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Brazos Bluffs Ranch, LLC
7007 Gholson Rd, Waco, TX 76705, United States
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Ta
Review №1

I have been on a group trail ride before, but this experience is my favorite. The Bluffs are beautiful and our guide was really friendly.She knew a lot about the place and made it fun. She made sure everyone was comfortable with their horse before we headed out to the trail. Our guide made sure to stop and take photos of us all on our horses.The horses are always a little unpredictable but we had an easy drama free ride. I highly recommend trying out the horseback riding at Brazos Bluffs.The 90 minute group trail is just long enough to have a nice ride and it’s affordable. They have many other options for private rides, couples, kids, and sunset rides with drinks and little picnic at the top of the hill.

Je
Review №2

Wonderful trail ride, we had a group of nine. Our guides and the country side was wonderful.

Ki
Review №3

What an incredible experience! I had Ricky & Ruthie as our tour guide and they were the sweetest !My boyfriend and I had Smokey & Charlie to ride and they were phenomenal .

Ma
Review №4

This was an EXTREMELY PEACEFUL part of our trip to Waco. Hannah and Ricky were our guides and they created an awesome experience for us. It was the highlight of the week for our kiddos. We thought it would be way too hot for the ride, but it wasnt the case because most of the ride was in wooded areas. The horses did great and the scenery was amazing. I would recommend this experience for anyone stopping thru Waco.

Me
Review №5

We had such a great time doing the sunset ride! It was our first time and it was so much fun! The trail was beautiful and our tour guides were so much fun! If you are in the area don’t pass this up!

ca
Review №6

One of my favorite trail rides ever!!! The guides were very professional and amazing to work with. Great place for first time riders to experienced riders. We will definitely be coming back.

Fe
Review №7

Nice adventure on the back of the horses going through the ranch to the Brazos River. The staff was great, and horses were so good and calm: suitable for every age.

Sa
Review №8

Today was a beautiful day for a trail ride. There were 6 in our group. 3 adults and 3 kids (7,8,9 yrs old). We brought my son for his birthday and had a blast. He cant stop talking about it. Taylor was our guide. She was super sweet and very good with the kids. The kids are already asking to go to the summer camp and come back again for their birthdays next year... Thank you Taylor ️

Au
Review №9

The guides were absolutely great. Very friendly and knowledgeable. My group and I had a great time riding the trails as we were able to simply sit back and relax due to the amount of experience the horses have.

Ho
Review №10

Awesome time with a great and friendly staff.. felt super comfortable with the horses. Even if you have no experience riding, you will be a pro at the end. Highly recommend. Bring the family and boots . Good job, ladies!! Enjoyed riding Rocket and Billy.

Le
Review №11

Experienced and kind guides allow riders the trail riding experience. Meander through shaded groves, wild flower prairies and atop scenic bluffs over looking the ravines below. Highly recommended for new and experienced riders.

Mi
Review №12

The team there was fantastic and we had a Fantastic time. Very professional!!

ba
Review №13

Our sunset trail ride was spectacular! Lem and his team were knowledgeable and helpful. The ride through the forest was calm and cool, a great reprieve from the hot June sun. The view from the cliffs over the Brazos has to be one of the prettiest in Texas. We will absolutely be returning!

Mi
Review №14

Great horseback ride with Ricky as our guide. It was wonderful!

St
Review №15

I took my family for an adventurous 1 hour horse back ride at Brazos Bluffs a couple days ago. We arrived at 10am and were greeted by Trail Guide Ricky Bates. My 7 year old was riding for her very first time and my wife and son were riding for the 2nd time. I must say Ricky was tremendous! He understood immediately that my family would need a little more help than the average rider and helped my daughter overcome her immediate fear once she got on the horse.I couldnt ride myself but was welcomed to take a hike on the property while my family went riding. The trails through the woods were very well kept and there was plenty of birds to check out as well as plant life. I thoroughly enjoyed my hike and relaxing wait on the rocking chairs for my family to return. They all arrived safe and with some of the biggest smiles I have ever seen on their faces.I would recommend Brazos Bluffs to everyone. We simply had a day trip to Waco to check out Magnolia but came away with the horse back riding as the highlight of the entire day surpassing every other experience we had in town.

