Lori was my second mom growing up. I couldn't recommend a better woman, family, place, to take…read moreyourself or your kids to learn about horses!

Lori Bridwell is great with kids and great with horses i suggest the summer lessons. Her horses are…read morewell trained. Sge also does really fun activities for kids

I worked with Lori setting up a half-day 'Group Event' and could not have been more pleased with…read morehow it turned out. We had a group of six people and everyone had a fantastic time. I had been looking for something with more immersion than a simple trail ride, and wanted the members of our group to experience a taste of horsemanship, rather than just hopping on a horse and going nose-to-tail for an hour. Lori worked with me to put together a full agenda including everything from a facility tour, safety/horse psychology seminar, gathering horses, to grooming, tacking up, lunch, then bridling and getting some basic riding lessons in the arena before tackling a trail ride together. We had the great privilege of meeting the one and only Rocco and having him give us a phenomenal overview of horse psychology and sharing well informed views on safety around these powerful animals. While their horses are supremely well trained (especially Jimmy!), Rocco made sure everyone understood that part of being a good horseman is having respect for the dangers associated with what you're about to do, and an understanding of how to stay safe. Lori and her wranglers, along with Rocco, joined us on the trail ride. Most barns will have only a couple wranglers for a group of our size, but Lori arranged for us to have one wrangler per guest, which was fantastic and likely helped people's confidence, since only two of us had ever ridden before. The trail ride was outstanding and so much better than your typical "follow this well worn dirt path on level ground" that I've experienced in the past with other trail riding outfits. It was much more free form and spontaneous and that made it a lot more fun. It was a great privilege to personally meet and then ride the trail with both Lori and Rocco. Their enthusiasm and energy were infectious and kept everyone in our group engaged and excited for what we were doing. In fact, every single person we dealt with was super friendly, professional and courteous. It's unfortunately quite rare to find a trail riding barn where the management appreciates that they are in a people business, not a horse business. I was really happy to see that this place was the rare exception. At the end of the day, everyone was thrilled with the experience and had a fantastic, memorable time. This was so much more than a simple trail ride, and I am so grateful that Lori was able to help me put this together. I would highly recommend this barn, whether for a trail ride or something more involved like this half-day event. It was absolutely worth it and a tremendous value that was competitively priced. Please give them a try and see for yourself, you will NOT be disappointed.

It was a really great experience such an enjoyable trail ride I would definitely recommend. It was…read morea very beautiful ride through the desert. I can't wait to do it again.

They work with my adult son with a traumatic brain injury. Very patient, calm and helpful! They…read moredo amazing work. My son has been coming for many years and he always looks forward to groom and ride the horses. I highly recommend Horses Help!!!

Horse's Help is a hidden gem in the valley for kids with special needs! They truly love the horses…read moreas much as they love the children who ride on them! My son participated in two Adaptive Riding Sessions with his instructor Saebra. She was incredibly kind and patient with my son and the weekend volunteers made his experience fun and educational! He loved riding on "Chuck" the horse and gained many valuable skills! We will miss riding with Horse's Help this summer and are excited to return back in the fall!

El Rancho Rojo is an exceptional place to board. The owners Liz and Joanne make sure every horse is…read moregiven the utmost care. From the stalls being cleaned three times per day, to feedings three times per day. On top of that, they feed supplements, blanket and place fly masks at no added fees. Truly, the care is unbeatable and the facility is pristine. They do constant barn checks and workers are amazing and live on the property. They also run a dog boarding service, which I utilize. It doesn't get any better than Liz and Joanne! I would never take my horses anywhere else...we compare their facility to the Ritz Carlton for horses!

