Ride American Quarter Horses on a real Texas ranch near Palo Duro Canyon
2 Hours
Instruction, Saddling, Ride
Saddle up for a 2-hour guided ride at Los Cedros Ranch, with instruction and time to get ready before you head out. Ride in an open-range, posse-style format designed for all experience levels.
Ages 3+ with a 250 lb weight limit. Arrive 15 minutes early. Gratuity is encouraged; guides accept Cash App, Venmo, and cash.
Full refund with 72 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Product ID: K5EYHR
Wear appropriate shoes (leather-soled boots preferred; no open-toe shoes or flip flops), a long-sleeved cotton shirt, and pants (denim jeans preferred; no shorts or capris while riding). Use sun protection like a hat with a string, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
You must be age 3+ and within the 250 lb weight limit.
Arrive 15 minutes early. If you are late for a horseback ride, the barn may leave without you and you will not receive a refund.
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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