Photo: Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch

Family ranch

Winston, New Mexico

Geronimo Trail Guest Ranch

Four-cabin riding ranch near Winston in the Gila National Forest, walk-only rides.

Recreation-focused stay

Season: Mar – Dec
Ages: Trail riders 6+

What you'll do

Two-hour rides morning and afternoon in the Gila National Forest, with all-day rides possible
Horsemanship lessons, hiking and local history

When to go

All-inclusive stays March to mid-May, one to six nights
Mid-May through December: cabin plus guided rides priced one by one, self-catered or with a hired chef
Cabin-only rentals year-round

Who it's for

Riders happy at a walk: every ride stays at a walk on the rocky ground
Trail riders 6 and up, with short ranch rides for younger kids on request; helmets under 13

Good to know

Riders are limited to 220 lb
Off-grid, with no air conditioning, cell service or babysitting
One page ends all-inclusive stays in mid-May, another keeps the chef through mid-June, so ask what's included
Bring your own alcohol; no pets, and a 20% gratuity is suggested

Horsemanship
Trail riding