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DOUBLE SPRINGS, AL

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Madison County Riding club loves this place to camp and trail ride. The owners will bend over to help you any way they can so you have a great stay. They have trails for all levels of riders.
Reviewed by: Madison County Riding Club on 1/3/2014 4:59:23 PM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 1/1/2014 Hometown: ,

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Loved the trails and campground was nice. Bathrooms were clean... Words on signs marking trails were hard to read, but we had no problem getting where we wanted to be. Ribbons marked most trails very well. Very reasonable rates which is awesome this day and time!
Reviewed by: grozell on 3/20/2013 8:30:44 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 3/15/2013 Hometown: Taft, TN

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Yes, we've been to Whity twice and it was terrible. Worst marked trails in the state as far as I'm concerned. Evedently you don't mind not knowing where you are on the trails. KC is far, a far better place. Trails were very pretty, folks were very nice, food was good. You should try this place again and you will toss rocks at whity's......
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 12/8/2012 9:08:57 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 6/20/2012 Hometown: , AL

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The best in the STATE !!
Reviewed by: bud on 11/22/2012 12:03:44 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 11/22/2012 Hometown: hope hull, AL

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Evidently you have not been to Whittamores in a while ,they have several new trails with bluffs and waterfalls.Really beautiful.We were also greeted with good host that treated u well,, came to our camp site and several times to make sure our stay was good. Last time we went to KC's the trails were grown up which included briars ans limbs in your face, ruts in the trails, definately not maintained like they were a few years ago. Used to love going there but not any more.
Reviewed by: Chris on 10/31/2012 8:11:49 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 9/1/2012 Hometown: Birmingham, AL

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This place makes Whittemores look bad and they don't need any help with that lol. Had a wonderful time and the trails were fantastic. We will be going back.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 10/7/2012 5:03:56 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 6/6/2012 Hometown: , AL

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Nice place and super nice folks. Will go again.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 6/6/2012 9:03:37 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 5/28/2012 Hometown: , Select State

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Had such a wonderful time at this place. Ken & Carol and their family were super nice. The trails were great, bath house nice and the food was wonderful. Could have used a little shade at our camp but had a great time. Barns for the horses were nice as well. I'm sure I will go back again.
Reviewed by: Terry on 5/28/2012 3:02:38 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 5/26/2012 Hometown: Oxford, AL

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Stalls need alot of work,some of the trails were really rough not well maintained.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 4/7/2012 2:49:19 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 3/31/2012 Hometown: , AL

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Easy trails. People are super that run it. Great camp grounds, water and electric hookups. Bath house is awesome and super warm in winter. Food is good too.
Reviewed by: Michelle on 3/22/2012 11:44:22 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 11/10/2011 Hometown: Rainbow City, AL

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I LOVE this place, my husband and i have camped here twice this year, first in july, it was hot as blue blazes but after we got down on the trails it was nice. Our most recent trip in October was fabulous. I think they have some of the most beautiful trails that I have ridden. If you have only ridden on flat pasture land, you might be in for a suprise but if you are used to most central/north alabama trails, you will be right at home. The camp was clean, Ken was great, came out and turned on the BAMA game for all of us in the mess hall! ROLL TIDE! met some really nice people, wish we could have stayed longer.... but we'll be back
Reviewed by: Shelly on 11/17/2011 12:02:05 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/14/2011 Hometown: Hayden, AL

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Just returned from another great trip at KC Ranch. Trails are challenging in places and easy in others...plenty of water crossings. I absolutely love the bluffs! Food was once again, fantastic. Ken, Carol, their daughter, and their grandchildren do a great job hosting when a meal package is offered. Looking forward to my next visit!
Reviewed by: Rhonda on 10/12/2011 9:54:51 AM
More reviews by Rhonda 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/7/2011 Hometown: Mt. Zion, GA

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Absolutely amazing! This is one of my favorite places to ride. Beautiful scenery with challenging and well marked trails. I definitely recommend KC's to any serious rider.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 9/7/2011 8:21:55 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 10/20/2009 Hometown: , AL

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We went with 6 other families camping and trail riding at KC and it was some of the most gorgious riding I have ever done. It was quite warm outside but once we hit the trails it was so nice and cool down by the water. We made some great memories and the staff there are top notch! I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for beautiful scenary & a relaxing camping experience! We will be going back next year! :)
Reviewed by: Lindsay on 7/17/2011 1:20:52 PM
More reviews by Lindsay 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/20/2011 Hometown: Lucedale, MS

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Recent visit to KC riding was good all but a tree down across the orange trail unable to go around and had to back track. This was not good since we were almost back to the camp.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 7/8/2011 2:34:51 AM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 6/28/2011 Hometown: , Select State

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Another great weekend at KC. Been a while since we visited and remembered why we come here. Great, great riding. Lots of water for the hot weekend, and shady trails. We have missed you Ken, and it won't be so long next time. Thank you so much for everything.
Reviewed by: Jamie on 5/24/2011 1:46:53 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/20/2011 Hometown: Clanton, AL

