We love MacDonalds Ranch! This is our happy place! We adore the animals in the petting zoo. I…read morerecommend Macdonalds Ranch to all my friends and family because it is such a rare gem in Arizona. The petting zoo is free, but they do accept donations. We enjoy petting the goats, sheep and little ponies. We were especially excited to see 3 baby goats today- they were the cutest. We love supporting this local business- go check them out! You can also hold company events or parties here too! We also love coming here in the fall for their pumpkin patch!

We had a great field trip but it was just SO SMELLY I wish they picked up after the animals more…read more I've been to plenty ranches and they never smelled this bad :(

We came for a bachelorette and we had so much fun! It was my first time horse back riding and I was…read moreso scared but the guys are there to guide you and the horses to make sure we stay on path. It was such an amazing time!

Super fun trip and amazing employees!…read more My group of 3 booked the 1.5 hour horseback ride and we were joined by another group of 4. Rick led our group on the ride and Lex followed. They were kind, funny, and very helpful. They took us on a great relaxing ride and by the end of it I felt like an experienced rider! The horses were beautiful and very easy to ride. They fit us for our size compared to their horses before and gave us instructions and information on how to ride and deal with the horses. They gave us a water bottle for our trip too. The trail was beautiful and scenic and it was nice to pet and love on the horse too. Plenty of photo ops and Rick stopped and took photos for us on the horses! I would absolutely recommend Cave Creek Outfitters for a beautiful ride in the Tonto Forest. Thank you guys!!

Amazing experience! Victoria was our guide and she was wonderful. The horses all had distinct…read morepersonalities and they made the trip fun and entertaining. Thank you!

This was one of the best things we have ever done. You can tell these people really love what they…read moredo and the horses are well taken care of. Our guide, Frank was fun, knowledgeable and patient. The scenery is gorgeous and peaceful. I would recommend riding with them!

Amazing location ! So much more than just a horseback ride. The town was a blast and Cowboy Bob our…read moreguide was a good time and wealth of information. Highly recommend

Here are some great photos to go along with the review I already posted! This is definitely an…read moreadventure to bring the whole family on!

My friend and I stopped here this morning both had the chicken fried steak with the pork Verde…read moresauce eggs hashbrowns toast what a delicious breakfast you cannot beat this you don't need to put anything on it. It's nice and spicy if they like it that way service was awesome. It's a cool little restaurant check it out. He won't be disappointed.

Came here on a weekend for breakfast with my family and were able to get seated right away. It's a…read moresolid breakfast restaurant with everything you'd expect on the menu. All of our food was good... nothing exceptional. The staff was very friendly and responsive. The place could do with some renovating as it was in pretty rough shape. Nothing gross, but you can tell that it hasn't had love in some years.

I'm a new local and was looking up things to do. I really wanted to check out the Salt River. And I…read morewas able to find Summer tickets on Viator. I'm so pleased with the experience from Saguaro Lake Ranch. Parking at the ranch was included. Check in and getting set up in the kayak was really easy. They guide you through the whole trail. The Fox Tail Trail was calm this day. We saw tons of catfish and even saw horses at the end of the experience. For someone who's never been kayaking before, I highly recommend for anyone who wants to try it out. We spent a little over 2 hours on the water. One down side was that there were a lot of people listening to music and smoking. We were able to move through the crowds and get some quiet times. One surprising upside was the van that picked us up. The driver gave us a small tour on the way back and was very friendly and informative. He loaded the kayaks for us and gave us iced water bottles.

