Jacklyn accommodated a short notice ride for myself and my husband on our anniversary trip out here to Morongo valley. My husband had a bad experience riding elsewhere and is very reluctant to ride. Jacklyn was very informative as we started to ride and could see my husband was extremely uncomfortable and helped him relax we both had big smiles on our faces by the end of our lovely 1.5 hour trip. She is a very nice lady and her horses are lovely. Would def return again! read more

A perfect afternoon. Jacklyn helped our whole family become comfortable and confident on horses. A deep respect for the animals and the gorgeous natural surroundings. A definite must. read more

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I highly recommend a visit to crazy horse ranch. Me and my daughter (6yrs old) had an amazing and relaxing day with Jacklyn, her super friendly dogs and very well trained, happy, and well cared for horses. I call it better than a day at the spa! I chose Jacklyn and her ranch based on the write up about natural horsemanship, which is very important to me, and which is something that I feel she truly lives up to. The ranch is set in the beautiful and scenic Morongo Valley. Very peaceful and we couldn't have wished for a friendlier host. We can't wait to go back! read more

Super fun! My boyfriend and I got a 2 hour scenic tour of the desert. Jacklyn taught us how to ride while we enjoyed the views of the mountains. Really nice private ride. The horses are super cute too! Would definitely recommend to a friend! read more

Jacklyn was stressed and unfriendly the day we went, to such a degree that after driving for 1.5 hours to get there, we turned around and left, with two disappointed children. She met each question with exasperation, got defensive when asked about not having stirrups for the kids, and was so unpleasant to be around that we couldn't imagine paying to spend an hour with her. And, we all felt unsafe, given her level of tension. read more

We can't wait to get started! We purchased a 10 lesson package for our daughter for Christmas but first went to see for ourselves exactly how things were at the Ranch. We were greeted by a very receptive entourage of animals. We are so impressed with how loving the animals are! There's no doubt Jacklyn loves her "brood!" Jacklyn was very informative in explaining exactly what we were signing up for and as my daughter loves animals so much this is sure to be a great 2018! We are so blessed by Jacklyn and all her hard work!! My gosh how does she do it all? You'll have to see for yourself! read more

A perfect experience from start to finish. We just followed the instructions of our guide and we had a remarkable trail riding experience. Everything was explained - easy to grasp. We went in July when the temps are HOT ! but with an early morning start and ample water breaks - we had an excellent time. The views were amazing and Jacklyn's horsemanship and riding skills helped us all have a better riding experience. I'm in my 50's and rode with my two Teenage daughters. We only had a little trail riding experience previous. None of us were sore or cramped during or after the ride. Thanks Jacklyn for a very fun Morning ride in the High Prairie. read more

My family, all from London, were well looked after by jacklyn, the horses we rode on were adorable, easy ranch to find ( please follow Instructions on the website ) would highly recommend! And we wish we had booked for 2 hours . read more

I cannot tell you how much I appreciate Jacklyn at Crazy Horse. First we showed up on the wrong day. She had a photo shoot later in the morning and was really well within her rights to say "come back tomorrow". But she didn't. She took the time to actually teach my grandchildren about the horses, how to approach them, how to hold the reins, etc. It was not just a ride, it was a lesson. Then because of the heat my youngest granddaughter became ill. Jacklyn took us immediately back to the ranch where she put cool ice packs on her stomach and back of her neck. We stayed in the stable area for the rest of our ride. It was my fault for scheduling during such hot weather with little children. She was compassionate and understanding. I so appreciate how she treated my family. We will come back when the weather is cooler. read more

My husband and I cannot be happier for the amazing horse back riding experience. Jackie owns this beautiful ranch in the Monrango Valley. She is very thorough and kind. The horses are beautiful, well kept, mellow and gentle to beginners. We spent $220 including tips for a private sunset tour for 2 for 2hrs. There are lots of rescued animals that are very friendly to visitors. Jackie also has 3 nice cabins that she rent for B&B from $75-$115 per night. Highly recommended! read more