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Plenty of beautiful trails to ride. The campground was clean as was the bath house. The food was a good value for the price. It's nice to go and not to have to worry about cooking every once in a while. We enjoyed our visit and will be back again.
Reviewed by: Dee Chappelle on 2/5/2011 9:32:44 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 11/27/2010 Hometown: Oneonta, AL

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Friendliest folks you will ever meet. Bargain rates
Reviewed by: Doug Hall on 9/21/2010 9:58:12 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 9/4/2010 Hometown: Wetumpka, AL

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Our family did a day ride and the trails are just beautiful!! I like having plenty of water crossing.... Can't wait to go again..
Reviewed by: Dee on 9/8/2010 9:08:08 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 7/28/2010 Hometown: Hartselle, AL

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This is our third time back and it is still as beautiful as ever. This time we went during one of the food weekends. Ken and Carol are very gracious hosts. The food is wonderful and the price can't be beat. The trails are great with a little of everything, flat, hills and streams. The campground and bathroom/showers are very clean. The stalls are plenty big enough even for my big 1200KB 16H Paint and shavings are included. The sites have water, electric and sewer. We met some really nice people that live about 20 minutes away and were staying the weekend. They were nice enough to let us tag along on a ride because we hadn't been able to find the blue trails. They showed us some great trails and we had lunch - which Carol packed for us - at the most beautiful spot. We had a great time. Thank you Ken and Carol - we hope to see you in October/November!
Reviewed by: Patti Hynds on 4/20/2010 1:14:30 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 4/17/2010 Hometown: Summerfield(Ocala), FL

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We love KC Ranch! Great Trails, fantastic people, and wonderful food!
Reviewed by: Amy on 3/16/2010 6:27:50 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 11/24/2009 Hometown: Russellville, AL

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We love KC Ranch, we've been to alot of different trail riding camps in MS & TN and KC Ranch in Double Springs, AL has it ALL! Great new challenge trail, that is a challenge and great fun to ride. Ken & Carol are great people & great cooks. We have a yearly membership and will keep that up. Our favorite place to ride and only 1 hour away from home. We have met new friends & ran into some old trail riding friends. Loads of FUN!
Reviewed by: Paul & Christie on 11/1/2009 7:38:48 PM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 10/2/2009 Hometown: Hanceville, AL

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had a blast really great trails and streams. saw deer on the trail, three times in one trip out. will go back. camp spots are great also
Reviewed by: bob on 10/18/2009 5:53:14 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/15/2009 Hometown: new market, AL

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Just got back from my visit at the KC Ranch. As usual the experience was refreshing & leaves captured memories in my mind forever to look back on in future days. Even for people without a horse the trails are so breath taking you dont want to leave. In the past I have visited with major decisions or problems & after my stay at the ranch left with a clear mind to make better choices. The Ranch has such a friendly atmosphere from the owners to the people that go there. I love how the camp sites have plenty of room between them, the shower & eating area could not be any cleaner and the stalls are top of the line. There is so much to see that one could never be bored.The trails give horses an experience too from streams, to hills, to banks and open praries. Thanks KC for just what I needed......a little piece of heaven not too far from home.
Reviewed by: gulf-girls on 10/4/2009 7:52:40 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/4/2009 Hometown: Killen, AL

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the camp is nice as any, the trails are great, but ken is a cheap jerk. we got there late on friday around 7:30pm. carol cam by shortly after we got there.we paid our money then i thought about we payed full price for a few hours of camping. i asked ken about it the next day, and all he could say or do is say iam sorry. ive camped a lot of places but i will never camp there again. kc ranch needs some help someone needs to be there full time. also i forgot to mention the yellow jackets we found on the orange trail, and the horents another family got into. they need help....
Reviewed by: geoff on 9/14/2009 5:48:26 PM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 1/1/2004 Hometown: arley, AL

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We have been riding at KC's for a couple of years now and we LOVE IT. Ken and Carol are great people. The trails are the best losts of water for the horses year round.We try and make it at least once a moth now.
Reviewed by: Sarah on 9/2/2009 1:02:47 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 7/7/2009 Hometown: Elora, TN

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After having driven up from Florida and excited about the opportunity to ride and camp at a 5 star horse canp, we were very disappointed. There was no managment on the premises when we arrived and the condition of the stalls were awful. The flooding was an act of God, but the uncleaned filthy stalls was an act of the inconsiderate people who camped there and the complete disregard of the camp owners. We were told that bedding was provided and all that was available was wet sawdust. I am greatful to Ken for getting us a few bags of shavings to soak up the wet stalls so our horses didn't have to stand in muck. On a positive note the bath house was clean and the site was nice and all our hookups worked, fortunately we were the only campers there and were able to get the one and only picnic table they had. The folks who own this place try hard, but they just miss the mark.
Reviewed by: Catherine on 6/21/2009 7:50:07 PM
More reviews by Catherine 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/17/2009 Hometown: , FL

