Zion's Ponderosa Ranch Resort was opened in 1995 with a few cabins and activities. Some of the activities include horseback riding, wagon rides, a climbing wall, rappelling, Zip line, ATVs, go-carts, archery, target shooting, paintball, mountain biking, basketball and sand volleyball. If you're more into table sports, the barn has a pool table, foosball, darts and table tennis. By the time you're worn out, there is a meal or snack waiting for you, and since Zion's Ponderosa Ranch is an all-inclusive resort you can leave your wallet back in the cabin there is no additional charge for meals, use of facilities or activities. Horseback riding is a popular activity at the ranch.
Gentle horses are available for riders of all skill levels.
As I checked in, my daughter ran off in the direction of the horse stables, with my wife following. There were still a few minutes before the 4 p.m. ride, so after we got the keys we unpacked the Cherokee and set up quarters in our cabin. After getting everyone settled, we wandered down to the stables. There were still people using the Zip line, so we stopped long enough to watch a few of the guests fly through the air. Their screams betrayed the fact that they really were having fun and if there was any lingering doubt, the looks on their faces put it to rest.