Adventurous & Rugged (Lajitas Stables)
Adventurous & Rugged
Our trails at Lajitas Stables are most comfortable & enjoyable for:
- Beginners who are in good athletic shape & consider themselves adventurous!
- Riders with some experience
Lajitas Stables is located in Big Bend Ranch State Park off of FM 170!
-Ages 12+
-250lbs is our weight limit. Riders over 230lbs will need to call the office for availability & suitability
Adventurous & Rugged Rides
Lajitas Stables - Half Day with Lunch
**NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER DUE TO HEAT** Climb to the top of Contrabando Mesa on an adventurous & rugged horseback ride with a delicious lunch in "Lunchbox Canyon". - this ride caters to those who consider themselves athletic, very adventurous and are seeking that mountain-top feeling! This ride is beginner friendly, but keep in mind we climb about 500 feet on this ride, with lots of hills to go up and down, and will ride alongside the edge of the occasional cliff & canyon on a very sure-footed mount. - ages 12+, max weight 250lbs. Riders 230lbs & over will need to call the office for suitability & availability
Lajitas Stables - Saddle and Paddle Combo
**NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER DUE TO HEAT AND WATER LEVELS** Saddle/Paddle: both of best worlds! 1/2 Day in the saddle and an afternoon dark canyon float - Our route climbs high into the rugged mountains and mesas that frame the Rio Grande, and the spectacular vistas into Mexico make this an unforgettable ride. Our famous saddlebag lunch (smoked meat, imported cheeses & crackers, fresh fruit, and other goodies) is served in the shade of a hidden canyon. After lunch we wind our way back down the Mesa, enjoying more dramatic views across the Rio Grande. - When we return to Lajitas Stables, you'll have time to change from jeans and boots to shorts and sandals, before your river guide arrives to shuttle you to the river’s edge. Depending on the water level in the Rio Grande, you will board rafts or canoes for the second half of your all day adventure.
Lajitas Stables - 3 Hour Ride
**This ride is in the morning during summertime. Bring extra water, as it gets hot quick!!** Take the high road! Climb up and onto the top of Contrabando Mesa. To the South, we look across to the ruggedly wild mountains of Old Mexico. - this ride caters to those who consider themselves very adventurous and are seeking that mountain-top feeling! This ride is beginner friendly, but keep in mind we climb about 500 feet on this ride, there are a lot of hills to go up and down, and will ride alongside the edge of the occasional cliff & canyon on a very sure-footed mount. - Ages 12+. Riders 230lbs & up will need to call the office for availability & suitability for this ride - If you are wanting a more relaxed ride, or are feeling nervous, we recommend a shorter & more relaxed ride out of Big Bend Stables!
Lajitas Stables- All Day Ride
**Not available May-September** Looking for an all-day excursion in the saddle? A chance to explore deeper into the vastness of Big Bend Ranch Ranch State park? This trip is made for you! With no set itinerary or specific trails, this ride offers the freedom to ride cross country. -this ride is suited for those who have previous riding experience or currently consistently ride. -weight limit of 250lbs. Riders must be able to mount/dismount with no assistance and have no issues with balance, as our trails are steep and rugged.
Lajitas Stables - Rios Ranch 2 Day
April trips available: April 9th & 10th Camp out under the stars with us on a multi-day excursion; a one-of-a-kind ride offered nowhere else in Texas! Exciting, rugged, steep, adventurous trails for the adventurous! This ride is for those with riding experience. First-timers will be redirected to a 3HR or a 1/2 Day Ride Since we utilize base camps for these excursions, your personal gear and effects will be delivered to camp before the end of first day riding. While at camp, we will be 'TENT' camping. At the end of your trip, your personal gear and effects will also be delivered back to the stables and your vehicle. Participants MUST bring their own sleeping gear. Tents are provided on our camping trips, though many folks simply sleep out under the starry skies. POST-TRIP TIPS: On the last day you are done around 4pm. For safety concerns PLEASE do not plan to drive several hours after you leave the stables. We strongly recommend you to reserve accommodations in Terlingua/Alpine. If you want to get back early from the ride to get a head start on the road, we charge an additional $50-$150 for an early exit.
Lajitas Stables - Texas Combo (Overnight)
Not available May-September Combine our unique overnight adventure with a gentle paddle on the Rio Grande! There is no more perfect way to be introduced to the many faces of the Big Bend than this lovely overnight trip. A day of riding through our desert mountains, a night spent camping under our dark skies looking at the stars, and then directly on to a gentle float on the Rio Grande River. Perfect! Just a little taste of some of the best activities we have to offer. Since we utilize base camps for these excursions, your personal gear and effects will be delivered to camp before the end of first day riding. While at camp, we will be 'TENT' camping. At the end of your trip, your personal gear and effects will also be delivered back to the stables and your vehicle. Participants MUST bring their own sleeping gear. Tents are provided on our camping trips, though many folks simply sleep out under the starry skies.
Lajitas Stables - Rios Ranch 3 Day
April 17th-19th Camp out under the stars with us on a multi-day excursion; a one-of-a-kind ride offered nowhere else in Texas! Exciting, rugged, steep, adventurous trails for adventurous riders! This trip is not built for first-timers. Beginners/first-timers will be redirected to a shorter/more comfortable ride. Since we utilize base camps for these excursions, your personal gear and effects will be delivered to camp before the end of first day riding. While at camp, we will be 'TENT' camping. At the end of your trip, your personal gear and effects will also be delivered back to the stables and your vehicle. Participants MUST bring their own sleeping gear. Tents are provided on our camping trips, though many folks simply sleep out under the starry skies. POST-TRIP TIPS: On the last day you are done around 4pm. For safety concerns PLEASE do not plan to drive several hours after you leave the stables. We strongly recommend you to reserve accommodations in Terlingua/Alpine. If you want to get back early from the ride to get a head start on the road, we charge an additional $50-$150 for an early exit.
Rocky & Rugged Trails on a Surefooted Mount
Our horses and mules know these trails like the back of their hooves!
Mountainous Views!
Incredible vistas all around...
Adventurous & Rugged Trails in Big Bend Ranch State Park
Lajitas Stables is located on FM 170 in Big Bend Ranch State Park, just a few miles west of Lajitas Golf Resort.