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The trails at KC are incredible. Great riding, great location. We'll be back.
Reviewed by: Barry C. on 6/9/2009 7:56:41 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 6/5/2009 Hometown: Chelsea, AL

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Nice place to ride. I also have horses available for rent for the weekends and other dates for persons that want to ride these trails that can not bring their horse with them. My horses are calm, gentle,well mannered and bomb proof. I have very reasonable rates. Please email me at eawebb@ardmore.net
Reviewed by: Earl on 6/9/2009 7:03:40 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 6/1/2009 Hometown: Minor Hill, TN

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We & our horses loved KC Ranch. Ken & Carol are good people, the campground met our needs, the horses were comfortable (and visible from our campsite) in their stalls, but most importantly - the TRAILS WERE THE BEST: sandstone & sand surface, creek crossings and creek walking, awesome deep caverns/overhangs, impressive rock formations, bluffs and flourishing forest. We will DEFINITELY return to KC Ranch because it's the best trails we've experienced yet. KC RANCH rates #1 on our list. Thank you Ken & Carol for hosting such a friendly and beautiful getaway. We enjoyed every minute.
Reviewed by: Garrett's on 6/8/2009 8:04:08 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/5/2009 Hometown: Lynchburg, TN

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We have been going to this camp for years and have never been disappointed. The owners are the best people and they will do anything to make your stay a great one. Just so everyone is aware, the rumor that they lost some of their land is not true. They have just as many trails as ever and they are the most beautiful trails you can ride in Alabama.
Reviewed by: Randy Joe on 6/8/2009 7:12:54 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/6/2009 Hometown: Arab, AL

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Extra nice and clean bathhouse. Excellent map and trail markings. Diverse trails. Very nice and helpful owners. Warrants another visit.
Reviewed by: trailrider on 6/8/2009 4:34:01 AM
More reviews by trailrider 		Experience: Expert Ride Date: 6/6/2009 Hometown: west, TN

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I was appalled when I read "Unhappy Camper"'s remarks because of the untruths it told. After reading this review and knowing the campground and trails as well as I do (having ridden on them for years now), this lady had to have been paid by another horse camp owner to write such a review. It was full of untruths. You can not ride all the trails in one day. That is a total untruth. There are trails for beginners and those of us that have been riding for years. I bring my riding students here to expose them to all the different kinds of terrain and obstacles a rider might face. This is a great learning experience for them and at the same time they are getting to enjoy the beautiful creation God has made. And this place is full of them. Beautiful streams, fern groves, caves, rock bluffs, etc. As far as prices are concerned, KC is one of the less expensive places I have camped. And I have trail ridden in Missouri, Virginia, Illinois, North Carolina, Tennesee, Mississsippi, Georgia, Kentucky just to name a few. So please, if you have not ridden and camped at KC Ranch, please try the place out for yourself and make your own evaluation. Don't let another camper keep you from seeing and riding the beautiful sites this Horse Camp has to offer you.
Reviewed by: Becky Luckey on 6/3/2009 12:28:17 PM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 5/28/2009 Hometown: Corner, AL

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We visited on an organized charity ride. The place was clean and the food was great. The trails were a little limited. Great for the weekend but not enough trails to last anytime over two or three days.
Reviewed by: LaClaire on 4/17/2009 8:37:00 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 5/16/2008 Hometown: Hayden, AL

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We discovered KC Ranch in 2004 while fleeing our Gulf Coast home from oncoming Hurricane Ivan. We were immediately hooked! We do most of our trail riding at the popular Coldwater Equestrian State Park in Munson, FL. As is the case with most of Florida, Coldwater doesn't provide much in the way of hills and environmental regulations preclude riding in the rivers although there is still one area where you are permitted to take a swim with your horse. Although I love Coldwater, it can't hold a candle to the variety of trails and the personal pampering you get at KC Ranch. If you are fortunate enough to come on a cooking weekend you will not get better food for the $ anywhere. Also, besides clean stalls, free shavings, clean restrooms, etc; they even provide sewer hook-ups. Who could ask for anything better than KC Ranch? At KC Ranch even "Mama" is happy.
Reviewed by: Leona Gallawa on 1/21/2009 11:27:11 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 1/15/2009 Hometown: Pensacola, FL

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The trails were great ,land and wildlife were spectacular. We will be going again and again.Richard and Pam were great host!
Reviewed by: Cindy on 1/4/2009 10:28:28 AM
More reviews by Cindy 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 12/21/2008 Hometown: , TN

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Wonderful trails and campsites. Would recommend this camp to everyone. Hosts are friendly and try to please.
Reviewed by: Susan on 12/31/2008 3:13:48 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 11/1/2008 Hometown: , AL

