The Mendenhall's have been moving cattle for generations. So thankful they are still active. My…read moregrandmother was Alive Mendenhall... a cousin to their ancestors. Their late father, David, was very kind to me, as was his son. I was blessed to be able to take my son for a visit years ago. Lena wasn't sure I should be there. That ended our visit.

Best place ever!!! Calm, spiritual and meditation place…read more Highly recommended If you need silence and to hear yourself this place is best for this.

My daughter and I planned a birthday camping getaway for my other daughter -Vicki the owner was so…read moreaccommodating, and great communication . Rich was there to greet them and was super helpful and his dog was adorable.! My daughter loved the glamping tent!! the view and the sunset were amazing. Absolutely beautiful setting !! we couldn't have asked for more . They had a fantastic time. I highly recommend this place 5+ stars.!!! Very secluded and relaxing !

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!

The most honest, caring, and KIND people you will ever meet. We recently purchased a horse from…read morethem and she is everything that they said she was and more. Even after the sale was complete, they continued to answer our questions and even took time to Facetime with us on a Saturday morning to teach us some of the horses buttons. Leann even went so far as to send me some research she had done on equine insurance and took time out of her schedule to meet with me when I needed some more help! There are few people you can trust out there, especially in the equine world, but the Lawson's are not only trustworthy, they are incredibly sweet.

From the owner: Performance Horse Training and Boarding. Cowboy Mounted…read moreShooting Horse Owner Training

A sweet little stop during our road trip. Family friendly and great wine…read more It has a picnic area and lots of tables to set up as you watch the kids play while you sip and eat .

My girlfriend and I did a tour + tasting here on Valentine's Day, and we had a fantastic time. Paul…read moreis so knowledgeable about the process of winemaking, and it was so fascinating learning all about it from him! He was a great host, and the wines we tasted were all AMAZING. Paul clearly cares very much about wine and about the experience each of his guests has. He welcomed all of our questions and provided very thoughtful answers. At the end of the tasting, I ended up purchasing several bottles to take home with us and enjoy. I highly recommend you book an appointment here and have a lovely afternoon learning about winemaking and trying some superb wines!

Where do I begin? We absolutely loved our visit here! You can tell Wes and his wife love their…read moreanimals so much and take such wonderful care of them. We booked the Mini Pig Experience and added on a visit with the mini cows: Adeline, Shasta, and Sedona. We really enjoyed our conversations with Wes, and he made the entire experience so fun and memorable. Their ranch, along with the time we spent with the beautiful pigs and cows, gave us the chance to disconnect from the stresses of everyday life. We received a complimentary bucket of greens to feed the pigs. Definitely wear clothes you're comfortable getting dirty in - the pigs love the mud, and they also love cuddling up with you! We would love to visit again and stay in their Stargazer Suites that overlook the cows' ranch area!

SoCal Mini Pigs is not just a petting zoo. It's a special place where visitors can interact with…read moremini pigs, from petting to feeding and even adopting. Visits are by appointment only, so my husband and I booked a session on Valentine's Day. This was hands down the best animal experience we've had, thanks to the amazing staff and adorable animals. The animals were friendly, engaging, and active, which is a testament to how happy and well cared for they are. Each party is given a complimentary bucket of lettuce to feed the animals, with more available for purchase. We got to pet and feed not only mini pigs, but also goats, ducks, chickens, and even a large, handsome turkey. And because it was Valentine's Day, the staff passed around glasses of sparkling wine for guests, which was an extra special touch. The setting is tucked away in a mountainous area, making it feel like a hidden gem off the beaten path. It was the perfect stop on our way to San Diego. We're definitely looking forward to returning again next time!

Ok this place caught me by surprise. I was thinking it was going be a large restaurant because you…read morecannot see it from the road, but they have a large street sign. For years I've been wanting to try this place. After an outing in the Desert with my sister-in-law, we decided to try this restaurant it would be both our first time. My sister-in-law and I walked into the restaurant and found the place to be very busy as you would expect at dinner time. The crowd was mostly elderly, could be regulars. For appetizers, we ordered the potato skins. For our meals, I ordered the special of the day, Seabass with pilaf, and vegetables. My sister-in-law ordered the soft crab cake. And before our appetizer and meals arrived we were served a basket of rolls which looked like regular rolls, but when you bit into them, they were warm and very tasty. Both of our meals were very good. Sadly we had no room for dessert. Where our table was situated, we could see pretty much the entire restaurant. The only thing that was not visible was the sitting bar but everywhere you sat, you would be looking out a window. It is all around the windows. One of the window area they had hummingbird feeders hanging, and you could see the hummingbirds haven't their dinner as well. Service was very friendly. I would love to come back and try some other items on their menu..

