With prompting from our daughters we decided to gift them both a horseback riding lesson for their…read morebirthday this year. Neither of them (6 and 10) had ever been on a horse before so we researched to find a place that would take that into account. We were really excited for our girls to do the "family" fun package. I called and arranged a time for the ride. Luckily we planned to get there early as we accidentally ended up at a neighbors house and had to course correct. We got there and after filling out a lot of paperwork (waiver forms, info sheets, etc.) It was time for the girls to ride. They were each fit with a helmet and taken to a horse by the owner Anita. She had 2 other ladies with her that helped with the ride. Both girls were walked around the pen with their respective horses and learned the basic commands like move and stop. My older girl was able to catch on to direct the horse with the reins. Both girls seemed to have a good time. The only let down and the reason behind the 4 stars instead of 5, was the pretty hefty price of $120 for both my girls to be able to ride for just 30 minutes. (The owner only wanted cash or bank transfer m, FYI.) And I specifically mean 30 minutes, as the owner kept asking one of the other ladies how much time was left. That was a bit distracting and honestly made it seem like she just wanted it over with. The last concern I had was the fact that my youngest (who I admit is a talker) kept trying to talk to her and the other lady helping, but they kept having their own conversation. I had explained this was a birthday gift/celebration for both girls and we were hoping it would be special. The fact that the paying customer (who was disappointed) was being ignored is pretty sad. Luckily my girls were so excited to ride a horse they didn't see the issues I did. (Mentality of ride 30 minutes then be gone. No petting the horses or seeing the other ones.) This was a decent first experience and there was no concern for their safety, but we will probably explore other options in the future.

Great social distancing activity!! My family and I loved our experience here. We opted for a 2 hour…read moreride. The trail was STUNNING. I wish we had come for their sunset ride because that would've been breathtaking on that trail. The staff is friendly and our guide Jordan was sociable and did an amazing job. The horses are so sweet and were easy to ride. Check this place out to support local business!! They take walk ins or you can call to make a reservation.

Amazing location ! So much more than just a horseback ride. The town was a blast and Cowboy Bob our…read moreguide was a good time and wealth of information. Highly recommend

Here are some great photos to go along with the review I already posted! This is definitely an…read moreadventure to bring the whole family on!

My husband and I went to have breakfast at this cute little place as we love to try new places…read more There was no wait- and the service was quick which was impressive for a Sunday morning. The portions were big and I was beyond full. You certainly get what you pay for. If you just want a coffee you can go there and get one from there little coffee bar they have as well. They are delicious!

Looked like a great place to stop into for breakfast on a Sunday morning. After a 10 minute detour…read moreoff the Highway we arrived at the cafe. Easy parking in the back. Place was busy but not crazy crowded. Two of us walked in and were immediately seated at one of the available tables. And we sat there. And sat there. And sat there some more. By this time twenty minutes had elapsed and the menu had been memorized. Still no one came to take our order. When we asked the young man who seated us for a server, he walked away without saying anything. Twenty wasted minutes memorizing a menu for a Cafe I won't be returning to because of no service.

Great and friendly service. Answered all the questions I had about what there were sell and their…read moretrees and if they didn't know they would go out of there way and get me an answer. Follows mask wearing protocol to keep everyone who comes out to buy safe. Good family and friend co-op group of individuals with rich deep history.

Justice Brothers is one of our favorite you-picks! The staff is all super friendly and the…read moreexperience of the you-pick is so wonderful. They have the BEST citrus and honey. I can't wait until they open to the public again for you-picking. It is has become a loved and treasured family tradition in our home.

I have had my horse boarded here for the past year! They take great care of the animals and the…read morehorses are all happy! Pretty sure these are the largest pens in Phoenix for the cost. All the amenities and trails are right out the back gate to South Mountain. This is also a dog rescue, so if you are looking for a furry friend, give the owner Kitty a call.

Look no further as the Sanctuary at South Mountain is the place to be! The owner Kitty is the most…read moreloving and caring animal lover I've ever seen. The grounds are clean and the horses come first! Excellant location to South Mountain trails. No crossing busy congested streets, It's just right out the gate.Stalls are huge and the horses absolutely love it here! You definitely won't be dissapointed!

As the mother of the groom, I was with my son and fiancé as they considered many venues. Whispering…read moreTree Ranch checked all the boxes! It is a vintage farmhouse venue with all the charm and outstanding customer service. Jenny went beyond the call of duty to make sure the wedding ceremony and reception was fabulous and stress free. The lighting was beautiful and there were so many wonderful picture opportunities. If you are looking for a fun, warm, eclectic farm wedding with wine barrel and mason jars for up to 125 guests, this is your venue!

My husband and I just got married here yesterday! Jenny was such an amazing host. My DJ Erica was…read moreawesome! And the catering we chose was delicious! Thank you to the entire team for helping making my wedding the greatest adventure. I will update this when I get photos back from my photographer.

Tried the Hatchfire Burger with a side of sidewinder fries and it absolutely delivered. The burger…read morehad that perfect smash-style crust on the edges with tons of flavor packed into every bite. The hatch green chiles gave it just the right amount of kick without overpowering the beef, and everything tasted fresh and well balanced. The sidewinder fries were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and seasoned really well. They're thick enough to hold up but still have that golden crunch you want with a burger. Portion size was solid, the presentation was clean, and overall it just felt like a quality meal. If you're a burger fan and like a little heat, this one is worth ordering. I'll definitely be back.

We followed Mary's brother and sister-in-law to this fairly remote site without much in the way of…read moresignage. The place is huge, with a big band stage and other activities like cornhole and even a photo booth. The only two negatives were that the seating was on super uncomfortable picknick table benches and the wait staff were way understaffed with how they got slammed that night. Also I think they were using a food truck as their kitchen, which possibly also accounted for some of the long delay getting our food. The food was good quality and reasonable as they only have a few things and do them all well. The band was super, and a pretty good sized family crowd of all ages took to the dance floor, doing mostly country two-step and some line dancing. I asked Mary if she wanted to stop on our way back from Verrado and she vetoed it saying the seating was too uncomfortable.

Good cause and unique experience My group enjoy the wagon…read moreride and John Robinson was very common

Pro Tip: during the cooler months, you can schedule a hay ride at and around the south mountain…read morearea! Call the ranch to talk about it!!! Where do I begin with this update?? It's been about 3 years since my Girl Scout troop came to this ranch (see my previous review). Since then my kiddo and I have taken classes at the ranch and we both became volunteers at the ranch. We come to this ranch about as often as we can. The owners make it a point to make everyone feel like family! This IS our family now!!! Aside from the joys of the ranch, my kiddo has advanced riding skills so much that my kiddo has participated in the Black Rodeo, Competitive Horsemanship and Riding and trail rides. Like my kiddo, experienced students at the ranch can participate in parades, shows, and more as volunteers representing the ranch too! If you'd like the same opportunities, you just need to saddle up and start your horsemanship journey, or expand it, at the RR! And, For the person who wrote that they called and no one answered... keep in mind, this ranch runs off of its volunteers. There is a limited paid staff and a small army of volunteers who support RR. This ranch serves as a large animal rescue. This ranch is a place of escape for victims of a variety of situations and this ranch services folks with a variety of physical, emotional and mental needs---- on top of the herd of horses, goats, pigs and dogs that live there. THERE WILL BE MOMENTS WHERE ACTIVITIES ON THE RANCH TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ANSWERING THE PHONE. Please, be gentle and understanding. Call back, leave a message and give grace. I've added as many pictures as I can. Come out and schedule a tour, sign up for a class or sign up to be a volunteer: you won't regret it! Return Factor: 10000000%