Follow river trails and ride into town at a relaxed walk with an experienced guide
2 Hours
Horse, guide, water
Ride gentle trails along the Medina River before heading into town like old-time cowboys. Enjoy a relaxed, walk-only pace suitable for beginner to intermediate riders.
Age minimum is 10. Walk-only pace; suitable for beginner to intermediate riders. Closed-toe shoes are required; long pants and boots recommended. In summer, sunscreen and bug repellent are suggested.
Rebooking is possible up to 1 week prior to activity. For day rides, cancellations from 1 week to 24 hours before start are 50% refunded; earlier cancellations are fully refunded. Cancellations 24 hours or less before start are nonrefundable. If the operator cancels due to weather or per your doctor's prescription, you will be fully reimbursed.
Cypress street/ 3rd Street Bandera
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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.
We had a beautiful afternoon with Bandera Historical Rides for their ranch ride. My boys have never gone horseback riding and after the trip they said how much they enjoyed it. The land is beautiful and the horses were nice and calm. I would highly recommend taking time to drive to Bandera, go horseback riding with Bandera Historical Rides, and see the beautiful hill country.
Victoria Hillis
January 3, 2026
We had a beautiful afternoon with Bandera Historical Rides for their ranch ride. My boys have never gone horseback riding and after the trip they said how much they enjoyed it. The land is beautiful and the horses were nice and calm. I would highly recommend taking time to drive to Bandera, go horseback riding with Bandera Historical Rides, and see the beautiful hill country.
Victoria Hillis
January 3, 2026