Adorable farm with friendly animals. You feed them fresh chopped fruit and vegetables, not just dry…read morepellets. Very organized sections and places to sit. They have lots of snacks to buy and fresh delicious lemonade. Very friendly and welcoming staff.

We had the most wonderful time and spent way longer than we expected because of how much fun we…read morewere having. Truly a one of a kind experience especially with little kids. The animals are so gentle and sweet and the staff were really kind. We will be returning before the fall season is over to have another visit since the 1st visit was such a hit. So happy we stumbled upon this gem of a place while searching for a pumpkin patch.

Nice place to ride . The horses are nice too. Denise is an awesome instructor…read more She made me feel very comfortable on the horse.

My daughter has been getting riding lessons every sat or sun since 2011 and she loves it…read more Denise is very patient and well experienced. Every weekend my daughter looks forward to her lesson and Denise always goes the extra mile to make sure she is safe and most of all enjoys her time riding. I recommend Denise to anyone that wants to get to know horses.

Daniela unashamedly shared with us that when her horses reach 25 years of age, she shoots them…read more She wasn't talking about euthanizing a sick or injured horse. She simply explained that she doesn't want to bear the burden, financial and otherwise, of caring for an older horse. Her rationale was that she's given them a good life and that their deaths are swift. If you're okay with this -- and I am obviously not -- her horses are lovely and the ride itself was good, not great. The trail is not particularly scenic and you must dodge trees nonstop.

We had such an epic experience driving ATVs with our 14 year old son. Super recommend this…read morelocation, Daniela is awesome!

If you're looking to step back in time and experience genuine hospitality, look no further than…read moreRankin Ranch. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with unhurried charm, service with a smile, and a feeling that we were more family than guests. The Rankin family and staff are truly exceptional. Sarah, Clint, Shelby, Emma, Chris, Ms. Glenda, and Mr. Bill are world-class hosts who made our stay far exceed every expectation. We were celebrating our anniversary, and on our very first night they surprised us with a delicious cake, making us feel incredibly special and cared for. The horseback riding was wonderful, taking us through beautiful meadows and across the valley. One of my favorite experiences was visiting Sarah's farm, where we met goats, a donkey, chickens, mini horses, farm cats, and even a baby calf that I had the chance to bottle-feed! We loved the swimming pool, they have archery, a fire pit, pool table, or if you want to just be quiet and read a book that is amazing too. The Fresh air was wonderful and we were able to nap and just enjoy reconnecting. Evenings were filled with fun, family-centered activities. We loved learning square dancing on our first night, and the second evening featured a unique Rankin Ranch game that had everyone laughing and connecting. Sunday was especially memorable. The day began with a delicious waffle breakfast, followed by horseback riding and a hayride to a gorgeous meadow for lunch. The Rankin Ranch beef burgers were outstanding--honestly one of the best burgers I've ever eaten. The afternoon horseshow tournament was the perfect ending to a wonderful day. What makes Rankin Ranch so special is that it's truly an unplugged experience. There are no TVs and no Wi-Fi, but what you gain is far more valuable: peace, relaxation, meaningful conversations, and the chance to reconnect with the people around you. As a bonus, the ranch offers subscription boxes featuring their incredible beef, as well as quarter, half, and whole cattle available for shipment. We left feeling refreshed, grateful, and already dreaming about our next visit. Thank you, Rankin Ranch, for being such a class act and for creating an experience we'll never forget. We can't wait to come back. I

DO NOT recommend a visit even if your patience is high and your expectations are low. If you go:…read morerequest a bed without exposed mattress springs; know BBQ dinner portions are mini & insufficient BBQ sauce for everyone; the fishing lake is a gunky algae divot; your trail ride may just walk in a square around the barn; prepare for extremely ill-mannered children that are allowed to stay; & accept staff apologies but receive no satisfaction. IMHO inheriting a ranch does not qualify one to host Dudes.

Big shout out to Kathy and Bree! Our first visit to the ranch was a wonderful experience. It's all…read morethanks to them for being so kind and patient with us.

