New Mexico Equine Vacations

Alto Hombre Gordito Hideout - Of The Beaten Path Horse Adventure
Alto Hombre Gordito Hideout is located in the mountains of Ruidoso, South-East New Mexico, along The Billy the Kid Scenic Byway. The Hideout truly captures the spirit of the Old West with wonderful cozy cabins, tucked in the pines at 7,300 feet altitude. The cabins have fireplaces, porches, private jacuzzi and their unique charm. The Hideout’s RV Park offers spacious pull-thru sites with Adobe shelters and breathtaking vistas over the mountains. The Hideout’s wild and pristine National Forest surrounding is paradise to riders, fisherman and hunters. The Hideout organizes guided horseback rides into the National Forest. You can go for just an hour of horseback riding or a whole day with pick-nick breaks and campfires. You can also bring your own horses, board them at The Hideout and enjoy horse trails directly from your cabin or RV site. The Hideout also features an indoor pool, sauna, spa, game room and Wireless Internet. From hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting, fishing, golf, ATV four wheeling, sightseeing in Ruidoso and stargazing with a telescope, there is plenty to choose from. During the winter season Alto Hombre Gordito Hideout offers Ski Packages, including lodging, ski equipment, lessons and lift tickets. The Hideout caters to the ski resort called Ski Apache, which is operated by the Mescalero Apache Indian Tribe. Enjoy an off the beaten path outdoor mountain vacation! Ruidoso is 190 miles south of Albuquerque, New Mexico GPS co-ordinates for Alto Hombre Gordito Hideout are N33 28 19.60 W105 40 19.54. The Hideout is at Highway 37 mile marker 3, north of Ruidoso. Alto Hombre Gordito Hideout reservations@hombregordito.com 575-336-787 7/4/09

Summer Camp for Kids and Ladies in Beautiful Llaves, NM. starrynightranch@gmail.com
Custom camps available for kids and ladies. Come spend some time with us and put all those clinic's to work. No experience is necessary. Escape the heat and come to our high mountain horse heaven. Julie has 40 years of horse experience and has been instructing riders for 15 years. See our website for more information www.jubileehorse.com 3/28/09

Starry Night Ranch in Llaves New Mexico – offering week long western riding vacations. The Starry Night Ranch has a horse playground, horse facilities, main house and guest house. We have camps for kids, families, ladies and we can plan a custom clinic for groups of four or more. Visit our website for more information http://www.jubileehorse.com/StarryNightRanch.html 3/26/09

Bernardo Overnight The Kiva RV Park and horse motel is located 50 miles south of Albuquerque on interstate I-25 at exit 175. This exit is 25 miles north of Socorro and 14 miles south of Belen. We have 15 stalls which are 10 x 12 w/runs and 3 turn out pens w/shelters. If you need any additional information please call (505) 861-0693 or Email us at kivarvparkandhorsemotel.com Diane& Bob 7/1/08

"Taos...bring your horses. High mountain or high desert...hundreds of miles of riding. Nightly rental for you and your horses. Beautiful barn, pastures and casita very close to town so you can enjoy more than just riding. Ample trailer parking. Guided rides if desired. (licensed EMT) edususan@aol.com 2/29/08

Cedar Crest Country Cottage & Stables
15 minutes from Albuquerque NM. / 45 minutes to Santa Fe via the Turqoise trail scenic byway, and 15 minutes to top of sandia crest 10678' looking down to the big city. We are in the east sandia mountains property borders Cibola National Forest
We have rental horses and ride the trailhead into the forest right from the property. We have the cottage to rent. So come spend a night or two or a week and ride horses in the mountains. info@cedarcreststables.com (505) 281-5197 You don't have to stay in the cottage to ride horses. call for appointment. 1/6/08

Come stay in the Gila National Forest area at the Lake Roberts Cabins . Quaint fully furnished cabins, beautiful mountain setting. Horse accomodations available. Dogs allowed. Fishing, hiking and miles of trails to ride on. Horse rides and programs for the kids. Come enjoy a beautiful fall getaway!! Reservations requested. Mention this ad and recieve a special rate. Call 505 536 9929 ask for Bonnie or Ian 8/28/07

