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Canyon Creek Ranch

3901 W. Pioneer Rd., Black Canyon City, AZ 85324
623-374-5245
5.0 of 5 stars 104 Reviews
Type: Ranches
Owner description: Canyon Creek Ranch is nestled on 130 breathtaking acres in Cold Water Canyon, just twenty miles north of Phoenix in Black CanyonCity, Arizona. The... more » Owner description: Canyon Creek Ranch is nestled on 130 breathtaking acres in Cold Water Canyon, just twenty miles north of Phoenix in Black CanyonCity, Arizona. The ranch is surrounded by 71,000 acres of National Monument land, featuring rugged hills, fantastic volcanic formations, ancient Native American petroglyphs and the Agua Fria River. The ranch offers great views of the surrounding mountains and miles of natural Sonoran desert to explore and enjoy. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

The canyon creek ranch was the best part of our honeymoon. my husband and I had Kevin the best tour guide ever he had alot of practical jokes to play on us as we were riding. when we got to the town we got to have a friendly compition do axe throwing shooting and roping. we had a blast and... More

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Lexington, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

This was our second time to the Scottsdale area so we wanted something to do other than lounge at the pool. The hotel recommended a dude ranch but with young children we were skeptical. Turns out, this was the best thing we would have done and both my 5 year old son and 7 year old daughter have not stopped... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Indescribable and the highlight of our trip out to AZ!!!

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Bergen County, NJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

The canyon creek ranch was the high light of our trip to Arizona. My seven year old son could not stop talking about it when we came home. The horse back riding and old western town were fantastic. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive.

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Dublin, OH
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

We included this excursion during our recent trip to Phoenix. We can't say enough about what a great time we had. We have two daughters (asges 12 & 15) who loved the trip and wanted to go back the next day. Our guide was Joe C. who made the day a lifetime memory for our family. Rusty was also a... More

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Birmingham, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

If you love horseback riding and you want an authentic experience with a good guide, this is the place to go to. Canyon Ranch is about an hour or so outside of Phoenix on the way to Flagstaff. The staff were very friendly and attentive and our group thoroughly enjoyed our morning spent with them!

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Mobile, Alabama
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

Driving up, the area looked a little too rustic, but we quickly got on our horses and headed out with Colby for a wonderful mid-afternoon desert tour that became the highlight of our trip. The ride was a perfect mix of riding and learning. The Western town activities were fun and a first for all of us, roping, throwing hatchets,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

We were three couples with four children ages 8-11- and there was something for everyone here. It was a BLAST... not just riding horses on a trail at sunset, but also hearing our genuine cowboy guide tell stories, give us riding tips and a nature tour. The horses are obviously well cared for and the grilled dinner and sides were... More

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Saint Charles, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

From the very beginning, to the very end, EVERYONE was so nice and accommodating. It doesn't matter whether you are a seasoned rider or never been on a horse before, you feel so comfortable and confident. Throughout the ride your guide (ours Rusty) made sure everyone was able to handle the horses. His knowledge of the surrounding area was impressive.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

I went with my two kids who are 10 and 13. They had a great time especially my 10 year old son. The trail ride was great and very educational and the old west town was a lot of fun. Highly recommend this as a fun activity on a trip to Arizona.

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