OMG! What an experience this was. First off.... the staff were amazing. So friendly and…read moreaccommodating. We were a little late but thank God they weren't upset.... At least they didn't show it . The price ($200 pp) was reasonable considering we rode the horses for an hour and a half. We went horseback riding through the Indian Canyon. Beautiful views around the palm trees. I even wanted to get off the horse and hike around LOL. They do ask for your height and weight when you fill out the agreement form. The guides will match you with a horse that is obviously suited for you. I was apparently matched with the grumpy one LOL. Still a cutie pie! I was definitely nervous since it was my first time riding a horse. Our guide was super sweet and very helpful so that helped ease my nervousness a bit and It turned out to be an amazing experience and I'll definitely do it again!

I took my 2 year old dog to SMOKE TREE STABLES in PALM SPRINGS because I try to introduce her to…read moredifferent experiences. When I got there, I asked if I could come in with my dog. They asked me if she was a barker and I said "no", keeping my fingers crossed. They allowallowed us to go in. It was fantastic! So many different scents and sights for my dog. She was mesmerized. My point to this review is to say the people that run this place are super nice even for someone like myself that didn't ask to go riding. We're going back again in the fall. Oh.. she didn't bark!

I have been to Knob Hill Ranch on two separate occasions now, and both times were just beyond…read moreanything I could have expected! The first ride was a 2-hour sunset ride with my sister and niece, and the second was the 4-hour Wranger Special all by myself, only 3 weeks later, because this place is just that fun! All ranches that offer horseback riding are not equal. I have been to a couple ranches where they simply run it like a machine with little to no respect, having horses ride constantly throughout the day with little rest. Knob Hill Ranch takes a different approach, and after sitting with Madeline and Michael for a length of time after my 2nd ride, I learned that Knob Hill is on a different level than most ranches you'll encounter. Horses at Knob Hill are treated with such compassion and care. A horse only rides once a day, and that alone was enough for me to know I can trust the way this ranch is ran. They have a deep respect, for not only the horses, but the land as well, and you will feel it as soon as you get there. There is something sacred under the lands surface, and it feels as though the ranch is operating in such a beautiful way, because they're mirroring the sacred beauty and elegance that lies beneath the soil. Oh, and it's worth mentioning, they host equine therapy on their land as well, along with sound baths for folks. I mean, this ranch is dabbling into all things that revolve around healing and cultivating a calm and peaceful environment. Once you experience it, how could you not want to go back?! And for me, it's a 6 hour drive each way, totally worth it. After reading this novel of a review, it is clear this ranch is operating with a deep heart-centered intention, so they're not surface level folks running a machine to make money. And, if you're tired of surface level conversations about sports and weather, like myself, these are the folks you can dive deep into conversation with about life, and leave the surface level topics behind. They're providing an area on Earth for us to connect not only with horses and nature, but ourselves. Much gratitude toward Michael and Madeline!

Gorgeous property in Yucca Valley. Wonderful staff and instructors. I did the two-hour ride in the…read moremorning. Great weather. Jack was my horse; what a sweet animal. Entire experience was excellent. Highly recommend. Madeline's communication was thorough; start to finish. Effortless to sign up.

Mountain View Ranch gave us an incredible experience for my wife's birthday surprise! I booked a…read morefamily sunset ride for my wife, our son, our daughter, and me. Even though I've ridden horses in Norco before, this place is beyond.They started us off with great beginner instructions on steering, stopping, and walking the horses. The staff is so thoughtful--my wife was wearing a dress, and they immediately offered a sheepskin cover for her saddle to keep her comfortable and protect her legs from the leather.The sunset ride itself was amazing. The guide was fantastic, she took plenty of photos and videos for us, and even sang Happy Birthday to my wife. My wife said the whole thing felt magical and therapeutic. Huge thank you to the team, we'll be back!

My bf and I had an amazing time on my horseback riding experience. Our guide, Skyler, was friendly…read moreand knowledgeable. The horses we rode, Mr. Pickles and Mr Whiskey were absolutely wonderful. You can tell they're well-maintained and truly loved by the team. The whole team was super nice and welcoming from start to finish. They clearly care about their animals and their guests, and it made the experience feel personal and memorable. We booked the sunset ride and the views were amazing. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable ride in JT.

We had a wonderful time at Coyote Ridge Stables. The horses were calm and well mannered, and the…read moremules were a highlight with their quirky, funny personalities. April and Gomer had so much character, and Tanner the horse gave us a smooth, enjoyable ride on the trail. The ride was relaxed with snack stops where the animals enjoyed the green grass in the high desert. We also had two dog companions, one leading and one bringing up the back, which made us feel well protected the entire time. We learned about local plants along the way, which made the experience even more special. Highly recommend for a fun, thoughtful, and memorable ride.

