This 2-hour guided trail ride takes you through the Coronado National Forest and Catalina State Park in the countryside near Tucson. You are paired with a horse based on your size and experience, then follow your guide along trails with wide views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and desert landscapes marked by saguaro cacti and other desert plants. There is time to take photos along the way, and the ride passes near one of Tucson's oldest dude ranches.
This is a two-hour guided trail ride in the desert countryside near Tucson, which is a very different way to spend an afternoon than a downtown walking or ghost tour. You are matched to a horse based on your size and experience and then follow a guide along trails with open views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and saguaro-studded desert. If you want to be out in the landscape rather than on city sidewalks, this is the format for that.
It suits people who are curious about riding, including newer riders, since horses are paired to your experience level, and anyone who likes wide desert scenery and time for photos. It is a weaker fit if you want an urban history experience, have physical limits that make riding uncomfortable, or expect a fast-paced ride, since a guided trail ride is steady by nature. Dress for sun and changeable desert conditions, and expect the pace and route to be set by the guide rather than by you.
Questions people ask
Do I need riding experience?
No. You are paired with a horse based on your size and experience, so the ride can accommodate a range of comfort levels, though you should still be prepared to sit a horse for two hours.
How long is the ride and where does it go?
It is a two-hour guided trail ride through the Coronado National Forest and Catalina State Park near Tucson, with views of the Santa Catalina Mountains and the surrounding desert.
Will there be time to take pictures?
Yes, there is time for photos along the way, and the route also passes near one of Tucson's oldest dude ranches.
