Welcome to La Tinaja Ranch
Welcome to La Tinaja Ranch where our goal is to provide the finest in western hospitality. Our services include Big Game hunting, family reunions, western weddings and corporate retreats. La Tinaja Ranch is located in western New Mexico on Highway 53 near the small community fo El Morro.

Gia Bartlett invites you to visit La Tinaja Ranch.
I am the owner and operator of a working cattle ranch here in Cibola county, New Mexico. I have twenty plus head of miniture horses here that roam wild.
La Tinaja Ranch miniture horses


Buttons and Snowman are my prize stud horses. Patches, Pockets and Pino were recently born. They are the smallest and cutest you will ever see. Call me and I will make my entire ranch available for your family vaction.

Summer vacation at Tinaja Ranch is a great get-away for the family. Our wildlife preserve, canyons, forest and ghost town are all wonderful to hike and explore. There are many attractions near the ranch including El Morro Inscription Rock, Ramah Lake, the ice caves, wolf sanctuary and Zuni pueblo.

There are also three restaurants close by as well as a luxury tea house. Our rental cabin features a cozy, king size bed with all meals included. CONTACT ME, Gia, at 505-240-1382, to plan a family union as well.
La Tinaja Ranch Ancient Way Cafe


Geography and Elevation
Our elevation at the ranch runs from 7,300 to 8,300 feet. There are three major canyons on the ranch: Litte Water canyon to the north, Ojo Bonito canyon to teh south, and Alamosa canyon in the middle.

The three canyons converge near La Tinaja Ranch cemetary. Three logging roads offer access to the elk downhill and hunters uphill. Springs, tanks and our solar well ensure that wildlife have an abundance of water.

Hiking, biking and four wheeling on our system of county roads offer both fun and privacy. Hiking on the ranch could go on for many days. This is a unique oppportunity to explore the canyons, forest, mountains and La Tinaja's ghost town. Enjoy barefoot walks on the sand dunes and picnic under giant Douglas fir trees.

For a more primative experience, we can arrange a "tee-pee" shelter and sweat lodge. Call Patrick at 505-240-3254.
Big Game Hunting
Autumn is the time for Big Game hunting at La Tinaja Ranch. Elk and mule deer abound in this area. A private ranch hunt can be arranged by calling Patrick at 505-240-3254.
La Tinaja Ranch scenic view area


Elk and deer archery season starts September 1st and runs through September 22nd. Muzzle loader season for mule deer is September 24th through September 30th. Muzzle loader season for elk is October 3rd through October 9th. Rifle season for elk is October 10th through December 31st.

Rifle Hunts for Mule Deer
October 17th through October 21st
October 24th through October 28th
October 31st through November 4th
La Tinaja Ranch hiking area

Youth Hunts for Mule Deer
November 26th through November 29th
December 5th and 6th
December 12th and 13th
La Tinaja Ranch elk hunt


Mule deer hunts include a cabin rental for five days with all meals included. Guide services are available. Combination hunts can be booked.

Elk Hunting
An elk hunt runs five days. Mature bull and anterless tags are available.

A private exclusive hunt can be arranged with La Tinaja Ranch staff. Call Patrick at 505-240-3254.