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excellent riding and campground. would reccomend for young and those of experienced years. Friendly staff
Reviewed by: jlo on 12/29/2008 9:18:02 AM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 12/1/2008 Hometown: , AL

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I believe the "UNHAPPY CAMPER" from a previous post was confused or inexperienced. I have ridden here since Ken & Carol opened the camp and have had nothing but good experiences ever visit. Trails may wear or change but where do you go that they don't change? If the price has gone up a few dollars over the years, so be it, what hasn't gone up. For what KC charges it is still a bargain. The KC Ranch has always gone above & beyond to make ever visit a pleasant experience. The food they serve is excellent, the bath houses are clean, the stalls are clean with shavings and the camp sites are excellent. The trails are great and a person can find what ever type riding they desire, from riding in the streams, to sandy trails, to hill climbing. I will continue to visit KC and enjoy the riding & friendship of all who come as I have done in the past. Keep doing what you are doing Ken & Carol - making it great for us that appreciate a wonderful place to camp and ride.
Reviewed by: Jack on 12/24/2008 9:59:08 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 11/24/2008 Hometown: , AL

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Great trails, peaceful place to go. Thank you Ken & Carol for all of your hard work to make our stay pleasant.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 12/23/2008 6:21:26 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 12/8/2008 Hometown: , AL

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Love it.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 12/17/2008 9:29:31 AM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 12/1/2008 Hometown: , Select State

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Unhappy camper from recent review has no idea what they are talking about. I rode Owl Creek trails this past weekend, and yes you can camp for $5.00 but no electric hook ups ,you picket your horse. water is very limited . pit toilet.You drive 8 miles on a gravel road to get there. Difficulty for a large trailer..Not a big variety of different trails. But i guess you get what you pay for . Your $5.00 worth. I have camped many times at KC's and the trails are great. Stalls for horses are good. Food is great! Scenery is spectacular. Plenty of water for your horses year round. I think it is the best in this area. I do agree on one thing you said the website should be updated to reflect the price that it will be when you arrive.
Reviewed by: Gary Cline on 12/15/2008 6:36:41 PM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 12/15/2008 Hometown: Russellville, AL

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KC is really five stars all the way! Ken and Carol are great host. I liked the campground facilities and the trails were simply awesome! This is definitely one of the prettiest places I have been to. I don't understand how anyone could be unhappy visiting and riding at KC, there is so much natural beauty to take in. The creek riding was spectacular! Again, simply awesome trails! I will go again forsure!!!
Reviewed by: Danny on 12/8/2008 10:44:21 AM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 1/1/2004 Hometown: Gurely, AL, Select State

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JUST WANT TO LET EVERYONE KNOW THAT YOU WANT FIND A BETTER PLACE TO GO. TRAILS AND CAMPING GREAT.
Reviewed by: BARRY DANIELS on 12/7/2008 7:04:19 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 11/26/2008 Hometown: CLANTON, AL

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We were at the camp this weekend and although it was cold we enjoyed the trails and camp. Excellent sites that are nice and level and plenty of room to get a 45' trailer in. We will be going back for their New Years ride. The trails are awesome and we did not ride any that were difficult. There may be some there that are more difficult.
Reviewed by: Andrea on 12/7/2008 7:00:26 PM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 1/1/2004 Hometown: Greenville, GA

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My favorite place to go, by far. Ken and Carol are the best and always make our stay great. Stall are awesome - big for our big horse, and are always clean and have new shavings when we get there. Trails are awesome, and marked well for beginners to extreme. Lots of water for horses on the trail, and lots of trails to ride. Great food, great hosts, just absolutely great. (And not just saying that to make someone feel good - Unhappy camper !! You obviously are an unhappy person no matter where you are !!)......Eveyone come here and see for yourself !! Thanks Carol and Ken for always making our stay WONDERFUL !!!!!
Reviewed by: Daniel on 12/2/2008 9:32:45 AM
More reviews by Daniel 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 11/27/2008 Hometown: Clanton, AL

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Best place I have ever been, with the best host.Ken and Carol are very good people. the trails vary from easy to extreme. Something for every one. Large stalls for my horses. Many days worth of trails. Was there for 5 days over thanksgiving and went in and out several ways. Will be back several times over.
Reviewed by: Harold & Janice on 12/1/2008 4:11:55 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 11/29/2008 Hometown: Clanton, AL

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Reviewed by: Anonymous on 12/1/2008 2:01:29 PM
 Experience: Beginner Ride Date: 11/28/2008 Hometown: , AL

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The cookout rides are the best!! Great food, great price. Where else can you go for all you can eat buffets with drinks and desserts for one low price with tax and tip included. Thank you Ken & Carol for all you hard work! We enjoy you trails and all of your hospitality!
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 11/21/2008 9:25:57 AM
 Experience: Beginner Ride Date: 10/1/2008 Hometown: , AL