Bring your horse(s) to Casita de Chuparosa Â in Abiquiu! Georgia O'Keeffe Country. Halfway between Santa Fe/Taos. Along New Mexico Hwy 84 North. Charming 2 bedrm Casita on 20 acres. 75' X 100' fully fenced turn out area with Barn overhang to keep out of weather and water/feed for your horses to stay in while you relax in our Comfortable, Tastefully decorated Guest House- 950 sq. ft, 2 bedrooms-Fireplace/Full bath/Fully equipped Kitchen, Living/Dining. Attached to our main home, Private entrance, Amazing 360 views of Chama River Valley, Jemez, Sangre de Cristo Mtns. and the Pedernal (Made famous by Geogia O'Keeffe, silhouetted each evening during sunset!) 100's of miles of trails outside our front door, backs up to BLM land. The best sunsets in all of New Mexico ! Ride to the Chama River. Lots of Pictures on request of Casita Interior/exterior, Horse facilities & Views. $125 night for 2. 1 night free after every 6 nights. Up to 4 -$10 extra pp per night. $10 per horse/night. 505.685.0823 or info@casitadechuparosa.com 6/5/07

Vacation with your horse!
We offer a relaxing getaway or a riding adventure. You will have seclusion, scenic beauty, and an abundance of trails to ride. Our casitas border the Carson National Forest. We are located 30 miles northwest of Taos, in the sleepy village of Tres Piedras (Northern New Mexico). www.taoshorsegetaways.com email: taoshorse@laplaza.org phone: 505 758 8880 or 758 3628 4/26/07

Larry and Michele Schaffer
790 SR 595 Regina, New Mexico 87029
505-774-0217 ranch
505-929-7777 mobile
We Offer Day and Extended overnight Trail Rides Campsites- Cabins and great New Mexico foods and The best BBQ in the Rockies We offer Day/Wk/Mo board and care, Outfitting, training, and course Prep. Come give your horse and rider and/or family a getaway to a peacefull serene place in time where your heart slows, you smell the scent of Cedar and Sage is the cleanest air in the USA. You can use us as "base camp" for your road trips , as we are centrally located between all the northern ancient sites and scenic hwys. Set up camp and we wont fence you in, just explore and ride till you loose your scences. Ride the Continential Divide & Carson National Forest
Hundreds of Miles of fenceless Rides along old trails of the Wild West - Old Spain- Anastasi-Comanche and countless other paths of the Old. Ride along sage and chaparall trails and and than rise into the Ponderosa and Juniper forests. This area of Northern New Mexico is part of the last frontier, many trail riders have yet to even see the vast beauty of the land of the pueblo and anastasi cultures. A real great experience for the adventuresome outdoorsmen & women who desire to be surrounded with countless Geolological Wonders & Ancient Civilizations. Last but not least, we are located on an ancient Elk and Mule Deer migration path and have seasonal Hunts and year round photography shoots, with blinds and guided tours to ensure your experience includes blending in the the wildlife and getting that favorite shots you dream of. see our Website: www.wagonwheelranchnm.com or call Larry and Michele Schaffer at 505-774-0217 or email for more information and reservations reasonable rates, best chuck wagon for the buck. ride to the ridge where the west commences,!!!!!!!! dont fence me in! (Gene Autry) schaffers@wagonwheelranchnm. 4/14/07

Gillespie Ranch is a working cattle ranch in the Lincoln National Forest (southern Sacramento Mountains) in which we put in a 12 site RV park (full hook-ups) with horse pens and a new cozy cabin. You can go riding right from your doorstep for miles in the cool tall pines!!! For more information see our website. 9/26/06:

