Rancho Rio Arena — Local services in Wickenburg

Facility was nice and my friend and I were able to view a team roping event with no admission charge.

Unfortunately we had to witness a man whip his horse in the face several times with a coiled roping rope causing the horse to jump backwards landing on its withers and saddle each time. It's true I had just witnessed the horse do the same thing with a rider on its back, but that's no excuse in my eyes to intentionally make a horse or any animal injure itself.

Many people standing and on horseback just watching this all go down and no one said anything. We had to leave as it didn't appear this * was going to stop making the horse do this over and over untill withers were broken or some other such tragedy. I guess everyone "parents differently," but we won't be back after witnessing that.

PLEASE NOTE: The behaviour referenced above was not done or witnessed (that I am aware of) by employees of this facility, but by the guy the...

Very professionally ran, clean bathrooms 🚻 👌 they cater to your needs and assist with any questions or concerns. Great food!!! Coffee ☕️ truck is top-notch. El Ranchero Breakfast Burritos 🌯 are a must have..multiple shops available for patrons to enjoy. Mac Truck is a great addition to the already amazing food on-site. Mama T's food truck has all the snacks your looking for, plus...

Attended the Cinch NTR National Finals on a Friday and Saturday. Weather was less than favorable on Friday, but that did not slow anyone down. Facilities were good. Arenas were well maintained. Vendors were courteous. Food was very good. Overall this was an excellent experience for our first team...