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Dude Ranches and Rodeos

Looking for a real Texas vacation? Saddle up and head to one of the state's many working ranches complete with cattle, chuckwagons and cowpokes. More than 70 guest and working ranches in Texas cater to visitors, and city slickers are welcome.

 

With plenty of Western hospitality, these ranches offer you a chance to test your cowboy skills and give you a taste of authentic tradition. Whatever your geographic preference, dude ranches are located all over the Lone Star State. Ride a wildflower-strewn path in the Texas hill country, opt for the stark desert beauty of West Texas, or plan a lakeside adventure. With a myriad of activities, you'll discover a dude ranch isn't all life in the saddle. You can kick back in a rocking chair, spin a tall tale around a campfire or enjoy a cool dip with family and friends. Don't miss the delicious chuckwagon cooked meals -- you can 'git your grub' and eat right out in the wide open spaces.

Scenic Bandera, just northwest of San Antonio, is home to a number of ranches. Nearby Boerne features Western adventure and relaxation on the banks of the picturesque Guadalupe River.

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