Alpha Mare

There's something unforgettable about the moment a wild horse locks eyes with you—and that's exactly what happened at the Salt River. This stunning mare commanded the frame with natural grace and poise, striking an absolutely perfect pose. Regal, powerful, and undeniably majestic, she's every bit the Alpha Mare this photograph captures.

About the region:

The Salt River wild horses are the historic and majestic creatures that roam the lower Salt River in the Tonto National Forest, just outside of Mesa, Arizona. Enjoyed by millions of visitors to the Tonto National Forest, the Salt River wild horses roam freely in their 20,000-acre habitat along the lower Salt River, protected by A.R.S 3-1491, the State law passed in 2016 for their protection. They are the icon of the wild, free spirit of Arizona and the American West. I so love walking and photographing these beautiful animals.