Texas Dude Ranches

Cibolo Creek Ranch is one of Texas’ oldest ranches, where historical artifacts, antiques, and art come together to create an authentic nineteenth century atmosphere. The ranch’s dwellings evoke a real sense of togetherness, often culminating at the long table in the dining room during mealtime. Guests can spend their days exploring the ranch’s 30,000 acres of marvelous wilderness, as well as enjoy a wide array of fun activities led by enthusiastic ranch hands. ATV rides, hunting excursions, sporting clays, wildlife photography; hiking, boating, fishing, stargazing, and horseback riding, are just a handful of the classic experiences offered at Cibolo Creek.

Find it at this Address: 97139 U.S. Highway 67, Marfa, TX, Phone: 432-229-3737

BlissWood Bed and Breakfast Ranch is a marvelous bed and breakfast that can be found at the Lehmann Legacy Ranch – a sprawling 500-acre working ranch that is located about an hour’s drive west of Houston, Texas. Visitors can unwind in the relaxing and peaceful countryside environment, surrounded by the ranch’s towering live oaks. Guests will have their choice of charming accommodations, complete with private baths, kitchens, and furnished with antiques. Guests that are interested in doing a little horseback riding will find the ranch well-equipped; they can enjoy leisurely rides through the oak forests and meadows, past soothing ponds, and across bubbling creeks. Travelers will find everything they need for a tranquil escape at BlissWood.

Find it at this Address: BlissWood Bed and Breakfast Ranch, 13597 Frantz Road, Cat Spring, TX, Phone: 713-301-3235

Wildcatter Ranch Resort and Spa is a premier dude ranch that is located just minutes from Dallas/Fort Worth, in the beautiful North Texas Hill Country. The ranch offers the perfect setting for corporate retreats, weddings, family-vacations, friends-reunions, and romantic getaways. Visitors can enjoy everything from authentic Texas cuisine to therapeutic massages to guided activities to horseback riding to Western-styled guest rooms. The ranch offers charming hotel rooms, upscale cabin-suites, and beautiful guest homes, all of which are equipped with special amenities for an unforgettable stay. Some of the ranch’s more popular outdoor activities include sport clay shooting, archery, historic jeep tours, and simply lounging by the shimmering infinity-edge swimming pool.

Find it at this Address: Wildcatter Ranch Resort and Spa, 6062 Highway 16 South, Graham, TX, Phone: 940-549-3500

Dixie Dude Ranch is an established guest ranch that’s been operating for more than 75 years in Bandera, Texas. This sprawling ranch provides an idyllic setting for the perfect Western retreat, where visitors can relax, unwind, and simply let the everyday worries fade away. Situated just an hour west from San Antonio, Dixie Dude Ranch has been a popular returning point for school trips, Texas Hill Country honeymoon’s, family reunions, summer vacations, and much more. Guests will be treated to plenty of horseback riding, spacious and comfortable accommodations, and delicious meals, along with the ranch’s long tradition of Southern dude ranch hospitality. Other fun activities include swimming, hiking, fishing, and playing horseshoes.

Find it at this Address: Dixie Dude Ranch, 833 Dixie Dude Ranch Road, Bandera, TX, Phone: 830-796-7771

Flying L Ranch Resort is situated on 542-acres of well-manicured and managed property in Bandera, Texas. The resort is equipped with cozy 1-4 bedroom apartments and suites that boast Western-style décor.

The accommodations also feature complimentary Wi-Fi, fireplaces, and cable TV. The resort has two country-style eateries, a convenience store, a saloon, and a pizzeria. Additional resort amenities include an 18-hole championship golf course, a miniature golf course, and a water park. Guests can also partake in a plethora of fun and exciting outdoor activities, such as wildlife viewing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing, tennis, hay rides, and campfires.

Find it at this Address: Flying L Ranch Resort, 675 Flying L Drive, Bandera, TX, Phone: 830-796-7745

Affordable Stays

Hill Country Equestrian Lodge offers travelers the ultimate nature and horseback riding vacations in Bandera, Texas.

This Texas Hill Country ranch provides a private and quiet environment for guests to relax in, surrounded by open spaces with exquisite vistas. At the Hill Country Equestrian Lodge, miles of trails meander their way through 6000 picturesque acres of wildflowers, yucca, and live oaks; while rabbits, wild turkey, deer, and other wildlife species roam the property. The ranch’s luxurious and authentic accommodations, educational and interactive horseback riding programs, and personalized service, set this ranch apart from many of its competitors. The lodge also features spa services in the form of manicures, pedicures, facials, and massages.

Find it at this Address: Hill Country Equestrian Lodge, 1580 Hay Holler Road, Bandera, TX, Phone: 830-796-7950

Historic Prude Ranch is an excellent guest ranch that combines the best of Old West wilderness with modern amenities for an unforgettable Western vacation.

This ranch serves as both a working cattle ranch and guest ranch, and has for more than 80 years.

Travelers will find the sprawling Historic Prude Ranch located in west Texas. The ranch is home to many year-round activities that include outdoor education programs, organized horseback riding sessions, family reunions, vacations, corporate retreats, and the annual Texas Star Party.

From the indoor swimming pool to the basketball and tennis courts to the beautiful riding and hiking trails to the large open-air pavilion, this ranch has everything needed for packing a Texas getaway full of fun.

Find it at this Address: Historic Prude Ranch, 201 Prude Guest Ranch Road, Fort Davis, TX, Phone: 432-426-3201

The Mayan Dude Ranch is located approximately 47 miles northwest of San Antonio, Texas, within beautiful Hill Country.

This sprawling 348-acre dude ranch is owned and under the operation of the Hicks family, and has been for more than 50 years. Picturesque trials meander their way throughout the property, from the lowlands around the Medina River to high up in the hills, overlooking the valley. Guests will find themselves in a world filled with western warmth and hospitality, plenty of cowboy and cowgirl activities, and exciting adventures around every corner.

Guests will enjoy attractive rooms with rustic décor, three hardy meals each day, use of the tennis courts, and two daily horseback rides.

Find it at this Address: Mayan Dude Ranch, 350 Mayan Ranch Road, Bandera, TX, Phone: 830-796-3312