Gila Wilderness Expedition
Gila, New Mexico - 866-242-3500
http://www.gilawildernessexpeditions.com
Join us for a customized eco-tour, a gently guided horseback nature vacation adventure, a trip into pristine wilderness to explore the plants, animals and geological wonders of the amazing New Mexico region.Experience the Gila Wilderness and Gila National Forest on horseback. Ride through the vast canyons and mountains of the Gila region. Double E Guest Ranch adjoins the Gila National Forest on it's southwestern edge. Discover ancient Native American Indian culture, flora, and wildlife in the Gila Wilderness Region on horseback using Double E Guest Ranch and it's 7 cozy cabins as your base camp. The Gila National Forest and Gila Wilderness of southwestern New Mexico, USA - is one of the most spectacular and remote regions in the Southwest. On this horseback wilderness adventure vacation, your trails are made -- not followed! You will be presented with an exclusive opportunity to experience a virtual ecological paradise for those seeking absolute solitude and escape from modern society's busy, stress-filled lifestyle. 9/25/06

Celebrating our 10th year, our 30,000 acre working cattle and guest ranch in southwestern New Mexico is open year round and offers up to 14 guests an opportunity to experience an authentic working ranch vacation. Roundups, exciting horseback riding, team penning, roping, barrel racing, horsemanship clinics and more are just some of the activities you are invited to participate in. Join one of our "ladies only" Cowgirl Camps, which are scheduled monthly, through the year. Adjoining the Gila National Forest on the southwestern edge, wildlife is abundant, nature horseback rides, birding, and viewing Native American ruins located on the ranch are easily scheduled. 7 Guest Cabins, home cooked meals and a professional, friendly staff ensure a memorable visit. Website: http://www.doubleeranch.com Email: info@doubleeranch.com 9/25/06

BED, BREAKFAST, AND STABLE … AWESOME LOG HOME WITH HORSE FACILITIES BEAUTIFUL SETTING IN BLM PONDEROSA PINE FOREST … HOUSE WITH 2 ACRES ENCLOSED BY 6-FOOT CHAIN LINK FENCE, SO DOGS ARE WELCOME, TOO! HORSE/HIKING TRAILS GO ON FOREVER. ELK HUNTING NEAR BY. SO… BRING YOUR FAMILY AND PETS FOR A NICE VACATION. WINTER AREA FOR CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING OR VISIT SKI LIFTS WITHIN AN HOUR'S DRIVE. HUNTERS WELCOME, TOO! NEW MEXICO BREAKFAST SERVED DAIY RATES: $140/NIGHT FOR FAMILY OF FOUR. $160/NIGHT INCLUDE YOUR HORSES. WEEKLY RATES AVAILABLE. ELK HUNTERS: GROUP RATE $800/NIGHT INCLUDES UP TO 8 HUNTERS. CALL: 505-751-1570 FOR RESERVATIONS. TRES PIEDRAS, NEW MEXICO (30 MILES NORTHWEST OF TAOS) 8/29/06

Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch
Experience the true adventure of the old west! Whether on horseback, or in hiking boots, you will enjoy some of the most beautiful, untouched country in America. Ride the outlaw trails of Billy the Kid, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Visit Native American ruins where Geronimo once roamed the west. We are a family-run guest ranch who is dedicated to meeting your individual needs. Serenity, solitude and the cowboy life await you! No lines or schedules here. Other activities that our guests enjoy are: big campfires at night with s’mores and some fantastic stargazing, barbecues, mountain biking, great fishing in our lakes and rivers, outdoor and indoor games, poker rides, treasure hunts, photography, horseback riding lessons or just reading a good book on one of our many bench swings. 10/11/05

Mescalero Sands Guest Ranch Step back in time and relive the history of the "Under the Hill Ranch" where cattle raising has been a way of life for over 100 years. Come with us horseback or by motorized vehicle as we lead you into the enchanting Mescalero Sands that the Mescalero Apache Indians called home. Virtually unspoiled and pristine, the Sands are very different from most sand dunes in the United State in that there are many species of vegetation and wildlife not often seen. Included are the sand lizard, blue guail, pronghorn antelope, and sand deer( If you are very lucky) as well as mule deer, coyote, bobcat, etc. 5/14/05

Tererro General Store & Riding Stables, Inc. offers: one hour, two hour and half day horseback rides on the Santa Fe National Forest, as well as various hiking trips, day rides, drop camps, fishing trips, fully catered pack and hunting trips in the beautiful Pecos Wilderness. Please join us for your next outdoor adventure! 5/8/05

