It was our last day in AZ and we wanted to horseback ride. Texted Patty @ MTM Ranch and she…read moreresponded quickly with her availability. We jumped for the spot and were so lucky it worked out. It was the 1st ride for 2021 and it couldn't have been a more perfect day. Crisp sunny morning with a trail into the beautiful desert lined with Saguaro cactus, prickly pear cactus, teddy bear cholla cactus, jumping cholla cactus and ocotillo. All of which we learned from Christy and Leah who were our excellent wranglers. Time passed so quickly as things usually do when you're having a great time. We didn't want it to end but so glad we had this wonderful experience to start off the new year, 2021! Definitley going back to enjoy another ride with MTM Ranch!

Such a fabulous ride on well behaved horses. Patty is amazing and busting at the seams with…read moreknowledge. I saw all learned so much on our ride. As a seasoned horse rider I wasn't sure about taking a "trail" ride, I am so happy we did it was a lot of fun and an amazing experience I will forever hang on to. Thank you Patty

Great experience! Thank you for the morning ride ! Great wranglers and very knowledgeable. Very…read moresound horses .

Celebrated our Anniversary with a sunset trail ride and had a fantastic time! The scenery was…read morebeautiful and the weather perfect. Boot was a great guide! He was friendly and informative of nature around us and the location's history. Our horses were responsive and so sweet; I loved giving them treats after our ride! We've already talked about bringing our kids out for a trail ride because we had such a good time!

My boyfriend took me here for Valentine's Day and I strongly recommend this ranch. The…read morepeople/atmosphere is great!! Great for beginners. The wrangler was very patient, clear, and great with going over the basics of how to ride the horses. He made everyone feel safe and comfortable on their horses. The ranch was very nice and the horses are definitely well-taken care. The horses were very calm, well-behaved, and well-trained.

Why did I wait 13 years to return here for a trail ride!!?? The hour and a half ride with our…read moreguide Cara was both enjoyable and exceptional. There were two of us so we able to explore more trails and hear from Cara about the local area and the abandoned gold mine. The staff at check-in was Friday friendly and helpful. If you want, you can go Western and wear boots and cowboy hats! Of course I had to give my horse Lincoln a treat at the end of a fun ride!

We had an incredible experience! Kendace was an amazing guide and instructor. She was friendly,…read moreprofessional, incredibly knowledgeable, and communicated everything clearly, making us feel comfortable from start to finish. The ranch is absolutely beautiful, and the horses are well cared for and wonderful to ride. One of our favorite parts was the tour through the little Western town--it was such a unique experience and really brought the area's history to life. You can tell this land is full of rich history and has been cared for with pride. This experience exceeded our expectations, and we absolutely got our money's worth. If you're looking for an authentic Arizona adventure with great people, beautiful horses, and fascinating history, I highly recommend visiting. We can't wait to come back!

Great experience! Our guide Bob was so informative and fun…read more You can't ask for better scenery!

This is the greatest horseback and team event venue in all Arizona! Don't miss it!…read more Guide guides are friendly, scenery is spectacular, and if you're going to eat there, the burgers are unmatched.

Amazing location ! So much more than just a horseback ride. The town was a blast and Cowboy Bob our…read moreguide was a good time and wealth of information. Highly recommend

This review is long overdue - back in May, my fiance and I went horseback riding with Joseph at…read moreWindwalker Expeditions. We had such a phenomenal time, the experience couldn't have been any better. Joseph knew everything there is to know about the desert, the plants, and the wildlife. He was able to answer any question we had, while also providing additional information. He was very kind, patient, and supportive while we were learning how to horseback ride (we each had gone when we were kids, but hadn't been on a horse in more than a decade). He also helped us take photos and videos, so now it's very special to look back on our experience and see those photos and videos. The horses were absolutely beautiful and it really seems like Joseph takes wonderful care of them. We had the absolute best time and are so grateful for Joseph. Also, special thanks to Shelly for all the hard work she put in to getting us scheduled and letting us know how to prepare. Thank you so much Joseph and Shelly!

