One of a kind adventure for riders wanting a rugged experience
- 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 suited for those:
- who ride regularly, currently
- who have previous riding experience & are very adventurous & outdoorsy!
- who currently own horses & ride them consistently
- who have done an overnight or all-day horseback ride in the last few years
- who enjoying camping out under the stars
- 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
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.
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.