Skip to main content
lajitasstables.com
BOOK NOW

Lajitas Stables - Texas Combo (Overnight)

4.54 reviews

Trip Highlights

Cowboy camping in a remote area of BBRSP!

Cowboy camping in a remote area of BBRSP!

Well-trained & Surefooted mounts!

Well-trained & Surefooted mounts!

Camping under the darkest night skies in the lower 48

Camping under the darkest night skies in the lower 48

Delicious food over the fire

Delicious food over the fire

Finish off your overnight horseback trip with a gentle paddle down the Rio Grande!

Finish off your overnight horseback trip with a gentle paddle down the Rio Grande!

Cowboy camping in a remote area of BBRSP!

Cowboy camping in a remote area of BBRSP!

Well-trained & Surefooted mounts!

Well-trained & Surefooted mounts!

Camping under the darkest night skies in the lower 48

Camping under the darkest night skies in the lower 48

Delicious food over the fire

Delicious food over the fire

Description

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.

Itinerary

1
You must bring your personal gear: sleeping bag, water, toiletries, a change of clothes for camp, a change of clothes for the river, etc. We provide everything else!
2
Ride away from the stables into the true wilderness of Big Bend Ranch State Park, with delicious lunch served out on trail!
3
Pitch your tent at camp or put your cot directly under the stars. Enjoy delicious food provided by your wranglers, and explore the historical area around the camp.
4
2Day trip: wake up the next day, pack up, and take another fun route back to where the river company will pick you up! 3Day trip: wake up the last day, saddle up, follow your wrangler for another ride, and get picked up by the river company out on trail.
5
Depending on the length of your trip, on the last day you will conclude your adventure with paddling down the Rio Grande! The river company will pick you up out on trail, and then drop you back off at the stables at the end so you can pick up your belongings!

Tour Info

Duration
2 to 3 days
Group Size
At least 2 people
Price starts at
$420
Meeting Point
Lajitas Stables
Open in Google Maps

Why take this tour?

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 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 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 trip is for those who have previous 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
  • A walking trail ride
  • We ride horses, donkeys & mules!

Excluded

  • Sleeping bags & personal gear (you must provide)

Frequently asked questions

It totally depends on the water level! Be prepared for anything
Call our office and we can add you to an existing trip.
This trip is not a beginner-friendly adventure! Check-out our 1/2 Day or 3HR trip.
If you have an experienced 10 or 11yr old, call us. Due to the length, technicality, and steepness of these trails, this ride is not comfortable or recommended for younger kids.

Things to know

Cancellation

2 WEEKS

Weight Limit

250lbs. Riders should be in good athletic shape and physical health, and be able to mount/dismount with no assistance

Ages

12yrs & up. If you have an experienced 10 or 11yr old that currently & consistently rides, please give us a call!

Riding exp

For the truly adventurous! Not comfortable for first-timers

SEASONS

This ride is only offered September-April. This ride is NOT offered May-August, as the summer heat with no shade can be extremely dangerous.

Terrain

Our overnight trails are rugged, rocky & steep in many parts. Not for those that are scared of heights or have issues with balancing

Reviews

4 Verified reviews
Chris O
Tripadvisor

Chris O

October 24, 2024

Do this!.. but be prepared. You are riding an Animal through the Desert, likely under the sun and through prickly shrubs. You do have to control the horse. This is not a Carnival ride where you just sit back. It is what it is and it was AWESOME! Thank you Shelby for being the per…

TcMarc
Tripadvisor

TcMarc

April 19, 2024

We had the BEST time on our 3 day Rios ride out of Lajitas Stables. Shelby and Janelle, our Wranglers were the best! Shelby made our trip; navigated the (in some spots, very rocky and steep) trails, gathered wood to cook, then cooked for us over an open fire. We were impressed wi…

Aubrey B
Tripadvisor

Aubrey B

January 11, 2024

My friend and I did a 3 day/2night overnight horse trek from Lajitas Stables in December and it was absolutely incredible. The entire trip was planned, prepared, and handled flawlessly. Janelle was our guide and she could not have been more incredible. Her ability to make us feel…

Page 1 of 2

Check Availability

From
$420
Call

Why book with us?

  • Book instantly directly with provider
  • Get the lowest price guarantee
  • Worry-free flexible cancellation policy
Human support:432-371-3064

An overnight trip sound too much but you're still looking for adventure? Check this out?

Big Bend Stables - Morning 2HR Old Mine Tour
Duration
2 hours
Group Size
At least 2

Big Bend Stables - Morning 2HR Old Mine Tour

A relaxing ride through the remnants of the Study Butte mine. We will wind past the visible remnants of our mining legacy and abandoned adobe homes. Pioneering here was not for the faint of heart. Our trails wander along the edge of Big Bend National Park. Just enough up and down to be fun without being too scary.Off in the distance, you can see the famous canyon walls of Santa Elena Canyon which lays inside the National Park. Throughout the ride, take in the sweeping vistas of Maverick Mountain, Indian Head, Willow Mountain, Bee Mountain, and the rich history that endures in this remarkable landscape. Ages 6+ Riders over 250lbs will need to call the office for suitability & availability **If you are looking for a more rugged & adventurous ride, or have more riding experience, we think you would really enjoy our Lajitas Stables location (Adventurous & Rugged Trails)**

from
$85
Big Bend Stables - 2hr Afternoon Old Mine Tour
Duration
2 hours
Group Size
At least 2

Big Bend Stables - 2hr Afternoon Old Mine Tour

**NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER DUE TO HEAT** This one is all about a gentle relaxing ride thru the desert magic of Big Bend. We will wind past the visible remnants of our mining legacy and abandoned adobe homes. Pioneering here was not for the faint of heart. Our trails wander along the edge of Big Bend National Park. Just enough up and down to be fun without being too scary. Off in the distance, you can see the famous canyon walls of Santa Elena Canyon which lays inside the National Park. Throughout the ride, take in the sweeping vistas of Maverick Mountain, Indian Head, Willow Mountain, Bee Mountain, and the rich history that endures in this remarkable landscape. 6yrs & up Weight Limit 270lbs. If you are over 250lbs, you will need to call the office for suitability and availability **If you are looking for a more rugged & adventurous ride, or have more riding experience, we think you would really enjoy our Lajitas Stables location (Adventurous & Rugged Trails)**

from
$85
Big Bend Stables - Desert Sunset Ride
Duration
2 hours
Group Size
At least 2

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

from
$85
Big Bend Stables - Half Day with Lunch
Duration
4 to 4:30 hours
Group Size
At least 2

Big Bend Stables - Half Day with Lunch

**NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER DUE TO HEAT** Combine our 2hr mine tour with our own Ocotillo Mesa trails, ending up at Indian Head for lunch. Wait until you see what a wonderful meal we can pull out of a pair of saddlebags. - this trail is catered to beginners, and those with kids as young as 8. These trails include elevation gain. - If you are an adventurous beginner or are an experienced rider, check out our adventurous rides out of our Lajitas Stables!

from
$125
Lajitas Stables - 3 Hour Ride
Duration
3 hours
Group Size
At least 2

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!

from
$97
Lajitas Stables - Half Day with Lunch
Duration
4 to 4:30 hours
Group Size
At least 2

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

from
$140