Welcome to Crystal Springs West, Coachella Valley’s exceptional Equestrian Center, for an enjoyable, blue-ribbon Winter Season. Crystal Springs is owned and operated by life-long horse woman, Kathy Weiss. Crystal Springs was built specifically for the discerning Horse Owner & Trainer that prefers a secure, peaceful, polished, horse & rider focused facility.

Serving Desert International Horse Park, Palm Springs, and Coachella Valley. We are Just 10 minutes from Desert International Horse Park.

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Why you and your horse will love Crystal Springs West

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Gated + Secure Horses and riders can train, rest, and recharge between shows at our clean, safe, private gated horse farm.

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On-site Management On-site Ranch Manager provides daily care, oversight, and peace of mind for you and your horse.

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Training & Instruction
Local horse professional, Megan Hatcher-Bahr, is based at CSR, with 25 years experience with hunters jumpers & equitation.

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10 Minutes to DIHP
Those 10 minutes make a huge difference on you, the owner, rider or trainer, and most importantly your horse! Daily turnout is always included at no extra charge

Peaceful & Private
Clean, quiet, and spacious with stunning views in every direction, an equestrian’s dream come true. Year round all weather footing.

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Facilities & Amenities

  • 24 rubber-matted 12×12 stalls

  • Two tack rooms

  • Daily turnout in private grass paddocks

  • Shaded porches + ample airflow

  • 10 total wash/grooming stalls

  • Full bathroom & kitchenette

  • 200×300 ft laser-leveled arena

  • All Weather Footing Dust and rock free

  • Jumps Available

  • Bridle path encircling the farm

  • Miles of trails just outside our gate!

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Lifestyle & Rider Comfort

  • Tranquil setting for horse show preparation, lessons or downtime between shows.

  • Trailer parking + large semi-truck access

  • Camper hookups: water, sewer, power included

  • Mature landscaping & privacy hedges

  • Quiet, respectful riders & trainers

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Professional Onsite Services

  • Onsite Ranch Manager

  • Daily Hauling to/from DIHP

  • Trusted network of farriers, vets & bodyworkers

  • Stall, paddock and group pasture options available!

Training & Instruction
Local horse professional, Megan Hatcher-Bahr, based at CSR, with 25 years experience in hunters jumpers & equitation.

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Location & Easy Access

Located in Thermal, CA, the farm is just 10 minutes from Desert International Horse Park with easy access to show grounds, local services, and direct routes for horse transport. Since 2005 Crystal Springs has been the premier equestrian facility in the Coachella Valley.

DIHP Schedule
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Enjoy a Blue Ribbon Winter at Crystal Springs Ranch!

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