Horseback riding has always been on my to-do list, and after doing some Googling, I came across…read moreSouthern Trails. I had never been on a horse before, but thanks to the wonderful guides--Hailey, Ashlyn, and Savanna (sorry if I misspelled any names!)--the experience was amazing from start to finish. They were friendly, professional, great communicators, and kept everything running smoothly, which made the whole experience feel comfortable and enjoyable. I was also lucky enough to catch a beautiful Texas sunset during the ride, especially with how unpredictable the weather can be here. If horseback riding is something you've been thinking about, don't hesitate--just do it. I enjoyed every second and would definitely recommend the experience

We didn't do the trail rides which I assume is where they get better reviews, but the cow cuddling…read moreexperience was disappointing. There wasn't actually any place to "cuddle" the cows; you simply stand around and pet them. We got a small cup of pellets, and once those were gone, the cows had little interest in interacting with people. One cow had large horns and was much bigger than expected based on the photos and "mini cow" advertising. That cow specifically seemed pretty over the whole experience. The other two were much smaller, and they were all very cute. There was also no place to wash your hands, only wipes, which is understandable. However, when we asked where the trash can had been moved so we could throw the wipes away, one of the ranch hands responded with an attitude. The lady leading the experience was very kind though. While petting the cows was enjoyable, the experience felt worth closer to $20 than the $50 charged. That's the main reason for the low rating. Overall, I wouldn't recommend it.

Extremely well trained horses, amazing scenery, and excellent hospitality! I absolutely recommend…read morecoming here for trail rides.

If you want a real Texas experience with one of the nicest, most experienced person - ditch the big…read moretours and go to Sunset Trail Rides. Gracey is amazing!!!! We had our family with three girls and she made our time at her beautiful property one we will never forget. So thankful to Gracey for giving these Nebraskans the experience of a lifetime.

Great for kids and those who haven't ridden before (they tailor the ride to experience level)…read more Through streams and hills very scenic

Great experience with friends for a bachelorette. Booking was personalized. I was able to ask about…read moredifferent options to customize the event. We ended up selecting skeet shooting. We arrived on time, checked in and signed the waivers. There are lots of farm cats and a dog just FYI. Once ready, you get a hay ride to the skeet shooting spot from your instructor. Once you arrive, your instructors take it from there - safety instructions, demos etc. We had a ton of fun! Many of us had never even shot a gun before so this was fun and competitive. Once that was done, we got to pet some of the horses and the team had helped us receive our lunch order (via DoorDash). We ended up taking our lunch back to our Airbnb because it was just so hot in the honkey tonk barn. Overall, I would go this again and even try the horse trail ride!

Lil Pease of Texas is a new family friendly relaxed boarding facility between Bastrop and Elgin…read more I love these folks. I have my 23 gelding living here and couldn't be happier. I believe in giving horses lots of room and here there's a great multi acre pasture below a great shaded hillside. There's a nice round pen and really nice level arena with great footing. It's really healthy for the horses. Ashley is very caring and will work with you to ensure the best care for your horse! I certainly recommend Lil Pease if Texas!

A family-oriented boarding stable that clearly takes pride in giving horses the best care. The…read morehorses here are treated like family by Ashley and Daniel - who are friendly, caring owners that are always happy to help. The horses get something you rarely find at a boarding stable anymore - individual care - so no sleepless nights worrying about your horse and you can travel without worrying too. It isn't a show barn, so the attitude isn't there - the atmosphere is quiet and relaxed. Another big plus - pasture turnout in wonderful Elgin sandy loam rich soil. This animal-loving family works hard to keep the farm in good order, the horses happy, and provide a wonderful place to enjoy spending time with your horsey partner.

Horsey Heaven! I…read morehave been boarding & riding her for over three years. You won't find a better place to board your horse and at reasonable rates! Great facilities for riding too. I have been taking lessons with Debbie Seymour and have found them to be very helpful in improving my riding! Feel free to send me an message if you would like any further information.

From the owner: We are a Hunter and Jumpers equestrian facility on 100 acres of rolling hills in beautiful Bastrop…read moreCounty. We board, lessons, camps, sales and two horse shows a year. We also can accommodate a small amount of retirees at the farm. We focus on beginner lessons and teaching basic riding skills and horsemanship. We also do camps at spring break and summer.

Our outing with Maverick Horseback Riding was the highlight of our entire vacation. My family of…read morefour are wholly inexperienced riders; Joan Marie and her team were superb guides with the right balance of instruction, independence, and fun. Joan Marie did us an immense favor, too, by allowing us to start our ride a couple hours early in order to avoid an incoming thunderstorm. I'm sure she saved our weekend! And a final kudos for an excellent BBQ joint recommendation; we went straight there for lunch after our ride and got a "full" Lockhart experience! Strongly recommend Maverick for an excellent equestrian experience!

