Welcome to Surprise Valley Guest Ranch!
Surprise Valley Guest Ranch is nestled in a tranquil private canyon in northern New Mexico, surrounded by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and over two million acres of national wilderness.
We offer unparalleled practical equine and emergency training in a friendly, professional atmosphere. Choose to learn new skills alongside us on our working horse and cattle ranch, spend your day fishing for native cutthroat trout in the headwaters of the Sapello River, or just kick back and soak up the charms of our old west saloon and your fully equipped private cabin.
Unique Features:
- Home to the U.S. Mounted Response Unit Training Center
- Nationally recognized master horse trainer on site
- Horse training, lessons and clinics
- Fly fishing, shooting sports, hiking, wildlife photography
- Abundant wildlife: bear, deer, elk, antelope, mountain lion
- Pet-friendly: Bring your horses and your dogs!
- Available for private use: ideal for weddings and retreats
- Convenient mountain golfing
- Four major ski areas within two hours or less
U.S. Mounted Unit Training Center
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Surprise Valley Ranch is home to the nation's most complete and intensive mounted response unit training center.
Mounted Response Unit Training Center
First Responder & Security Training
Public Horse Training Programs 