The ranch does a wonderful job of blending activities with meals, offering breakfast and sunset rides in which guests can horseback ride to their meal. The ranch also features a Cowboy Cookout a couple times a week at their Cottonwood Grove. Guests can enjoy an outdoor, buffet-style barbecue with live music, plenty of space, and gold medal food. Menu items include seasoned-to-perfection steak, burgers, beans, potatoes, corn on the cob, salad, and of course, dessert.

As if the entertainment and family friendly fun isn’t enough, Tanque Verde features a variety of activities like fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding lessons, and more. The basic lesson for new horseback riders is perfect for anyone looking to start out on a horse, or for those who need a quick refresher course. Lope checks are also available for the more experienced riders.

The Tanque Verde experience is truly unique, encouraging family time and outdoor recreation at every turn. The beautiful scenery, pool area, and delicious meals are enough to rope in mom and dad. Kids, however, will enjoy the outdoor activity, plenty of open space, and children’s programs at the ranch’s own Nature Center. With an indoor and outdoor pool area, a full service spa, a saloon, and acres of land including the private and beautiful Lake Cochran, there is something for everyone at Tanque Verde Ranch. Families in need of a bonding experience or couples looking for a refreshing outdoor weekend cannot go wrong with Tanque Verde Ranch.