He
Review №16

My kids loved this! Lem is a great guide, and very kind. One of my children had fear of riding by herself, but Lem calmed her worries, and the horse she rode was perfect. She was smiling the whole ride! We’ll be back soon!

Te
Review №17

I had a blast with my girlfriend this past week at Brazos Bluff Stables. Lem, our guide and business owner is top notch! Well definitely be back and I cant wait to see the great things that are to come out of Brazos Bluff.Highly recommended!

Jo
Review №18

Great time! Thank you Ricky and Rem.

Ca
Review №19

The day was perfect. The view was great. Nice enjoyable ride. Horses were friendly. We really liked our guide. Very friendly and made sure we were informed and comfortable. Very knowledgeable of the horses.

Hi
Review №20

It was really nice to go in a horseback riding. It indefinitely for beginners since you are not allowed to ride by yourself. The property is really beautiful and the personnel are supper attentive.

De
Review №21

The guide was very nice and the trail ride was fun with a lot of scenic views! The horses were beautiful & tame & one of them was comical! I enjoyed myself & loved Billy the Palamino I rode! I would love to ride there again sometime & I told some friends

Ka
Review №22

This is a GREAT place to enjoy a quiet evening ride through some breathtaking scenery on some well-trained animals and a very knowledgeable trail guide. I highly recommend this team- they were a joy to work with, the experience was unparalleled and the service was top-notch. Thank you Brazos Bluffs!

Ru
Review №23

Excellent horse, guide and views..definitely will do this trail ride again

Ju
Review №24

It is a very nice cabin to stay at. The river access and fishing was excellent. It is worth noting you cannot see the river from the cabin. Wildlife spotted: bald eagle, deer, snakes, variety of fish, hawks. Heard coyote pups as well. All in all a good time can be had here with ease.

Ch
Review №25

Its beautiful the staff is awesome and beautiful the horses are gorgeously beautiful and its so great if i could i would go every day

Sh
Review №26

Went for a tour with my daughter and three grandchildren. We had so much fun! The scenery is beautiful, the staff is very friendly and informative. The horses were gorgeous and well trained. I would highly recommend this place.

As
Review №27

Taylor was an awesome guide!! She was so fun, easy to talk to, and informative! It was a very relaxing and beautiful ride! I will definitely be going back with friends!

Jo
Review №28

It was amazing. I went on the Sunset Ride with my girlfriend and came back with my Fiancée! It was an amazing experience and they were incredibly helpful. Lem was a fantastic guide! He took lots of beautiful pictures! I would highly recommend this place.

Br
Review №29

Really nice location. Easy to get to from the Metroplex. Very friendly owner and accommodating folks. Trial guide was very nice guy who shared lots of good information. The horses were well behaved, and the scenery is beautiful! Very relaxing, and nice place to go for a horseback ride!Look forward to returning!

Br
Review №30

Nice trail. Ricky, our guide, was great!Highly recommend.

Kr
Review №31

I’ve been on a few horseback rides in the past, but this was by far the best! The owners are very hospitable and would literally give you the boots off their feet if you needed them! That’s the type of people they are! Ricky was an outstanding guide giving us lessons and tips on horse riding and even some history and stories about the area! The ride was beautiful and so enjoyable! My friend was a little timid to go at first and by the end she was wishing that it had been a longer ride! Thank you for such a great experience Hannah and Ricky!

Ca
Review №32

My best friend and I went today and we had a very relaxing experience. Our trail guide was full of great stories and expertise. The trail itself is picturesque!Actually had a difficult time arranging our visit because of weather but Lem made it so very easy.Highly recommend!!

J
Review №33

Great experience for my wife and I while on vacation. The guide was very attentive to all those on the ride, both experienced and non experienced. A good reminder of what life is all about.

Ra
Review №34

Ricky Bates was an incredible tour guide for our group. We got to the river right at sunset and it was beautiful. I would highly recommend Ricky as a guide as well as Brazos Bluffs Stables as a whole!

