Family-friendly horseback ride at Los Cedros Ranch on the rim of Palo Duro Canyon
1 Hour
Ride American Quarter Horses on a gentle, family-friendly outing with Cowboys and Cowgirls at Los Cedros Ranch on the rim of Palo Duro Canyon. Get instruction and time to saddle up, then spend about 40 minutes in the saddle.
Ages 3+ and 250 lb weight limit. Closed-toe shoes and long pants are required.
Full refund with 72 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Product ID: V2YU62
Wear long pants (denim jeans preferred) and closed-toe shoes. Leather-soled boots are preferred. Avoid shorts/capris for riding, and do not wear open-toe shoes, flip flops, or flat-soled shoes that can slide through the stirrups.
Arrive 15 minutes early. If you are late for a horseback ride, the group may leave the barn without you and no refunds are given.
Yes. This is a gentle, family-focused ride designed for families with small children. Riders must be age 3+.
Amarillo, TX
This horseback riding outfit near Amarillo is about as close to a sure thing as you'll find for travelers passing through the area. Guides like Allison, Rebecca, Violet, and Randy consistently earn praise for being knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely engaging, often sharing historical facts along the trail that add real depth to the experience. The horses are well cared for, the scenery includes beautiful canyon views, and the pace works well for complete beginners without boring those with more experience. One thing worth noting is that weather cancellations can happen, and at least one traveler felt the notice came a bit late. That said, the team has a strong reputation for being flexible and accommodating when plans need to change. If you need to reach them, calling is more reliable than email, and punctuality matters since rides run on a schedule. Morning rides are a particular highlight, with several guests calling them a vacation standout worth the early wake-up.
Kaycee, Brooke and Alison were amazing guides for our 2-hour trail ride. The views were lovely and the trail was very fun. Even being an experienced rider it was a lot of fun. Tono, my horse for the ride was such a good boy and an awesome trail horse. 10/10 would trail here again!
Keira Barinov
July 4, 2026
Kaycee, Brooke and Alison were amazing guides for our 2-hour trail ride. The views were lovely and the trail was very fun. Even being an experienced rider it was a lot of fun. Tono, my horse for the ride was such a good boy and an awesome trail horse. 10/10 would trail here again!
Keira Barinov
July 4, 2026
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