Rios Ranch Overnight

One of a kind adventure for riders wanting a rugged experience

- If riding through a desert wilderness is whispering to your soul and there's no place like home than in the saddle for you.....we have the trip for you. Disconnect from any cell phone service & life's conveniences for a night or two. Bring your sleeping bag & your camping comforts and we've got the rest covered!
- The terrain varies widely, covering smooth arroyos, rocky foothills, rugged mesas, and impassable canyons. We have a number of trails for the guides to choose from, so accommodating your group’s skill and comfort level is not a problem, but please do prepare to ride 4-6 hours per day through mountainous & rugged terrain.
This ride is best for those:
- who ride regularly, currently
- who have previous riding experience & are very adventurous & outdoorsy!
- who used to own horses & rode them consistently
- who currently own horses & ride them consistently
- who have done an overnight or all-day horseback ride in the last few years
- Call to Book 432-371-3064 or email us at lajitasstables@bigbend.net. Offered September-February, & April

[Youtube video on our overnight trips!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1c_Ku3h6kM)

Overnight Tours

Duration
2 to 3 days
Group Size
At least 2

Lajitas Stables - Rios Ranch Multi-Day

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!

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 do not necessarily "camp or sleep" within the historical structures; 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.

Duration
2 to 3 days
Group Size
At least 2

Lajitas Stables - Texas Combo (Overnight)

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 do not necessarily "camp or sleep" within the historical structures; 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.

Camping under the stars

Darkest night skies in the lower 48!

Darkest night skies in the lower 48!

Well-trained & surefooted mounts!

We've got just the horse or mule for you, and they know these trails like the back of their hooves

We've got just the horse or mule for you, and they know these trails like the back of their hooves

The Best Overnight Horseback Ride in Texas

You won't encounter an adventure quite like this anywhere else in Texas, and we take great pride in offering it! Big Bend Ranch State Park is a true hidden treasure among state parks, and we have the chance to explore it in an extraordinary manner. However, overnight trips are not suited for those who are completely new to horseback riding. It's essential to feel confident in managing your own horse on the diverse, rugged and mountainous trails we've developed over the years.