Thursday, 4/2/2026 - we had a great time at Blazin' M Ranch. Address is 1875 Mabery Ranch Rd,…read moreCottonwood, AZ 86326. The foods were good. Bbq chicken was fall off the bone good. There were pull pork, salad, corn bread and butter, mac & cheese, some kind of purple-ish cold slaw, mash potatoes and gravy, and a homemade cinnamon apple cake. Several different bbq sauces. They served some alcohol. You have to buy it, of course. The entertainment was funny and great. Loved all the songs they sang. Dinner started at 7pm. Entry to dinner started at 6:30pm. All the young servers were great. They were busy and helpful. They had animals, birds, mini golf, this 4 table ping pong table, escape room, axe throwing, old photo shoot ($15pp), mini museum, big chess game, connect 4, etc. But we didn't get to enjoy all the games because we accidentally took the long way to get to Blazin' M Ranch. Instead of 30 mins, it took us like 45 mins ish. By the time we arrived, everyone was starting to go in the barn for the dinner and show. We really enjoyed this event. https://blazinm.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp

You absolutely cannot go wrong spending an evening here. For $99 you can learn basic roping,…read morecomplete an escape room challenge, throw some axes and use pellet guns to compete in a shooting lane shootout and ride a mechanical bull. The best is to grab a strong beverage of choice or two at the saloon beforehand to make it all so much funnier. A few extra fun touches before the dinner show:: a mini rail ride around the property and hanging out with the petting zoo animals. We paid for our old west portraits to get taken and at $40 for a couple to try on the costumes and make it happen was fun. As far as the petting zoo, bring some fresh produce in your pockets for the goats and the absolutely charming mini horse Gucci. He steals the petting zoo show. The dinner: soooo much great BBQ and dessert. We had delicious smoked chicken and pulled pork. Sides of Mac and cheese, homemade slaw, honey glazed corn bread, homemade mashed potatoes and the award winning grandmas apple cinnamon powdered cake. They encourage you to grab seconds. We couldn't even finish our firsts. Ok the show: it was outright hilarious. The owners and hired gun Eric Wildman Williams absolutely put on the next comedy and music infused hour show. You won't want that to ever end. I cannot say this enough: it was well worth the VIP package price we paid. If 10/5 stars were available, that's what they would get.

Verde Ranch RV Resort is absolutely stunning, one of the best RV resorts I've ever stayed at…read more Super dog-friendly, two huge side-by-side dog park-like kennels to turn them loose in, a huge property to roam, rentable golf carts to get around in, a massive property, pond, access to the river, trails, and more, and it is incredibly clean. We will definitely stay here again if we are in the area or passing through again in the future.

I have been full time rv'ing for about 6 years. I would not recommend staying at this resort. There…read moreare a lot of other options around here. Showers are on 45 sec timers before the water or the lights shut off on you. You cannot control the temperature its pre set I have seen 1 activity in 2 weeks of being here. Maybe they have more, just nobody that attends. Went to shoot a game of pool, waited about 30 min for the pool balls to be unlocked. Kid's knocking on the shower door and then running off. Kids using the hot tubs as a swimming pool. Only one hot tub is hot

I bought a large quantity with somebody else who recommended them at Sedona Farmer's Market. All…read morethe meat is wrapped in many layers of plastic and when frozen, the plastic crisscrosses inside the meat, which makes it difficult to remove. Plastic on meat and fat shows their ignorance about health and toxicity, as the plastic gets absorbed by the meat, especially the fat. All the pieces were horribly cut, and most of them went to the dogs. What a waste. These people need to go learn how to cut meat. Raising cattle in a healthy manner is not sufficient, you need to know how to cut it properly. Will never order anything again. Very costly dog food!

Wow! I thought I couldn't buy perfect meat. Grass fed has always been important, but most ranches…read moredon't finish the cattle with grass. Here we are grass fed AND grass finished! On a ranch down the street from my house from people I like! It is the best meat of my life. I feel good and it tastes good. My favorite regular item is their breakfast sausage. However, when I feel like splurging and I want to be real good to myself, I get a filet....oh oh oh. But really a largest part of why I love this food is just because I have studied meat and cattle and the nutrition that cows get from grass. Grass is packed with nitrilosides, which I receive as nutrients when I eat of a healthy animal. You don't have to go any further than "Food Inc" to see why cows shouldn't be fed corn and grains. Thank you Ernesto for staying true to what is best for your cows which in turn is best for us who eat from your boutique ranch. I appreciate that you are a rancher. You are doing exactly what I would do if, I could be a rancher. Thank you

This place was perfect for me. I was there on a Wednesday afternoon and it wasn't busy so that…read moreadded to the perfection. The wine is lovely. Instead of a flight, I went with a couple of glasses recommended by staff and they were spot on! Took the wine outside to sit in an Adirondack chair in the shade by the little creek and just relaxed. And then a musician started up on the porch and he was great! Very chill and just added to the relaxing vibe. Lots of seating options here, inside and outside. Wine is really good. A pond with a fountain and another fountain that feeds into a bubbling creek really add to the atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Fantastic atmosphere! Great wine! I could spend all day here sitting on the wrap around porch,…read moreswinging on the amazing porch swing, listening to live music and sipping tasty sangria! Service was great and the property was immaculate.

Trail horse adventures has a great selection of mild mannered horse ready for the glue factory…read more This is a compliment for the first time riders like my wife. She had a great ride that was a good hour and a half. It was such a beautiful day through the local terrain. She highly recommends Trail Horse for all whom desire to just ride a horse without all the headaches of owning a horse.