Ma
Review №35

Ricky and Jeremy were great! We went as a big group of 10 and it was a nice experience. A lot of us were itching to do more than just follow the trail but others in our group had little to no experience so we couldnt. Horses were very obedient and beautiful. We arrived, signed waivers, and were helped onto our horses and given tips and instructions on how to ride. But many of the horses know what theyre doing so I never felt unsafe. Beautiful view of the river towards the end of the trail and they take free pictures of you/your group which they share with you after the ride.

An
Review №36

We loved the ride with Lem, we did it as our last activity on the way out of town. It ended up being the highlight of our trip!

St
Review №37

I’m visiting from New York and a friend recommended we go here. The whole experience was a dream come true! Not only was everyone so friendly, but educated me on what to do and how to respond with the horses that made riding one feel natural.

Br
Review №38

We had a great time on our ride today! The horses are so gentle and the guides were friendly. The trail was beautiful, and fun.

al
Review №39

My husband and I spent our anniversary at Brazos this past Wens. and it was wonderful! The weather called for rain on our original day and they we’re so nice to offer the night before so we wouldn’t have to cancel. We did the sunset option and brought our own bottle of wine and it was so romantic, we highly recommend anyone visiting the area to choose Brazos!

Co
Review №40

My wife and I did the 2 hour sunset trail ride. It was perfect! We rode the trails with Ricky and Peter who are excellent guides. We saw some beautiful sights and had some great conversations with Mr. Ricky. I would definitely recommend doing this!-CL

Ni
Review №41

Surprised my horse loving husband for our 12 yr anniversary with a Sunset Horseback ride. It was a beautiful experience we will never forget and highly recommend.

Ye
Review №42

We had a wonderful time visiting Brazos Bluffs Ranch! If you’re looking for outdoor activities this is a great place to visit for kids and adults alike. The Brazos Bluffs Ranch is located just north of Waco on the beautiful Brazos River. They are professional, safety-conscious, and very friendly. With the upcoming holidays, we plan to visit again soon!

sa
Review №43

I was petrified to get on the horse! Ricky helped me so much,walked me through everything and calmed my nerves! He shmoozed the whole trail ride,so that 20 minutes in, i was so comfortable, I fell in love with the horse,and now i want one. Highly recommend for newbies like myself and everyone! Definitely want to come back again !

Ja
Review №44

Very friendly young lady. Beautiful horses!

Tw
Review №45

Add this to your things to do in Texas you wont regret it!

ke
Review №46

Absolutely loved riding here. We had Lem(sorry if I spelled that wrong) as our guide and he was more than amazing. The ride was smooth and relaxing. The property was beautiful and the horses were very well trained. I recommend horse back riding here 5/5 stars from me ️ Cannot wait to come back and ride again.

Sa
Review №47

We had our first ride today. Great guide, great horses and beautiful scenery. We will definitely be back hopefully on a regular basis.

Vi
Review №48

This is a non-touristy ranch with a hometown feel perfect for anyone. The owners personally stayed late to take our group of 6 on a sunset ride. So glad we decided to come!

na
Review №49

Really enjoyed our ride. We have two little girls ages 6&8 with no riding experience and they had a blast. They were take what to do and it guide had the patience to help them when they needed it!

Sh
Review №50

This place is amazing! My husband and I had a wonderful time! The trail rider was so much fun and told the best stories! The horses were awesome and the trails were super fun! The view of the bluffs were beautiful! If you’re looking for a fun, safe trail ride with beautiful scenery, this is the place to go!!

Ad
Review №51

My boyfriend and i had a blast today.. Our horses where absolutely amazing liberty and smokey.. A very special thanks to our guide Naman Brown.. Will definitely bring back friends next time.. Will be recommending..

