I can't recommend this ranch enough! From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and completely at home. 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 read more

This last minute girls day activity was such a great choice. We called the morning of the tour and were 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 read more

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Wonderful experience at Saddle Up Ranch. They went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable with the horses we each had. They were very accommodating from our first phone call to ending the day with apples and carrots to the horses. From an experienced rider to any beginner.You will have wonderful time.I highly recommend supporting this amazing horse rescue community. read more

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Amazing experience. Our guide, Claire, is extremely friendly, patience, and a great story teller. We're complete beginners, and Claire made us felt safe and in good hands. It was enjoyable learning about the history of the horses, ranch, mountains, etc. Saw a baby coyote on the way too, so cute! TJ also let us know of where our money is going towards - the hay for the month! We love this ranch's mission, the volunteers like Claire, and the many rescued animals. +10 the porta potty is extremely clean and actually smells nicer than many restrooms I'd been to lol read more

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We had an amazing time on our trail ride! Claire was such a great guide, very nice and helpful with our group! I would recommend for all groups and different levels of experience! Montana my horse was such a pleasure, I wanted to take him home with me! read more

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Beautiful ride once again, love you guys! Highly recommend this ranch over any other in & around San Diego. Quality horses, obviously well-cared for & great cause. Support rescued horses & book a ride at Saddle Up! read more

Horses were saddled up ready to go when we got there, staff was very friendly, and the property was great with a great cause behind it. read more

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Had such a great experience at Saddle Up Ranch! The owner is incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely cares about both the riders and the horses. They made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. The ride was safe, well-organized, and so much fun. Whether you're a beginner or have riding experience, this is a fantastic place to enjoy horseback riding. read more

I had the best time at Saddle Up Ranch. The owners are so friendly and welcoming. Kudos to TJ and her husband for their fabulous equine rescue work. My lesson in the arena riding handsome Barfly was fantastic. TJ was thorough and patient in covering the basics. She took extra time with me, making sure I did things safely and graciously answered my questions. I look forward to returning soon! read more

We had the most amazing time at Saddle Up. The facility is beautiful and the horse so very well cared for. We came out to celebrate a 21st birthday and have memories that will last a life time. TJ is the best trail guide we have ever experienced. We already can't wait to ride here again and support the amazing organization. read more

Absolutely amazing tour! So fun. Brit was amazing and the trail was beautiful. Bar Fly was such a wonderful horse. We'll be back! 5/5 10/10 We loved jt! read more

Such a great experience! You can see all the love TJ pours into these horses. Trail has beautiful views and I can't wait for the next opportunity to do this. I will definitely be back! read more

This was such a great time. TJ was so knowledgeable and fun. Fantastic trail and perfect views. read more

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Fantastic service, the trail was nice, the horses were awesome, and the staff were attentive and caring, we had an absolute blast!

Wow! This is our second time here and we just had a blast! Tj & her team was just amazing! Before and after our ride, TJ gave us some treats for the horses & goats. We just roamed around the ranch feeding & petting all the animals. Tj is so sweet & such a badass! We got to experience intermediate level of riding this time & we can't wait to come back to ride & volunteer! read more

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We had the BEST experience with Saddle Up Wine Tours. Our tour guide TJ was absolutely amazing. She was incredibly knowledgeable, hilarious, and so easy to be around. She made the entire day feel fun, relaxed, and seamless while also sharing great information about the wineries and the area. TJ's energy truly made the experience. She kept us laughing the whole time and made sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does and it shows. If you are thinking about booking a wine tour, do it. And if you can request TJ, definitely do it. We will absolutely be back. read more

We went for a one hour trail ride to celebrate my teenage daughter's birthday. She has never ridden a horse before so she went into it with zero experience. Right from the start, Clare made us feel welcomed and comfortable. She guided us through every part of the trail and let us know what to expect up ahead. Our horses all had their unique personalities on display which made it all the more fun. As a mom, I felt that myself and my daughter were completely safe during the entire outing. Absolutely would recommend giving Saddle Up a try! read more

