Excellent time. Horses were great, although mine acted like he was the one on vaca by his slow pace (the whole ride is a walk he just was extra cautious lol) but I loved him anyway. I did get some short lived trots in that were so fun and funny. They kept telling me to give him a little kick but he ignored me. Good ol Charlie. Ruthie and Ethan were our guides and were so great! Our ride was so gorgeous, shaded areas, open areas, a beautiful river view. It was a great slow pace to enjoy nature and your horse. I felt at ease and safe. They offer you helmets if you want and take pictures of you. I went with two others and we all loved it and highly recommend. read more

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Love love love this evening ride and saw firefly's so awesome, highly recommend! Horses were well taken care of and guides were knowledgeable and friendly read more

Our private ride, 4 ladies, was absolutely perfect. The weather turned out to be a beautiful day. The weather had been rainy but Lem graciously worked with us to find the time to get our ride in. Ruthie was our guide and she made sure we were all comfortable. The scenery was beautiful and it was so peaceful. We stopped for a break at the bluff overlooking the river and had a snack and beverage. Lem showed us how to lasso a calf and we laughed at our skills. All and all, it was a memorable ride and the highlight of our trip to Waco. I highly recommend Brazos Bluffs Stables. read more

The best ride back on a horse - guide was attentive and answer any questions you had as well as made you feel comfortable the whole ride if you or others got a little nervous. read more

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If I could give more than 5 star I would, website is clear, instructions and information is ease to find and understand. They will send you a text one day prior to remind you of your appointment, for only $5,0 you can buy their insurance and cancel the ride if you need in less than 12 hours before your ride, very convenient. But I am so glad we did not had the cancel, The ranch is stunning, horses are strong and well taken care of of. We had the pleasure of having Ruthie and Drew for our ride and they are simply amazing. The property is huge and the climb to the top was so worth it! The sunset was stunning. I truly recommend this ranch for anyone, you will have the most special ride. Thank you Ruthie and Drew for having us. read more

Brazos Bluffs Ranch - Horseback Riding Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Had an amazing experience , the staff made me feel comfortable on riding thru the trail. Staff took plenty of photos throughout the trip and made it really fun. I will return in the future to do the sunset horse back riding. read more

10/10 must go!!! When you book with Ms. Amanda, ask about Kylie & Drewski Drew! They were wonderful guides! Very talkative no awkward moments. I will be back in August! read more

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Whenever my wife and I go on a vacation we try to go riding. Some places are ok; some aren't. This place was top notch! The online reservations were easy to make. When we arrived we were greeted by friendly staff. The horses were saddled and ready to go and were clearly well taken care of. Our trail guides were Ricky and Amber and they were very personable and genuine , which you don't find too often when riding at a stable you're not familiar with. We took the sunset ride which is a two-hour ride that takes you through some of the most beautiful land I've ridden on in Texas. We rode up hills, down into valleys and through forest areas as well as gorgeous meadows and ended up at the top of a bluff overlooking the Brazos River at sunset. We got back to the stables at twi-light, which was also a pleasant surprise (and a first in all the places we've ridden) Oftentimes trail rides take place on horses that are plain worn out - these horses were definitely not worn out. At various times we took off on a nice fast-paced trot, which also rarely happens on stable rides. Without a doubt this was probably the best trail ride we've been on, and we've ridden at stables all over the U.S. and in a number of foreign countries. We plan to schedule a private ride the next time we come and will likely schedule a stay at the guest house. read more

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Horseback trail ride has been on my buckets list of things I wanted to do with my babies. Brazos Bluffs Ranch made it possible in more than one aspect of the sense: they were more Local than other trail rides with food options, the prices are reasonable for all that is included, the ranch ladies were extremely patient with my first timers, courteous & so very friendly. The horses were all healthy and well behaved. The grounds were clean. The trails were everything and more than I could of imagined and hoped for. At the halfway point we stopped at an overlook with amazing views which included as I mentioned previously snacks, cold beverages and ice cream floats. It's been a week and a half and my babies have begged me everyday to go back. I can't wait to take them back in the fall when we can have bonfires, s'mores and hot chocolate. THANK YOU Brazos Bluff Ranch for helping me scratch off 1 item on my family's bucket list of adventures read more

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Great care of the land and the animals. Ruthie and Savannah were terrific in their demeanor and love of their job. We had a terrific experience and definitely recommend it to anyone wanting a personal touch, a spot for relaxation and beautiful scenery. read more