Ki
Review №52

Beautiful and fun!

cj
Review №53

Went to Brazos yesterday with my wife and two daughters. My youngest (6 yrs old) has ridden small horses before was a little nervous being on such a large horse. Before the ride began, she said she didnt want to go. Instead of letting her and her mom off, Rick our guide took the guide rope and told her to relax and he would help her out. He kept her by his side for the entire ride, talking with her and making her comfortable. Halfway through the first half of the ride, she was completely comfortable and enjoying the ride. He did a great job! I would highly recommend this place for inexperienced riders and those who want to go for a nice scenic ride along nice trails. I will definitely be going back.

Sa
Review №54

A lovely ride around beautiful scenery. Joseph was very friendly and experienced and made everyone feel welcome. Thank you-from the UK!

Ka
Review №55

This place is amazing! Highly recommend it! Breathtaking views and great service! Will definitely come

Ch
Review №56

The horseback riding was awesome and the people were very nice. My horse billy did a killer job

Ti
Review №57

Very peaceful ride. I went in the morning and all the butterflies were about with the wildflowers in bloom. The Brazos river was over its banks and it was amazing to look above it in its grandure. Our guide was very pleasant and knew when to speak and when to let nature do its thing. I will return and tell others.

St
Review №58

We are from California and my husband doesnt really ride but found Brazos Bluffs Stables as a surprise for me and we did the sunset ride with our guide Ricky Bates and it was awesome. Very gentle horses and Ricky was great. We will be back in Texas in 2 years and will be riding with them again!

Al
Review №59

Myself and my daughter went on 3/21/19. For her 18 birthday she has never ridden before. We had a great ride it is a beautiful place and the horses were very gentle we felt very safe. If you want a great riding experience with friends or family I highly recommend this place.

Kr
Review №60

The trail ride was the highlight of our Waco trip. Ricky Bates was the most amazing trail guide! It was my first time riding so I was a little nervous, but he made us comfortable by explaining everything every step of the way. The horses were very calm and well trained. The trail is absolutely beautiful! I loved this experience very much. Thank you Ricky for an amazing ride, it definitely would not have been the same without you. We would love to come back sometime!

Cr
Review №61

Super fun. The staffs are super friendly and helpful!

Ta
Review №62

Took my daughter and granddaughter and we loved it. Ricky was our guide and did an awesome job! We would definitely do it again.

WI
Review №63

Absolutely loved it I hope to come again soon

Pe
Review №64

Had a great time.. laid back and easy going.. kinda wish they had something for more experienced riders but still none the less had a great time

Ju
Review №65

I went on a trail ride with Lem (hope Im spelling that right) and it was majestic. Such a beautiful property and I am a novice horseback rider and they just made it so easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend a visit! Our family stayed at the cabin and it was heaven on earth. We cant wait to return.

pa
Review №66

My granddaughter and I had a blast!!! She is ready to ride again. Thumbs up to Lem. You were great

Ju
Review №67

We really enjoyed the views and our guide was super friendly

Mo
Review №68

Our trail guides were awesome! The experience was great for everyone in our group. BEAUTIFUL view at the buff. Our 6 kids and teens said it was the best of our two day trip to Waco!

Ad
Review №69

Lem was great!

Mi
Review №70

Ride was exceptional and our guide was exceptional as well. Very informative, courteous and helpful. I will highly recommend this riding stable in the future.

Ch
Review №71

So much fun! Horses well taken care of. Guide was very knowledgeable

Be
Review №72

I recently brought some friends here and had a really enjoyable time. Our riding instructor was friendly and knowledgeable. Overall, a good time was had by all:) Definitely recommend this place!!

An
Review №73

Thank you Brazos Bluffs Stables! My wife and I were in the Waco area, traveling from Kansas City. This was one the highlights of the trip...easy and comfortable ride, beautiful terrain/countryside. Can’t say enough about how non-commercialized this was. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.

Di
Review №74

Horses were clean, well fed, sound,gentle. Views were amazing safe trail.

Ef
Review №75

Very personal. Ricky was superb especially with my kids. Horses are well looked after and the area is gorgeous.

da
Review №76

It was a peaceful, romantic ride with a gorgeous view.

Bo
Review №77

Enjoy riding at Brazos Bluffs, beautiful scenery for a nice ride.

