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Bandera Cowboy Capital
Bandera Cowboy Capital
Bandera Cowboy Capital
Bandera Cowboy Capital
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Upcoming Events

RAM PRCA 30th Annual Pro Rodeo
Friday - Sunday
05/24 - 05/26/13
Funtier Days Parade
Saturday
05/25/13
Bandera Regulars 52nd Memorial Day Trail Ride
Saturday - Monday
05/25 - 05/27/13
Lakeshore Volunteer Fire Department Spring Fest
Saturday
05/25/13
Funtier Days Arts & Crafts Show
Saturday - Sunday
05/25 - 05/26/13
 
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Things to Do: Horseback Riding

Bandera County has several facilities that offer horseback tours.  In general, all persons riding must be 6 years of age or older and weigh under 225 to 250 pounds. 

Please call the individual outfitters for availability and ride times.


2E TWIN ELM GUEST RANCH  
2E TWIN ELM GUEST RANCH
830-796-3628
Bandera, TX

250 acre ranch with diverse trails including hillside, woods and the Medina River banks.  Rides available for all inclusive guests of the ranch or the general public.  Up to four rides available daily.  Call for arrangements and pricing.  See web site for photos, testimonials and more.

BAR M RANCH  
BAR M RANCH
830-796-9096 or 830-796-1164 cell
Bandera, TX

Personalized, 1 - 3 hour trail rides for small groups (3 riders max) on a private 550 acre ranch. Ride through historic Indian Encampments and across varied terrain.  Catering to all experience levels ages 12 and up.  Weight limit 225 lbs.  Fee includes basic instruction, if needed.

See web site for policies, rates and more.  Call 24 hours ahead for reservations.

 
 
BAR-B STABLES
210-240-4603
Pipe Creek, TX

Offers private 2-hour or half day trail rides in the Hill Country State Natural Area; saddleback lunch or overnight.  Ages 8 and up. Meals and camping equipment furnished.  Girls riding camp.

   
 
BR - LIGHTNING RANCH
830-535-4096 or 800-994-7373
Bandera, TX

Horseback riding available by the hour. Can take up to 15 riders.  Minimum age is 8 years old.

   
CROSS T RANCH  
CROSS T RANCH
210-291-2921
Bandera, TX

Small, private trail rides along the Medina River.  Day and evening rides available.  Open 7 days a week.  See web site for info, accommodations and entertainment.

 
Cross-G-Ranch Trail Rides  
Cross-G-Ranch Trail Rides
830-688-2717
Pipe Creek, TX

Custom rides on a private 750 acre working cattle ranch. No ride too small.    Cross-G will take 1 - 7 riders onto the trail, ages nine and up.  Rides tailored to guest rider's time schedule and experience, from beginner to advanced.  Schedule permitting, short notice rides are accepted.  Hill Country views, creek crossings and more.......

Other services provided include Trail Horse Training and Riding Lessons. See web site for photos, testimonials and the story of Levi Strauss, the Border Collie who takes his job on the trail very seriously.

 
 
DESERT HEARTS COWGIRL CLUB
830-796-7001 (Cell/pager) 830-534-5750
Bandera, TX

Offers private 2-hour trail rides in the Hill Country State Natural Area, as well as half and whole day rides.

   
DIXIE DUDE RANCH  
DIXIE DUDE RANCH
800-375-9255 or 830-796-7771
Bandera, TX

Offers morning and afternoon trail rides for ages 9 and over. Seventeen miles of trails on historic ranch. Private rides, specialty rides, and sunset rides available by appointment.  (Sunset rides offered in the summer.)

FLYING L RANCH  
FLYING L RANCH
800-292-5134 or 830-460-3001
Bandera, TX

Approx 40 horses to ride on the Flying L Ranch. Call for availability. Length of rides vary.

 
PONY PARTIES ANYWHERE
210-696-7669 or 830-460-7071
Bandera, TX

Pony rides available for children and toddlers.  Authentic cowboy costumed photos for the children, toddlers and even infants.  Call for availability.

   
RANCHO CORTEZ  
RANCHO CORTEZ
830-796-9339
Bandera, TX

Adjacent to the Hill Country State Natural Area. Over 40 miles of trails available. Rides from one or two hours or longer available.

RUNNING R RANCH  
RUNNING R RANCH
830-796-3984
Bandera, TX

35 miles of breathtaking scenic trails on the ranch and adjoining Hill Country State Natural Area. Friendly, experienced wranglers to guide you. 225 lbs. limit, no doubles, 6 years and up. Sundown rides offered in the summer.  Possible meal & ride combination, call for availability.

SILVER SPUR DUDE RANCH  
SILVER SPUR DUDE RANCH
830-796-3037
Bandera, TX

300 acres.  One hour or longer rides available.  Cowboy breakfast/BBQ lunch/Cowboy supper with a one hour horseback ride available upon request. Call for reservations and availability.

 

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