Our family went on a California Road trip for spring break and wanted a special experience for our kids. Horseback riding in the desert sounded perfect especially since our daughter loves horses. I had inquired at a ranch that does rides through Joshua Tree National Park but they told me that they only allow kids who are experienced riders as they go through the trails and need to be able to control the horse in case of a wildlife encounter. I appreciated this and they recommended Crazy Horse Ranch as the owner offers rides for kids. I called and spoke to the owner Jacklyn who explained that she specializes in Natural Horsemanship and that the lesson would be an introduction to this and a guided ride on her property, not outside the ranch. When we arrived the horses were all set up and waiting. We were greeted by a group of about 8-10 dogs some barking in an aggressive manner. This was a bit off putting especially as we were with kids. Ours were ok but other kids may not be. Before the lesson and ride began she asked for payment upfront. She requires cash. We paid $80 per person for the 1 hour experience (not ride, which was only about 30 min after the lesson). Then she asked for a 15-20% gratuity and a donation!! And this was before she did anything. We were shocked but couldn't very well cancel with 2 expectant kids waiting to ride a horse. And here is the crux of the matter: A gratuity is commensurate with a service provided and in a case like this should be at the discretion of the purchaser of the service. I can understand if she, the owner, had a ranch hand doing the lesson, and if it was a good experience then he/she should be tipped, but not the owner. Actually, owners of a business, be it a restaurant, salon or any other service should never be tipped, only their staff. What she is doing is basically adding to her price per hour. If she thinks she should be payed more per hour then she should just raise her price and perhaps add a bit more to the experience. Paying the gratuity in advance does nothing to motivate her to provide a good experience. If she wants to teach about Natural Horsemanship then what about a half hour lesson and then an hour ride. That would be worthwhile. What we experienced was not worth $380!!( we gave no donation). It's a shame as she seems to care about horses and she has a beautiful ranch to ride on. The lesson about horsemanship was great too. She could make it a much better experience (and likely increase her business) if she delivered better value and customer service. As stated, make the actual ride longer or lower prices a bit (perhaps have a lower rate for kids) and drop the mandatory gratuity. Include a bottle of cold water and perhaps a simple snack at the end of the ride with a debrief so that people can appreciate the experience and the beautiful scenery of the desert. read more

This was my frist horse ride in a long time. It was enjoyable, peaceful ride through the desert but there was no wildlife to see. Very reasonable price. Jacklyns very nice and helpful for beginners :) read more

I love this place! I came here on memorial weekend which was my birthday weekend, I had the best time of my life. The horses are so nice, well trained. Jacklyn is awesome and the way she show how to ride the horse is different from all the places I've been to, and honestly her instructions work perfectly. I highly recommend this place. read more

Wonderful experiance. Beautiful horses, and scenery. Great for beginner riders. I highly recommend!

Booked a 2 hour trail ride for myself, son and granddaughter (13 years old) ... all novices ... my granddaughter's first time on a horse. Jacklyn, the owner, took us out; but not before some patient instruction that she did not deduct from the 2 hours. Jacklyn treats horses ala "Buck" and the "Horse Whisperer". She taught us to do the same; and the horses all responded!! Trail ride was relaxing and very informative ... great views. I highly recommend the 2 hour ride ... not too long ... not too short. read more

Jacklyn is incredible. Her horse training method is humane and incredibly effective. The ranch is beautiful and I really can't recommend the experience enough. Simply amazing. read more

A great morning discovering the desert on horseback!! Jacklyn was amazing, a great teacher who gets to the point. She taught us how to ride horses the right way, benefitting both us and the animals. Serene and sublime. read more

Jacklyn was a very great teacher and made horseback riding really easy and fun. She has a true love for her horses and takes great care of them. She was very thorough explaining her "natural" horse riding technique. We went on an hour long ride through the desert. It was a very relaxing and serene setting to ride horses. I highly recommend coming here if you are in the area. Also very affordable for the length of ride and quality of teacher. Follow the directions on her website, they are spot on! I know we will be back for another beautiful horseback ride. Thanks Jacklyn. read more

Went to Joshua Tree for a few days with my friend this past week for her birthday, and had the urge to go for a real horseback ride. I've tried to experience horseback riding before, but this is the REAL deal! I got to ride with Red, a gorgeous horse that was calm and patient, even with me holding a huge camera and taking pictures the whole time! We went for a 1.5 hour ride into the mountains, and we even got some education on the wild vegetation of the desert! Sweeet! Especially at this time of year I recommend wearing warm clothes, as the winds can get a little crazy. We weren't fully prepared and Jacklyn was nice enough to let us borrow some windbreakers. Then off we went into the sunset, I suggest the sunset ride! Not only is this ranch a rescue center, Jacklyn has names for all of her horses and ponies, PLUS all of her cats and dogs that she takes care of. She has such a beautiful spirit and makes sure that you are comfortable on the horse before she throws you to the wolves. The best thing about her is that you can tell she still loves riding after all of these years. She treats her horses with respect, and she knows the trails like the back of her hand. The house she lives in on the hill is truly charming, and she takes pride in her business. Go to her even if it is your first time and you will not be disappointed! Thank you so much Jacklyn for a truly beautiful experience! We will definitely be back! read more