Ja
Review №78

Ricky is an awesome guide and they have a pretty much unlimited amount of trails and area available. They have a cabin that sits on a lake that we definitely plan on staying at as well!

na
Review №79

Lem was a great guide for the trail ride. Wife and kiddos had a great time!

Ey
Review №80

A beautiful day and a wonderful ride. Ricky was great at explaining everything. The horses had their own personalities which made things interesting, but also well trained so it wasnt too exciting. Overall a good time.

La
Review №81

Everyone was so kind and knowledgeable.

An
Review №82

My wife and I went horseback riding here for our wedding anniversary. We were first time riders, and Ricky Bates made us comfortable by explaining us how to ride from the start and every step along the the trail. We had an excellent time and would love to come back soon. Thank you Ricky!

Am
Review №83

Guides were very friendly! Accommodating to all ages. The view was beautiful and the horses were very calm. Thanks Steve!

Ti
Review №84

Booked a ride during a girls trip & were looking forward to it all week. Ricky Bates & this place did not disappoint!! Very thorough instructions & a very caring approach! Several of the horses have interesting personalities, but they are all so well trained and were lead and followed well. The experience far exceeded my expectations!

Ci
Review №85

We had a wonderful ride! Ricky is a great trail boss and the horses did a very good job. Thank y’all!

Lo
Review №86

Awesome ride, beautiful and peaceful. Our guides were great, well worth it!! Thanks guys!!

Kr
Review №87

Amazing views, and such kind people! One of my favorite parts of our road trip to Texas. We wanted to go back the next day it was such a fun and beautiful ride! Horses were calm and listened well!

Ca
Review №88

Perfect place to take out of town guests.Totally Charming.

Tr
Review №89

Excellent service and family friendly.

ka
Review №90

Great tour guide, horses were great. Espescially for my Autistic son!

Br
Review №91

We had a great time! Our guide was Namon, he was the best and sweetest guy!

Tn
Review №92

Beautiful location overlooking the river, surrounded by forest and far from it all! Ideal for our Dinner & Ride for 16 yesterday. Hannah and her team prepared a fabulous steak dinner with Lem a master of the Argentinian grill! Lovely unexpected details like fresh flowers, candles and a keyboardist inside a screened in pavilion with open fire in the center. Relaxed atmosphere with a large deck and cafe lights from which to watch the sun set. All four courses tasted great, the care of staff was outstanding and the atmosphere so serene. Definitely come for a ride, or pair it with a dinner. You won’t be disappointed!

St
Review №93

We went horseback riding here with a young cowboy as our guide for just my wife and me. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made us feel comfortable. Beautiful land and river.

le
Review №94

I got a great deal on Groupon for a 1 hr ride for 2.we had a really enjoyable time. awesome property, great views and the young man that was our guide could not have been any friendlier, made us feel secure and at ease the entire ride!A+place, Id definitely recommend Brazos at the Bluffs to anyone wanting to take a great ride on great at a great location

An
Review №95

What an absolute joy it was to ride with Ricky! Cant think of a better place to watch the sunset over Texas than on the back of a horse overlooking the Brazos river.

An
Review №96

It was a great time and a beautiful ride. Would recommend

Su
Review №97

Great guide calm horses and beautiful views at every turn. This was the highlight of our trip. Follow the directions on website otherwise you may miss your turn. Absolutely loved it and can’t wait to come back.

Ca
Review №98

Amazing first experience on a horse! Would definitely go back!

Pa
Review №99

Great horseback riding experience.

Je
Review №100

Lem is an amazing young man and this trail is FANTASTIC!!!

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  • Address:7007 Gholson Rd, Waco, TX 76705, United States
  • Site:http://brazosbluffsranch.com/
  • Phone:+1 254-722-9182
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Outdoor equestrian facility
  • Horseback riding service
Working hours
  • Monday:8am–6pm
  • Tuesday:8am–6pm
  • Wednesday:8am–6pm
  • Thursday:8am–6pm
  • Friday:8am–6pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:8am–6pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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