When you put the address in, it'll take you on a dirt road which you'll drive about 10 minutes and…read morethe ranch is at the end. There are a few signs along the way to reassure you that you're on the right path. When you arrive you will sign a waiver and we paid $60 for the ride. Kathy & Liz were our guides and my horse was Eros. They give you a helmet to wear on the ride and then help you up on the horses & start the ride. The horses were well behaved and knew exactly where they were going and followed in a line. It was a beautiful day for a ride and I had a great time! After the ride you can feed the horses carrots.

I stumbled across Sweetwater during Covid when my son couldn't play baseball and was wanting to…read morelearn how to ride horses (thank you Red Dead Redemption LOL). I placed a call, the owner Monica answered right away and I explained our situation. In that very first phone call, she let me know they were still able to compete at events on horseback that my son might like to do and she even offered one of her lesson horses for him to use. When I excitedly told my son what she said, he replied "Why would she offer me her horse, she doesn't even know us??!" I told him, well, I guess some people are just giving like that or have a feel for good people like us. That pretty much sums Monica up. She is the consumate giver and ultimate all around horsewoman. She's all about the horses FIRST and does not hesitate to offer her decades of amazing experience and support in any scenario. Whether taking lessons or boarding here, you will automatically be at an advantage because of who she is as a person. Monica ended up giving us our first horse, as well as continuing to offer her support to this tiny family of green horse owners ourselves, as we've added a few more after! We can't envision being anywhere else, it's truly been a blessing knowing Monica, as well as all the other engaging and supportive horse owners at Sweetwater!

been riding here for years and it's incredible training, great service and great treatment for the…read morehorses. Monica whittmer the trainer specializes In English riding and will teach you amazing things but had also taught me how to barrel race, gymkana, jumping, English work and about how the horses body works it's so amazing to have such a good trainer and teacher and she is so giving. Even with 2 hip replacements the best rider I've ever seen.

We just had our daughter's 5 year old birthday this past weekend at the ranch. Best idea ever. I…read morefound out about this place because my good friend had her daughter's birthday party here and my girls loved it. A year later they still remembered the party including the horses they rode and pet--Gidget and Traveler. So when it came time to find a spot for my little one's birthday, this place was the first one to come to mind. I could not be happier about the experience we had. Jenna and her family were so accommodating and so very easy to work with. I felt like she was an old friend. They try their best to make sure everyone has a great experience--including the host. Once you've got everything set up the way you want (food, decorations, etc), you just let them run it and they make the activities flow smoothly. I was able to roam around and mingle with guests and watch my kids ride horses. Every single one of my guests--children and adults--had a wonderful time. Many people commented on how peaceful and relaxed they felt there. Having no cell service really helped because nobody was distracted by their phone. Everyone was enjoying the moment and time with their kids. I loved the open, outdoor, natural space with the beautiful and gentle horses. There were also goats, chickens and pigs. Gold panning, "pin" the tail on a real donkey, painting a real horse, an open barn area where other horses are available to visit and pet. Our family made the trek up from the Sherman Oaks area and our guests came from even further away. They all thought it was worth the drive. I highly recommend! (birthday parties, weddings, photography, filming, riding lessons, affordable packaged birthday, family, fun)

Over the moon. I am highly impressed by Jenna and the staff of Copper Horse Riding Ranch. From…read morecalling to do a site visit to my granddaughter's actual party, everything was Hassel free and very easy. This was a party for an 11 year old, with kids as young as 2 in attendance. All the children enjoyed riding the horses and playing the games, but my biggest surprise was how much they enjoyed panning for "gold". My party was 3 hours long and the children were occupied and enjoying themselves the entire time. Not only did the kids have a good time, all the adults commented on what a relaxing atmosphere the ranch was. We are now planning an "adult only day".

This whole experience with Ojai Valley Trail riding Co has been amazing. Susan was great helping me…read moreschedule our trail ride. Then when we got there we met Dillon. He was our guide but even before that he was great. Super friendly and helpful. We walked around the ranch prior to our ride. All the horses seemed so happy and friendly. They all wanted to chat. The ride was great. Again, Dillon was super helpful on the ride. My son rode Dutch and I rode Mira. Amazing horses. My son cannot stop talking about Dutch. I cannot recommend this company enough.

I love this place just for spending time with the animals, even though I haven't gone horseback…read moreriding yet. The kids love seeing the horses, goats, llamas, and much more up close. I know it's America and other places might see it as a liability, but I hope they continue to let people come and roam free!