Horseback Riding in Big Bend — Scenic Trails from Terlingua
Guided rides from Big Bend Stables and Lajitas Stables — sunset rides, mine tours, lunch rides, all-day challenges and overnight camps.
Featured Tours & Experiences
Choose from beginner-friendly half-day rides to rugged all-day and overnight expeditions across Big Bend landscapes.
About Big Bend / Lajitas Stables
Big Bend / Lajitas Stables operates guided horseback and mule rides from Terlingua, Texas, on the edges of Big Bend National Park. The operation includes Big Bend Stables and Lajitas Stables, offering a variety of guided experiences for families, beginners, and experienced riders.
Trips include half-day rides with lunch, morning and afternoon two-hour Old Mine tours that visit the Study Butte Mercury Mine ruins, desert sunset rides, three-hour and all-day rides across Contrabando Mesa and Big Bend Ranch State Park, and multi-day overnight trips that camp at Rios Ranch. Guests can expect to ride horses, donkeys, and mules on trails that vary from gentle beginner paths to steep, rugged terrain for experienced riders.
Wranglers guide each tour and provide local knowledge of landmarks like Indian Head, Lunchbox Canyon, and Contrabando Mesa. Safety briefings, route information, and appropriate pacing for different skill levels are part of the guided experience. Lunch or meals are included on specific half-day and overnight trips as described in each trip listing.
The operation emphasizes authentic western riding experiences and scenic views of the Chisos Mountains, Rio Grande, and the Chihuahuan Desert. Located in Terlingua, the stables serve visitors to Big Bend and Big Bend Ranch State Park who seek horseback access to remote desert landscapes. Reservations are recommended for popular time slots like sunset and weekend trips. Booking in advance helps secure experienced wranglers and saddles; guests should check seasonal availability and trail suitability for age and riding ability before reserving. Bring water and sunscreen today.
Reserve a Ride Near Big Bend Today
Check availability for half-day lunches, Old Mine tours, sunset rides, all-day challenges, or overnight camping trips — book early to secure preferred time slots.