop on the range or it's your first time on a horse, these ranches have learning programs, rides and pack trips for all abilities.
These five traditional dude ranches offer "hands on" horseback riding experiences, are family friendly and each is set in a wilderness or mountainous location. Whether you're an experienced horseback rider who wants to gallop on the range or it's your first time on a horse, these ranches have learning programs, rides and pack trips for all abilities.
White Tanks Riding Stables - Ride Beautiful White Tank Regional Park
White Tanks Riding Stables provides guided trail rides, horse-drawn wagon ride, children's pony rides and group activities.
White Tanks Riding Stables provides guided trail rides, horse-drawn wagon ride, children's pony rides and group activities.