Spring Trail Ride

Ride With Us!!!!

Each Spring the Empire Ranch Foundation sponsors a Trail Ride through the rolling hills and spectacular scenery of  Las Cienegas National Conservation Area.   Join us for an Authentic Western Experience like no other, benefiting the Empire Ranch Foundation.

Join Us for the Spring Trail Ride

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Our annual Spring Trail Ride features 2-hour guided rides through the historic rolling hills of the Empire Ranch. Rides depart at 8:00 am, 11:00 am and 2:00 pm for $155 each.

Or Bring Your Own Horse for the trail ride at the same times for $55.

Pre-purchase lunch for $18 per plate.

All rides must be reserved in advance no later than March 23rd.

Liability waiver form REQUIRED. Event details/liability waiver form will be emailed after registration is received. Liability form must be signed & returned prior to each ride. All rental horses must be booked through ERF. There is a 250 lb. limit for rental horse riders. Privately owned horses, mules or donkeys are welcome. Rider must be at least 8 yrs. old. An adult must always accompany riders under 18 yrs. old. Helmets are required for riders 8-12 yrs. old. Helmets are available for all ages upon request.

We’re riding rain or shine! Please dress accordingly. All proceeds benefit the Empire Ranch Foundation. There are NO REFUNDS.

Below are the Release of Liability and Rules of Etiquette forms for the 2026 ride. 

2026 Trail Ride Release of Liability Agreement

2026 Trail Ride Rules and Etiquette

Questions?  Call (888) 364-2829, or  email admin@empireranchfoundation.org.

2025 Spring Trail Ride Photos

Photos courtesy of  Faith Boice McCabe and Lynda Shaw

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