At Double E Ranch you'll find a real piece of history hidden in southwestern New Mexico, less than 5 hours  from majorairports in Phoenix, Tucson, Albuquerque, or El Paso.   Click to enlarge the Map to see where Double E Guest Ranch is located -->   -->   --> -->   -->   --> 

If you plan to drive from Albuquerque:  We are approximately 250 miles (5.5 hours) from Albuquerque.  From the airport, get onto I-25, heading south.  At Socorro, exit onto Highway 60 South, driving through Socorro. Make sure your gas tank is topped off before leaving Socorro.  The distances are great...the gas stations are few.  Watch for the sign indicating Highway 60 makes a right turn.  Continue through Magdalena, to Datil. Watch your speed limits!  The road is very straight and some are tempted to push the pedal down a bit.  Be advised NM State Highway Patrol will be happy to "welcome" you.  At Datil, turn left onto Highway 12 and continue to Reserve.  In Reserve, Highway 12 makes a right turn.  Follow Highway 12 about 7 more miles to Highway 180, turn left onto Highway 180 and drive south till you get to Cliff.  At Cliff, turn left onto Highway 211.  Drive past the school, bear to the right at the "Y", continuing across the Gila River.  Once in Gila, bear to the left at the next "Y" onto Highway 153, go 1 short block to Hooker Loop.  There will be a small trailer park on your right.  Turn right onto Hooker Loop 3 miles.  Watch for the Ranch sign.  Bear to the right onto Double E Ranch Road at the Ranch sign. You will dead-end at Headquarters.

Flying into Phoenix:  Beginning December 1, 2012 Great Lakes Airlines is offering flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport into Silver City. Connection times are very convenient. The connecting flight from Phoenix departs Sky Harbor Airport at 4:30 pm, arriving in Silver City at 5:35 pm. Silver City to Phoenix departure is 5:45 pm, arriving Phoenix at 6:50 pm. Please be sure to let us know if you want us to pick you up in Silver City.

We are an easy 5 hour drive from the airport in Phoenix.  Once you have your rental car, leave the airport to Highway 60 East, toward Globe.  At Globe, take Highway 70 through the San Carlos Apache Reservation, and  into Safford. (Last opportunity to buy gasoline for 100 miles.) Drive east out of  Safford, on Highway 70 about 10 miles, and turnleft onto  Highway 191, which will take you toward Morenci/Clifton.  At the 3-way stop, continue driving east without turning.  Highway 191 becomes Highway 78 as you l begin to climb into the mountains.  Be careful!  Sharp curves, drive slowly!  Dropping down out of the mountains, through Mule Creek, you will intersect with Highway 180.  Right turn onto 180 South about 30 miles, through Buck Horn, to Cliff.  In Cliff, turn left onto Highway 211 all the way into Gila.  At the fork in Gila, bear to the left on Highway 153 one block, turning right onto Hooker Loop, 3.1 miles.  At Double E Ranch Road, bear  right at the Double E Ranch Sign.  You will  dead-end  at Headquarters.  Alternate Route to avoid Hwy 78:  From Safford, take Highway 70 to Highway 90 (just north of Lordsburg), turn left onto Highway 90 towards Silver City.  In Silver City, go left onto Highway 180, follow 180 for 25 miles (mile marker 89) to Highway 211, go right onto 211 4 miles to Gila.  In Gila, at the curve, go straight ahead onto County Road #153, and follow directions above.

Alcoholic Beverage Policy:  Double E Ranch is not licensed to serve alcoholic beverages; however, you are invited to bring your own spirits and alcohol and serve yourself.  Liquor/Beer can be purchased from "Last Chance Liquor", located 20 miles from Headquarters, in Buckhorn, NM.  Drinking or smoking while on or around horses will not be allowed! 

Cancellation and Refund Policy:  We understand that  it's possible to have an unexpected scheduling conflict, family or personal emergency.  We are always happy to reschedule your visit, with NO PENALTY to you. To protect yourself, please consider trip cancellation insurance. Other guests have used Travel Guard Insurance. Please review our Cancellation Policy.

Other Information:

LIABILITY POLICY — Double E Ranch, LLC works diligently to ensure your safety and well-being during your visit.  We cannot assume any responsibility for accidents whether caused by you, the horse, equipment, weather, guide or other persons while at the Double E Ranch. You ride and travel at your own risk. We expect Guests to provide their own medical insurance in case of injury.  Equine activities involve inherent risks. You will be asked to sign a waiver of liability form upon your arrival. Please read it carefully!  We encourage protective head gear which is provided by the ranch for your use.  Some Ranch activities are not suitable for every rider.  You are agreeing in advance that Double E Ranch, LLC or any of its agents, guides or other guests shall not and will not be held liable or responsible for death, personal injury, loss or damage of any nature to you or minors in your care, including personal property. New Mexico state law provides that no person, corporation or partnership is liable for personal injuries to or for the death of a rider (or other participant) that may occur as a result of the behavior of equine animals while engaged in any equine activity and that the rider (or other participant) agrees to engage in the equine activity at his/her own risk. Double E Ranch, LLC insists that you carry your own health, accident or liability insurance and you agree in writing to assume responsibility for any injuries you may incur while participating in any ranch or riding activity.

LIABILITY RELEASE - please download a copy of our Liability Release for your review. Filling it out and mailing to us in advance is appreciated.

Equine Liability Act SJC/Senate Bill 268.AA1993

All activities involving HORSES, DONKEYS, MULES OR PONIES have inherent risks for participants.

New Mexico State Law protects operators and others from liable for injuries which are the result of an equine animal's behavior.

Use these facilities AND/OR ride at  YOUR OWN RISK