She is great with my kids and so knowledgable about horsemanship. My kids had such a great time and…read morelearned so much. I would definitely recommend!

My granddaughters ( ages 6 and 8) have really no experience horse back riding but wanted to try…read more Ryan could not have been more kind and patient. She was generous with instructions and praise. The girls brushed the horses and helped saddle them up. The horses were well trained and gentle. Such a great first experience they are ready for more. Highly recommend her as an instructor that works well with children.

Super clean, easy & delicious! Highly recommend. My high schooler loves it here!…read moreThanks Jarason & Carl

I proposed to my now fiancé at Knob Hill Ranch and all of the wonderful staff there made the whole…read moreevening an unforgettable experience for us both. From Madeline's excitement from our very first phone call months before, she handled every detail and answered all of my questions with enthusiasm and excitement for our special day. She organized the private horseback ride (2.5 Short Loop), professional photos and private dinner which was nothing short of magical and the horses (Forest and Jack) were so calm and fun to ride. Maddie was an incredible guide for my first time riding and made the whole experience relaxed and filled with laughs. She positioned us perfectly at sunset for me to propose and was so patient while we soaked up the moment. The private dinner afterward was incredibly special with music playing, candles, and champagne - super romantic! The chef curated an amazing meal that was entirely gluten free by request. We ended the night enjoying the company of the other ranch hands around the fire with their dogs as they all shared in the excitement for us that made the evening end feeling like we were celebrating with old friends. We can't thank everyone enough for making it a memorable start to the next chapter of our lives!

This is a bit of an overdue review, but I had such an amazing time horseback riding! I hadn't…read moreridden since I was about 5 years old, so I was definitely a little nervous going into it. I'm not sure it's exactly like riding a bike--but Karen made me feel completely at ease from the start. Kiwi, my horse, was incredibly patient and gentle with me. I swear she knew I needed a little extra TLC! It made the whole experience so enjoyable and stress-free. I even got to do a tiny bit of trotting, which was such a fun bonus. Overall, it was such a great experience, and I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking to try horseback riding or get back into it!

We highly recommend! The ranch was very well kept, the owners and staff were all friendly and very…read morewelcoming. You can feel the love for the animals and how well they are taken care of. We felt at home, in their home. We can't wait to got back again very soon!

OMG! What an experience this was. First off.... the staff were amazing. So friendly and…read moreaccommodating. We were a little late but thank God they weren't upset.... At least they didn't show it . The price ($200 pp) was reasonable considering we rode the horses for an hour and a half. We went horseback riding through the Indian Canyon. Beautiful views around the palm trees. I even wanted to get off the horse and hike around LOL. They do ask for your height and weight when you fill out the agreement form. The guides will match you with a horse that is obviously suited for you. I was apparently matched with the grumpy one LOL. Still a cutie pie! I was definitely nervous since it was my first time riding a horse. Our guide was super sweet and very helpful so that helped ease my nervousness a bit and It turned out to be an amazing experience and I'll definitely do it again!

I took my 2 year old dog to SMOKE TREE STABLES in PALM SPRINGS because I try to introduce her to…read moredifferent experiences. When I got there, I asked if I could come in with my dog. They asked me if she was a barker and I said "no", keeping my fingers crossed. They allowallowed us to go in. It was fantastic! So many different scents and sights for my dog. She was mesmerized. My point to this review is to say the people that run this place are super nice even for someone like myself that didn't ask to go riding. We're going back again in the fall. Oh.. she didn't bark!

Omgahhh this was so needed!!! The only thing I really was surprised about was the trail, it's kind…read moreof like a neighborhood one. It's still a great ride on these Magestic animals, couldn't be too disappointed because I truly wanted to jus ride. It's been so long, since I was a teen since I've been on a horse and my heart needed this. I've always wanted a stable full of horses, hey, a girl can dream. I'm so mad bc I cannot remember our trail guide but she has been working there only for eight months as of 4/18/26. She was the best and easy to talk too. We loved all the horses! I got to ride Ranger and he was so hungry during our trail ride. Had me thinking, do thy feed them lol but I just let him do his thing and she did as well. We all just let the horses eat and chill too while taking the trail ride. We wanted them to enjoy themselves too! My man rode Mega and he's huge! Also, he's their youngest horse and I cannot remember the name of the other horse but I did ask their ages. Many horses live around forty years and Mega was seven, Ranger was 15 and the horse guiding us was 20. It was such a nice day to ride. Don't come here having to use the bathroom lol. My one complaint about the trail is their lack of cleaning it! There was a toilet that has been there on the trail a while, I'm not sure if someone dumped some fish eggs on the trail, there was a little patch that they need to clean asap! They're probably just use to it and might not notice but there and lots of flies over it and I'm not sure why someone wouldn't want to take pride in the trail. I'm hoping this review will help them get there. There are so many things to make this experience even more beautiful and memorable. Thanks for the ride!

