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Catalina State Park: Guided Horseback Ride Tour
4.8
54 Ratings
Tucson
Rancho de Los Cerros holds the title as the most ancient and attractive among Dude Ranches in Arizona, and has newly become accessible to the public. Come and take pleasure in our stunning vistas and elegant architecture while acquiring knowledge about the historic ranch.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 13500 North Oracle Road - Embark on a scenic journey through the Coronado National Forest and Catalina State Park, with breathtaking views of the Santa Catalina Mountains. We carefully assess your riding skills to pair you with the perfect horse, considering your height and weight, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Please note there is a 230lb weight restriction for the well-being of our horses and your safety. This meticulous matching process is vital for your security, which is our utmost priority, so we appreciate your patience during the individual instruction and mounting phase. Once mounted, we’ll traverse stunning trails adorned with Saguaro Cacti and panoramic views of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Take a moment to capture these memories with scenic family photographs against the backdrop of the landscape. With a variety of trails at our disposal, each ride promises a unique and captivating adventure.
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What's Included
- All necessary riding tack and equipment provided
What's Not Included
- Dinner
Additional Information
- Maximum weight limit is 230lbs.
Location
13500 North Oracle Road
North Oracle Road
Rancho de Los Cerros is best found by putting the location into maps on your phone and then taking a look at the road leading into the ranch prior to driving here. If you have any issues we can meet you at the end of the road leading in. It is less than a mile.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(54 Ratings)
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Molly_m
May 10, 2024
Happy Trails - We loved being able to ride the trails! The guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. The horses were well-trained and gorgeous. We loved their personalities.
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Julie
Apr 30, 2024
A trail ride not to miss! - A wonderful trail ride! The guide was knowledgeable, the horses were well trained, and the scenery was outstanding! Highly recommend!!
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122dejas
Apr 21, 2024
Horse Ride - Had a great time. First time riders so we wore a helmet, definitely wear pants and old shoes or boots. Faculty was very helpful, A few of us were Lost so go EALRY. We did the 2 hr and wow it’s A LOT. Definitely worth the money. I would do the 1 hour next time, your back and thighs may start hurting after the hour mark.
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Irma_b
Apr 14, 2024
Great Experience - It was an amazing first time experience, our wangler Aspen was the best she really did make sure we were all comfortable. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to do something different. 😇
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Jeff_h
Apr 14, 2024
Lifetime experience - First time riding a horse and it was a comfortable ride. Horses and instructor were great. Trails and views are amazing.
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826katyr
Apr 7, 2024
Awesome day! - We loved this so much!! Our guide was fantastic and the horses were clearly well cared for and well behaved. The views of the desert were amazing. This is an activity that we would do again next time we visit Tucson. Highly recommend!
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Timothy_w
Mar 31, 2024
Horseback Ride / Dude Ranch - The experience was awesome! The wranglers who ran the activity were outstanding!!!! The scenery was just breathtaking throughout the whole ride.
We actually cross paths with a rattlesnake, and our leader ( Aspen) was calm and professional. She handlef the situation, perfectly directing all the riders in a wide path around it. This was a situation that has never happened before with her, and we truly appreciated her expertise and absolutely thrilled with a whole experience.!!!
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Trek63655215997
Apr 21, 2024
Horse Line - Overall this was a great experience. The tour leader (Kaitlin) was knowledgeable and walked us through all the steps to properly ride our horse. You get a lot of time on your own horse too, which was a plus. The only thing that was disappointing was that they allowed 17 people on our ride and it took FOREVER to load everyone up and get going. Then, on the trail we were nose-to-butt with the horse in front of us the entire way so it just felt like a moving line. They should definitely cap the group amount at 10 or less in my opinion. We left an hour late just because they waited for stragglers and got them loaded up despite being half an hour late. The sights are worth it though and I would still recommend the experience despite this.
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Shelleycd1756xl
Mar 28, 2024
2-hour horseback ride - Amazing experience! The only reason for 4, instead of 5 stars, is that they were running about 1.5 hours behind. There was nobody at the stable to explain why or how long the wait was going to be. However, it was well-worth the wait. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable and the horses were calm and gently. The ride was awesome with amazing scenery. Highly recommend.
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Gregch4023tn
Mar 28, 2024
Beautiful landscape!!! - Absolutely beautiful scenery!!!! Experience could be better if the guides narrated a bit. They could explain history of the ranch and also the landscape.
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