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Great peaceful place to go. Ken & Carol work hard to make you stay pleasant. Check out the cabin it is cozy, the perfect getaway.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 11/5/2008 7:57:37 AM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 1/1/2004 Hometown: , AL

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KC is 5 stars all the way! Ken was very nice. We liked the campground and the stalls were nice with plenty of free bedding. The trails were simply awesome! We have ridden many places and this was definitely one of the prettiest we've been to. The caution trails (which you do not have to choose to do) were a little steep in places but found nothing dangerous. I don't understand some of the other comments...if you want to ride on a sidewalk then that's what you should stick to! There was so much natural beauty to take in. Took tons of pictures!! Loved the creek riding! Again, simply awesome trails! We will go again 4sure!!!
Reviewed by: The Bailey's on 11/3/2008 8:46:02 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 10/26/2008 Hometown: Senatobia, MS

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Campgrounds & trails are clean and varied in terrain. There is plenty of water for the horses and the shaded trails are great. The owners are more than willing to make your stay a wonderful experience. Everyone there is friendly. It's like a homecoming.
Reviewed by: Jack on 10/30/2008 4:44:51 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 9/26/2008 Hometown: , AL

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We stayed 3 days and 2 nights. The camping trailer we rented was great. The stalls were kept clean and clean bedding was available every day. We are avid trail riders on our mule and horse. KC has the best trails we have ever riden. Ken & Carol are great host.
Reviewed by: Phil & Betty on 10/29/2008 9:28:04 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/13/2008 Hometown: Blue Springs, MS

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Way overpriced for what they offer. The trails are rough and not maintained very well. They can easily be rode all in one day. Ive camped there three times and rode the trails several other times. The best part of my experience was the guest! They are so nice and write good reviews because they dont want to hurt anyones feelings! Dont look at there website for the pricing. Its incorrect. The prices went up a year ago but they dont tell you that until you make the drive and arrive to camp. I would much more prefer driving on to Bankhead national forest's Owl Creek horse camp for thirty miles of trails at just $5.00 a night. At least there's no surprises or over inflated rates.
Reviewed by: Unhappy camper on 10/29/2008 2:55:40 AM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 1/1/2004 Hometown: , AL

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Ken and Carol are great hosts!! Food was great, campground clean and well kept . Thank You so much for the relaxing weekend. Will have to come again soon! Barbara and Tony Raymond
Reviewed by: Barbara Raymond on 10/24/2008 8:43:39 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/10/2008 Hometown: Northport, AL

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This was our first time to visit KC Ranch we stayed 8 days the trails were very great&well kept,the campground is very nice,the stalls are clean the bathhouse was very cleanand the food was wonderful. Ken&Carol are most accomodating folks i have been around in a while we will going back Michael&Mandy
Reviewed by: Michael&Mandy on 10/16/2008 7:04:52 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 10/4/2008 Hometown: Gleason, TN

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Once again we return for a really great weekend. The trails are great, The food was great and they even had Karokee saturday night. The staff is excellent and the facilities are super clean. We had different levels of riders in our group and all had a great time their. We will continue to visit kc's ranch. I give this place 5 Stars.A+++++
Reviewed by: Mark Zivat on 10/13/2008 2:06:24 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 10/10/2008 Hometown: Harvest, AL

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We love the trails and campgrounds at KC Ranch. The campsites are close to your horse’s stalls. We have been camping with our horses here for 4 years. They are always growing and looking for ways to improve their facilities for horseback riders. KC continues to make new trails and when an old trail gets rutted out, they re-route the trail around it, making it safe to ride and always asking us if there are any trails that need any work. The trail are mapped, marked well, very shaded with beautiful scenery, creeks, caves, overlooks and plenty of water for your horse all year long. The campsite and bathhouse is always clean. Ken and Carol are very attentive to your needs and we will always consider this our favorite place to go camping with our horses and friends. We would highly recommend coming here anytime!!!
Reviewed by: Susan Smith-O'Dell on 10/7/2008 10:34:19 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 9/26/2004 Hometown: Vandiver, AL

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We recently camped at KC's , the trails were in great shape. Several washed areas have been fixed. the newest trail is very beautiful. We can't wait untill the leaves are off to see the rock bluffs there.And in the spring when the mountain laurel blooms. One thing that is great always plenty of water. Not many campgrounds near have this much water. Trails are marked really well, best markings I've seen around. Campground is great and the stalls were clean . I've been here many times and yes when it was raining but i have never seen the stalls flood. Especially since he has fixed a water run off. We plan to go back soon. Love riding there!
Reviewed by: Denise on 10/5/2008 6:59:54 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 9/27/2008 Hometown: Phil Campbell, AL

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We were back again for 4 days. 19 of us total. Ken was fabulous as usual, and made sure we had everything we needed. You could tell the trails had been worked, they were great - and the new trail was awesome. No better place in the South to go than here! We will keep coming back always. Can't wait to see you guys at Thanksgiving ! Would not spend my Thanksgiving anywhere else.
Reviewed by: Jamie on 10/1/2008 2:27:04 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 9/25/2008 Hometown: Clanton, AL

