Old Mine 2-Hour Horseback Ride in Terlingua
Ride the Study Butte Mercury Mine on a relaxed 2-hour horseback tour
Duration
2 Hours
Includes
Guided ride, Horse or donkey
Highlights
Explore the ruins of the Study Butte Mercury Mine on a relaxed, nose-to-tail ride at a walk. Follow your wranglers along sloping terrain with elevation changes, looping back to Big Bend Stables.
- Meet at Big Bend Stables for 9:00 AM check-in (Central Time)
- Ride at a walk on horses, donkeys, and mules
- Follow your wrangler through mine ruins and into Rough Run Creek
- Bring about 2 liters of still water in handheld bottles (no backpacks)
- Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (no shorts or leggings)
- Plan to tip your wranglers, as gratuity is not included
What's Included
- Saddle horn bag
Things to know
Minimum age is 6; 6-year-olds ride a donkey led by a wrangler. Max rider weight is 270 lbs, and you must be able to mount and balance in the saddle.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund if you cancel 7+ days prior to ride date, or if the stables cancels the ride.
FAQs
The stables generally ride in most weather conditions, but they will not ride in unsafe weather or when trail conditions are unsafe. If the stables cancels, you receive a full refund or a re-schedule if possible.
Yes. Adults must read and fill out their own waiver. If a minor is accompanied by an adult who is not their legal parent or guardian, a legal parent or guardian must complete the waiver before arrival for the minor to ride.
No. Bring about 2 liters of still water in handheld bottles. Do not bring gallon jugs or backpacks/camelbaks; you get a saddle horn bag for your water.
Meeting details
BIG BEND STABLES at 9am!