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Birthday plan ruined because TJ (co-owner) did not like the me asking too many questions to ensure my group horseback riding reservations went smoothly. I tried to confirm with the wineries as to where we should go once we got there, in case I wanted to make reservations to sit down and eat. They told me that Saddle Up Ranch would need to provide a voucher. Once I called TJ and told them what was said, she told me to stop interfering with their business arrangement and suggested that I cancel my reservations with horseback riding. Her attitude was trash and her customer service is unacceptable. I gladly cancelled and would not recommend them ever again! read more

This was the most fun horseback riding experience I've ever had, and I've done quite a few. TJ is definitely a little firecracker but she is extremely skilled, knowledgeable and very entertaining. She answered all of our questions throughout the ride and gave us riding cues that made us feel comfortable. The horses were all clearly very well taken care of and well trained. This was the most advanced ride we had done, but with TJ's coaching along the way, we felt comfortable and confident. I would definitely recommend and come back! read more

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Had an amazing ride on Toby and my girlfriend road Roxy. They were beautiful horses and the trail was perfect. TJ our trail guide was extremely friendly and professional. Would 100% recommend them to anyone looking for a perfect day on the trail. read more

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TJ was an amazing tour guide - funny as heck, very knowledgeable and skilled. I will definitely book again when back in the area.

TJ, her friends, and horses were absolutely amazing! They made us feel very comfortable from the get-go and we enjoyed our horse tour more than anything we've done this year. It was totally worth it! We got the full gold package so that we can go wine tasting at three wineries after. Our favorite was Oak Mountain! We even signed up for membership there. We cannot wait to go back and maybe even volunteer next time! Thanks again TJ for showing us such an amazing time and laughing with us. read more

To say we had a good time would be an understatement! This girls venture brought out our inner child and lifted our spirits! Jacquelin and her team are nothing short of amazing! The ranch and horses are well cared for and loved! The ranch offered lots of faces to see and love on. Our trail ride was full of stunning views and JD was a great guide and brought the good vibes! Highly recommend booking a tour! We definitely will be back! read more

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We had such a great experience with Saddle Up Wine Tours! It was my first time horseback riding, and I was a little nervous at first, but the team explained everything so clearly and made me feel comfortable right away. Everyone was so kind and attentive, always making sure we were safe and having a great time. The whole experience was fun, relaxing, and unforgettable. Highly recommend! read more

We had a BLAST with TJ (trainer/owner)! It was our first time riding horses, and she was funny, knowledgeable, and made learning how to ride a horse, a carefree and fun experience! Such a great time, and we will definitely do this again! Highly recommended! read more

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It was such a wonderful experience! TJ made us feel comfortable and confident the whole ride, the views were truly spectacular and the trails were fun to navigate. Highly, highly recommend! We hope to go back again soon. Shout out to Butterly, Roxy and Pazport read more

TJ was great We really enjoyed our time and the horses had great personalities. Each one was unique and all loved the attention we gave them. Fun experience. read more

The instructor was amazing and very funny. I wish I brought a small water bottle lol. Horses were very gentle. read more

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We've camped at Saddle Up Ranch four times and LOVE it! My daughter (who loves horses and riding) has had a couple of lessons with TJ and we've all done some trail rides.....the best! TJ is incredible, She is SO passionate about horses and riding and wants to be able to share that with others. She is patient and tailors to the appropriate level. Would highly recommend and will be back again v soon! read more

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TJ made our experience so memorable with wonderful horses catered to our experience levels on a trail with gorgeous views and photo opportunities. she makes the experience exciting and you can tell she is so passionate about the horses she rescues, rehabilitates and cares for. read more

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An awesome tour and a great oranization in general! Havana was a beautiful horse and lots of fun to ride. I came in with only a few hours of riding experience but felt very comfortable, and the guides gave very good, clear instuctions on how to direct the horses. The trail was pretty with great views of the valley and thewine tasting at Somerset afterwards was excellent. read more

Tj was an amazing host! She made my wife and I anniversary amazing. I highly recommend.

anyone who doesn't leave 5 stars is fooling themselves. view is amazing, trails are extensive, owners are great and they are much cheaper than other local ranches. I'll be comming back if I'm ever in the area. read more

Loved TJ giving great instructions to my granddaughters. She was very thorough and made the whole ride such fun. We will definitely visit again. My grandchildren loved it and it made for a great birthday present. Thanks so much Saddle Up Ranch. read more