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We stayed in the cabin and it was the nicest we've ever stayed in, even had Direct TV. The trails were beautiful and moderately challenging with lots of water crossings, caves and rock formations. The trails were also very well marked and we were provided with an excellent map too. We had a wonderful 5 hour ride on Saturday and still had more trails left to explore on Sunday. The owners were very accommodating and friendly. I definitely recommend and I will definitely go back.
Reviewed by: Alethia on 9/28/2008 3:33:03 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 9/28/2008 Hometown: Adairsville, GA

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TRAILS VERY ROUGH, CAMPGROUND NICE, RESTROOMS VERY CLEAN, MANAGEMENT NICE, MAIN STALLS IN CAMPGROUND FLOOD AND DO NOT DRAIN FOR DAYS.
Reviewed by: PAULA on 7/31/2008 11:16:37 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/15/2008 Hometown: , AL

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We just returned today from KC Ranch and we have already reserved a return trip in two weeks. If you are looking for a relaxing, very quiet, laid back weekend, go see Ken. The trails are 95% shaded and very easy to ride. The facilities are very nice and everything is very clean. We carried an eleven year old for his second horse ride here, no problems at all. I would recommend KC Ranch for anyone who is looking for an enjoyable weekend.
Reviewed by: Duane on 7/27/2008 3:45:51 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 7/25/2008 Hometown: Mt. Pleasant , TN

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I made my first trip alone with my dog and 2 horses. I couldn't have picked a better place to camp and ride by myself! Ken and Carol were so nice and accomodating. I went to stay 3 nights and stayed 5 nights! I didn't want to leave. I felt safe at camp and the trails were easy to follow. Although challenging in some areas, I was able to ride one horse and pony the other. The trails weren't too much for my Florida horses. I loved the creek riding and D & G Outlaw Hide-out and Horsehoe Bend. Riding through the creeks were fun for my horses and I. I'm looking forward to taking friends to KC Horse Camp. I hauled to Bankhead's Pine Torch Trailhead. I enjoyed the trails there, too. It's an easy haul from KC Horse Camp.
Reviewed by: Dana on 7/10/2008 8:05:42 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/29/2008 Hometown: Brooksville, FL

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I love this place !!! Ken and Carol are wonderful and sooooo accomodating. The trails are challenging and a wonderful place to keep those horses in shape. We have been to other places in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, and will continue coming back to KC. We love it.
Reviewed by: Daniels on 6/4/2008 7:37:12 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 1/1/2004 Hometown: Clanton, AL

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I have rode one of the most recent new trails named DG's outlaw hideout It was great! A beautiful cave , with the trail in the creek, good footing, the mountain laurel was pretty.Talked with someone that said another new trail will be open soon with more bluffs. I look forward to riding there again soon.
Reviewed by: Mary on 5/18/2008 5:08:46 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 5/17/2008 Hometown: Tunica, MS

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Nice campground for a stay or just passing through, Owners were very nice and easy going. Some of the trails were fairly steep and rocky and would not be for me if it had rained within the last 2 days. There was a little logging going on neighboring properties. Overall challenging but very pretty. About 3 days worth of riding max for me and I would highly recommend trailering over to the Bankhead National Forest about 16 miles away especially if you get rain while you are there. Ride the pine torch and owl creek trails. Extremely beautiful, easy trails with waterfalls.
Reviewed by: Mike on 3/20/2008 12:27:51 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 3/8/2008 Hometown: Ocala, FL

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Reviewed by: minor on 3/17/2008 10:55:11 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 3/16/2008 Hometown: clanton, AL

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Enjoy camping at KC, but trails need a lot of work in places.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 3/12/2008 8:06:08 AM
 Experience: Not Specified Ride Date: 1/1/2004 Hometown: , GA

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This is definately the very best camping and trails in alabama. The trails are known for the beautiful scenery , the creek trails during the hot weather are nice. Always plenty of water. There are bluffs, overhangs, lots of hardwoods . A newly discovered bluff shelter that you could park a semi under. The food is great , always plenty to eat. Ken and Carol great host, every one very friendly.Can't wait to ride there again.
Reviewed by: Anonymous on 3/9/2008 7:38:54 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 3/7/2008 Hometown: Russellville, AL

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We arrived in the rain and left in the rain. HOWEVER we got to ride one day in between and it was very pretty. The trails were very scenic and had a little of everything. Hills, streams, flat and lots of shade. The grounds and stalls were very clean and spacious. We booked this spot on the go trying to out run the rain from TN and Ken was very gracious, accommodating every need. We will be back for a longer stay when we know it won't be raining!
Reviewed by: Patti Hynds on 11/26/2007 12:57:57 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/26/2007 Hometown: Summerfield (Ocala), FL

