This is my second time to Broken Saddle, but the first time for my husband, son and grand-daughter. I absolutely loved the experience the first time I was here (last year) and have been talking about it ever since. My husband and I have been riding at various different places over the years, but are far from expert riders. Our son had one previous (bad) experience, and this was the first time on a horse for our grand-daughter. EVERYONE agreed that these folks are true PROS. They are so very thorough in their instructions, obviously take great care of their horses, and the wranglers are charming and highly experienced. They spent a great deal of time with Isabelle, making sure she was comfortable on her horse, etc. At the end of the ride she pronounced the experience "amazing!" (She's 9 ). We absolutely love this place and recommend it to anyone coming to the Santa Fe area. read more

My sister and niece and I had a great ride with June at Broken Saddle. The weather was perfect;not a cloud in the sky and 50 degrees. We for a little over an hour, up and down the hills of Old Cerrillos. One guest was from Austin, and she had only been on a horse a few times. The horses are so well trained, we all had a great time. The sky doesn't get any bluer. You learn about the old mines in the area and a bit of geology. A ton of films have been made in the area, and you feel like you are in a western! Fabulous experience. Harold (owner) is amazing. The horses are well cared for and healthy. Thank you for a great Christmas Eve morning. read more

Took a private ride out with my husband. Terri was our guide and she was just wonderful!! She taught us a lot about the history of the land, pointed out different flowers and birds and was just so easy to talk to! Was super fun! HIGHLY recommend when visiting! The horses are beautiful (Tennessee walkers and Missouri Foxtrotters) and you can see just how well they are taken care of. I also specifically like that they don't use bits on the horses. Will def be back when we visit again! read more

Such a great experience! If you're near Albuquerque or Santa Fe this is a must stop (make reservations though)! I have 2 teens that absolutely loved it. We went in early August and it was really warm, but Harold makes sure the horses are well taken care of and doesn't take them out past a certain time. Amy was our guide and had a great attitude and was wonderful with the horses and helping to coach 2 teens that had never been horseback riding. We would go back! Highly recommended. read more

Had a blast! I have ridden in the past with other companies, but never have I been given such a good ridding and safety lecrure. They took the time to make sure we were really comfortable in our knowledge and physical readiness. The horse was well trained, and very important, well cared for. The guide was very interested in our safety, and confidence. Lots of local history and park tid bits. Plus, he was cute! We will come back for the sun set ride another time. Big recommend. read more

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We came for a ride at Broken Saddle over Thanksgiving. The drive out from Santa Fe is a nice one, you feel like you've come upon a Wild West town when you arrive in Cerrillos. Everyone at Broken Saddle was really charming, they walk you through all of the riding basics and let you walk around a bit on your steed before you take off. My husband and I both got some very tall Tennessee Walking Horses for our 1 hour beginners ride. Our guide Nicky was great. She took us up into Cerrillos Hills Park and gave us a history lesson along the way. The area was mined for silver and turquoise in the past and really does have quite an interesting story. The ride is beautiful and is the quintessential high desert landscape. The trail we rode had a lot of variety, up through the hills and back down through a dried riverbed. Most importantly our horses were great and the ride was a lot of fun. They let let you run your horse if you're up for it, or you can hang back and have a quiet ride. I would highly recommend Broken Saddle and plan to return. read more

I have not used this company, but only chose not to after the man on the phone was EXTREMELY rude and condescending. Way to encourage patronage of your business. Made the ride sound like a huge test that if we failed we would be sent back, like we were in a time out. Try being friendly, a little bird told me that when you are, people bring you money. Jerk. read more

Like Denise A. below, we picked Broken Saddle because of their ratings. My husband had never been on a horse before but he wanted to ride out in the desert. I had taken lessons before, but I usually ride English style, not Western. That didn't matter. We wanted to have a fun ride and we definitely picked the right place. It's a short drive from Santa Fe to Broken Saddle and the team at Broken Saddle were awesome! They care about their horses and told us they wouldn't let us ride if it was too hot for the horses. So, it wasn't too hot on the morning of July 4 and we went out with another rider for about 1.5 hours on an easy trail. We were given great instruction before riding. We were helped on and off our horses and told the best way to handle them. For three riders, we had two guides. One leading the way and another riding last. They gave excellent cues and tips for riding and answered our questions about the area and the horses. My horse, Jack, walked on remote control; he knew where to go and what to do. I didn't have to handle him a lot. Our horses walked most of the way and when we reached the top of a hill, they took our pictures on the horses at the Madrid Overlook (I think that's what it was called). We would go back in heartbeat when we are out in Santa Fe again. I always felt safe on my horse and when we came back from our ride they gave us carrots to feed the horses. Who doesn't love a horse? read more

