Bring the kids somewhere they can trade screens for saddles and get a real taste of ranch life. At Wildcatter Ranch, the youngest members of your family can groom a horse, climb into the saddle, try their hand at archery, or simply spend the afternoon exploring the property. It’s real ranch fun, with plenty of room for kids to be kids.
Planning a ranch getaway with the little ones? Here’s what to know before coming to Wildcatter:
12:00pm | 15 minutes | $20 per per child
Perfect for our younger cowboys and cowgirls, this experience features a full-sized horse walked by a wrangler on a lead rope. Your child will get to experience the height and feel of a real Texas ranch horse in a safe, controlled environment. It’s the perfect introduction to the saddle and a must-have photo opportunity for your family.
- Child must be 3 to 9 years of age
*Please note: rates do not include local taxes or wrangler gratuities.*
30 minutes | $50 per per child
This is great for kids ages 6 to 9 who are not old enough to join a trail ride, but want more freedom than a lead-rope-guided walk with our Youth Horse Ride. Kids will enjoy riding in our arena without a lead rope for a little more freedom and fun! This is at a walking pace, no trotting.
- Ages 6–9
- "Guest request" activity. Please ask our Front Desk to book and wranglers will confirm the final time the night before.
*Please note: rates do not include local taxes or wrangler gratuities.*
2:45pm | 30 minutes | $40 per person | 8 slots total
Test your aim with the pull of the bow at our archery range! Instructors will assist with learning the bow and getting the arrow on target. This introduction to a classic ranch skill is fun for the whole family.
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*Please note: rates do not include local taxes or wrangler gratuities.*
9am | 20 minutes | $15 per person
Horses are special creatures that everyone should be able to enjoy. If a trail ride wasn’t enough for you, or you would just like to spend some time with a horse without riding, sign up for our horse care and grooming lesson.
- All ages welcome!
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*Please note: rates do not include local taxes or wrangler gratuities.*
9am | 10 minutes | $20 per person
We’ll show you how to brand using 4 leather coasters to keep as souvenirs.
Add-on leather items to brand are available for an additional price. Feel free to bring anything of your own you'd like to add too!
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*Please note: rates do not include local taxes or wrangler gratuities.*
1:30pm or 2:45pm | 30 minute ride
$40 per guest | Limit 5 people
Private jeep tour: flat rate of $200 | Up to 5 people
Wildcatter Ranch Tours take you up Kisinger Mountain around the Brazos River and back around to the horse barn. It’s a great sightseeing opportunity for kids! Your little cowgirls and cowboys will be able to keep their eyes peeled for wildlife while taking in the views.
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*Please note: rates do not include local taxes or wrangler gratuities.*
Some of the best ranch memories don’t cost a thing. Fish at the bass tank, visit the Longhorns, meet Travis the donkey and Jewel the horse, or grab a game from the lobby.
Our kids camps give young cowboys and cowgirls the chance to experience ranch life in a fun, hands-on way. Camp offerings change throughout the year, so check back often to see what's coming up and reserve your child's spot before they're gone.
- Activity times will be confirmed by 8pm the day before to ensure heat safety.
- Most activities will be at their scheduled time, with the possibility of afternoon activities moved earlier if needed.
- Horses and staff are restricted to working below 100° Fahrenheit and above 35° Fahrenheit.
- Due to the very late sunset time, there are NO Sunset Rides available June through October.
- Wildcatter is open 365 Days a year, but if the weather is extreme, activity times may be altered. Guests will be alerted of these changes or cancellations the morning of the activity.
- 24-Hour Cancellation Policy. All activities are non-refundable within 24 hours of the scheduled activity.
This is for guests not staying the night. Activities can be booked between 2 weeks - 2 days in advance, paid in full. Contact info@WildcatterRanch.com to book!
Wildcatter Ranch and Resort is a very large property, and you will need a car to enjoy it. The horse barn where most activities take place is in the valley, while the Steakhouse and Lodging are up on the mountain top. The distance is not walkable.
Breakfast and Dinner are served daily, but Wildcatter Steakhouse is not open for lunch outside of pre-ordered boxed lunches received two weeks in advance.
You will want to enjoy the small town of Graham, TX (15 minutes away) for lunch and shopping for antiques and local goods. Mineral Wells and Possum Kingdom Lake are also nearby and great places to shop, eat and find some fun activities.
There's no better place to live like a cowboy and experience authentic Texas ranch activities. Book your stay today and start planning your Wildcatter adventure!
