HORSEBACK RIDING
The dramatic landscape surrounding the ranch was — and in many ways still is — the real Wild West and our rides will take you there. Ride by ancient Native American petroglyphs, abandoned railroad grades and trestles, forgotten mines, and old prospector’s monuments.
Whether you are an experienced rider or a complete beginner, we have horses and rides for everyone. Our herd includes horses for different levels of riders and we work hard to match guests to a horse that will make their vacation special.
Children must be 5 years old to ride a horse and 8 years or older to ride fast or ride on the “experienced rider” trails.
“Walk where they walked, ride where they rode.”
Horseback Riding
SLOW RIDES
For all levels of rider on walking only trails. Exploring the Tombstone Hills, our slow rides are scenic and cover a variety of terrain including sandy desert washes lined by Cottonwood and Arizona Walnut trees, abandoned railroad grades, old jeep trails and hills once mined for silver. Take in spectacular views of the surrounding mountain ranges, the town of Tombstone, and the land where Apaches, cowboys and prospectors once rode.
FAST RIDES
After first completing a Slow Ride and then passing a demonstration test (where riders demonstrate they can safely control their horses), more experienced riders are able to ride on one of our "Fast Rides" in which they’ll experience walking, trotting and some loping as the high desert terrain permits.
Specialty Rides
TRAIL TO THE 1880s
Our wranglers take you back in time to see the local history. We’ll ride through the high desert passing petroglyphs, hand-dug wells, mine shafts, rock cabin ruins, abandoned railroad trestles and ghost towns.
RIDE TO TOMBSTONE
Ride to town just like Wyatt Earp and the gunslingers of the past, riding along the old railroad grade that once connected Fairback to Tombstone. Step off your horse and head to Allen Street and the center of Tombstone for an opportunity to look around the town, take in the sights, do a little Western shopping or have a beer at Big Nose Kate’s. Mount up and ride back to the ranch down Schieffelin Monument road.
BEER & CHEETOS RIDE
Take a scenic ride to a secluded spot in the desert where we’ll highline the horses and then wash away the dust with a cold refreshing beer, enjoy some tasty snack foods and share stories with good company in the Arizona desert.
TEQUILA TASTER
Raise a red solo shot cup to your favorite western hero all while sitting on your horse enjoying a great view of the San Pedro Valley.
HALF-DAY RIDE
This ride takes guests on an adventure around the cattle ranch—riding to our cattle’s closest water source. With breathtaking views of the Huachuca Mountains and many prospectors monuments and abandoned mines to spot, this ride is varied, beautiful and challenging.
CATTLE WORK
Try your hand at moving cattle in the arena with guided instruction.
OBSTACLE COURSE
You and your horse work together to perform different activities: crossing a bridge, going over logs, opening and closing a gate, and even getting the mail.