Broken Saddle Riding - Jack the horse likes to eat on the trail. - Horseback Riding Near Me - Cerrillos, New Mexico

My mom and I took a sunset ride with Harold and had a wonderful time. The horses were gorgeous, well behaved, and a dream to ride. Harold does a great job giving you a unique experience. It's so far from boring nose-to-tail riding and feels like you really belong in the saddle. I highly recommend taking a ride at Broken Saddle if you're in the Santa Fe or Albuquerque area! read more

Horseback riding near Santa Fe and Albuquerque, We were looking for a riding place to go during our vacation. We could not have asked for a more superb place than Broken Saddles riding stables, located in Los Cerrillos . We were able to book over the phone from Minnesota with ease. Once getting there, Harold and his team exemplified customer service. They had the horses ready to go, went over safety, ensured we felt comfortable, and off we went. Not only did we get and excellent horseback riding trip, we were informed about the history of the surrounding area including the mining history and the flora/fauna as well. They offer rides for beginners up to experienced; we chose the experienced rider ride and were able to cantor, gallop, as well as walk through the state park. We have been on many rides and this was by far the best experience we have had; the horses, guides, and Harold himself make this an exceptional experience you do not want to pass up. Above all we cannot stress enough how amazing Harold and his team are. We unfortunately locked out rental car keys in the trunk of the car along with ALL our personal items. Harold used his AAA card and called on behalf of us and waited while the AAA person came. He offered us jackets as it was cooling off fast, stuck around until the AAA person came, allowed us to use his phone to call various people we needed to contact for information. On top of that when AAA could not open the car he brought us 20 minutes away to the nearest general store, where we could wait for our ride, and explained to the people working our plight. This was not only an amazing experience to horseback ride with excellent guides and horses, but the customer service was beyond exceptional. From now on I will only ever ride with Broken Saddles and strongly urge anyone in the area or visiting to go! read more

Had the most wonderful and memorable time with Harold as our guide for our family of four! Beautiful scenery, gentle horses and great instruction. Our 10 year old and 15 year old sons were talking about their horseback riding experience for days afterward! Loved it! read more

2017 - still serving up an awesome riding experience! Thanks to Harold, Rod, Red and Lily!

Wonderful stable, with happy, well-looked after Tennessee Walkers and other gaited horses. Harold, the owner, is extremely considerate of his riders and his horses, and gives you a very useful quick little lesson before the ride. My horse, Champagne, was sweet and excited to go out, but totally controllable. The scenery is fantastic, very 'True Grit' and lots to see and look at. Close to the arty / hippy town of Madrid and the old mining village of Cerillos. I love this place, try it out! read more

We visited Santa Fe for spring break and chose Broken Saddle for our daughters to have an afternoon of riding mostly because they allow walk, trot and canter. They were paired with Carla who was amazing. We were not entirely sure if we should send our daughters off for 2 hours without us as they are 12 and 14. But.....our daughters are experienced riders with their own horses back home that they compete on in Hunter/Jumper. My husband and I do not ride so if we had gone along.....the girls would have been stifled. The people at Broken Saddle are kind, respectful, accommodating, responsive and communicative. Now on to the experience our daughters had..... They were paired perfectly to their horses. The staff was super friendly and really fun! Once on the ride, Carla was knowledgeable, energetic, complimentary and a wonderful "mentor" if you will. I say mentor because she talked with our girls about riding, experiences and made is fun but educational. What my girls said stands out most to the was Carla's care, attentiveness and concern for the horses the entire time. It was impeccable. She stopped to make sure the saddle and girth were secure and comfortable and that the horses had water etc more than once. That kind of concern and love for the animals is exactly what we respect most. In trail rides in other states......that was not always the case. Thank you to Carla and everyone at Broken Saddle for giving our girls a fun experience that they will talk about for years to come! read more

I was in Santa Fe NM the first week of December for a vacation. I went on a trail ride with Broken Saddle Riding Company it was a beautiful ride the horses were excellent Tennessee Walkers. These horses are amazing and My Guide Carla was so courteous and made the ride so nice. I would highly recommend the Broken Saddle riding company if you want a great trail ride. Thanks Alison Wolfsheimer San Diego read more

This was the best thing we did while visiting Santa Fe. I am an experienced rider and my friend is a beginner rider and we both had a blast. The views are awe inspiring and magnificent. Our guide (also the owner) Harold was so kind and very knowledgeable about the land, history, and culture of the area. This is a must do! read more