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KCS RANCH WAS EXCELLENT. WE HAD ADVANCED RIDERS AS WELL AS NOVICE RIDERS IN OUT GROUP. WE ALL HAD THE BEST WEEKEND EVER. VERY CLEAN CAMP AND TRAILS AND THE STAFF WAS EXCELLENT!!! WE ARE ALREADY PLANNING OUT NEXT TRIP THEIR.
Reviewed by: Mark Zivat on 10/15/2007 7:04:59 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 10/13/2007 Hometown: Harvest, AL

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Ken and Carol are great host, they make you feel right at home. We were one of their 1st visitors when they open and we made the trip there three or four times a year. Since then they have made more interesting trails so bring a camera because you'll want to share the photo's with all your friends. The things that they have added throughout the years has made it one of the best places to spend a long vacation with your horses. The trails are some of the best in the state of Alabama and with all improvements they made they have made it quite comfortable and the restaurant has some good old home cooking. GREAT JOB CAROL AND KEN OUTBACK RIDER'S SADDLE CLUB
Reviewed by: Butch and Terri on 10/4/2007 5:04:57 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/4/2007 Hometown: Montevallo, AL

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We love KC - our most favorite place to go in Alabama !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reviewed by: Jamie Daniels on 7/18/2007 1:29:10 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/31/2007 Hometown: Clanton, AL

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KC Ranch is one of the best trails that we have ridden. We plan on returning several times again this year and have reservations for June 29 - July 3. The campground are great and the bath houses are some of the cleanest around. Ken and Carol are wonderful and their breakfast buffet is one of the best.
Reviewed by: Renee on 6/11/2007 9:43:40 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/5/2007 Hometown: Mantachie, MS

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We loved it at KC! The trails are beautiful with riding across and up creeks with little waterfalls and under a blanket of trees for shade from the sun it's a great place to ride. The rocks and caves make for some great pictures. It's certainly a place to recommend and you want find any more friendly folks anywhere! We did not camp this time but our friends camp there all the time and highly recommend the camp site too.
Reviewed by: Cathy Stayton on 5/29/2007 11:15:35 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/5/2007 Hometown: Tuscumbia, AL

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Great trails and hospitality!! our first trip to KC and we were so pleased with the trails and facilities. We did not camp this trip but was with friends who go there and camp all the time. Would highly recommend to the experienced rider and remember to bring your camera there are some beautiful shots all through the riding trails. It's a great adventure and one you want soon forget!
Reviewed by: Cathy Stayton on 5/29/2007 10:57:30 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/5/2007 Hometown: Tuscumbia, AL

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We just left KC Ranch Sunday (May 6,2007) and have already made reservations to go back Memorial weekend. The trails are wonderful!!! The bath house is exceptional! Carol and Ken are very friendly and strive to make sure your visit is a good one. Their breakfast buffet is one of the best!
Reviewed by: Renee Kelton on 5/7/2007 9:32:58 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/7/2007 Hometown: Mantachie, MS

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Have been to KC's a few times now,love it,great trails,beautiful scenery,and campground facilities are very clean.Already planning my next trip.This is one of the best I have been to,,,the horses love it too.Thanks Ken,,your the best
Reviewed by: sandy graham on 3/26/2007 6:48:47 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 3/26/2007 Hometown: tuscaloosa, AL

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Nice, peaceful, quite and relaxing. We had the camp ground and trails to our selves. The views are beautiful. Make sure to were long pants on the trails, some natural under growth along the trails. Good idea for horse to have boots or shoes in some areas. Thank you for our 4 day stay.
Reviewed by: Debra W Porter on 9/26/2006 4:27:27 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 9/21/2006 Hometown: Jemison, AL

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Camp is great, Ken and Carol try to make your stay wonderful. They don't have a lot in their store yet but it is still in development. The trails are some of the most beautiful I've ever seen. The Blue trail has rock formations which bring out a lot of oows and ahhs. Bring a good camera for the overhang with the creek. Riding in the creeks for hundreds of yards was really great. They are trying breakfast, lunch, and dinner on weekends which we good. If you like to travel around there isn't much to see in Double Springs but the trails are great. They have music on Saturday nights most weekends.
Reviewed by: Al Wallace on 9/21/2006 3:14:40 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 9/21/2006 Hometown: Whitesburg, GA

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THE TRAILS AND THE ATMOSPHERE OF THIS PLACE ARE EXCELLENT. THE PEOPLE WHO RUN IT MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE FAMILY. WE SPEND THE WEEKEND HERE AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH. ITS ABOUT 10 MINUTES FROM A SMALL TOWN THAT HAS WHATEVER YOU NEED BUT FAR ENOUGH OFF THE BEATEN PATH TO GIVE YOU A BACKWOODS FEEL. WE LOVE IT THERE!!!
Reviewed by: KRISTIE & RICHARD MARTIN on 9/1/2006 10:50:34 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 8/5/2006 Hometown: JASPER, AL