Brazos Bluffs Ranch - Sunset on the bluff - Horseback Riding Near Me - Waco, Texas

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This ranch has it down. There's a likable and patient staff, calm and well-trained horses, and a chance for us city folk to experience a sliver of the cowboy/girl life. We went on the sunset ride and it was worth every penny. The trail ride takes you through a lush forest, up and down hills, and to one of the most beautiful sunset views you could imagine. There's so much right with this experience I'd give it a rating of six stars if I could. Here's a howdy and a high five to Brazos Bluffs Ranch. Good job, Waco. read more

We happened to stay in Waco at an Airbnb for a thanksgiving week and it was perfect as this location was about a 5 minute walk. We were introduced by our guide where he gave us about a 10 minute introduction on our horses and the basics on how to ride the horse. If you're a beginner, no worries, pretty simple instructions. It was pretty chilly but the scenery while riding the trails were beautiful and so you kinda forget how cold it is. There is one low steep down but not anything to be afraid of, it was pretty cool. We rode to the top where we were able to have a beautiful view of the Brazos River and our guide Lem took a couple pictures which was awesome. He was pretty knowledge and also gave us some recommendations on places to eat afterwards. Overall it was a wonderful experience! The only thing I would recommend is if we could have went faster with our horses, other than that, it was wonderful! read more

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This was my first time riding a horse and I want to give Mr. Rick and Shannon a huge thank you for making my first time an amazing experience. Not going to lie I was super nervous but with all the funny jokes of Mr. Rick and support from Shannon, I became calm and enjoyed every minute of the ride. This was the overall best vacation ever. Definitely will come back and love to see Mr. Rick and Shannon again. The overlook of the river was beautiful. A memory I will never forget. read more

We had amazing time at this place it is definitely worth your money great views and really nice staff

We did the trail ride and it was amazing! The scenery was spectacular and was great for first time riders. The horses were well behaved (as well behaved as a horse can be) and everyone in our group had an amazing time. Our lead was amazing and he did a great job making sure everyone was together and having fun. Highly recommend them again! read more

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Amazing experience! Don't pass it up! I have some experience riding and went with others who were not so experienced. Our guide (name started with a D I believe but can't remember) was great about addressing us at our respective skill levels and was super laid back. He gave us the basics and we were off to the trail in about 5 min. The trail itself was gorgeous and the horses were easy to manage for the most part. Our guide was very knowledgeable and told us a bit about the area as well. Thanks so much for a great time! Wish we lived closer! It was money well spent. read more

Brazos Bluffs Ranch - Easy to mount! - Horseback Riding Near Me - Waco, Texas

I've ridden at BBR for several years now and they always do a great job. Having rode horses my whole life, I typically find trail riding boring, but not here! The wranglers always impart something new to the experience, whether it's equine or terrain related. Today I learned the original name of the Brazos River, but I'm not telling, you'll have to visit or google it! The wrangler managed my daughter & me, both experienced riders, with two brand newbies so well. The horses are well cared for & the sunset experience (I did that previously) is amazing! Make this a definite to-do when visiting Waco! And locals...come discover this gem! read more

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My bf and I absolutely enjoyed our FIRST TIME EVER horseback riding! Thank you Lem and the super friendly staff for making our experience truly unforgettable. We appreciated all the instructions and advice before beginning our tour in the beautiful ranch. All your horses are so beautiful. We miss Billy and Bullseye. read more

Brazos Bluffs Ranch - Horseback Riding Near Me - Waco, Texas

Our family of 8 went on a trail ride today. They had been monitoring the weather because it was supposed to rain. Fortunately, the rain held off. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable from the time we drove up until we left. Since it is likely you will lose your phone if you keep it in your back pocket, Ricky took pictures for us and air dropped them to us as soon as we returned. The scenery was breathtaking - wildflowers in bloom, the bluff to view the Brazos River, shaded trails. Beginners and experienced riders would enjoy this trail ride. We did the one hour tour and it was the perfect length. Our guide was sure to explain any games up ahead, such as inclines and to remind you how far apart you needed to be. Next time, we want to take the sunset ride. read more

My sister and I decided to take a weekend trip to Waco (from Michigan) and googled this ranch on our drive down from the airport. On a whim we stopped in and signed up for a trail ride. Ruthie, Brayden, and Parks were so awesome and wonderful guides. The ride was a lot of fun - definitely more than a typical arena ride or walk around flat land. It was a good length of time and we really enjoyed ourselves. If you're looking for an authentic riding experience, don't hesitate to check out Brazos Bluffs Ranch! read more

