Mayan Dude Ranch  

High in Texas Hill Country, 47 miles northwest of San Antonio in Bandera’s walkable town center. Steps from Bandera Beach Club, Bandera City Park and the Frontier Times Museum, Mayan Dude Ranch puts you close to town while feeling off the grid. It’s a family-friendly, all-inclusive ranch package with horseback riding and nightly entertainment.

Think warm western hospitality and rustic, ranch-style vibes beside the Medina River. Common areas include a pool with the Cowboy Dome Pavilion and a Riverside Gazebo. The property also features nature trails and authentic dinosaur tracks for a quirky local twist.

Daily horseback riding and guided trail rides, swimming in an outdoor pool, roping, fishing, shooting range access, tennis, volleyball, ping pong and shuffleboard. Nightly entertainment ranges from country dances to variety shows. Ranch package includes lodging, meals and daily activities; complimentary beer, wine and sodas are served until 10:00 p.m. Free parking and elevator access available.

Start with a hearty Cowboy Breakfast, then lunch poolside or in the dining room. Evenings range from riverside barbecues to Texas-sized steaks at Hicksville, plus an on-site bar and restaurant. Note: meals are included in the ranch package (brunch and supper only from June to mid‑August).