Ricochet Ridge Ranch

07/10/2023

Summer season is here and we need you! We're hiring to help care for our horses and take visitors out on trail rides! Please call or email if you would like to work with happy horses and even happier customers. 707-964-7669
[email protected]

06/28/2023

Meet Willow, our newest family member, who was named by one of our younger guests after Ricochet became her forever home. We’re slowly getting Willow adjusted to trail life and adding some extra pounds with nutritious hay. Please say hello to Willow when you ride with us. This beautiful chestnut mare really has come a long way and we can't wait for you to meet her.

06/20/2023

Did you know that some of our trail horses are rescue horses? We are always on the lookout for rescues aged 12-20 who can become good trail horses with enough love, attention, and good nutrition.

Samba and Charlie Walter are examples of barn babies who came to us as rescues. These sweeties inspire us to keep up our rescue efforts. Our goal is to help them live out their lives in dignity while enriching the lives of the people they encounter.

06/15/2023

June is horse month in Mendocino County! 🐴 🐴 🐴 In celebration, Ricochet Ridge Ranch welcomes guests from the Inn at Newport Ranch to enjoy a one- or two-hour trail ride along nearby shorelines and pastures. Enjoy a 10% discount when you book through the Inn during the month of June. Escape from the bustle of modern life and experience the natural beauty of Mendocino County by seeing it between a horse’s ears.

(We hope to partner with other hotels in our community in the future too. DM us if you're interested in exploring a partnership.)

06/13/2023

Celebrate dad on with a relaxing day on horseback where he’ll bask in Mendocino’s sweeping oceanscapes and towering Redwoods.

Ricochet Ridge Ranch offers daily trail rides, weeklong riding vacations, and weekend riding holidays on the beaches, ranches, & forests of the Mendocino Coast.

05/31/2023

Meet Reggie! This 10-year-old, Hackney/Morgan cross is the newest member of our family. Just like a spunky, teenage boy, he’s a little bit of a handful, but with patience and love, we will get him trail-ready this year. Make sure to visit us later this summer to see how Reggie is progressing. We are eternally grateful to Kathleen Pead at Hillside Training Stables for sharing this special boy with us.

05/14/2022

Ricochet Ridge Ranch is hiring for all positions!
Send resumes or inquiries to [email protected]
Or call
612-812-2102

04/30/2022

Ricochet Ridge Ranch is hiring for all positions, including Trail Guides, Barn Staff and Management. Call or email if you would like to work with happy horses and happier customers.
707-964-7669
[email protected]

03/13/2022

Ricochet Ridge Ranch is hiring! We are looking to add some additional part time staff for the spring and summer. Trail guides and stall cleaner. Horse experience required for daily rides. Please send a resume and any questions to [email protected]

08/13/2021

Ricochet Ridge Ranch is hiring more trail guides. Horse experience required. Position to start immediately. Please email [email protected] for more information and to send your resume.

02/26/2021

Craving some time in the saddle? You’re in luck! We still have a few spaces open for the weekend. Head to our website or give us a call to book!

02/22/2021

We had a great weekend full of rides with some happy horses and riders. We are open 7 days a week, give us a call to go on a ride!

02/13/2021

A little pre-ride fuel 🌤🌾✨

02/05/2021

Meet on of our guides, Alder! Her favorite thing about working at Ricochet is teaching people about horse psychology and being able to work with all of her friends. She has a ton of houseplants (so many!) and we are so lucky to have her be a part of our team. If you have any fun stories about riding with Alder, let us know in the comments!

01/26/2021

Our horses are all snuggled in and ready for the much needed rain. Stay safe out there, folks!

01/22/2021

Trotting through paradise 💚🤩

01/16/2021

Jazz is truly one of the sweetest mares we have. With personality for days, we’re lucky to have her be one of our horses that anyone can have fun with- from first time riders to life long equestrians! (PS- she loves a good carrot!)

01/14/2021

Those early morning rides are breathtaking 🤩 Come see for yourself!

05/18/2020

We are very pleased to announce that Ricochet Ridge Ranch will begin to offer trail rides again on May 15, 2020. In order to comply with the Stage 2 Order of the Mendocino County Health Officer, we have made some temporary changes and have adopted health protocols. Please visit our website for information before making a reservation to ride. We hope to see you soon!
www.horse-vacation.com

03/29/2020

Some very happy horses 😁🥰

03/20/2020

Ricochet Ridge Ranch has temporarily shut down its operation in compliance with a “shelter in place” order issued by Mendocino County. If you have a reservation to ride with us between March 18 and April 7, please see our website www.horse-vacation.com for further information. We will post updates as we have them. We wish you and yours the best in this difficult time.

03/11/2020

Last year we rescued this sweet boy and he’ll be ready to hit the trails this summer! Stay tuned to hear more about Walter 🥰

03/07/2020

The best way to spend the weekend 😍❤️ We still have a few openings left this weekend, give us a call!

02/18/2020

Even the airlines couldn’t get enough of these views yesterday 😉 Come schedule a ride so you can see for yourself!

02/06/2020

How else do you expect Nitecap to get that gorgeous sun kissed coat and highlighted mane? 🌻🌞

01/14/2020

Poncho wants to know if you’ve penciled in a beach ride with him yet?!

12/27/2019

There’s no better way to experience the beauty of MacKerricher State Park than on horseback 💛✨

11/05/2019

We all enjoyed a lovely canter on 10 Mile Beach during a recent Redwood Coast Riding Vacation!

10/24/2019

Where will the road take you today?

10/21/2019

These horses sure are cheesin’ after hearing it’s going to be nonstop sun on the coast for a while 🤩☀️ Come get a ride in while it lasts!