Meet Our Horses at Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch
Get to know our horses at Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch! The well-being of our horses is one of the most important things to us. If you come to ride with us, you may be asked to do things differently than you have done during previous riding experiences. Bring a learning mindset and expect a wonderful educational experience! Our horses are the foundation of our business, and as such are very important. Without our horses, we can’t take you on trail rides of this incredible area. We feel that if we take care of them, they will take care of us. Providing our herd with top-notch care allows them to be the best athletes they can be to navigate the rough terrain and show this beautiful country to our guests! We make sure to give them plenty of good quality feed, proper hoof, teeth and vet care, as well as love!
We have excellent quality tack because we want both our guests and our horses to be comfortable. Our saddles are mainly Tucker, Reinsman and Circle Y. You will ride in our tack during your stay.
- Please keep in mind there is a strict rider WEIGHT LIMIT of 210 pounds. You must also be PHYSICALLY FIT and fall within our Height to Weight Ratio Chart in order to ride. These requirements are to ensure the safety and comfort of both riders and horses. Please evaluate yourself honesty and accurately. We reserve the right to refuse you to ride if we feel it is unsafe for any reason. If you fall outside these guidelines but feel you are physically fit enough to ride, please contact us.
- Due to the rough, rocky, mountainous terrain and VERY remote location, all rides are walk only, but this is also the best way to enjoy one of the most beautiful places in the world!
- Our focus is on good horsemanship and you will find many opportunities to learn no matter your experience level, and challenge yourself if you desire. We feel horsemanship is about lifelong learning and always striving to improve our communication with the horse.
- Children under 13 years old are required to wear a helmet.
Meet some of our Horses at Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch:
Johnnie
Johnnie is a Clydesdale Quarter Horse cross that loves attention! You will fall in love with his big face and beautiful thick mane. He is like a little kid and loves to play with his bridle while waiting to go out for a ride!
Sasquatch
Don’t let his name fool you, even though this boy may have big feet that is where resemblance to his namesake ends! Sasquatch is sweet, gentle, responsive and ready to show you this special area. His nicknames include “Squatchy” and “Satchmo” 🙂
Dreamer
Dreamer is a gorgeous Palomino Appaloosa. We always say “you can’t ride color” but this guy sure rides nice! Strong and gentle, he will make your tour of the Gila National Forest a pleasure!
Slingshot
Slingshot loves face rubs and just wants to be your friend! Be sure to give him a nice reward with brushing and extra face rubs after your ride! He is originally from a working ranch in Kansas. Rumor has it he has also been called Bullseye after the horse in Toy Story. 🙂
Jerry
Jerry’s cute, sweet face will win you over in a heartbeat! Fondly know as “Jerr Bear”, he is as responsive as he is sweet and is ready to take you trail riding to see the beauty of the Gila National Forest.
Brownie
Brownie comes to us from a working ranch in Nebraska. There is probably not much he hasn’t seen or done. Let this strong, friendly boy show you the wonders of the Gila National Forest!
Sheriff
Wow! What a beautiful dapple gray coat this handsome boy has! Sheriff is as steady as they come and just like you would want the sheriff to be, not much ruffles his feathers!
Stetson
You will fall in love with this black beauty’s sweet and loving personality. Meris likes to call him Maserati for his well controlled power and responsive ride!
Chipper
Chipper loves attention and is always up for anything you want to do. In the pasture, you will find him hanging out with his best buddy Johnnie. We like to call Chipper, Johnnie’s “mini me”!
Pinball
Pinball is a black and white draft cross who got his name from black spots that look like pinballs! Strong and sturdy, he will take your where you want to go.
Big Boy
Tall, dark and handsome certainly sums this looker up! Big Boy is strong, willing and incredibly well trained and responsive. Meris loves his soft “puppy dog” eyes and the way he “talks” all the way down the trail!
Toto
Although Toto is originally from Kansas (yes, true story 😉 ), he has been in the Gila for many years now. He has worked cattle and even may have packed a few mountain lions for a hunting outfitter before coming to us! Strong and brave, he will go anywhere you point him!