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Learn About Us

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Learn About Us

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About Us

At Wofford Ranch, we are dedicated to educating, enriching, and inspiring individuals through the transformative power of horses. Founded in 2014 and situated in the scenic landscape of Vilonia, AR, our ranch offers a sanctuary for equestrian enthusiasts across Central Arkansas, including Conway, Searcy, Cabot, and Little Rock. Owned and operated by Lily Wofford, we provide year-round horseback riding lessons and full-service boarding in a fun, safe,
and controlled environment.


Our mission at Wofford Ranch is to share the gifts of the horse with our community, fostering a connection that resonates beyond the ranch.

Meet The Team

Why Choose Us?

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Personalized
Riding Lessons

We tailor each horseback riding lesson to the individual's skill level and goals. Our expert instructors specialize in various disciplines, including horsemanship, barrel racing, and
pole bending, ensuring a comprehensive and customized learning experience.

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Exceptional
Horse Care

With 20 individual stalls and daily turnout options, along with a regimen of morning and evening feedings, we provide a safe and caring environment that meets the unique needs of
each horse.

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Community
and Support

Wofford Ranch is not just a place to ride, it's a community where riders of all ages and abilities come together to share their passion for horses. We foster a supportive environment that encourages learning, growth, and friendship.

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Meet the Owner

Lily Wofford

Lily Wofford, along with two sisters, was the 5th generation to be raised on her family’s farm south of El Dorado, by her parents Tommy and Mary Rowland. After high school, Lily attended the University of Central Arkansas where she received a Bachelor’s of Business Administration. On a leap of faith, Lily’s dream of owning and operating a boarding and training facility became reality in 2014. Wofford Ranch LLC, solely owned, and operated by horse women. Lily’s mission is to educate, enrich, inspire, and empower the lives of others in the community through the gifts of the horse. At Wofford Ranch, home to roughly 50 horses, you can find Lily sharing her passion for barrel racing and performance horses through coaching private and group riding lessons, and training performance horses. As a rodeo athlete, you can find Lily currently competing at WPRA pro rodeos, Arkansas Rodeo Association rodeos, Arkansas Cowboy Association rodeos, futurities, and jackpots. As an avid horseman, Lily’s achievements include:

  • 2025 Texarkana Showdown Production 2D Futurity Champion
  • 2024 Barrel Futurity of America World Champion 1D competitor 
  • Women’s Professional Rodeo Association money earner 
  • Several time Better Barrel Races World qualifier 
  • 3x National Barrel Horse Association World Finals qualifier
  • Graduate of University of Arkansas Horseman of Excellence graduate 
  • 2012 Miss Rodeo Old Fort Days Rodeo Queen 
  • 2011 Arkansas State Fair Rodeo Queen
  • 2011 Miss Rooster Days Rodeo Queen
  • 2010 Miss Southeast Arkansas Rodeo Queen 
  • Many more barrel racing and horsemanship championships


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Nature's Symphony

Breathtaking colors of our planet
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Faces of Humanity

Portraits of people from around the globe
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Sands of Time

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Beyond Boundaries

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A woman wearing a cowboy hat and jeans is sitting on the steps of a stable.

Meet the Owner

Lily Wofford

Lily Wofford, along with two sisters, was the 5th generation to be raised on her family’s farm south of El Dorado, by her parents Tommy and Mary Rowland. After high school, Lily attended the University of Central Arkansas where she received a Bachelor’s of Business Administration. On a leap of faith, Lily’s dream of owning and operating a boarding and training facility became reality in 2014. Wofford Ranch LLC, solely owned, and operated by horse women. Lily’s mission is to educate, enrich, inspire, and empower the lives of others in the community through the gifts of the horse. At Wofford Ranch, home to roughly 50 horses, you can find Lily sharing her passion for barrel racing and performance horses through coaching private and group riding lessons, and training performance horses. As a rodeo athlete, you can find Lily currently competing at WPRA pro rodeos, Arkansas Rodeo Association rodeos, Arkansas Cowboy Association rodeos, futurities, and jackpots. As an avid horseman, Lily’s achievements include:

  • 2025 Texarkana Showdown Production 2D Futurity Champion
  • 2024 Barrel Futurity of America World Champion 1D competitor 
  • Women’s Professional Rodeo Association money earner 
  • Several time Better Barrel Races World qualifier 
  • 3x National Barrel Horse Association World Finals qualifier
  • Graduate of University of Arkansas Horseman of Excellence graduate 
  • 2012 Miss Rodeo Old Fort Days Rodeo Queen 
  • 2011 Arkansas State Fair Rodeo Queen
  • 2011 Miss Rooster Days Rodeo Queen
  • 2010 Miss Southeast Arkansas Rodeo Queen 
  • Many more barrel racing and horsemanship championships


Lily Wofford riding a horse in front of a green barrel that says martin

About Us

At Wofford Ranch, we are dedicated to educating, enriching, and inspiring individuals through the transformative power of horses. Founded in 2014 and situated in the scenic landscape of Vilonia, AR, our
ranch offers a sanctuary for equestrian enthusiasts across Central Arkansas, including Conway, Searcy, Cabot, and Little Rock. Owned and operated by Lily Wofford, we provide year-round horseback riding
lessons and full-service boarding in a fun, safe, and controlled environment.


Our mission at Wofford Ranch is to share the gifts of
the horse with our community, fostering a connection that resonates beyond the ranch.

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