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Terlingua/Big Bend / Lajitas Stables

Big Bend Stables - Desert Sunset Ride

Our most popular ride! 6yrs+

118, next to the Alon Gas Station in Study Butte!

Overview

Meeting point
118, next to the Alon Gas Station in Study Butte!
Group size
Up to 12 passengers

Rates

$85

Adult Rider

$85

Adult Rider (250- 270 pounds)

$85

Child Rider (Under 200 lbs)

Ages 6 - 17

$85

Child Rider (Over 200 lbs)

Ages 6 - 17

Details

Rates:

$85/rider

Requirements

  • **Meet at our Big Bend Stables 30 minutes before your ride to get checked in! Please be on time as the setting sun waits for no one!**
  • **2 Liters of water in handheld bottles per rider**
  • **Minimum Age: 6 Years Old.**

-*6 year olds will ride a donkey and be led by a wrangler

  • **Maximum Weight: 270 lbs**
  • **Horse riding is an athletic activity and you must be able to mount up & balance yourself in the saddle**

About

  • *All of our rides are nose to tail at a walk*
  • Ride includes elevation changes, some sloping terrain
  • Mount up and head into the painted Big Bend desert created by the setting sun.
  • We ride horses, donkeys and mules!
  • *Your wranglers work for tips, so if you like your ride, kiss your horse and be sure to tip your guide!*

Before you go

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  • **Big Bend Stables** is on HWY 118, next to the Alon Gas Station in Study Butte!
  • **Big Bend Stables** is on Central Time, make sure you are too!

WHAT TO WEAR:

  • Long pants & closed-toe shoes are a requirement to ride. Jeans are best. Please avoid bulky shoes/hiking boots as they typically do not fit appropriately into the stirrups.
  • Dress smart for sun protection, weather, and the pokey flora and fauna! Lightweight longsleeve shirts & hats are recommended
  • *NO: shorts or leggings*

WHAT TO BRING:

  • **WATER**!!! Each rider must bring **2** liters of still water in handheld bottles for this DESERT ride. No water = no ride.
  • *NO*: *gallon jugs or backpacks, we provide a saddlebag*
  • Gratuity is not included in the cost of your ride. Your wranglers work extra hard to provide a great experience for you and yours, so gratuity is very much appreciated!

[Fill out e-waivers here to speed up the check-in process](https://app.waiversign.com/e/5a288858549fce02e9d3a5c1/doc/5cbf5372defa64253b8e041e,5a29b2c0233f9e02e39deb5d,5a29b394233f9e02e39deb72)

  • *minors brought by grandparents/family that are not parents must have a legal parent/guardian sign a waiver prior to arrival*

[Google directions to our Big Bend Stables](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZAoJV9dLsskkPLjEA).

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