Joseph was absolutely amazing! He was so knowledgeable about everything and made our experience…read morejust perfect! We will definitely be doing this again!

What a great day! The scenery is so beautiful, you feel like you have escaped reality. Rockaway…read moreHills Ranch, trail rides, lessons, boarding - they have it all. Amy is awesome - lives on property always available, loves the horses and great with her clients and friends. All ages will love spending time with Amy! I can not wait until my next ride and lesson. Give her a call today --- Rockaway Hills Ranch 480-998-2388 or 480-488-3999

What an Awesome Place!!! My family has had no experience with horses outside of a few laps around…read morethe barn at festivals or other local ranches. My daughter had been begging for riding lessons, and it was very difficult for us to find a reputable ranch to instruct her at such a young age. She started her lessons at Rockaway Hills Ranch at five years old and I couldn't be more pleased, Amy has exceeded my expectations for her as an instructor, she is patient, knowledgeable, and very friendly. I love that her lessons include learning to saddle the horse and riding techniques for young children, as my daughter was accustomed to just being thrown on a horse and lead around by a rope in the past. During her first lesson she rode (Daisy) all on her own in a small round pin (under Amy's guidance) with no lead rope. Since we've started our lessons my daughter has become more confident around horses and is even able to do some trotting, her passion for horses has grown exponentially since she began going to Rockakway Hills Ranch. I highly recommend them to anyone interested in lessons!

What a phenomenal organization this is and I had never heard of it util…read morevery recently. I spent some time there this week; I got to meet the outstanding founder and #1 gal, Sophie, who started it and runs it. She understands donkeys and mules, and she understands the special needs of some of the children that she teaches. Therapeutic, adaptive and regular riding to improve balance and range of motion are important to each individual she instructs.

I was recently introduced to this organization. They provide equine assisted services to inspire,…read moreenhance and enrich the human spirit. Services such as therapeutic, adaptive and regular riding to improve balance, strength and range of motion to an individual. The riding improves the well being and self confidence of an individual.

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 great and cooler day for an exuberant hike up Black Mountain. The route is uphill and will get…read moreyour heart pumping within minutes. Wear appropriate shoes, take plenty of water, use sunscreen and use your shades or cap. This is not a beginner's walk. Smooth terrain initially and then it will become dirt and rocks. Watch your footing, stay on the trail and be alert. Rattlesnakes are still out so watch your step. Parking below.

How do you rate a hike like this?! 5 stars with alot of asterisks!…read more My fiancé is the experienced hiker. Lover of trail runs, marathons, and completing the types of challenging hikes they make documentaries about, this hike albeit steep was a breeze. He ran a few miles to the trailhead, hiked the mountain, then ran back to the hotel three times during our stay. I, on the other hand am not a fan of early mornings or strenuous hikes but I do love a good challenge. In lieu of beating my time up Toms Thumb, I tackled Black Mountain solo, and let me tell you, if my 4'11", geriatric knee having, asthmatic, former athlete self can complete this hike, you can too! Yes, it's pretty dang steep. I wish someone would have warned me that instead of riding switchbacks, you are climbing straight up, gaining elevation very quickly, but it does make for a fun change of pace. Personally, it took me an hour up, and an hour down (so two hours total), and my partner made it up in 30 minutes, and down in around the same (so an hour total). Here are a few tips no matter your skill level: *bring water, a snack or two, sunscreen, sunshades, and considering how steep this bad boy is, wear hiking shoes with good grips. I hiked in October 2024, so I'm not sure if you'd need to modify for other times of the year. *know that although there are a good amount of shops if you make it to the Spanish Village, there aren't a ton of walkable roads in the surrounding town of carefree. In fact, there are a few residents that live on this mountain, and may encounter cars on your way up to the trailhead marker. *all trails is an amazing app to have handy for this and other solo hikes if you're going alone or would like to track your time/ensure you stay on the trail (it buzzed a few times to alert me that I was no longer on the trail...whoops) *the view is nice...even if you don't make it to the top, you're in for a visual treat!