You cannot think about Arizona without conjuring images of a cowboy. It is deeply embedded in this state's culture. History tells us of the legendary gunfight where the Earps fought the Clantons. Arizona even has a Cowboy College which is a place where they teach you how to become an actual cowboy. This connection can be found in almost all things Arizona. That is why I am sure that if you ever come to visit this state, you would be looking for Phoenix horseback riding tours.

Phoenix horseback riding tours are a great addition to your vacation because of the beauty that Arizona has. You can see the Tonto National Forest, the Sonoran Desert, and the Superstition Mountains. Going on a Phoenix horseback riding tour gives you the perfect chance to take pictures of these magnificent views.

There are plenty of tour companies in Phoenix and they all want to give you the best vacation. They customize the packages to fit your needs and skill level. This means that you do not need to be a great rider to enjoy a Phoenix horseback riding tour. Most of the tour companies in Arizona are around two hours away from Phoenix but the companies listed below are quite closer. They are also some of the best that Phoenix has to offer. Check them out if you want to have a complete Old West experience.

BumbleBee Ranch Adventures is the first company in our list of Phoenix horseback riding tours. BumbleBee Ranch bought the town in the middle of Phoenix and Flagstaff and turned it into a vacation spot where tourists can enjoy nature hikes, cattle drives, helicopter tours, trail rides, and target shooting. Your Phoenix horseback riding tour involves going on trails that go through the Bumble Bee Creek up to the Bradshaw Mountains all the way to the Upper Sonora Desert. There are great accommodations here and the tourist guides really know what they are doing. There are even activities for the children and that is why Bumble Bee Ranch is perfect if you want to bring the whole family along on your Phoenix horseback riding tour.

The next Phoenix horseback riding tour company on our list is the OK Corral. This can be found in the Payson/Apache Junction area which is located about one hour away from Phoenix. The rides are for 1-2 hours and cost $30 and $50 respectively per person. You can also choose to go on a half-day or a whole day Phoenix horseback riding tour. There are longer pack rides which take about 2-3 days but you would need to make reservations in advance.

Phoenix horseback riding tours will surely transport you back to the days of Western movies as you go through the hot Sonoran Desert and the Superstition Mountains.