First time rider:…read more This was the most fun thing I've done all year! I went with my partner (both our first time) and experienced a awesome instructor teach us the basics, give us opportunity to train more or get into the ride and talked about the horses, local area, and different offerings. 10/10 recommend if you haven't ever gone or want to go back. Don't forget to tip!

Me and my mom went to Pathfinder Ranch for a few days in the winter for a field trip and it was so…read moremuch fun! First of all, our naturalists name was Kestrel. She was amazing and made sure that we were all having a good time. We did many activities such as archery and canoeing. All the naturalists put down very strict rules to ensure everybody's safety. Here is a list of all the activities our group did (keep in mind that the activities that your group will partake in will be different depending on what your school bought): making a fire activity, compass activity, night hike, shelter building activity, rock climbing, team challenge, farm, herpetology, mad science fair, gold hill hike, canoeing, horse back riding, and archery. This is the schedule that I went through. Lights on was at 7:00 am, but some woke up earlier to shower. Then breakfast began at around 7:30 and went until 8:00, then we went to do one activity with our activity group after a 15 minute break period. After that activity we would go to lunch from around 11:45-12:30 (I don't remember the exact times those are just an estimate). Then we would go do two more activities with a 15 minute break between the two. We would have dinner around 5:15-6:00. After dinner we would have 1 hour of free time to talk with our friends or go play in the rec room (you should bring a card/board game to play with your friends, I brought twister!). After the hour (so around 7) you would do a night activity. One example of this is the night hike. After the night activity, which is normally an hour long, we went to bed. Lights went out at 9! The schedule was so compact that me and my friends were never bored. Something was always happening, and you were always having fun! The cabin situation was as you would expect for 30 or so kids in one room. It was really chaotic. I would recommend bringing some ear plugs, because the talking was no joke. In the middle of the night it was funny, but once you had to wake up at 7 to go on a 3 hour long hike it wasn't anymore. In each cabin, there were two wings where students would sleep, with one chaperon sleeping area in the middle. Each wing had about 15 bunk beds. In each cabin there were also two bathrooms, which all contained three stalls, three sinks, and three showers. The bathrooms were very clean which I and everybody else who had to use them appreciated. Now for the food. For the taste, it was a hit or miss. Here is a list of some things that we were given (I might have forgotten some): fried chicken, pizza, burgers, tacos, barbecue chicken, pasta, brownies, cookies, and s'mores. The only two meals that I didn't like were the fried chicken and pasta. I did appreciate the salad bar that they had available for any kids who didn't like the food served though. They had a system of having a kid chosen everyday from the table to serve as the "waiter" (they were called a hopper), which I liked as well. If the pitcher needed refilling or there wasn't anymore food on the table the hopper would go and take care of it. Overall, the whole experience was super fun! Though I barely got any sleep, it was a small price to pay for all the fun I had with my friends. 5 stars, will definitely never forget!!

Fantastic nonprofit ranch for children fully supported by Palm Springs Boys & Girls Club. Must see…read moreit to believe it.

Deanna is amazing! She is so passionate and wants to make sure you have a great time with the…read morehorses. I feel like I got the whole riding experience, from brushing them, to listening Deanna's knowledge while she is prepping the horse with you, to riding them around the property - it felt like a personal experience. The horses are the cutest and so smart, well-behaved too! I would definitely be back :)

There is nothing like coming up to the mountains and experiencing the peace and quiet that nature…read moreoffers. The Only Thing that could make the visit even more perfect is spending time with horses while you're there! The owner Deanna is very kind and full of knowledge and experience in horses and their training. Come and meet her wonderful horses & learn more about the heart and history of BLM Mustangs! Whether you want to come and take a lesson, or just simply be around them and relax, you will leave feeling refreshed & renewed every time. I cannot recommend this experience enough! It is hands down one of my favorite things to do.