We had an evening ride and stopped to watch the sunset at the top of a cliff overlooking the Brazos River. Beautiful. The trail guide was friendly, patient and informative. read more

My wife and I took a short trip to Waco (to see Magnolia, of course) and decided to do the sunset ride on a spur of the moment decision, and man are we glad we did it! Matt and Brayden were outstanding guides and made the experience that much more fun. It really was the highlight of our trip! The ranch is beautiful and the bluffs at sunset is something you can't explain or capture in a photo. If you're looking for a horseback riding experience while you're in Waco this is DEFINITELY the place to go!! read more

Brazos Bluffs Ranch - Horseback Riding Near Me - Waco, Texas

So relaxing! Our guide was great! Horses knew what they were doing! Took great pictures! Highly recommend!

We had a large group visiting from out of town and wanted to go horseback riding! We had 19 of us, and they were incredibly kind and accommodating. We had 10 of us on horses while 9 of us planned on riding up in a wagon. The wagon broke right before we got there, but they came up with another solution, and we all made it to the top! We rode up to the bluff, watched the sunset, played games, and had the most amazing time. It was one of our favorite parts of the whole trip. I cannot say enough good things about them, and I highly recommend that you visit! read more

This place is amazing. We were met with great hospitality and lots of good information on best practices when riding. Instructors were very thorough, personable, and knowledgeable. I couldn't recommend this place enough! They definitely set the bar high for trail rides. I'd go back tomorrow! read more

Ruthie was such a great host and awesome to be around. The trails were beautifully kept, lots of shade, diverse backgrounds and wildflowers, beautiful well behaved horses. We thought it looked like a pretty good experience but we were blown away by how absolutely perfect it was. We will definitely be coming back. read more

On multiple occasions I've stayed at the vacation house, attended several events at the riverside pavilion and enjoyed many memorable rides at Brazos Bluffs Ranch. Every time I've been impressed with the staff, the grounds and the entire experience. I would recommend the horseback rides, canoeing, event pavilion and vacation house to anyone. This place is truly a hidden jewel, only minutes from downtown Waco and just a few hours from DFW or Austin. read more

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I came here to ride with my daughter and 7 year old granddaughter. Background: my daughter is a nervous rider due to being pitched when she was a teen. This was only the second ride for my granddaughter, the first with her taking her own reins. Ricky Bates was our trail guide and he was understanding and worked with them both to be sure they were comfortable during the ride from an appropriate horse to easy instruction. This man was awesome through the whole ride! Terrain varied enough to make it interesting, but still allow the novices to gain confidence. Scenery from the bluffs was beautiful and well worth the ride to the river. The ride is leisurely and I would recommend these folks to anyone. I will be back again in October when I return to Waco. read more

Horse riding at Brazos Bluffs has always been a memorable way for me to spend an hour with my out-of-town guests. The staff is friendly and the horses are gentle. The scenery along the river and through the wooded areas makes for a comfortable ride even in a hot Texas day. read more

Ricky, the wrangler, on 12/31 had stories and was a kind gregarious horse trail leader. I'd never ridden a horse and my sister hadn't in awhile. It was a great time. Scenic, peaceful and amusing way to pass an hour or so. read more

Trail ride was very fun, easy to manage for first time riders, and the scenery is spectacular. My two boys, ages 7 & 9, had a wonderful day making lasting memories of our trip to Waco and the Brazos River. Our guide, Lem, was friendly and courteous. So glad we found this spot to enjoy our time spent in Texas! read more

My friend and I went on a lovely ride this morning! The trail guide, Ricky, was so funny, happy, and upbeat. We both really enjoyed his stories and how informative he is! I highly recommend, even if it's the first time. You can really tell the horses are cared for and loved. We definitely had a 10 out of 10 time! We will definitely get back there soon to see our new friends Patches and Smokey. Thank you for the experience. read more

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here. The community is a really nice place to relax and do some shopping. Lem, our guide, was friendly and courteous. Be sure to save some time to eat at the restaurant! We hope to come back next time we're in the area. read more

Two of my close friends came for a visit and wanted to go horse back riding. We had a wonderful time! Our guide, Lem, was friendly and enjoyable to spend the ride with. We'll all definitely be back! read more