Ranch Trail

This class, modeled on the Versatility Ranch Horse ranch trail class, tests the ability of an American Quarter Horse to negotiate obstacles that might commonly be found on ranches. Maneuvers include riding over obstacles, opening and closing hinged gates, riding across bridges, backing, sidepasses and dragging objects.  Horses cannot cross-enter regular AQHA trail classes if they are entered in ranch trail at the same show regardless of division.

November 10, 2024 | , Ranch Trail
TCR Wild Cat and Lavert Avent win the inaugural event for Tee Cross Ranches.
June 26, 2024 | News and Publications , Ranch Trail
Three American Quarter Horses were recognized as the Top AQHA Ranching Heritage-Bred Horses during the 2024 AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships and its concurrent events.
February 14, 2022 | News and Publications , Ranch Trail
The educational judging video series, debuting with ranch trail, is available on demand for exhibitors, trainers and competitive judges alike.
September 21, 2021 | News and Publications , Working hunter under saddle
Learn more about two new AQHA classes: ranch trail and working hunter under saddle. 
July 16, 2021 | News and Publications , Ranch Trail
King Ranch’s breeding program produces its first bred and owned AQHA world champion, Coronel Del Rancho.