Circle S Stables located one and one half hours driving time from Santa Fe, in the National Forest. We offer trail rides, drop camps and fishing trips. Open Memorial Day thru October. Our rides are all in the Pecos Wilderness.lbstorey@cybermesa.com 04/05/2005

gilawildernessventures.com I have been in the business since 1981 and have a beautiful wilderness down here in the southern part of the state where the season is long. wildernessventures@gilanet.com1/19/05

We offer WILDERNESS EXPEDITIIONS for groups and individuals. New Mexico environments from desert scrub
and grasslands to conifer and aspen mountain meadows. Services provide suburban or jeep transport and/or horseback rides to vista locations and back country niches perfect for natural light and close-up wildlife photography. Leave the scouting and calling to us. Let us custom design a tour package for you !
Wildlife Photography / Scenic Horseback and 4x4 Tours of southern New Mexico featuring animals, plants, habitats & cultural sites. We also offer capture and relocation services and a full line of trapping, sighting & photography equipment. 12/4/04

VACATION WITH YOUR HORSE Come visit the great outdoors of Glenwood, New Mexico and stay at an authentic family homestead - with your horse!! Accommodations include an adobe home, guest houses and cabin. RV park available and lots of beautiful trails to ride and enjoy. Located near the Mogollon mountains and area attractions include the Mogollon Catwalk, 3 ghost towns, hot springs, the Gila Wilderness area and the Gila Cliff dwellings. Good for kids OR couples wishing privacy thanks to the arrangement and location of the various accommodations. Contact Polly Tipton at 505-539-2812 or see us on the web at http://www.doublethomestead.com. 11/15/04

We offer "working cattle ranch vacations" for up to 4 guests at a time, and also rent our cozy cabin out to people who want to bring their own horses and ride on the ranch. Please see our website www.jxranch.com and the cabin rental page at www.jxranch.com/cabin_rental.htm .
JX Cattle Company, LLC
4290 Quay Road AR
Tucumcari, New Mexico 88401 9/12/04

TAOS AREA--Building, relocating, or just vacationing?
Short term Rentals: Vacation Home or Apartment including room for your
equine friends. Health papers required for horses. Guide service if needed. Licenced EMT and Mounted Search & Rescue personnel.
Email for more information: edususan@aol.com. 8/28/04

Discover northern New Mexico by horseback! Explore some of
our state's most spectacular scenery and bring your camera. Equine- Escapes offers guided trips to many areas of northern New Mexico including the colorful Copper Canyon, Canjilon Lakes and mountain, San Antonio Hot Springs, Santa Barbara Canyon, and the Rio Chama Wilderness Area, just to name a few. We cater to the intermediate rider and bring the horses to the spot you choose. You may also access trails directly from here to wind through arroyos and across mesas. See window-rocks, Indian ruins, pottery shards, and views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. For more info and reservations please visit our website at www.equine-escapes.com , e-mail: info@equine-escapes.com or contact Debbie at 505-753-3531 7/11/04

OVERNIGHT and MONTHLY- Magdalena, NM, 3 miles west of Magdalena on Hwy. 60 A private ranch. Miles of trails, access to Cibola NF, mountains for overnight trail riding and great country. 10 in and out stalls, round pens, and breaking ring. 1/4 mile off US Hwy 60. Conveniently located on main route to Phoenix. RV dump 2 miles at Grizzly RV Park. $7.00 a night w/feed, $3 a night w/o feed per horse. We also offer a first class B&B enviornment for the owners comfort. Contact Lee or Lori Scholes for more info or reservations. 505-854-3091 or e-mail www.ranchomagdalena.com 6/26/04

Wild Horse/Derringer Ranch We offer you wilderness adventures, activities, and training. Derringer is a licensed, year-round New Mexico guide service. We offer hiking, camping, hunting, fly fishing, horseback trail-riding, horse packing or goat or llama pack trips, back packing, canoeing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, river floats, and tours of Indian ruins. We offer advice on horsemanship, and seminars in outdoor skills: hunting, fly fishing, black powder, archery, horse packing, goat packing, river and lake boating, wilderness survival, Dutch oven cooking and much more year round. We limit the number of people to about 10 each week to give you special attention. Most of our trips include food and lodging, and we can customize a trip for your interests. We sell a variety of equipment for the wilderness traveler to include: cooking equipment, horse, llama, and goat tack, guns, archery , inflatable boats, and other specialized wilderness needs. 3/30/03

