Unforgettable Horseback Riding in Arizona

Mosey on down to our corral for an experience of a lifetime! For over 75 years, we’ve provided our guests with exciting equestrian adventures with the highest quality horses and horseback riding programs. Our beautiful herd of 85 horses, recently rebuilt corral, and professional wranglers welcome you to learn the basics or sharpen your skills during your luxury ranch getaway. With 20,000 acres of sprawling desert, you’ll never see the same trail twice! Saddle up for some of the best horseback riding in Arizona by booking your desert adventure with us today!

Advanced bookings are recommended at least 12 hours prior to your reservation. Guests may also book upon arrival at our front desk. Riders must be 7 years old and up. Weight limit for horseback riding is 250 pounds.

Live the True Cowboy Lifestyle

At Our Luxury Guest Ranch

Daily Horse Run

Watch as wranglers gather our majestic horses daily around 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM (12:30PM on Sundays) and send them off to pasture. Guests are welcome to take photos or videos of the event as they pass by. For daily updates on scheduling times, please check with the corral.

Regular Rides (Morning & Afternoon)

Wander off into the serene Sonoran Desert during this horseback riding adventure suitable for all experience levels. Arrive 15 minutes before ride time for saddle adjustments and safety instruction. Groups of up to 12 people can depart on a 1.5-to-2-hour morning or afternoon ride with the guidance of one of our experienced wranglers.

Team Penning

This collaborative, heart-pumping activity puts your team-building and horsemanship skills to the test! Teams of 3-5 people alongside a cowboy coach try and cut 3 cows out of a herd into a small pen before time runs out. Lessons are available to guests 9 years old and up and are on a first-come-first-serve basis. Team Penning is available to guests and groups October 1-May 15 throughout the year; Friday mornings from 10:30AM until noon.

Roping & Private Lessons

Enhance Your Horsemanship Skills

Private Lessons

Take your horsemanship skills to the next level with our personalized 1:1 private lessons. Over the course of 1 hour, guests are shown the ropes on how to work with a horse along with tons of other ranch-hand techniques. Available Monday through Saturday from 1-2PM. Check with our wranglers for availability! Group lessons are available upon request.

Private Rides

There's no better way to escape from the herd than with our private desert rides perfect for couples, families, or friends. This quiet trek takes you into the heart of the Sonoran Desert for a personal experience with one of our trusted wranglers. Private rides are scheduled Monday through Saturday from 1-2PM. Check with our wranglers for availability!

Roping Lessons

Unleash your inner cowboy at our authentic roping lessons! Head over to the corral on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30-2PM to learn the step-by-step process of how to catch the horns of a lively steer!

Children’s Rides &

Barrel Racing Experiences

Little boy climbing on top of horse beside wrangler

Half-Hour Corral Lesson

This activity is great for kids who aren’t old enough yet to participate in the big trail ride. Kids between the ages of 4 and 6 can partner up with one of our Wranglers to learn how to stop, go, and properly rein their horse. This is perfect preparation before hitting the trail!

Ring Rides

Kids under the age of 7 who may be nervous of the big trail ride, or even the half-hour corral lesson, can experience our Ring Rides at our Kids Club. Your little ones will learn how to mount up on one of our gentle kid horses for a 5-minute lead-around ride with the help of one of our wranglers or Club Counselors.

Barrel Racing Lessons

Got the need for speed? Our barrel racing lessons are perfect for those wanting a little insight into how the professionals turn and burn at such high rates of speed while on horseback. Our Wranglers slow things down a bit and teach guests the proper technique for getting the fastest time in the cloverleaf pattern.

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Our Cookout Lunches Have Returned

Lunch & Ride

Join us every Wednesday at 12:00PM for the return of our Lunch & Ride series! Enjoy a delicious lunch, drinks, horseback riding, and good company. Please make reservations by calling the Ranch Concierge at 928.684.4888 by noon on Tuesday of each week.