Enjoyed a spectacular Sunday horseback ride with family & friends at "Saddle Up Wine Tours". TJ and Rodrigo have a terrific operation/cause in supporting Rescue horses at their ranch (over 60 horses, plus too many goats to count and dogs too!). One of their offerings is taking riders out to the Temecula backcountry on horseback. Upon our arrival, we were treated with a fun view of a group of ladies in "80s workout attire" (think Olivia Newton John) celebrating a 40th birthday while doing yoga with a herd of goats (25 or more? goats everywhere!!). Soon we were off on our trail ride to explore the hilltops and valleys far away from city life. Our group of 5 had such fun riding "Toby", "Bulldozer", "Mesa", "Foxy Roxy" & "Bar Fly". We were able to catch amazing views of the valley and spot local wildlife including jack rabbits and many quail. While on horseback, our horses both walked and trotted along while meandering behind our experienced trail guide Rodrigo. He was happy to answer all of our many questions. Our group agreed: best trail ride in SoCal. If you want to add an adventure to your wine tasting travels in Temecula, this is IT!!! read more

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Led by very kind tour guides who VOLUNTEER all of their time to this ranch so that every dollar made can go right back into the horses. The trail was beautiful and our guide was fun and informative! ** just don't take an Uber from the wineries here! 1) no Uber will come back to pick you up because it is a bit off road 2) your car will likely get stuck behind a gate at the winery if there is a gate and you're out past closing hours! We were lucky that Tj, the very lovely lady who runs the Ranch was kind enough to take us back the 25 minute drive to our car. Clearly this ranch is run by a bunch of people with great big hearts! 10/10 recommend! read more

Did a birthday party for a 42 year old female! Had 6 moms riding together and went to two wineries after. We loved the ride, the owner is funny and truly cares about her animals and takes care of them very well. The trail was beautiful. The wineries she picked were amazing and the lunch she recommended to us was spectacular! read more

Great company! My wife and I have done two rides and had an amazing time both times. We plan on going back. TJ, the owner, is awesome. She is super friendly, super knowledgeable, very engaging and very passionate about horses. Her husband is also very friendly and a good host on rides. 10 out of 10 recommend. PS - they take you out in the back country, not on some small track. So be ready for an amazing adventure, even a rookie (I had never been on a horse in my life - let alone touched one) can enjoy. read more

I can't recommend Saddle Up enough!! My partner and I are both new to SoCal, and my friend was visiting from North Carolina. We decided to take a day trip to Temecula to check out the wineries (we are from the wine region in Northern CA so we were curious how it compares). My friend loves to stay active, so what better way to get the best of both worlds than a horseback ride followed by wine tasting! We were supposed to go on one day, but we had a sudden change in plans and TJ and the team were kind enough to move us a few days later, no problem. Once we got to the ranch, we were paired with a horse and off we went down the trail! I appreciate TJ asked everyone's comfort level with horses, and we also had the option to wear helmets. This was maybe my second time riding a horse so I was a little apprehensive! The trail we went along was gorgeous. I think it represents quintessential California wine country! We stopped every so often so folks in the back could catch up, and we stopped at a really pretty lookout spot for photo ops. I wouldn't say it was a slow ride - there were parts when my horse really picked up the pace! But I never felt unsafe or left behind (my horse enjoyed chilling at the back of the lineup). TJ and her business partner (I forget her name but she led our tour) were so kind and had such a positive attitude and outlook! Once we were done, we headed over to Somerset Winery where all we had to do was tell them we came from Saddle Up Wine Tour, and they treated us to a wine tasting. The property was gorgeous - there is nice indoor and outdoor seating. Once again, it was one of those "I'm so lucky to enjoy this beautiful slice of California" moments! This would be such a fun activity for a bachelor/bachelorette party, any type of proposal, a date, a day out with the family, and so on. If you're visiting California and have yet to experience wine country, I highly recommend taking the trek out here. read more

TJ has a heart of gold. She saves so many horses. We went trail riding with my 11 year old daughter and it was fantastic! We loved it so much we came back last weekend! This last trail ride was so fun and exhilarating! We went up steep mountains and had the best views! She even takes awesome pictures! Her horses are all so trained and it was the highlight of our month! There is nothing like bonding with your child on horseback! We are already planning our next ride with her! We love her ranch and her! If I could give 10 stars I would! Giddy up! read more

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