Take a guided morning trail riding lesson on a private Austin ranch
1.5 Hours
Guided lesson, Safety gear, Horse
Ride with an instructor on forest and meadow trails across a private ranch near Austin. Check in early for a required orientation, then head out for a group lesson on horseback.
Riders must be age 5+ and wear pants/leggings and closed-toed shoes. Weight limit is 250 lbs; pregnant participants cannot ride. Minors must be accompanied by an adult (18+), and gratuity is not included.
Cancel more than 72 hours before your appointment for a 75% refund (25% is non-refundable). Cancellations within 72 hours are not eligible for a refund. Reschedule at least 72 hours in advance; reschedules within 72 hours are not allowed.
Wear pants or leggings and closed-toed shoes. In winter months, bring gloves. Avoid shorts and sandals.
Ride if you are age 5+. If you are under 18, you must ride with a parent/guardian or another adult age 18+ in your group. Each child rides their own horse.
You cannot ride if you are pregnant, intoxicated, or not physically fit enough to safely mount, dismount, and complete the trail ride. The weight limit is 250 lbs.
8601 Bluff Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78744
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.
My friend and I had the most amazing experience at Lone Star Ranch while we were visiting from Australia. The staff, including Tina the owner, were incredibly friendly - they let us stay after our trail ride and were more than happy to show us around the ranch and introduce us to all the animals. Such a beautiful place and one of our favourite experiences in Texas!
Maddy Lalic
May 19, 2026
My friend and I had the most amazing experience at Lone Star Ranch while we were visiting from Australia. The staff, including Tina the owner, were incredibly friendly - they let us stay after our trail ride and were more than happy to show us around the ranch and introduce us to all the animals. Such a beautiful place and one of our favourite experiences in Texas!
Maddy Lalic
May 19, 2026