Yeehaaw! Let's do that again! (once my sore behind recovers a bit though...) Horseback riding reminds me to let go - just move your body with the rhythm of the horse. Broken Saddle takes you out into the hills and valleys of Cerillos which are filled with beauty and history. Swaying along through the desert you quickly find your mind unfolding from it's normal pathways of thinking, suddenly you're the badass on a horse in the desert. As we wandered along the trail our very attentive and professional guide (whose name I wish I could remember to give him a shoutout but I do remember he was a carpenter and real cowboy at heart!) took time to point out the historical spots and various types of native plants. He also seemed to really care about the horses in a deeper way and took time to make sure they were doing just as well as the people perched on-top of them. Broken Saddle seems to cater to all skill levels and the pace and speed of your trip is tailored accordingly. We wound our way up and down and around the beautiful landscape full of variety - cactus, piñon and juniper trees, apache plums, rocks imbedded with turquoise, and layers of colored earth. The climax of the two-hour trip was a beautiful high point with 360 degree views of the breathtaking landscape. Everything about the experience was wonderful and I highly recommend the Broken Saddle if you're looking for a truly unique southwestern equestrian experience! Note for women: Wear a sports bra. The "girls" do a fair amount of bouncing around on the back of a horse. :) read more

We hired a guide and 2 horses for a 2 hour ride through the wilderness and it was amazing. We saw coyotes, giant hares and many birds. The horses are well taken care of and they do a good job matching to skill level and the rider's size. I suggested to my brother when he went and they loved it as well. read more

What a great place! We have taken two trail rides now and both trips were amazing. My boyfriend is not a horse person at all and I went on the beginner trail ride with him and I wasn't bored. Harold takes wonderful care of his horses-all are well-fleshed, fit and very agreeable. Well worth the price. The scenery is gorgeous, the horses comfortable and the guides professional and accommodating. read more

While staying in Santa Fe, my daughter 13 wanted to go horseback riding. I found Broken Saddle on Yelp. I said we were beginners and although my daughter has been on a horse a few times Harold the owner took us out. It is beautiful scenery, Harold is a very wonderful host and showed my daughter how to cantor. The horses are well taken care of and a delight to ride. We couldn't have asked for a better way to spend our last day of spring break. We will definitely come back the next time we are in N.M. read more

Our guide was excellent and the horses well behaved. For both of us, this was our second time on a horse and we really enjoyed ourselves. We will definitely come back to this company to try out the sunset rides. read more

We loved our trail ride at Broken Saddle. Harold was super friendly when we arrived and did a great job teaching us the basics and getting us on our horses. We had four children in our group, one who was very scared. Carla was wonderful with her and all the kids. Rod gave us all a fantastic history lesson as we rode and pointed out all the scenic places where we were able to get great photos. I'd absolutely recommend them to anyone. read more

I was in Sante Fe in January, and called to see if I could get a ride the next day. To my delight, not only was it possible to reserve, but since it was the off season, I ended up getting a private ride for the same price as a group ride. Harold gave me a great horse, and took us on a beautiful trail with fantastic views. He also told me a lot of history about the area during the ride, which made the experience that much more interesting. Would highly recommend! read more

Enjoyed an exceptional riding experience at Broken Saddle last weekend. Our riders ranged from a first time seven-year-old to adults that have ridden their whole lives. Our wrangler, June, was really delightful. Bright, personable, and had a good sense of how to care for the kids in the group. We took a trail that gave us some fun ups and downs through the desert, and our horses were lively enough to be interesting for the experienced riders, while being drama-free for the youngsters. The seven year old did well, he got to canter on his first day out and can't wait to ride again. :) read more

Had a wonderful ride with Rod today. Scheduling with Harold by phone was fast and easy. As others have mentioned, Harold's riding instruction was perfect! This team is efficient, friendly, and safe. Horses were obviously well cared-for, and the staff showed such respect and concern for their comfort and welfare. The BSRC team are no-nonsense folks. If you need assistance they will help you at every turn. If you need ego-massage or have trouble making simple decisions and arrangements, then you may be out of luck. :) read more

What an experience! Rod our wrangler is top notch. Had my husband comfortable on a horse in no time. We have been back several times and would recommend Broken saddle to any level of rider :+} Harold is a great guy felt right at home here. Outstanding Operation!! read more

Broken Saddle Riding - Great Morning with Rod! Broken Saddle is THE BEST - Horseback Riding Near Me - Cerrillos, New Mexico

A horse back ride with Broken Saddle is hands down one of the most compelling activities in the Santa Fe area! This, our second family horseback riding trip to Broken Saddle, was just as meaningful and old west zen as our first. Harold the owner is professional, upbeat and kind. The wranglers are conscientious and informative. We rode with wrangler Rob this time and it was a pleasure. The horses are in tip top shape and the landscape is stunning; spurring you to think deeply about the history and geology of the land around you. We visit Santa Fe a few times a year and will return to ride at Broken Saddle again and again. It's a stellar outfit. Thanks Harold and Rod! The Suess family. read more