The hummingbirds were outside our windows and it was like dinner & a show. Food wasn't fabulous…read more(tortilla soup & chicken sandwich)but super sweet staff & incredible watching all the hummingbirds. Still recommend going!!!

Had an amazing time! Cristi was so informative and you could tell she loves these animals! We will…read moredefinitely be back for some cow cuddling! Thank you for a memorable experience!

Everything was awesome, Christy was super available for questions, so patient and flexible…read moreaddressing needs from the grandparents, parents, friends, and kiddos. Animals were adorable with their own unique stories, nothing like cow kisses, sheep cuddles, goat giggles ;) Would definitely recommend for children's birthday party, it feels so heartwarming to know what makes your child happy can also be socially responsible, support rescues!

March 24, 2024 ‍‍ Last weekend we married off our baby girl…read moreat Willow Creeks Events, which is an enchanted and magical venue!!! An abundance of appreciation goes out to Bethany and her team. This team was AMAZING, they bent over backwards (without being asked to) to ensure our daughter's wedding was as magical, beautiful, pleasant, warm and dry as possible due to a major storm forecasted. Miraculously, as the day went on, the rain pushed away and the sun peaked out. Therefore, the ceremony was held outside as planned, it was absolutely stunning! We did end up having to rent a tent for the reception, which Bethany coordinated for us. The inside of the tent was decorated beautifully, with lights and flower arrangements placed throughout, as well as, special corner curtains to cover up the tent poles. The team gave us an extra surprise by hanging a chandelier over the bride and grooms table, they thought of everything! I truly believe that because the tent being warmed by patio heaters, is why the majority of our guest stayed to the very end. This team even took preparations for where the caterer and cake cutting would be, they made everything fit in as though it was planned that way from the very start. All the elegant / beautiful bouquets and flower arrangements were hand made by Bethany, they were simply breathtaking! All of our guests stated throughout the night how beautiful the venue was. Some even stated they want their wedding to be exactly how our daughters was. It cannot go unmentioned how Bethany and Julie were so easy to work with! This team hit it out of the park! THANK YOU!

My husband and I had our wedding at Willow Creek Ranch, and we were totally impressed with our…read moreexperience here and working with Bethany. There are simply not enough amazing things we could say about working with Bethany. Bethany had great communication and since the beginning she had quick responses to our questions which made planning our wedding very efficient. She has a lot of experience in the wedding industry and would ask us questions about things we didn't even consider. She was EXTREMELY accommodating - my husband and I are both healthcare workers who occasionally work Saturdays with changing schedules throughout the week - this never was an issue when it came to planning our wedding. The location is extremely beautiful from the daytime to sunset and even to night time with all the lights and chandeliers. There are honestly SO many locations to take beautiful photos in and this was a big factor as we wanted a variety of places for backdrop - there's a lavender field, a bridge overlooking a small pond area, and a place with a sing - this is not including the picturesque house covered in vines and the ceremony site. Additionally, all the decor in the photos below were included (even the furniture, florals, and table settings). We chose the package that included florals and Bethany (who is also a florist) went ABOVE and BEYOND with the floral arrangements and bouquets, literally making my Pinterest autumn wedding dreams come true. The day of the wedding went as smoothly as weddings can possibly go and despite it being the craziest day, it was also one of the best days of our lives. We really owe it all to Bethany and cannot rave enough about her and her team. We've heard from many of our friends who got married about something they didn't like about their wedding planning process, but honestly, working with Bethany was completely smooth, stress-free, and an efficient yet detailed process. If you are thinking about having a wedding at Willow Creek Ranch, I 1000% would recommend it. (All photos in this review are from our wonderful wedding photographer Carmelisse Photography!)

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