RIDING +
ACTIVITIES

RIDING +
ACTIVITIES

RIDING + ACTIVITIES

Daily life at Elkhorn Ranch revolves around guided horseback rides or hikes, gathering for meals at Longhouse, and the freedom to be as busy or relaxed as you please in-between.

THINGS TO DO

Horseback riding with ranch guides, tailored to your interests and abilities. Hike on your own or with the ranch guide. Birding on the trail and around your cabin. Heated 50’ swimming pool, tennis, pickleball, and more. Reading, table games and puzzles; browse the ranch library. Be creative ~ sketch, take pictures, make music. Try a workshop week!

WESTERN STYLE HORSEBACK RIDING INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED TO YOUR INTERESTS & ABILITIES ON RANCH RASIED HORSES

WESTERN STYLE HORSEBACK RIDING INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED TO YOUR INTERESTS & ABILITIES ON RANCH RASIED HORSES

Go horseback riding high into the Baboquivari Mountains, a Sonoran Desert Sky Island, and into the grasslands of the Altar Valley.

EXPERIENCE THE SONORAN DESERT LANDSCAPE AT YOUR PACE

EXPERIENCE THE SONORAN DESERT LANDSCAPE AT YOUR PACE

Hiking adds another dimension to your Arizona dude ranch vacation experience at Elkhorn Ranch.

FUN & RELAXATION FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES TAKES PLACE AT THE HEATED SWIMMING POOL

FUN & RELAXATION FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES TAKES PLACE AT THE HEATED SWIMMING POOL

Fun and relaxation around the ranch between rides is a big part of the ranch experience. Children enjoy freedom and hours of outdoor play.

Combine your creative interests with a riding vacation!

OLD-TIME MUSIC →
JAN 5 – 12, 2025

FOLK MUSIC →
JAN 12 – 19, 2025

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY →
JAN 19 – 26, 2025

DESERT LANDSCAPE WATERCOLOR →
JAN 26 – FEB 2, 2025

WRITE ON →
FEB 23 – MAR 2, 2025

KATE AITCHISON →
APRIL 2025

WESTERN STYLE HORSEBACK RIDING INDIVIDUALLY TAILORED TO YOUR INTERESTS & ABILITIES ON RANCH RASIED HORSES

EXPERIENCE THE SONORAN DESERT LANDSCAPE AT YOUR PACE

FUN & RELAXATION FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES TAKES PLACE AT THE HEATED SWIMMING POOL

Combine your creative interests with a riding vacation!

OLD-TIME MUSIC →
JAN 5 – 12, 2025

FOLK MUSIC →
JAN 12 – 19, 2025

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY →
JAN 19 – 26, 2025

DESERT LANDSCAPE
WATERCOLOR →

JAN 26 – FEB 2, 2025

WRITE ON →
FEB 23 – MAR 2, 2025

LOCAL SIGHTS

Many people never leave the ranch during their visit; but there are many great destinations within an hour if you wish to explore the region.

Nearby sites within an hour or so drive provide the chance to learn about southern Arizona’s natural and cultural history — the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Kitt Peak National Observatory, Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge and the old Spanish missions at San Xavier del Bac or Tumacacori.

Tubac offers the opportunity to walk amidst lovely art galleries and a variety of gift shops, many with southwest flair

Kartchner Caverns State Park is very special place to visit — call ahead for reservations. You can find many outstanding golf courses within an 1 – 2 hour drive from Elkhorn.

THE ARIZONA-SONORA DESERT MUSEUM IS A MILLER FAMILY FAVORITE!

LOCAL SIGHTS

Many people never leave the ranch during their visit; but there are many great destinations within an hour if you wish to explore the region.

Nearby sites within an hour or so drive provide the chance to learn about southern Arizona’s natural and cultural history — the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Kitt Peak National Observatory, Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge and the old Spanish missions at San Xavier del Bac or Tumacacori.

Kartchner Caverns State Park is very special place to visit — call ahead for reservations. You can find many outstanding golf courses within an 1 – 2 hour drive from Elkhorn.

Tubac offers the opportunity to walk amidst lovely art galleries and a variety of gift shops, many with southwest flair.

THE ARIZONA-SONORA DESERT MUSEUM IS A MILLER FAMILY FAVORITE!

  • January 29, 2025

    HOLIDAY NEWS FROM ELKHORN RANCH!

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STORIES

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EQUESTRIANS DREAM EXPERIENCE

I have recently returned from a three week vacation at Elkhorn Ranch. This is an equestrian’s dream experience. The ability to choose the type of ride, easy to loping, and the terrain of interest, desert or mountain, was honored each day in the company of expert wranglers. The horses are very well trained and provide sheer enjoyment for the rider. The delicious food was varied, plentiful, and prepped by an experienced chef. Traveling solo, I made so many new friends and look forward to returning for a repeat visit. I give Charley, Mary, and the entire Elkhorn Ranch staff 5 stars for my vacation!

~ Sincerly, Debra Footman, Maine