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.

Best trail ride experience in Arizona hands-down. Mike and…read moreShannon made us feel very comfortable from the get-go. The weather tried to prevent us from going, but they were not having it. Weather turned out perfect. The ride turned out perfect and the entire experience was magical.. By the end of the trip, they were like friends and family. We highly recommend and can't wait to come back.

We never actually got to book a trail ride, the low rating is purely for the communication my…read morefiancé and I experienced trying to set up the booking. My fiancé reached out on Tuesday via text to both Mike and Shannon to set up a ride for the upcoming Saturday (my birthday). Didn't hear back so he called Mike on Wednesday. I texted Mike and Shannon myself on Thursday knowing it was a shot in the dark. We figured they were busy and surely someone would get back to us before the weekend, but we were wrong. I really wanted to go for a ride and had Monday off too, so I followed up on Saturday morning and finally got a response. After some back-and-forth over the weekend we finally got a ride set up for Monday, only for the ride to be canceled the night before due to some emergency on their end. While Mike was very nice on the texts exchanged (thus the 2 stars instead of 1), the amount of communication attempts necessary to get a response was really frustrating. If customers feel like they have to hound you to get your business, they're certainly not going to try again a second time much less recommend you to anyone else.

Jaimme has always been professional, patient, and, most importantly, safety-conscious with both…read morehorses and riders. My daughter has grown tremendously under her instruction, and I've always felt confident that her well-being comes first. I highly recommend Jaimme to anyone looking for a knowledgeable trainer who genuinely cares about her horses and her students.

I can't recommend Jaimee Gregg enough! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your…read moreriding skills, she has a true gift for teaching. Every lesson is thoughtfully structured, safe, and incredibly fun. What really stands out is jaimee's patience and clear communication. She takes the time to explain techniques in a way that's easy to understand and always provides encouragement and constructive feedback. I've gained so much confidence in the saddle thanks to her guidance. The horses are well-cared for and clearly love working with Jaimee which says a lot about the positive environment that's been created here. If you're looking for someone who is passionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in your growth as a rider, look no further!

Crossroads Farm is an excellent hunter-jumper barn with a trainer owner (so emphasis is on riding…read moreand horses instead of profit)! A wide range of riders who have everything: ponies, quarter horses, thoroughbreds, and warmbloods. The prices are excellent, too. I was surprised to find a barn within 30 minutes of the South Mountain area that is reasonable with excellent training and a fun, down-to-earth crowd. http://www.crossroadsfarm.com/

The amenities offered at Crossroads Farm, at first glance, appear and sound incredible. However,…read moreafter several months of boarding there, I began to have a feeling that my horse was not being tended to per the contract. To verify that my horse was not being given his supplements and also not being turned out regularly, which I paid for, I devised a way to keep track of my horse's care and found out my hunch was correct. Even after voicing my concerns to the barn owner twice, nothing changed. I believe socioeconomics played a big role in the lack of care for my horse. As a school teacher, I was not one of the clients at Crossroads Farm whose horse was in training nor was I able to afford regular lessons. Neither of these variables should have diminished the care that my horse was guaranteed in my contract and the services I was paying to receive. I was a client at another hunter jumper barn for many years and never experienced this type of "you are less than" regardless of a training program, going to shows, or how many lessons I took. That barn made always made my horse and myself feel no less important than their other more wealthy clients. The same certainly cannot be said for Crossroad Farms.

Great time, great guide, solid experience. 10/10 recommend…read more Horse Entertainment: Ace was the best horse. They warned me he may get lazy and stop, and that I would have to kick him but he did great. He was a very calm horse who was very gentle. Funny part is that he wears a mask so he doesn't eat the whole trail ride.... sounds like me, I guess we have a lot in common. Snacks snacks snacks.

Do not waste your time. If you weigh over 240 fully dressed they will not allow you to ride…read more Plus they are expensive. If you want to ride horses you can ride them in Texas for a lot cheaper and a lot longer. Plus they have horses that are built and capable to withstand your heavier set adult male. Came with five people and my husband who has been loosing weight. 260 fully clothed with Steele toe boots, jeans and enough in the wallet to weigh anyone down. The one staff member who I spoke with was cordial and descent but I will not bring my business back there ever and will deter anyone from going. Tourist trap. Let me add... it is Arizona and they would not let me wear my hiking backpack for water!!!! Absolutely not. I drink water all day and you want me to venture for an 1 1/2. With no water .... No thank you

These folks are the real deal. MOST importantly, they take very good care of their horses (they…read moresometimes are looking for volunteers too for mucking, etc). You don't need any experience whatsoever, just show up and enjoy the ride. Great convo with the guides, they're a hoot. I've gifted this as two birthday outings and one ride just because it was a nice day to take a wander through the desert. The river crossing is super cool when the water is high (look beforehand to see if the dam is open - it's seasonal). Go first thing in the morning, trust me (you're welcome).

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 place is fantastic! So many beautiful horses to ride…read more Trail rides, morning sunrise rides, evening sunset rides. All you want from a horse stable Everyone is super friendly and helpful Such a great adventure!

Had such a great time here! Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and made the whole ride really…read moreenjoyable. We went on one of the hottest days, but the staff made sure we were all good with plenty of water and breaks. You can really tell they care about their horses, which I loved seeing. Definitely recommend checking this place out, already planning to come back for their sunset and margarita ride next!

We used a Groupon for 2 riding sessions. The first is on Saturdays for new riders. The horses were…read morealready prepared for the riding session. I love that S.T.A.R.S. teaches Horsemanship not just riding skills. You can tell that Danya has a passion for horses and teaching others about how to care for and ride horses. We will definitely be back for more lessons.

We absolutely love S.T.A.R.S. of Horsemanship! My daughter Lailah takes lessons here, and it's been…read morean amazing experience. Her instructor, Rose, is wonderful--patient, knowledgeable, and great with kids. Lailah has grown so much in both her riding and confidence. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a positive and supportive place for their kids to learn!

I highly recommend Emma Lee, she has been working with my horse Comanche a young quarter horse for…read moreseveral months now. I am a new horse owner, I recently purchased my first horse, not being very confident myself on handling him, I hired Emma to assist me with guidance in my horse journey. She has been outstanding, working with my horse in the arena, round pen, ground work, taking him out for walks on the public streets, she is getting him ready for the trail rides, also recommending the best tack and saddle for him..etc. Emma also does body work for him, this has improved with muscle gain and muscle tightness. I am truly grateful to have found Emma, to say I was a bit nervous about the big responsibility of horse ownership, is an understatement, she has helped me gain confidence in working with my horse. Her high equestrian knowledge, professionalism and calm demeanor make Emma a pleasure to work with.

Emma is absolutely amazing with horses. She has done body work on 4 of my horses and I'm finding…read moreout new things that I never knew about them. She really understands them and pays attention to every sign they give. My older gelding (who never rolls, EVER) now rolls during every session with her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone with horses. She truly cares about my fur babies well being.

A nice professional barn well maintained with a structured environment geared towards safety. This…read morebarn also has well known reputable trainers a huge plus, especially for those who show.

I have been boarding my horse here now for almost two years and the staff and other boarders are…read moregreat. The facility is well maintained. They have two big arenas, two round pens, and seven turnouts. The stalls are cleaned every day. The horses are fed twice a day (supplements included) when they say they are. Horses are turned out once a week with the price of board or for only $25 more a month they are turned out three more times a week for the whole month. It's a quiet no drama place and I love it here.