China Cabinet Ranch
Horse Motel & Horse Camping in Tucson, Arizona
Flexible temporary horse boarding and camping near Saguaro National Park with ranch pens, a 60-foot round pen, and room for guest-provided panels, portable electric fencing, or HiTies.
Flexible Stays For Traveling Horses
Whether you are passing through Tucson or resting between trail rides, China Cabinet Ranch provides a quiet, secure haven for traveling horses. Our owner-operated facility is backed by more than 40 years of equine experience, including Western riding instruction, stable management, and certification in equine, canine, and outdoor first aid. Water barrels are available on-site, and flexible boarding arrangements can accommodate a variety of hauling setups. Reservations are required, though last-minute availability is often possible. Please contact the ranch the morning of your arrival with an ETA.
60 FT
Round Pen
24 × 24
Partially Covered Pen
12 × 24
Uncovered Pen
Horse Camping & Layovers
Camp in Your Rig Near Your Horse
Horse travelers can camp with their rigs, board their horses overnight, or add a private guest room when available. The ranch is about 20 minutes from town in a quiet desert setting near Saguaro National Park.
Temporary Horse Boarding
Choose one of the ranch’s two pens or, when available, the 60-foot round pen. Guests may also set up their own panels, portable electric fencing, or use HiTies.
Horse Camping
Camp with your rig for $30 per night, plus $15 per horse, per night. Water barrels are provided; guests supply feed and handle feeding and mucking.
Private Guest Room
The private bedroom accommodates up to two guests with a queen-size bed, a private bathroom, and access to the kitchen and laundry for $70 per night.
What Others Say About China Cabinet Ranch
I have had several lessons with Laura. She is an exceptional teacher! I’ve been riding for years, but Laura is constantly teaching me new information. She’s kind, incredibly knowledgeable and fun! I would highly recommend her for beginner, intermediate and advanced riders.
WOW! This stay was amazing! We found Laura & the China Cabinet Ranch through Harvest Host but were thrilled to find so much more than a quick camp stop. We loved the location, feeling like we were part of the desert. Our host, Laura was welcoming and a wealth of information and insight on the area.
The site was very close to Saguaro NP, but also to anything we might need (groceries etc.)
Laura took us on a tour to view the petroglyphs at Painted Walls and learn about the local flora & fauna. Amazing!
Highly recommend!
Tip: REALLY follow her directions to only follow only Google directions to site! Don't ask us how we know....
I had a great time with Laura as my guide yesterday at the China Cabinet Ranch. I took the Equine Experience and enjoyed a 1.5 hours of instruction and then a 1.5 hour trail ride on the sweetest girl named Mosaic. Not only did Laura know the horses and the trails, she stopped for photos at great spots and we visited the whole time. It was relaxing and fun! The horses "knew" the trails, too, and were easy to ride. If you're looking for a great ride with gentle horses and a knowledgable guide, I highly recommend this trail ride. I will defnitely be back for more! Thank you so much, Laura.
I booked a 3-hour Equine Experience with Laura, and it was a fantastic day. I have no real horse experience, so we started with learning to put on the harness and leading the horse in the pen. Then we groomed, saddled up, and practiced maneuvering in the pen until I was comfortable in the saddle. Laura takes great care of and is very respectful of her animals, which I'm sure it's why they're so gentle and responsive. The trail was gorgeous, and Laura knows the terrain, plants, and animals. I would definitely ride with her again.
Horse Motel & Camping Reservations
Check Availability for Your Stay
Share your dates, rig size, number of horses, and the type of stay you need. Calls are preferred, and email works too. A 50% deposit is required one week before arrival.