A real Old West experience. My daughter and I Ioved riding through the canyons where all you could see were mountains and blue sky. The horses were very calm and safe, but if you are an experienced rider, they also have some with plenty of energy if you want it :-) Our guide Jacklyn was very knowledgeable, and obviously cares very much for her horses. I have ridden for over 40 years, but I still learned a lot from her. This was not the usual boring nose-to-tail vacation trail ride on skinny worn-out nags; this was an entirely different experience, and I heartily recommend you try this place. read more

While vacationing in Palm Springs I decided to surprise my daughter with a trail ride. I am a very inexperienced rider but my daughter is very comfortable around horses. We arrived at the ranch by following the easy directions from the website. We were meet by the owner Jacklyn who immediately took us through her gentle way of commanding the horses - truly amazing! I got on the horse and was very apprehensive but quickly became comfortable with Jacklyn's positive reinforcement. We had an hour and a half trail ride through canyons and beautiful countryside. We highly recommend Crazy Horse Ranch!! We will definitely plan another ride!! read more

I had a peaceful, beautiful twilight ride with Jacklyn, Patty and Webster. Her knowledge of natural horsemanship is extensive and she knows how to explain the benefits of this method of riding very well. Truly was one of the smoothest and most enjoyable horseback rides I've experienced. It takes a bit of time to get to the ranch but the quiet atmosphere and breath-taking views are worth the drive. read more

Had the best time Jackie was wonderful!!! Will highly recommend crazy horse ranch and will defiantly return

The trails were beautiful and the scenery was just as nice. The part that wasn't so nice was Jacklyn's attitude. She was impatient and kept complaining she was tired. After hearing her say that three or four times, I finally asked her if she wanted us to leave and come back on the next day. It made us all feel uncomfortable at the onset of the ride. She didn't seem happy with my lack of experience of riding which she let me know. I didn't think that was appropriate nor did I appreciate that either. Overall the price was very high for the treatment we received. read more

Our family comes to the Palm Springs area a couple of times each year. We have long talked about going horseback riding in the region and finally found the time today to do it. After looking into the various options, we decided on Crazy Horse Ranch because we were intrigued by the philosophy of the owner, Jacklyn, who takes a natural approach to training horses. We were also very impressed with the idea that the ranch was a horse rescue facility. The car ride up to Morongo Valley was breathtaking and worth every mile to get to the Ranch. When we arrived, the horses were ready for our arrival. Jacklyn was very patient and great with every member of our party. She spent some time talking about communicating with the horses and how to ride them safely. Having been on a good number of trail rides, I have to say that this was the best introduction to horses and trail riding that I have every received. Our entire party felt very comfortable and in quite capable hands. The trail ride itself was very relaxing and unhurried. The landscape, Jacklyn herself as guide and the patient horses created a wonderful trail ride experience. Our daughter owns a horse and had a number of questions for Jacklyn about natural horse training and Jacklyn spent about an hour entertaining her questions. She is very excited about having some new skills to take home and work on with her horse. Truly, we cannot wait to go back the next time we are in town. If you are in the desert area, please give Jacklyn a call. You will have a wonderful horseback riding experience to cherish for years to come. read more

This post is very much overdue! My boyfriend took me to Crazy Horse Ranch for my birthday and we had a wonderful morning with Jackie! We are both beginners when it comes to horseback riding and Jackie was an incredible instructor. We felt very comfortable on our horses and the ride was gorgeous! I loved that her heard of white german shepherds came along for the tour. They were the cutest. read more

Terrible experience. My husband and I are experienced riders and had a very unpleasant time. Jacklyn was very rude, unfriendly, and demeaning. As instructed by her, we arrivied 30 minutes ahead of our scheduled ride time. Nothing was ready for us and we ended up not beginning our ride until 40 minutes AFTER our scheduled time. She rode very far ahead of us on the trail and made us feel very uncomfortable. Before even making our reservation, my husband and I asked Jacklyn over the phone if we would be able to trot and canter while riding with her. She assured us that would be no problem. Unfortunately, we were not able to do this. Her horses were slow and seemed too tired to even ride, even though our ride was the first ride in the morning. She belittled us making us recite rules as if we were children. We ended up coming back 45 minutes early from our ride, even though we paid for 2 full hours. She was very insistent and pushy about us giving her a tip before the ride even began. Most expensive ride we've ever taken, and by far the worst experience. We have ridden with multiple other guides and never had such a bad time. Jacklyn's attitude and the insane prices make this absolutely NOT worth the time or money. read more

