Smoke Tree Stables, Palm Springs CA

Had the best time riding horses through the canyon! The group ride and calm instruction had us feeling comfortable and trusting very quickly. It is well worth the monetary value! Just make sure to wear long pants!

Had an amazing experience. I have ridden a horse before but the length of the ride, terrain, and heat made it challenging. The horses were so sure-footed and well behaved. I would definitely do it again. My sister has never ridden a horse but the staff help you get on and off the horse and ride with you through the tour.

The one thing to note is that if you Uber or Lyft there, there is a 2nd location that you have to go to start the ride with the horses (they load up the horses to the trailer and take them where they need to go). The staff drove us there in beginning of drive and would have taken us back after but they had to care for the tired horses first. We were lucky that a couple in our group drove us back to the stable so we could lyft back to the hotel.

I would recommend bringing a bottle of water, sunscreen, and the smallest of purses because everything needs to fit in the saddlebag they give you.

Also please don’t be the annoying person stopping the group to take a selfie because we had someone like that in front of us and it was ridiculous! Our horses constantly had to stop bc she would stop hers to take a picture

Many thanks to all the staff and in particular to Bryan and Reagan who made this horseback experience memorable for us.
They are all experts at what they do and place an emphasis on rider's safety.
It will cost you $160 per person for a 90 minute horseback ride through the Palm Springs dessert mountains, and it is worth every penny.
You will want to give these folks a cash tip afterwards for all their hard work, care and hospitality they offer you.

Absolutely AMAZING.from beginning to the end.
The staff was beyond.the horses were great.the ride. Just amazing.
Definitely will be going back! So much fun.loves it all. Thank you Smoke Tree!

Magical ride on Murray Canyon Trail! Well worth it. Great guides and horses. Willis was a little stubborn tho’:)

Fantastic 4th generation family run stables. I am an experienced rider however this was my husband’s first time on a horse- ever. His horse (Spanky) couldn’t have been gentler, and our wrangler, Reagan, couldn’t have provided better guidance and support as my husband was pretty nervous at the onset of the ride- but completed the ride with all smiles!

One of the best experiences. My first time riding and I loved every moment. Friendly staff and beautiful horses. Breathtaking trail filled with views and water crossings. Can’t wait to comeback.

Stacey is incredibly cool and the vibe at the ranch / stables is really cool. Highly recommended for a visit, whether for a trail ride or equine therapy session with the horses.

It was absolutely beautiful family experience. The trail was one of kind. We rode through canyons, streams, and beautiful vistas.