Colores De Lumbre Ranch, offers some of the most spectacular rides in New Mexico. We have half and all day rides into the majestic and sacred Mt. Taylor. We also have rides in the Zuni mountains where you will be part of the old railways and timber roads of years back, as well as seeing elk, deer, turkey and occasional bear. You can bring your own horse or we several that have done the journey for years. Hope to see you soon. Susan Sanchez, LumbreRanch@aol.com or 505-552-9750 2/22/02

Riversong Farm is a private getaway near city convenience. Our luxury guest house and first class horse accommodations are just right for the overnight traveler or for a longer stay with or without your horses. Located at the end of the road on 25 acres of rolling farmland, you'll find plenty of room to ride or walk out the kinks after a days travel. Stay longer and visit the Wildlife Refuge, the Roswell Museum and Art Center, take in a movie, go shopping or just relax.... You will be welcome to set your own pace and schedule. No worries, no roughing it... just quiet elegance with complete privacy.

U-Trail The Gila Wilderness Trail ride America's largest and the world first wilderness area. A land rich with human history and blessed with the most diverse landscape and wildlife anywhere. Deep canyon riding with spectacular hoodoos and caves. High elevation riding with breathtaking vistas and the magestic old growth trees. Peaceful meadows and abundant water. See ancient Indian Cliff Dwellings. The birthplace of Geronimo. Pack trips, fishing, hunting, and photography. Great home cooked food. Day rides to week long pack trips. Robin Kamps utrail@gilanet.com 2/1/01

Reserve - The N-Bar Ranch - True cowboy experience in the stunning scenery of high plains, lush forests, and rugged cliffs. Work cattle, trail ride or explore to your heart's content. Contact name: Valerie Britton e-mail: val_1018@hotmail.com 8/27/00

Vallecitos Title: Vallecitos Stables and Guest House - Horse riding facility 1 1/2 hours north of Santa Fe. We take people out for trail riding in the carson national forest on gaited horses. We also offer boarding and lessons. Contact name: Barbara Becker e-mail: horses@newmexico.com 8/1/00

Rancho Cañón Ancho Guest Ranch! in New Mexico...the Land of Enchantment! We invite you to enter the Wild West at it's best! Camp in a wall tent under the star-filled skies on our remote, family owned and operated cattle ranch in the canyon country of northeastern New Mexico. Chuck wagon barbecues, wagon rides, bath-house, fishing and floating on the Mora River. Explore rim rocks, cliffs, and overhangs. Work cattle or just relax around the cracklin' campfire and listen to the coyotes sing. Enjoy warm Western Hospitality & Wild Western Adventures. 7/19/00

Pecos Wilderness Pack Trips & Hunts: P Diamond J Outfitters specializes in both Paint Horses for Breeding and Sale, and in horseback hunting and camping excursions across New Mexico's Pecos Wilderness Area pdiamondj1@plateautel.net

Looking for adventure vacations such as horseback riding vacations or guest ranch vacations? How about equestrian camps or horse camps? In need of services like horse whispering, an equine expert witness, equine training or seminars? Are you an Executive looking for a corporate retreat? Look no further. Your ranch getaway, C Diamond C Ranch has it all!

Ride your Dreams The Double E Buffalo & Cattle Ranch is a working guest ranch (30,000 acres), located 30 miles northwest of Silver City, New Mexico. We don't offer a 'fancy dude ranch' experience. If you want, you can help with ranch chores in country that is truly spectacular, covering scenery as impressive as any in the Southwest.

Mountain trail rides and fishing trips Tererro General Store and Riding Stables Mountain trail rides and fishing trips in the Santa Fe National Forest. Catered Pecos Wilderness pack trips. Memorial Day through September 30.

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