If you're looking for a mindless trail ride where you just sit there while a horse follows a tail…read morein front of it, this is not the place for you. Maverick Horseback Riding is for people who want the real experience. Our guide Emily was wonderful and incredibly knowledgeable. She is a total pro. But you also have to give it up for the owner Joan Marie. She is friendly but very blunt. She is not there to play nice or baby you. She is there to teach you how to properly handle a horse. If you are shy or easily offended, you might want to look elsewhere. You need to be able to take direct feedback and use it to improve your riding game immediately. They start you off with the fundamentals like brushing, saddling, and mounting. You are expected to actually do the work. They even give you cowboy boots to wear which makes you feel right at home. I rode Sheila and we spent about thirty minutes on a short trail just reviewing the basics while Joan Marie gave proper instruction on what to do and what not to do. After that initial lesson, both ladies took us out on the trails for about an hour of riding. I think if we had gone to some other ranch that just let us be lazy rookies, we would not have had nearly as much fun. We left feeling like we actually accomplished something. Huge thanks to Emily and Joan Marie for a great day.

We picked this farm randomly and called hoping to get same day lessons, and Stephanie made it…read morehappen for our little birthday boy. The farm and the horses are beautiful, and Stephanie was so great with our kids, who are beginners but managed to do everything Stephanie showed them and had a blast for the whole lesson. We will definitely be back for future lessons and rides and recommend this place to everyone!

SunCrest is a great place to come learn to ride, or do your own thing with your horse…read more Stephanie offers riding instruction for kids and adults alike, as well as camps for the kiddos during school breaks and holidays. The best part about that is there is a SunCrest van that will meet you in Austin! Yes, you don't necessarily have to drive to Manor to take your kid to camp. That rocks. I've been riding with Stephanie for about six years now and we've been on countless parades and trails. She's knowledgeable and willing to give as much help as you want. I would recommend boarding here and/or just coming out for a ride at Lake Travis or one of the other places that the SunCrest horses visit.

Amazing experience with our guide; Dario! Very kind and hard working young gentleman. We arrived…read moreearly and he was going around the whole ranch feeding over 24 horses, moving hay and continued his day by giving us the tour! I hope this guy gets taken care of and paid well because he deserves it! The trail for this tour is very lush and beautiful. When you gain a little elevation the skyline is beautiful. It was a peaceful ride and pleasant conversation with Dario! Highly recommend! Not sure what pricing is because my husband surprised me for my bday. Overall great experience!

Took my wife here for her birthday on a Saturday and the ranch was very peaceful and we had it all…read moreto ourselves. Pretty place and beautiful horses. Our tour guide and horse caretaker was a fellow named Dario and he was very friendly informative and professional. I sure hope they take care of this kid because I can tell he's a hard worker. He was probably the best part of our ride very friendly and I loved the way he cared for the horses. The trail was so so, not much of any type of back country we went through some property and then up a dirt road which turned around in a parking lot. There wasn't any steering from a walking pace which honestly was a little slow for me. I enjoyed my ride but probably won't return. If you ask me the ranch should do more for their workers.

My wife and I had a great trail ride at White Fences. I haven't been on a horse since I was a kid…read moreso I needed some good instructions . The owner, Silvia, and one of her trainers were so patient and helpful getting me on my horse and making sure I was totally comfortable before we took off. The trail ride was wonderful and my horse was amazing. It took me back to my youth! I also took a tour of White Fences after my ride and it's absolutely beautiful and well kept. If I had a horse I would definitely board it there. I would highly recommend White Fences! Trey Sheffield

So I visited Texas for the first time and my wife decided we had to go horseback riding in the…read morecountryside. Great idea! I googled a few places close to Austin that offered trail rides and the prices were all in the $100 range per person. When I saw that All White Fences offered an hour long trail ride for under $100 I was sold. It also helped that they had a website (and that it was user friendly) with plenty or pictures and information about what they do. We called and spoke to Angel who was able to schedule us to go on the same day. It was a thirty minute drive from where we were staying in Austin. The scenery in Manor is gorgeous and made the drive there lots of fun. We thought we were lost for a moment but once we saw the white fences we knew we were in the right place. This isn't really the cowboy hat Texas kinda place that might be expected. Instead the staff trains Dressage riders for competitions. I was able to see some riders training and it was all very elegant. Angel took good care of us and picked some wonderful horses for us to ride and gave us all the necessary instructions. The trail is beautiful with plenty of hills and small areas where the horses will trot a bit. They are wonderfully well-mannered and we had no problems with them. If you don't mind the drive, I recommend All White Fences.