The Gila Wilderness . . . majestic beauty, deep cool canyons, grand mountain top vistas helps describe the magic of the Gila. America’s first wilderness area designated in 1924, the Gila became a model for wilderness areas around the world. The Gila Wilderness became the world's first wilderness pack trip destination. And what a wilderness experience the Gila has to offer.

Deep, Awe-Inspiring Canyons . . .
the Middle Fork, with its cool running water thru twisting canyon walls, presents a new scene at every turn. Stops include unique canyon geology and spectacular hoodoos. Plenty of stops to soak and cool off.

Mountain Top Riding . . . climbing out of the canyon, we enjoy and majestic views all around. Rolling top country gives a chance to see elk, deer or bear.
We make a visit to a late 1800’s homestead cabin, with a running spring.

Ancient Indian Cliff Dwellings
. . . a unique and fascinating visit to a well preserved Cliff Dwelling. A day in the wilderness you will remember forever.

Apache & Settler History
. . . the birthplace of Geronimo, it’s interesting to consider riding the same trails and covering the same country Apaches used.

Tough and brave homesteaders lived in the Gila, late 1800s by trapping, raising sheep and hunting.

Abundant Wildlife . . . some evenings elk and deer graze right alongside our horses. Great chances to see elk, mule deer, white tail deer, bear and bobcats. Eagles, hawks and many species of birds are an everyday sight.

Fish the Native Gila trout, Browns and Rainbows. Plus abundant moisture creates a remarkable collection of rare Fauna and Flora.

Camp . . . deluxe camp is cozy and comfortable. Wall tents with cots. Meals are plentiful and tasty — diet restrictions no problem.

PRICE PER DAY $185.00, PLUS 8.5% TAX    

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Trips begin on Sunday. Riding guests need to arrive by Saturday. Guests can stay at our ranch or stay in a Glenwood motel, 11 miles south of U-Trail on Hwy. 180.
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We begin early Sunday morning, please arrive at U-Trail around 8:00 am. If our trips are in the Blue, we have breakfast in Alma, or for trips in the Gila we stop for breakfast in Reserve on the way to the trailhead.

Return: the last day of the ride, we arrive back at our ranch between 5-6 pm. Guests with their own vehicles can drive back to ABQ, leaving the trailhead. Guests without their own vehicles, we suggest they spend the return evening in Glenwood, before moving on to your next destination.

We can provide transport from Glenwood to the trailhead. Guests with their vehiches are welcome to drive to the trailhead.

Can pick guests up from Silver City the day before the trips and return the to Silver the day after. Ex: pick up on Sat., return on Friday.