Fun rustic getaway!…read more Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch offers a beautiful, nature-centric setting within easy reach of Phoenix. From the horseback riding to the kayaking and hiking, there are activities to fill numerous days. The launch site for those are all on the property, and there's a shuttle return for the kayaking, which keeps it simple and enjoyable. We also appreciated the close proximity of local recreation areas, for taking in views of the Salt River horses, and to Saguaro Lake (the Desert Belle wine cruise is great). The lodge itself is more of a four-star moment. It's understandable that the cabins are old (built for the construction of the Stewart Dam), but some general maintenance and a little TLC both inside and out would be helpful. For instance, a shower knob fell off in my hand, the curtain rods were crooked, a broken hook was on the door, the outdoor benches and chairs were dirty, and there were weeds and trash around the cabin perimeter. On the flip side, the staff is friendly, the main lodge offers homespun charm, the Bulldog rock formations are gorgeous, and the grounds in the main courtyard are an inviting place to indulge in the lodge's "easy living" motto. Beyond that, the food deserves its own special nod -- outstanding at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with rave reviews from all. That said, it would be nice to offer individual seating at dinner instead of the "single long table" ranch-style service. It can be awkward, or at least less relaxing, to sit across from strangers at each dinner each evening and make generic small talk. Overall, a wonderful getaway under starry skies!

What a fun experience! I booked the daytime horseback riding for both my husband and I. Wyatt led…read morethe experience and he was great. The trail was beautiful and the views were so serene. Making the reservation was very simple. I called in and made the reservation over the phone. They send you an email reminder and two text reminders leading up to your reservation. Upon arrival and paying the $7 parking fee, drive to the horse staging area. You'll meet the horses and complete payment there. This experience was very fun. They have other types of riding experiences as well on their website. Remember to support your local businesses!

The Horseback Ride was as perfect as the weather today! My daughter and I have been wanting to do…read morethis for so long and we are so glad we chose MD Ranch to do it. The owner and tour guide Matt was warm, genuine, knowledgeable and personable. He made everyone feel at ease and comfortable. The horses each had their own personality and were gorgeous. He told us details about each one we were riding. He says he tries to pair their personalities w each rider he meets and I think he nailed it! I have never been to SanTan Mountain Regional Park before but definitely want to come back as it was absolutely stunning landscape and great hiking trails. Many friendly hikers said hi to us on our horses. The park has a very friendly vibe. MD Ranch was such a great experience. Thank you Matt and team for raising such wonderful horses and hosting us for such a memorable experience. I hadn't ridden a horse in 20 years and this was my daughter's first ride ever! You guys rock.

Los Altos at Cardenas Market is one of those neighborhood markets that truly delivers on freshness…read moreand variety. The juice bar inside is a standout -- they squeeze fresh orange juice right in front of you, and the flavor is incredibly vibrant, refreshing, and naturally sweet. It tastes nothing like bottled juice and is absolutely worth the stop on its own. The bakery section is equally impressive. I picked up fresh conchas that were still warm to the touch, which immediately told me they had just come out of the oven. Soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet, they tasted wonderfully homemade and authentic. Their food counter also deserves recognition. They offer a large selection of breakfast items including tacos, burritos, and tortas. I ordered the nopal and egg taco along with the chorizo and egg taco, and both were generously filled, packed with flavor, and surprisingly inexpensive for the quality and portion size. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. One thing I consistently appreciate about this location is how clean and organized the store is. The employees working in the food area are always kind, welcoming, and helpful, which makes the experience feel warm and inviting. The only downside is that the cashiers can come across as less friendly and not particularly welcoming, which slightly takes away from an otherwise excellent visit. Overall, this is a fantastic market for fresh food, authentic baked goods, and delicious prepared meals at very reasonable prices.

Desde hace un par de meses, las tortillas, al menos las de color amarillo claro, son de pésima…read morecalidad. Basta con que pase un día, al calentarlas en el comal, se hacen tiesas, secas, duras. No se que le estén echando, aparte del maíz transgénico, que uno apenas alcanza para surtir la despensa y esas tortillas yo creo que ni los marranos se las han de comer. La lechuga, la lechuga siempre está pésima; dejan que les caiga agua constantemente y eso hace que pierdan su textura y se pudran. Mucha falta de calidad en muchas de sus verduras y sus carnes. Tanta inflación y tanta mala calidad .