My boyfriend and I were vacationing in Santa Fe and the number 1 thing I wanted to do was go horseback ridding. Our resort recommended Broken Saddle and we are so happy that they did. Broken Saddle was amazing! We did the sunset ride which had amazing views and got some beautiful pictures. Our guide was Ron and he was very informative about the plant life and the history of the area. He made the ride exciting and relaxing at the same time. We loved the fact that he had his cowboy hat since he was 16! Harrold the owner was very sweet and gave us some very helpful hints to make our ride the best it could be. We would highly recommend Broken Saddle and if we are ever back in New Mexico we will visit them again! read more

Broken Saddle Riding - Amazing sunset tour with Ron! - Horseback Riding Near Me - Cerrillos, New Mexico

This is a great place for riders from beginners to experts. . We rode at an intermediate level and were very pleased with the level of professionalism and instruction. Our guide was very attentive and courteous and the entire experience was a pleasure. The guide also explained the local geology and biology which was very interesting and informative as well. This was a 5 star experience all around. read more

Had a fantastic 1 1/4hour ride. Harold was very informative instructor for my novice husband. Rod was a great guide. Very knowable on the history of the area. Next time would love one of the advance rides they offer read more

Came here to ride horses while visiting Santa Fe. This was the best experience I have ever had! Took the 2 hour ride with Michael who was an excellent teacher and knowledgeable guide. The horses were happy and healthy and care was taken to match the right horse to each rider. We covered some beautiful landscape and learned a lot about the area. Will definitely be back to ride again! read more

We had a wonderful experience. Our guide was Ann Clemons. She was very knowledgeable about horses, riding, and the history of the area. The horses were healthy, well taken care of, and a pleasure to ride. The scenery was breathtaking. read more

I didn't even get a chance to visit because the guy who answered the phone was so damn rude I decided right away that he wasn't getting my money. Try Russ at Santa Fe western adventure for a true horseman who values his customers. read more

Wow - I've never ridden a horse with such smooth gaits. Thanks, Lady! I very much enjoyed a one hour and fifteen minute "advanced beginner" ride with three other riders, and our enthusiastic guide, John (who has some very interesting stories you can ask him about). The short lesson before the ride about keeping weight in our heels was extremely helpful and captured the essentials. We cantered up several slopes, jogged on some soft dirt paths, and stopped at an overlook point to take photos. The ground is rather rocky but the horses are familiar with the terrain. It was fun to see several sights from the mining history of the area. It's a pleasant half-hour drive from Santa Fe. It's easy to find by following the signs for Cerrillos Hills Park. Saddlebags are provided for you to put water and a camera. Be sure to arrive about a half hour before your appointment time to allow time to pay, get settled, select a helmet, etc. read more

Thank you all for a wonderful ride. George and Twain are remarkable horses, and the guide, John Wayne, did an outstanding job. We enjoyed everything about the ride and the service. read more

We went as a family; I have some riding experience but the rest were all beginners (wife and two sons, 9 and 11). Broken Saddle is very well-run, our Guide was great, the location beautiful, and the experience outstanding. My youngest really loved it and asked if we could go again (after the two hour ride). We went back three days later. That said, this isn't just for beginners; there are great rides here for experienced riders too. read more

I made a reservation in October for a 2-hour ride on November 29 at 2:00pm. I provided credit card, height, weight and skill level for me & my husband. We were told to be there 30 minutes early. When I called to confirm he said we weren't on the books, so I reiterated the information I had previously provieded. Again, he said we were not on the books, acted insulted, told me to go somewhere else and promptly hung up. I would like to know how to bypass this rude person to get a reservation. read more

I chose this outfit because of the great reviews on Yelp and I was not disappointed. Harold was helpful and friendly when I called the day ahead to make the arrangements, and just as helpful and friendly when we showed up the next day. We are novices, and the brief instruction beforehand as well as the well trained horses made for a great ride. Our guide Carla led us on a wonderful scenic ride through the adjacent state park. She was personable and provided interesting information about the area (geology, biology, history). This was one of our favorite activities during our stay in NM, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it again. read more

This was definitely the highlight of trip. The trail goes through beautiful terrain. The staff members are friendly and make sure you have the basics down for a nice, safe ride. They match you up with the right horse as far as your size and experience. Rod was an awesome trail guide. Loved every second of it. read more

An Excellent experience! My friends and I are beginners & were given wonderful instructions before riding by the owner (Howard). It's very apparent their horses and their customers are very important to them. This is a no-frills ranch, but exactly what we were looking for. The ride included some local history, a nice ride and a great view at an overlook. Our wrangler, Ann, was very attentive. She took the time to explain what was coming ahead, how to handle the horses and took pictures of our group at the overlook (with our own devices, by the way - no extra charges for pictures taken). We were all very pleased with the time taken with us, the trail, the horses and the staff. read more