Highly recommend stopping by especially if you're visiting Sedona. Stan is the best tour guide you…read morecould ever ask for and the real John Wayne. He's hilarious and well knowledgeable about his horses and the land. You can truly see how much he loves his animals and his job. It is a beautiful park with great views. Charlotte was a beautiful calm horse and Stan made me comfortable riding her. 10/10 recommended this business. (Stan's also great at taking pictures if you're a solo traveler like me)

Foothills Ranch Horseback Riding in Mayer, Arizona, deserves every bit of praise I can give. From…read morethe moment I first spoke with the owner, Phyliss, I knew we were in good hands. She was flexible, accommodating, and genuinely committed to making our adventure special. I brought my two grandchildren along, and they had an absolutely wonderful time. The horses themselves were beautiful, healthy, and easy to ride--clearly well cared for and well trained. Our ride through the Prescott National Forest was nothing short of spectacular. As we followed Big Bug Creek and made our way deeper into the forest, both Phyliss and Janice shared an incredible wealth of knowledge. Their understanding of horses, combined with their deep appreciation for the area's history, made the experience unforgettable. We learned about the region's gold mining past, Native American history, early settlers, and even the geology, plant life, and wildlife that make this part of Arizona so unique. It was an education wrapped inside the best trail ride we've ever been on. Foothills Ranch offers far more than a simple horseback ride--it's a meaningful, memorable experience led by people who truly love what they do. I can't recommend it highly enough. Jim H

The whole day was remarkable. Wes took our girl in hand, challenged her and brought her out of…read moreherself. The confidence she gained from him was amazing. We went in with one girl and came out with another Also - I'm hooked! Looking forward to doing it again next month

Beware of this lady Tammy. I provided her weekly service for my portable toilet for 6 months and…read moreshe couldn't pay her bills on time and eventually stiffed me, still owing me $503. Not good business in this small town. Stay away from her and her business.

From the owner: River Ranch provides the ultimate experience for your horse's comfort and safety. Large 36x115…read moreCovered stalls. Open pastures. River bottom riding, Trails nearby and lots of historical sites. Additional services are: Therapy sessions, Massage and Chiropractic services, Horsey Makeover, etc. We provide 24/7 eyes on your horse. Trailer parking and RV spots available.

When I googled "butcher nearby" while visiting Cottonwood AZ, Lazy 5S came up as the first choice…read more When my GPS guided me to the Main Street address, I could find no sign of any kind, so I called. The nice guy on the other end explained that the meat was in freezers, in the back of the saddle shop, which was next door to the print shop. My first suggestion for Lazy 5S: create a big sign saying something like, "LAZY 5S MEATS INSIDE!" - otherwise I would never have found it with GPS alone. I bought a huge tenderloin, and I have to say it was the juiciest, tastiest filet mignon I had ever experienced in my life. Amazing! Unfortunately for me, I live in Brooklyn NY - but the moment Lazy 5S becomes available the way Omaha Steaks are [they're just "OK"] - I will be first in line to order!

I am so grateful to have found the highest quality meat I've ever eaten. I'm battling a…read moredebilitating auto immune condition and am using beef, tallow, and bone broth therapeutically. This is the highest quality grass fed beef I could find in the area. Apparently quality matters because with no change in my diet protocol other than the source of meat, I had significant improvement after just one week of eating it daily. It's the first time since I got hit with this condition that I've had any improvement at all so this is huge. I bought a quarter of a cow and picked it up at the ranch. After seeing the lush green pastures that the cows graze on and the cleanliness of the operation, including supplementation and even how the cows are treated, it all made sense. This is not just dinner, it's therapy. Since then, I have continued to improve and honestly believe that this highly nutritious beef is the foundation for my healing. It's not only the highest quality, but it's also the best tasting beef I've ever had. I have so much gratitude for the integrity and the heart that goes in to this beef...worth every penny.

Great alpaca ranch and fiber mill. They raise Icelandic sheep too…read more Just love Mette and Tom!

Happy place on earth. Need to go back and visit again. Tom and Mette are very good with all the…read morestuff their

Arizona Equestrian Connection was much more than the name implies. We stayed overnight in the…read moremodern "bunkhouse" and had the run of the entire spacious and spectacular 72 acre ranch. The scenery was beautiful and there were many activities to enjoy including fishing (catch and release), paddle boating, a small "petting" zoo, a tree house, tee pees and too much more to mention. The business should be called Arizona Family Connection because my wife and children really enjoyed this unique venue and the experience truly brought us closer together. We plan to return soon for a birthday party or family barbecue at their amazing gazebo. In fact if we weren't already married, we would have our wedding here! Shortie and Deb are truly amazing. They extended the hospitality of Arizona Equestrian Connection and made us feel welcome and at home for the duration of our too short family vacation. This is an amazing discovery for day trips, over night stays, vacations, reunions, weddings, maybe even company parties. Thank you A. E. C., hope to see you soon!

From the owner: Experience 72-acres of family fun when you join us for the day OR stay at the ranch and play for…read moredays! We share the beauty of the Verde Valley, fun outdoor ranch activities and our love of horses with visitors of all ages. Just an hour north of Phoenix, guests enjoy paddle boating, swimming, hay rides, catch & release fishing, numerous photo ops and props, mini horse cart rides, picnic by the Verde River, nature exploration, kite flying, barnyard animals, full covered arena for horse riding & horse activities plus much more. Brave a night in a tipi (large enough to sleep 6), book a private lodge-style room in our state-of-the-art Bunkhouse, Homestead House sleeps 8, making it ideal for 2 families to share. Tranquil beauty and majestic views are the perfect backdrop for corporate events, team building, birthday and holiday parties, retreats, clinics and workshops.