BlissWood Bed & Breakfast Ranch
BlissWood Bed and Breakfast Ranch is the prefect destination for equestrians looking for an authentic Texas ranch experience. Just one hour west of Houston, our 350-acre working guest ranch feels worlds away. Explore our property on horseback following miles of country roads and trails winding through the ranch. Gallop through open meadows bursting with bluebonnet flowers in the spring, relax on the banks our private fishing lakes, and then ride back through majestic groves of Live Oaks. Wildlife and ranch animals also abound, including Angus cattle, miniature donkeys, Black Buck Antelope, native deer and even American Bison.
We welcome horse lovers of all skill levels and ages, whether you are an experienced rider or just starting out! We have excellent horses available at the ranch for lessons and group rides, as well as boarding facilities for guests bringing their own horses. Book our BYOH (Bring Your Own Horse) Package for the ultimate Texas getaway, including room and board for your noble steed, horseshoe games, picnic lunch, dinner and a campfire setup for you each night!
Our historic home and cabin rentals are the perfect place to relax after a long day in the saddle. Enjoy your own little piece of the West, along with the convenience of your own kitchen to prepare meals. Relax on the front porch with a cold drink while taking in pastoral views and recounting tales of your day’s adventures. Most of our accommodations also feature Jacuzzis or private outdoor hot tubs for a relaxing soak, and they are all pet friendly if you want to bring along man’s other best friend! If you are looking for unforgettable equestrian vacation, you have found it! Visit us online at www.blisswood.net and start planning your Texas getaway today! www.blisswood.net
Hunewill Ranch
The wide open meadows of the Hunewill Ranch, bordered by spectacular mountain peaks, offer world class horseback riding. Equestrians of all levels and ages enjoy the variety of terrain and the different rides offered. With over 100 horses to choose from, a great match is almost guaranteed between horse & rider. Beginning, intermediate, advanced, and adult walking rides go out at 9:00 a.m. and at 2:00 p.m. Rides are not nose to tail, and loping is offered to all who want to experience it. Moving cattle is available at least once during every stay. Those who want more cattle work should try one of the following stays; Spring Cattle Work, Fall Cattle Work, Big Fall Cattle Gather, or Hunewill Ranch Cattle Drive in November. Private horse corrals are provided for those who prefer to bring their own horse.
Evening activities include roping practice, square dancing, hay ride, talent night, game night, colt gentling, and campfire with singing. Hiking, fishing, and site seeing are also available. Guests stay in comfortable cottages with private bath and porch. Upscale home style meals are served in the dining room which is part of the original Victorian style ranch house, built in 1880.
Hunewill Ranch is located 2 hours south of Reno, Nevada and 1/2 hour from the border of Yosemite National Park. Family owned and operated since 1861, it is a working cattle ranch that has been providing the opportunity to make lifelong memories for guests since 1931. The ranch is open from the end of May to the middle of October; and in November for the annual cattle drive to the winter ranch. Rates include meals, lodging, horseback riding and evening activities.
Call or email to make a reservation for 3 to 7 nights. See our website and newsletter. www.hunewillranch.com, info@hunewillranch.com
760-932-7710 – summer • 776-465-2201 – winter
Rock Creek Pack Station
Just four hours north of the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles and an easy three hours south of Reno, Nevada, is Bishop California. Tucked away in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains is the home base for one of the area’s premier wilderness adventures, Rock Creek Pack Station.
Rock Creek Pack Station is a family friendly operation that guides camping trips through the Sierra Nevada Wilderness and Yosemite National Park. This is just the place to take your summer vacation to a whole new level. With multiple riding and hiking trail options they are sure to have a trip to fit most any need.
Track wild horses and relive the Old West in the seldom-visited Pizona area of the lnyo National Forest. From a central meadow camp, riders will track the mustangs in their natural forest habitat. Observe and photograph herds and wildflowers. Enjoy spectacular sunsets over the Sierra and White Mountains while the cook prepares dinner over an open fire. Later, around the campfire, our experienced tracker guides will share their knowledge of the wild horses and other wildlife. Learn about the social behavior of the horses and their current struggle.
• Benton Hot Springs Mustang Trail Ride May 13-17, 2022
• Mustangs A Living Legacy May 21-24, 2022
Join us to ride in Pizona searching out and observing Wild Mustangs.
• Wild Mustangs of the Adobe Valley, Ken Lee Photography Workshop and Tour
May 27-30, 2022, June 1-4, 2022, June 11-14, 2022
Photographer Ken Lee will help you to improve your photography skills!
• Wild Mustang Photography with Ivana Crone, May 24-27, 2022, June 4-7, 2022 and June 8-11, 2022
• Mustangs A Living Legacy 2, June 16-19, 2022
Find out more about Rock Creek Pack Station or book a vacation at
RockCreekPackStation.com