Circle M Ranch (formerly Mendes Ranch)
Waiheʻe, West Maui
A Real Working-Ranch Horseback Ride on Maui's North Coast
Circle M Ranch — long known as Mendes Ranch before a rebrand — is a real working cattle ranch on Maui's rugged north coast, offering guided horseback trail rides through pasture and coastal terrain with genuine ocean and mountain views. It's a more down-to-earth, working-ranch experience than a resort-adjacent activity.
Why Roamwise recommends this
A genuine working-ranch horseback experience, not a staged tourist version — good for travelers wanting a real taste of rural Maui.
Best for: horseback riding with real ranch/working-cattle context, scenic north-coast views.
Insider tip: this ranch rebranded from Mendes Ranch to Circle M Ranch — if researching further, both names turn up results for the same place.
- Safety notes:
- Rides run 7 days a week, roughly 1.5–2 hours, with morning and midday departures — confirm current ride times when booking. 2026 pricing runs roughly $160–190 per rider depending on source/package.
- Cost:
- $190 per rider for the 2-hour guided trail ride. (checked October 2026)
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Local tips
- •Rides run 7 days a week — book ahead, especially for popular morning slots.
- •Known under two names (Mendes Ranch and Circle M Ranch) — don't be confused if you see both while researching.
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