Yelp deleted my account so the review that I left here was removed…read more From what I remember, my husband and I tried their 2 hour trail ride on 6/30/2017 for our wedding anniversary. It was our first time doing a horse trail ride and the best one yet! I believe Alex was our guide. He was very accommodating and very fun to be with. He kept a good steady pace for us in the beginning then let us go for a full gallop at the end. I absolutely loved this experience and hope to come back soon with the hubs again! Alex was incredibly patient with us and even took a photo for us at the hill. Thank you Rancho Bravo and Alex for a wonderful ride and experience! :)

Took the family out to Rancho Bravo for my daughter's BDay for a joyful trail horseback ride. We…read morehad a great time, Alejandro was very tentative and made sure safety was a priority. The trail was full of beautiful views, there were lots of hills along the trail, we all had a great time! Glad to have found this place.

We had such a fun and unique stay at Lazy C Ranch! It's tucked away right along the mountains, so…read moreyou really get that peaceful, western ranch feel, but you're still just a short drive from downtown Palm Springs and everything there is to do. We came with a big group of families and stayed in several of the different casitas throughout the property, which was honestly perfect. We basically had our own little ranch getaway! Each casita had separate bedrooms, a full kitchen and living room, so there was plenty of space for everyone to spread out and feel comfortable. The kids absolutely LOVED all the animals! There are horses, donkeys, goats, rabbits and more, and guests can interact with, pet and sometimes even ride the animals. One morning, the ranch manager took all of our kids around to visit the animals and gave each of them food and carrots to feed them. They had the best time and thought it was the coolest thing! The pool area was probably one of my favorite parts of the property. The pool was the perfect temperature and the setting is gorgeous -- there's a huge natural boulder right alongside it and the mountains are basically your backdrop. There are cabanas for lounging and a long shaded table where our whole group could sit together and eat meals. It was such a pretty, relaxing spot. And then there's the SALOON! Such a fun touch and definitely a hit with our group. It has western-style saloon doors, a bar area, an air-conditioned game room with pool tables, and picnic tables outside. We spent a lot of time hanging out there. There's also a fire pit by the main ranch house where the kids made s'mores at night, which was the perfect way to end the day. This is such a great place for families or groups traveling together who want something different from the typical Palm Springs hotel experience. You really feel like you've escaped to a little mountain/cowboy ranch, while still being close enough to downtown to go out to dinner, shop, or explore. The kids had a blast, the adults got to relax, and having so much of the ranch to ourselves made the whole weekend even more special. Such a hidden gem in Palm Springs!!

What a cool place to visit! We've been to the lazy C ranch multiple times now and keep coming back…read more It is such a magical place and it really feels like you're in the Wild Wild West! The pool area with the back drop of the mountains is so beautiful. The saloon area is so nicely done and the accommodations are clean, comfortable and have everything you need. It's also great because there are so many casitas so multiple families can rent the homes and enjoy the property together. It's also so nice seeing all the horses and other animals on the property which makes it fun for kids. Can't wait to come back!

I can't recommend this ranch enough! From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and completely at…read morehome. The atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and comfortable, making it a wonderful place to learn and grow. Tj is very knowledgeable, patient, encouraging, and genuinely invested in both the horses and the riders. Every lesson is positive, educational, and tailored to help you improve while building confidence. The horses are well cared for. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, this is a place where you'll feel supported every step of the way. I'm so grateful to have found such an amazing ranch and def highly recommend

This last minute girls day activity was such a great choice. We called the morning of the tour and…read morewere fit in for a trail ride by 2pm. We didn't ask for any sort of private tour but that's how it worked out for us. As a horseback tour guide myself, I love a real horsewoman like TJ . She got us all sorted and matched to our horses just as I would've myself and kept the riding tips short, sweet, and funny for my intermediate-experienced friends. (Horse girls are sometimes framed as overbearing and have a tendency to pack an attitude) - but not these instructors. Our guide was Jeff, a real cowboy this guy. Jeff was top tier entertainment and we thank him for taking all the girly photo requests! The horses were all beautiful, loved, and responded so well to our experience levels. This was my first time ever paying for a horseback riding tour and I think I was very lucky to have ended up at Saddle Up with Tj & Jeff. Thank you guys so much and we will be back! *photo below of jeff's photo skills & the beefy cute mustang they paired me with