The owners of El Rancho Rojo are Joanne and Liz and they will tell you anything you want to hear in…read moreorder to get you to board there. I had numerous issues which I brought to their attention and every time Joanne would start yelling and screaming and throwing a conniption fit. When I first arrived my horse had very calm horses on either side of him. Shortly thereafter Joanne allowed a high strung horse to be stabled next to my horse which created issues. I asked Joanne if she would move the high strung horse and she did not. There very small riding arena has 4 to 5 inches of sand which is not suitable to ride in as it will cause suspensory issues to your horse. A sand based riding arena should be 1 to 2 inches. One of Joanne's horses chewed and destroyed my very expensive halter I kindly asked her to replace it she said she would but after 4 weeks it still hasn't been replaced. They lock up the feed room and do not allow you access to your own supplements and grain which is unheard of in a barn. Joanne did not disclose that her neighbor to the east hates her so much that he fires up the lawnmower or something very loud daily to disrupt the horses and your experience while at the barn. Joannes cursing is offensive and she's constantly ranting and raving. Joanne and Liz created a very stressful environment for my horse and myself and therefore I would never recommend this place to anybody under any condition or situation.

Kelly, the "ranch manager" is a rude person. I wouldn't ever come here based on the interaction she…read morehad with me. She tried to scold me when I got sick and couldn't make an event and pay her $15.00 to camp at her dump.

Perfect home base for mountain biking the Black Canyon Trail. Great spots for tents, clean…read morebathrooms, hot showers, and friendly people. Super accommodating and a beautiful spot to rest. Will definitely come back again and again.

Our Sunrise Balloon Flight was amazing. Our pilot Taylor was professional, funny and made everyone…read morecomfortable on the ride. We took off at the perfect time so we were able to see the sunrise in the air! This balloon ride was reasonably priced and even included a champagne toast once we made it back down! I'd highly recommend you book your adventure now!

I was so nervous when my husband booked this trip for our 2 kids (14yo & 18yo) & my husband and I,…read moreto be honest! However, we couldn't have felt more comfortable with Taylor as our balloonist! He was so funny and professional all at the same time! All of the guys who work here are awesome! If you are debating this experience, DO IT! You most certainly will not regret it! It was amazing! Honestly, everything was flawless! Thanks "Tay Tay" (thank your co-worker for this)!! , and all the guys at Arizona Balloon!! Thanks for making our vacation and first balloon ride together as a family so memorable and amazing!!! We will absolutely book this again if we are ever back in Arizona! You guys rock!

What a great family experience! Bill and Rich did a great job guiding us on horseback on an hour…read moreride. Good stories and pointing out various things on the trail. Beautiful scenery that's shows the real Arizona! Best thing was my two granddaughters,who are 9 and 6, were nervous about riding a horse. Bill and Rich teamed the girls up with the perfect horses. Both the girls did great! Then into the frontier town. Bill was our guide and he was funny and engaging. I taught firearms but Bill took everyone through a brief course on firearms and did an excellent job making novices very comfortable! Overall one of the best experiences I've had in Arizona!!!!

We had the incredible pleasure of taking a tour with Rusty, and it was truly one of the best…read moreexperiences we've ever had. From the moment we arrived, the entire place felt like a step back in time -- a true throwback to the Wild West, complete with the spirit of cowboys and Native American history all around. You could feel the stories in the land, and Rusty brought them to life in a way only someone with the authentic cowboy spirit could do . Rusty was more than just a guide he was a storyteller, a teacher, and one of the friendliest people you'll meet. He didn't just stick to the clock; he went way over the time we purchased just to make sure we got the full experience, and never once made us feel rushed. That kind of care and dedication is rare, you can tell he didn't just treat this like some regular 9-5 job and we appreciated every second of it. Along the way, Rusty taught us things about the landscape, the animals, and the history of the area that we never would have known otherwise.His knowledge made the tour not only fun but truly meaningful. The ranch itself is stunning -- open skies, rolling terrain, and that Wild West charm that feels untouched by time. It's the perfect setting for a wedding, school field trip, or any group looking to connect with nature, history, and a sense of adventure. We can't recommend this place -- and Rusty -- enough. Thank you for giving us memories we'll cherish forever! - ZAIRE, 06/27/25

Good place to board your horse. People are fine and honest and the horses get fed on time. Prices…read moreare decent. Close to town - etc.