After a couple of nights at the 29 Palms Inn we wanted to treat our nine year old daughter to a little horseback riding. On a total whim we called up Jacklyn at Crazy Horse Ranch and got a trail ride and a room. So glad we did! Jacklyn made us right at home, showing us around the ranch, giving us plenty of carrots for the many, many horses, and introducing us to the cats, dogs, chickens, and goats. We had a great breakfast in her home the next morning and then set off on a trail ride. I loved her way with the horses- 'natural' riding, I think she called it. She gave a great lesson and the ride was beautiful. I hope we make it back down that way again. read more

This place is great. Jacklyn takes very good care of her animals and is a great instructor. My girlfriend and I had never rode a horse prior to coming here and Jacklyn was really helpful and pleasant to be around. Her dogs were really cool also, they guided us around the trails and greeted us at the car in a very excited manner. the directions that are posted on the website make total sense and couldn't be easier to follow. I would definitely come back. Thanks again Jacklyn! read more

Very relaxing and enjoyable. I like the natural riding technique she teaches. We are just occasional "vacation riders" but that was not a problem. read more

my post is a lil overdue ! JACKIE IS AWESOME. i was in palm springs to celebrate my 25th bday with my boyfriend in july and i really wanted to do some horsebackriding .. finally found a place and prices wer decent but the experience was great !!!! i was even almost a hr n half early kuz i was tooo excited i didnt want to wait and JACKIE had no problem with it. her 3 beautiful white german sheperds and 2 beautiful granddaughters enjoyed the ride with us !!! so much fun seeing the secenery from horseback !!! Jackie even let is trot it up a bit ! (which is rare) defiently recommend this ranch ! family owned and all the horses for the most part are rescues :) THANKS JACKIE read more

I recently did the one hour trail and it was a wonderful experience. Not only did I enjoy riding the horses, but the instructions received before the ride about how to ride the horse and the nature of the horses was invaluable. The views of the mountains were also amazing. I definitely plan to visit again when I'm in the area. read more

My husband and I made this one of our excursions for our honeymoon in palm springs. Jacquelyn put both of us at ease as we are both pretty green to horseback riding. The 2 hour ride was beautiful and incredibly educational she knows her stuff and taught us a lot. THe ride was relaxing and We are both so glad that we did it. If you are ever in the Palm Springs area take advantage of this pklace you wont regret it. read more

Jacklyn is great! We called at the last minute and she got us in for a nice Sunday ride. Really enjoyed it. The horses were great for our level of experience and Jacklyn did a good job of training us for the ride. The trails are beautiful and her facilities are nice. Highly recommended. read more

Jacklyn is a fantastic guide and teacher. She lead a trail ride for my wife, my 5 yr old and myself..... Great horses beautiful country - HIGHLY recommended read more

you can tell that Jacklin cares for her animals, they are well cared for, the ranch is clean and organized, the trails are breathtaking. Jacklin is always in charge ( some ppl might see it as a problem), very knowledgeable about the trail and all the various plants. she made us feel very safe and we will definitely go back. thanks for a memorable experience read more

We had such an amazing time and did not feel rushed or touristy at all. She did a fantastic job of teaching us horse knowledge while making the experience fun and unique and we will definitely do it again next time we are out here read more

I purchased a horse from Jacklyn after taking riding lessons for a bit. I was sold a horse. The agreed price was $3000 but Jacklyn complained as I was paying her that she could have gotten more. I did not ask to buy this horse, she offered him for sale. I did pay her the extra thousand dollars thinking my money would help rescue horses, but I discovered this is not a non-profit rescue ranch. Not a rescue ranch at all. I was mislead by her ads about the horse facilities. Her ad say she has a barn with stalls etc. The barn is filled with her storage items and not available for use by any boarders, of which their were none. The ad also says that there are various corrals available for use for boarders. I found that not to be true as well. Jacklyn has her horse in them always. Jacklyn was rude, did not tell me the horse I purchased from her threw people off when it got "sweaty", and seems to be more concerned about herself then genuinely interested in providing a service for people as advertised. I was also uncomfortable with the political views of Jacklyn and whoever she gets to work for a bit. This is not the setting that I care to hear angry, political views. That is the opposite of what I used to come there for. read more

Had a fabulous ride with Jaclyn and Merle (intern from Germany) this morning. Wonderful horses and an amazing guide. The pre-riding education about horses and riding was the best I have ever had. We took the 1 hour ride and was perfect. Our teenagers had a wonderful first experience riding and have talked about it all day; For teenagers that is saying alot :) We cannot thank Jaclyn enough not only for our experience, but for the love and care she shows to the beautiful creatures she cares for. I highly recommend The Crazy Horse Ranch. read more

Worth the ride! Ms. Jacklyn is patient and knowledgeable. She shared her horse and life experience with my daughter and she answered every question. Ms. Jacklyn taught us so much about horses. She is amazing. Use the directions on the site! Love it! I told everyone at my hotel about my experience. read more