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    Ride a 4-Hour Guided Horseback Tour in Bandera

    Half-day horseback ride with lunch in Hill Country State Natural Area

    5.0 stars• 469 reviews
    From$236/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 hours

    Includes

    Horse, guide, lunch

    Highlights

    Explore Hill Country State Natural Area on a guided horseback ride designed for confident riders. You’ll ride about 2 hours, break for lunch, then head back out for another 2 hours on trails with climbs.

    • Ride through rocky hills, flowing springs, oak groves, and grasslands
    • Tackle climbs and descents on an intermediate to advanced route
    • Follow a pace set at a walk or as agreed with your guide
    • Stop midway for a lunch break before continuing the ride
    • Meet at 10600 Bandera Creek Road, Bandera, TX 78003

    What's Included

    • Horse
    • Guide
    • Water
    • Park admission
    • Lunch sandwiches or wraps
    • Fruit and snacks

    Things to know

    Riding level is intermediate to advanced, and riders should be confident in the saddle. Minimum age is 12. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory.

    Cancellation Policy

    Rebook up to 1 week prior. If the operator cancels due to weather or per your doctors prescription you will be fully reimbursed for all our services. Cancellations 24h or less prior are non refundable. For all day rides: 1 week to 24h prior is 50% reimbursed.

    FAQs

    Wear long pants and boots for safety and comfort. You must wear a closed-toe shoe.

    Arrive 15 minutes before your booked time to help assure the full riding time.

    Yes. This ride is for intermediate to advanced riders, and you should feel confident in the saddle.

    Meeting details

    10600 Bandera Creek Road Bandera, TX 78003

    Experience provided by Bandera Historical Rides
    Experience provided by Bandera Historical Rides

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    Hill Country State Natural Area

    Admission included

    At Hill Country State Natural Area, the landscape opens up into rolling limestone ridges, cedar-dotted slopes, and clear, shallow creeks that have shaped this corner of Bandera County for centuries. The air carries the scent of juniper and dry grass, and the silence is broken only by birdsong and the soft crunch of caliche underfoot. Hill Country State Natural Area invites you to slow down and move through a landscape that feels genuinely wild.

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    469 reviews•Google Maps

    Harrieth and her team run a genuinely welcoming operation in the Texas Hill Country, and it shows in every detail. Guests consistently praise the well-cared-for horses (many are rescues), clean and charming cabins, and the warm hospitality that makes visitors feel like part of the ranch family. Tom and Tami get special mentions as excellent trail guides, leading riders through beautiful landscapes that include river crossings, scenic vistas, and glimpses of local wildlife like deer. Robin's cooking earns rave reviews, especially the chuckwagon breakfasts prepared over an open fire. The experience goes beyond just a trail ride. Visitors love the authentic ranch atmosphere, from brushing horses before rides to meeting the longhorns and other animals roaming the property. The sunset rides are particularly popular, and packages that include overnight stays with multiple rides and meals seem to create the most memorable experiences. One experienced rider wished for more opportunities to canter, but beginners consistently report feeling safe and comfortable. Whether you're coming from across Texas or flying in from Europe, this appears to be a genuine Hill Country adventure that delivers on the promise of true Texas hospitality.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    My husband and I had a very enjoyable weekend in Bandera at BHR. Tom and Harriet are both great hosts. We did four rides for our weekend stay- a short ride in the property on Friday afternoon, a longer ride Saturday morning into town for breakfast and then onto the city park before heading back, a third ride in the state preserve in the evening, and another short ride on the property Sunday morning. My favorite was the Saturday evening ride, they have beautiful landscape at the preserve and hills to ride up and down. We watched the sunset from the top of one of the hills which was beautiful. We learned how to brush and saddle a horse and helped with feeding (our choice). They let you be as involved as you want with the care of the horses. Tom and Harriet are both friendly and informative about the area. We stayed in the coyote cabin and the accommodations are very pleasant. The king bed was comfortable, everything was clean and the kitchen was stocked with basics including coffee and creamer. Dinner was amazing! Robin, the chef, is also personable and will cater to dietary needs. The food was all fantastic. If you are looking for a quieter, outdoorsy get away, I would definitely suggest staying with Bandera Historical Rides.

    Photo of Jillian Seglem

    Jillian Seglem

    March 6, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    My husband and I had a very enjoyable weekend in Bandera at BHR. Tom and Harriet are both great hosts. We did four rides for our weekend stay- a short ride in the property on Friday afternoon, a longer ride Saturday morning into town for breakfast and then onto the city park before heading back, a third ride in the state preserve in the evening, and another short ride on the property Sunday morning. My favorite was the Saturday evening ride, they have beautiful landscape at the preserve and hills to ride up and down. We watched the sunset from the top of one of the hills which was beautiful. We learned how to brush and saddle a horse and helped with feeding (our choice). They let you be as involved as you want with the care of the horses. Tom and Harriet are both friendly and informative about the area. We stayed in the coyote cabin and the accommodations are very pleasant. The king bed was comfortable, everything was clean and the kitchen was stocked with basics including coffee and creamer. Dinner was amazing! Robin, the chef, is also personable and will cater to dietary needs. The food was all fantastic. If you are looking for a quieter, outdoorsy get away, I would definitely suggest staying with Bandera Historical Rides.

    Photo of Jillian Seglem

    Jillian Seglem

    March 6, 2026

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