Tour operator
Paseo a Caballo
Guided horseback rides through the countryside around town.
The town's classic adventure: dirt roads and semi-desert plains climbing toward elevations near 3,000 meters. Here are the local operators and the spots worth seeking out.
Local operators
Agree on price and route before hopping in. Phone numbers come from an Oct 2026 Google Maps lookup.
Guided horseback rides through the countryside around town.
Willys 4x4 rentals: dirt roads, semi-desert plains and high-country spots.
Willys 4x4 tours through the mountains and desert — the Real de Catorce classic.
The experiences
The classic: rent a Willys (the 4x4 that preceded the Jeep) with driver and ride the dirt roads to Potrero, La Luz or Los Catorce.
On horseback through the countryside, at the desert's own pace. The favorite option for sunset.
Landscapes covered in poplars, ideal for mountain biking, according to the destination's official guide.
The legendary mining village has a recreation center with cabins, a temazcal and a hot-springs pool.
The former Mint works as a museum; the Cockfight Arena and the Bullring complete the walking route.
The sacred Wixárika territory is visited with a local guide and its own rules: no peyote, no photos of ceremonies. Read the guide before you go.