If you’re ready to escape the hustle and bustle of life in the big city, we have the perfect spot for you. Plan the ultimate getaway from Santa Fe with a visit to Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch! Whisk your worries away when you ride atop of one of our amiable, well-trained horses through breathtaking scenery or sit […]
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So you’re ready to hit the open trail and experience life out west like a real rancher? It’s time to start planning the ultimate dude ranch vacation. From horseback riding to cabin-living, we have everything you need to know about organizing your next adventure in the Land of Enchantment. Check out our six helpful tips to
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There’s no denying that horses played a powerful role in shaping American history. To this day, these mighty, compassionate animals hold a special place in the heart of New Mexico. We welcome all riders to experience one of the last strongholds in the American West on the New Mexico horseback riding adventure of a lifetime! Read on
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What is the difference between a dude ranch vs. a guest ranch? What is a dude ranch, and what is a “dude?” Is a guest ranch any different? And, how do you decide which one is best for your next vacation? Read on, and Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch will answer all your burning questions. Afterward, check our availability to start
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Nature-deficit disorder is the idea that human beings, especially children, are spending less time outdoors, and the belief that this change results in a range of behavioral problems. Richard Louv is credited with coining this term in 2005 with his book Last Child in the Woods. I had always heard of the book but hadn’t read it until
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In November we honor Native American Heritage Month. And at Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch, it’s all in the name. The namesake of our ranch is Geronimo, an Apache who was born and raised in the Gila National Forest. While his exact birthplace is unknown, it is said that he was born at the confluence of
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When it comes to planning a guest ranch vacation, it always helps to have a packing list at hand! There are so many important items that you don’t want to forget, so that’s why we’ve created the ultimate dude ranch vacation packing list. Grab your suitcase, and check off these ranch essentials. And, don’t forget your personalized New Mexico guest ranch itinerary before
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It was 96 years ago today that the Gila Wilderness was set aside as the first nationally designated wilderness in the United States. On June 3, 1924, due to the tireless efforts of the great conservation pioneer, Aldo Leopold, 559,688 acres of pristine, unspoiled land was preserved into what is now the largest wilderness area
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There are many New Mexico summer events in June and July for you to take advantage of! Although we are located in Southwestern New Mexico, our elevation is about 6,800 feet. The Black Range Mountains of the Gila National Forest shelter us beneath the tall Ponderosa pines. June and July typically finds most of the country suffering
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Looking to beat the heat? Then come out to Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch for a Gila National Forest summer vacation. The common perception of New Mexico in the summer is that it is a hot desert. However, Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch is located beneath the tall Ponderosa pines in the cool higher elevations of the Black Range
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