5 Ranches You Need to Visit
Nothing says Texas like a day out on the ranch. If you’re hankerin’ for a bona fide cowboy experience, then load up the RV and get ready to saddle up at one of these working ranches. Whether you’re looking to try your hand at cattle driving or just want to relax on the porch, there’s a ranch experience for you.
Dixie Dude Ranch
Established in 1937, Dixie Dude Ranch is located in the rolling green hills of Bandera, Texas. Come here for some horseback riding, catch-and-release fishing, hiking, and more. Just want to kick your boots off and relax? There’s space for that, too. Dixie Dude Ranch even offers massages by licensed massage therapists.
Prude Ranch
Over 120 years old and located in Fort Davis, home of the Davis Mountains, is Prude Ranch. Offering activities like horseback rides through the Davis Mountains, ropes course, and paintball, this ranch is a popular spot for kiddos as well as the whole family. Prude Ranch is also RV friendly and offers 30 spaces with hookups and 30 amp service.
Beaumont Ranch
If it’s a taste of the Old West you’re looking for, Beaumont Ranch can give you just that. Located up on the Chisolm Trail, where cowboys used to drive cattle between Texas and Kansas after the Civil War, this ranch land is rich in history. Visit Beaumont Ranch to imagine what life was like in Texas in the 1880s and learn how to herd cattle yourself. For the thrill seekers, a visit to this ranch could also entail a zip line or ATV tour.
Y.O. Ranch Headquarters
There’s a ranch for everybody, and if you’re a hunter, Y.O. Ranch is for you. Since the early 1950s, Y.O. Ranch has been stocked with game animals both native and exotic. The next time you’re traveling in the Texas hill country, consider spending a day hunting at Y.O. Ranch Headquarters.
McGinnis Meadows Cattle & Guest Ranch
This one’s not in Texas, but we think you should check it out anyway. Do you dream of horseback riding like a professional? This ranch offers classes from experienced riders who are passionate about horsemanship. A visit to McGinnis Meadows also comes with opportunities to take in the Montana scenery with mountain hikes, mountain biking excursions, fishing in the nearby rivers and lakes, and lots more outdoor adventuring.
Get your boots on and load up the RV for another adventure. The ranch awaits.
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