Ride 600+ acres of Austin ranch trails with an instructor
45 mins
Up to 5 people
Trail lesson, horse & tack, helmets
Saddle up for a guided group trail lesson across Lone Star Ranch's forests, meadows, hills, and creeks. Start with an educational riding orientation, then explore Texas terrain on horseback.
Cancel at least 72 hours before start for a 75% refund. No refund for cancellations within 72 hours. Rescheduling at least 72 hours before start incurs a 20% fee.
Product ID: SCG5U9
No. This is a fully mounted horseback ride, with no dismounting during the trail lesson.
Ride rain or shine. Rain slickers are provided; if conditions are deemed unsafe, the riding plan may be rescheduled, changed to a Rainy Day Rodeo Ride in the covered arena, or issued as a rain check.
Lone Star Ranch, 8601 Bluff Springs Rd, Austin, TX
Tina, the owner, sets the tone here, and by most accounts she and her staff are genuinely warm and go out of their way to make guests feel welcome. Trail guides like Savannah, Ariel, and Devin come up repeatedly in reviews, praised for keeping riders safe, snapping photos on the trail, and making first-timers feel completely at ease. The horseback riding trails are scenic and peaceful, and the horses themselves are consistently described as calm, well-maintained, and beginner-friendly. Beyond trail rides, the ranch offers a solid mix of activities including clay shooting, archery, axe throwing, knife throwing, and animal encounters, making it a popular pick for bachelorette groups, family outings, and corporate events. Worth noting for experienced riders: the pace is deliberately laid-back and geared toward beginners, so if you're hoping for something more adventurous on horseback, it may feel tame. One corporate group also had a notably frustrating experience around event logistics and food quantity, so larger groups planning a company outing may want to iron out those details carefully upfront. For travelers visiting Austin looking for a slice of authentic Texas ranch life, this place genuinely delivers a fun, unhurried experience with staff who clearly care about their guests.
Esther was the Absolute best Tour guide ever!!!
Jason Geary
September 2, 2026
Esther was the Absolute best Tour guide ever!!!
Jason Geary
September 2, 2026
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