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Proposal Rides

A Unique Proposal Experience

Want to make your proposal an extra special event for your loved one? Saddle up with one of our wranglers to take you on a private 2-hour ride into the beautiful Sonoran Desert to Proposal Point where you’ll find a beautiful arrangement of flowers, wine/champagne, and some strawberries to share. Your wrangler will take your horses over the hill to provide both of you with some privacy while the magic happens. Pricing begins at $500 per session.

Included in the Proposal Package:

2 hour ride to predestined scenic spot
Portable picnic table and chairs
Wine or champagne
Fresh cut flowers
Tea lights
A wrangler, who will drop off guests and leave with the horses then return after 30 mins.

Proposal package only available for guests of the Ranch; a minimum of at least two weeks prior notification is required for all proposal rides. Package available during season (September 20-May 11) only. Cost of proposal ride not included in room rate. Proposal Rides are scheduled upon request and subject to availability. Subject to tax & gratuity. Please call ahead to make a reservation or with any questions - 928.684.5484.

Our Packages

For the Ultimate Ranch Experience

Private Picnic Ride

Eat like the cowboys did back in the old west with our private picnic rides!

Team Penning Lesson

Team penning is a popular activity here at the ranch where friends and families team up to see who will get the best time.

Wine and Cheese Ride

Wine and cheese tasting with a twist! Mount up on one of our trusty steeds and head out into the desert for a tasting of your favorite wine of your choosing.

Our Process

Unforgettable Horseback Riding in Wickenburg

After arriving at the corral, our trained wranglers will pair you with one of our 85 steeds based on personality and individual skill level. They’ll help you up on the horse, adjust your saddle, and teach you the basics on how to handle your paired horse.

Once you’re all set, your wrangler will guide you out into the desert on a 2-hour excursion where you’ll see breathtaking views of the vast Sonoran Desert. Unique landscapes, diverse wildlife, and sweeping mountain ranges are just a few sights you’ll see under the warm desert sun.

Beginners are recommended to try our slower, nature rides where you’ll be taught all about the surrounding desert flora and fauna. Intermediate and advanced riders can try their hand at longer, more advanced trails and even lope while traversing the sandy desert floors.

Travel Tips

At Rancho de los Caballeros, we put our guests’ safety above all else. Before heading out for a day of desert fun, read these quick tips on how to stay safe. We’ll catch you on the trail!

Hydrate, wear a hat with a brim, and apply sunscreen.
Don’t poke cacti or critters.

Enjoy the scenery and leave nature be.
Low humidity and light breeze make for nice conditions but the possibility of dehydration.

Be sure to check the calendar and sign-up in advance with the concierge!

First-Timer

Frequently Asked Questions

What Should I Wear While Riding?

Long pants, close-toed shoes, long sleeve shirts are preferred, if you’re wearing a hat it should be very snug and have a stampede string and helmets are provided at the corral.

How Should I Act Around the Horses?

Don’t run or scream (this could scare our horses!), always walk in front of the horse, horses like to be petted on the neck and shoulders and treats should not be fed by hand.

What Should I Bring on My Ride?

Not much is needed to enjoy your time at the corral but plenty of water, sunblock (applied before the ride), and a good attitude are all recommended! Cell phones are permitted on rides.

I’ve Never Ridden a Horse Before, Will I Be OK?

Yes! Our horses are suited for all level riders from no experience to seasoned horsemen and women. There are plenty of kid horses to go around from ages 4 and up.

Do I have to Sign Up for Horse Activities Before I Get There?

You do not have to schedule rides before arriving. However, during our busy times of the season, some activities have limited availability and can fill up fast. It is recommended that you check with the corral during the week of your stay to ensure there is availability for everything you’d like to participate in.

Contact the Corrals

At Rancho de los Caballeros, we’re thrilled to offer some of the best horseback riding in Arizona for all to enjoy. For more information or to ask us a question about our horseback riding activities and programs, please visit our Front Desk or contact our Wranglers at 928-684-5484 at extension 526. We look forward to welcoming you to our charming guest ranch!