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there is many places to ride and this place is among the best ken and his wfe are great and the trails are marked very well and there is lots of places to water your horse on the trail and to rest your self the only thing can say is give it a try
Reviewed by: gary cline on 7/19/2006 10:06:40 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 7/19/2006 Hometown: russellivlle, AL

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My husband and I are regulars at KC. Never a bad trip. Ken and his wife put on a good meal, so don't miss a chance to enjoy their hospitality. The camp is always clean & well-lit, and the showerhouse is immaculate. It's an easy trip in and out, and the riding is really nice. You come to appreciate shady trails in the summertime in Alabama. Hope to see y'all there soon
Reviewed by: Kat on 6/5/2006 11:18:08 AM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 5/20/2006 Hometown: Montevallo, AL

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I would like to thank Ken and Carol for making my trip this weekend fun instead of a disaster. I was 6 miles from camp and my truck blew a fuel pump. Ken came and hooked up to my trailer and got me on to camp and has made arrangements to get my truck towed and fixed up. His words were " Just go ride and have a good time we'll get you fixed up" and I did have a good time. There was a BBQ dinner that night that Carol served up. All the food was great. 2 Thumbs up for KC Ranch.
Reviewed by: Belinda on 5/21/2006 3:19:06 PM
More reviews by Belinda 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/20/2006 Hometown: Taft, TN

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I would like to thank Ken and Carol for making my trip this weekend fun instead of a disaster. I was 6 miles from camp and my truck blew a fuel pump. Ken came and hooked up to my trailer and got me on to camp and has made arrangements to get my truck towed and fixed up. His words were " Just go ride and have a good time we'll get you fixed up" and I did have a good time. There was a BBQ dinner that night that Carol served up. All the food was great. 2 Thumbs up for KC Ranch.
Reviewed by: Belinda on 5/21/2006 3:11:05 PM
More reviews by Belinda 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 5/20/2006 Hometown: Taft, TN

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We enjoyed the hospitality of the owner when we arrived. He made us feel like we were the only campers there. The stalls are centrally and conventiently located to the camping area. The stalls are well lighted for checking horses at night. The campsites are level with complete hook ups for camping convience. The weather did not permit us to trail ride very much, but trails were great. We are looking forward to our next visit in two weeks. Thanks, Ellen Hays, Cullman, Al
Reviewed by: Ellen Hays on 3/20/2006 9:54:08 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 3/20/2006 Hometown: Cullman, AL

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Campsites are level and campground is very clean. Also the cleanest bath house I've seen. Trails were great. Horse and rider need some experince on these trails but nothing to hard. Planning to return first chance we get.
Reviewed by: J. Brown on 10/23/2005 8:21:11 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 10/23/2005 Hometown: Florence, AL

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Had a great time the trails are sandy and cool. Plenty of water for the horses. The scenry is beautiful. The bath house is GREAT! Always clean the campground itself is always clean well kept up. We had a great time and will be back soon
Reviewed by: Janet S on 9/24/2005 9:33:10 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 9/4/2005 Hometown: Cullman, AL

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We loved the trails and the campground. The bathhouse is the cleanest we have been to. The owners make sure you have everthing you need and make sure you feel welcome. We plan to go back soon.
Reviewed by: Chris H on 8/18/2005 1:07:00 PM
 Experience: Expert Ride Date: 8/12/2005 Hometown: jasper, AL

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LOVE IT. CANT WAIT TO GO BACK WITH MY HUSBAND THIS TIME.
Reviewed by: INGE on 7/6/2005 1:45:42 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 9/26/2004 Hometown: LUCEDALE, MS

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Beautiful trails. Plenty of water along trail. Campsite was very well kept. Shower and toilet were immaculate. Owners were very friendly and accomodating. Highly recommend this site.
Reviewed by: Gary Dison on 6/29/2005 4:12:55 PM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/19/2005 Hometown: Blountsville, AL

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Our first trip to KC Ranch campground was a very enjoyable one. This new spot should soon become very popular. Good trails, beautiful scenary, quiet peaceful campground with extremely clean shower and restroom facilities. Give it a try!
Reviewed by: Carolyn on 6/20/2005 1:08:14 PM
More reviews by Carolyn 		Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/20/2005 Hometown: Blountsville, AL

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KC Ranch is our favorite site for day rides as well as camping for a few days with our horses. We have found the faciities to be comfortable and clean. The bath house and restrooms are always clean and in perfect working order. The owner is very attentive to guest making sure all are comfortable and are in need for nothing. My husband and I love this place and feel that it is a special opportunity for the horseman who likes peace and quiet with great accomodations. This is a place we plan to visit frequently in the future for day rides as well as overnight visits.
Reviewed by: Ellen H on 6/20/2005 10:02:34 AM
 Experience: Intermediate Ride Date: 6/18/2005 Hometown: Cullman, AZ