The horses were very well behaved and Sue was very nice. She made the atmosphere feel very…read morewelcoming, it was honestly like riding with a friend.

Instructions to get to the ranch were very specific. Jacklyn was super nice and explained us…read moreeverything before we got on the horse. It was also more of a theory lesson as we were first timers for trail horse riding. Once you sit on the horse you realize every single movement you make or don't make means something to the horse. Thanks to Jacklyn for helping us all the way along. The horse that I was on was fairly young and restless so kept wandering away or I wasn't able to control him. Jacklyn was kind enough to tow my horse all along the way. Since it was our first ride, we didn't venture very far away from the stable but did fairly steep ridges and mountains. My other two friends had calm more matured horses that were easy to manage. We loved the experience of bitless bridle horse riding and will definitely visit again if we are near Morongo valley.

awful customer service, on the morning of they pulled out saying " unable to organise" this being…read moreafter multiple confirmations

My friend and I brought our 12 year old daughters here during a weekend getaway to JT. It was a…read moregreat experience for everyone all the way around. They matched horses to the experience of the riders and tailored the trail ride to meet our needs as well. Georgia and Roxanne were fantastic guides - keeping us informed, entertained and having a truly memorable time together. I have been on numerous trail rides and this was by far the best. The horses were well loved and the grounds (including the restroom!) immaculate. They were patient, attentive, and encouraging with our girls, enabling them to feel confident on the ride. I love that they have rescued many of these animals and given them a home. You can tell these horses are well-loved pets. I definitely recommend Cottonwood Canyon Ranch if you're looking to spend your money in a place where it will do you and the horses some good. Thanks, Georgia!

The horses were in excellent condition and their attitudes were spirited, well behaved, easy to…read morecontrol with the guidance of Sydney and Joe. Sydney was a wonderful guide who knew the terrain and history of the ranch. She was professional yet friendly and talkative easy to ask questions about horses as well as the ranch. Sunset ride was a perfect way to end the day and enjoy the outdoors. As a beginner rider, this was my best experience! Would go again and bring new friends.

I saw Delissa's posting on Facebook, offering monthly training sessions and one-time 2 hour…read moresessions. i thought this would be a great reward for my IHSS worker for the services she has provided me and for her sister, who's birthday was Feb 28. We arrived to find beautiful horses, were given a thorough tour, information about the horses and why Delissa does what she does. Both girls were first time riders, and the instruction given was precise, spot on, and both enjoyed their time IMMENSELY!!! Delissa is knowledgeable, caring, kind, and a "Horse-woman" at heart.

It's hard not to enjoy your trip to Whispering Sands. The horses are so unique with personality and…read moreDelissa does such an amazing job of rehabilitating and taking care of them. If you're looking for a perfect spot to ride horses at sunset, attend an equine therapy session, or just going to lend a hand as a volunteer, you'll leave the ranch feeling so much joy.

Such an amazing time. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to go horseback riding. Both…read moreowners were great and informative. This is a mustang sanctuary and they also have goats.

Set up appointments with their recommended instructor and basically last minute cancels. Not…read moreprofessionally run

Awesome place! Family owned very professional friendly knowledgeable people. Clean and beautiful…read morelocation. Lots of options for riding or boarding horses, they also have shows and events there. They take very good care of the horses there, auto watering troughs fresh food and considerate caring people looking over the property and horses. I'd definitely recommend this establishment to anyone wanting to ride, board or have shows there!

Von was living on streets for months till he was trapped & went to Yucca Valley Animal Shelter and…read morewas soon after moved over to the no kill shelter. He was there for almost 3 years and eventually his match came along, but until then I volunteered to walk dogs every week. My experience of the shelter was it was a very friendly place for all animals. They took great care of their animals and I would highly recommend the shelter to anyone. Thank you to all who helped Von on his journey to his forever home.

I have been a volunteer at this shelter since 2003. The new office staff are incredible. So…read morewelcoming and knowledgeable. I adopted my loving Dobie/Rottie mix, Lula, back in 2005 and she lived to be 16! I still have 2 cats adopted from them as well. I can't recommend this shelter more. There have been dogs in their care for YEARS until they finally found their homes and cats that were never adopted, but lived their entire life in the cat lounge. They were loved, warm in the winter, cool in the summer.