Lajitas Stables - Rios Ranch 3 Day
Trip Highlights
Delicious food over the fire
Well-trained & Surefooted mounts!
A remote camping spot in the heart of Big Bend Ranch State Park
Camping under the darkest night skies in the lower 48
Delicious food over the fire
Well-trained & Surefooted mounts!
A remote camping spot in the heart of Big Bend Ranch State Park
Camping under the darkest night skies in the lower 48
Description
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Tour Info
Why take this tour?
- April Trips available. Keep in mind temps will be high 90s/low 100s, and there is no shade on the ride except for the lunch stop. No matter what you're riding experience is, this ride stays single-file at a walk at all times. Our trails are extremely rugged, and once you hit the trail you'll realize WHY.
- Not available May-September.
- If riding through a desert wilderness is whispering to your soul.....we have the trip for you.
- Disconnect from any cell phone service & life's conveniences for a night. Bring your sleeping bag & your camping comforts and we've got the rest covered!
- Riders will need to be comfortable with camping outside & riding 4-6 hours during the day. This is a true rugged West Texas experience for those with riding experience.
- The terrain varies widely, covering smooth arroyos, rocky foothills, rugged mesas, and impassable canyons. Prepare to ride 4-6 hours per day through mountainous & rugged terrain.
- This trip is for those who have more riding experience, are in good health & athletic shape, and will be comfortable & confident to control their mount up and down mountainous trails, through canyons and creeks, and wherever else the trail takes us!
Included
- All meals prepared for you!
- We transport your personal gear
- Outhouse & solar shower
- We provide the main gear - tents, cots, food/drinks
Excluded
- Sleeping bags & personal gear (you must provide)
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Cancellation Policy
Weight Limit
Terrain
Age Min
Riding Experience
Seasons Offered
Attire
POST-TRIP TIPS
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Big Bend Stables - Desert Sunset Ride
**NO AVAILABILITY TILL SEPTEMBER DUE TO HEAT* Saddle up and head into the panoramic Painted Desert created by the setting sun. The colors of the desert truly come to life on this very special ride! This is hands down the best ride for your Big Bend sunsets - you are facing the west looking out over the desert mountains as the sun goes down..... WOW! - this trail is catered to beginners, older folks, and those with kids as young as 6. - weight limit 270lbs for safety (call us if any rider is over 250lbs for availability & suitability) - this trail is the same as our 2HR Ole Mine Tours! This ride is the first to fill up due to the classic dream of riding into the sunset
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