Guided river float to the Foxtail private exit
2 hours
Float the Salt River with a guide from the ranch to the Foxtail private exit. Prepare for an on-water outing where you may get wet.
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled trip. Reservations made within 24 hours are non-refundable.
Product ID: KKKMFN
Good swimming ability is recommended for this Salt River raft trip.
Request a reschedule before your trip starts. Requests made less than 24 hours before departure have a $10 per-ticket rescheduling fee, not included in the listed price. Rescheduling is available once only; requests after the trip time are not eligible.
Saguaro Lake Ranch, 13020 North Bush Highway, Mesa, AZ 85215
We absolutely loved our stay at Saguaro Lake Ranch, Cabin 8. This is one of those places where the setting really is the experience. Waking up surrounded by the mountains, seeing the horses just steps away, spending the afternoon by the pool, kayaking on the lake at sunset, and then coming back to swim under the moon made the whole stay feel incredibly special. The scenery is spectacular. The mountains seem to change color throughout the day, and sunset along the river was absolutely gorgeous. We loved how peaceful and tucked away the ranch feels while still having plenty to do. Kayaking was a highlight, but honestly, some of our favorite moments were simply sitting outside and taking in the view. Cabin 8 had exactly the rustic ranch charm we were hoping for, and we would absolutely stay here again. The only things keeping it from being completely perfect are that the air conditioning could use an upgrade, especially during the Arizona heat, and the bathroom could use some updating. Neither would stop us from returning, but improving those two things would really elevate the cabins while still keeping their wonderful historic character. If you’re looking for polished resort luxury, this probably isn’t why you come here. You come for the horses, the water, the mountains, the quiet, the sunsets and the feeling that you’ve escaped somewhere completely different for a few days. Saguaro Lake Ranch is a little Arizona treasure, and Cabin 8 gave us a trip we’ll remember for a long time. We can’t wait to come back.
Tina Underwood
August 25, 2026
We absolutely loved our stay at Saguaro Lake Ranch, Cabin 8. This is one of those places where the setting really is the experience. Waking up surrounded by the mountains, seeing the horses just steps away, spending the afternoon by the pool, kayaking on the lake at sunset, and then coming back to swim under the moon made the whole stay feel incredibly special. The scenery is spectacular. The mountains seem to change color throughout the day, and sunset along the river was absolutely gorgeous. We loved how peaceful and tucked away the ranch feels while still having plenty to do. Kayaking was a highlight, but honestly, some of our favorite moments were simply sitting outside and taking in the view. Cabin 8 had exactly the rustic ranch charm we were hoping for, and we would absolutely stay here again. The only things keeping it from being completely perfect are that the air conditioning could use an upgrade, especially during the Arizona heat, and the bathroom could use some updating. Neither would stop us from returning, but improving those two things would really elevate the cabins while still keeping their wonderful historic character. If you’re looking for polished resort luxury, this probably isn’t why you come here. You come for the horses, the water, the mountains, the quiet, the sunsets and the feeling that you’ve escaped somewhere completely different for a few days. Saguaro Lake Ranch is a little Arizona treasure, and Cabin 8 gave us a trip we’ll remember for a long time. We can’t wait to come back.
Tina Underwood
August 25, 2026
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