Located in the "Cowboy Capital of the World," this full-scale resort offers one- to four-bedroom villas, five restaurants, a general store, an 18-hole golf course, a water park complete with a lazy river and a business and conference center. You'll have plenty to do on the property with trails to explore and traditional ranch activities like archery and roping lessons. It offers all-inclusive packages, so it's great for a carefree family vacation.

With packages for everyone from honeymooners to lone travelers to kids looking for adventure, the BlissWood Bed and Breakfast will create an experience that feels like a dream. This ranch has the usual fishing, hiking, biking, trap shooting and archery, but here you can also enjoy picnics by the lily pad-covered lake, horseback riding through the bluebonnet fields, tomahawk throwing and safaris to see animals like peacocks and bison. Check all your troubles at the BlissWood ranch gates.

Stay in rustic cabins at this dude ranch in the Hill Country, where you'll get to know your hosts and fellow guests due to its smaller size and relaxed schedule. The ranch itself is about 230 acres but is connected to Hill Country State National Area, which adds 50-plus miles of trails for riding, mountain biking, hiking and running.

Also located near Hill Country State Park you'll find this all-inclusive resort set on 725 acres of land. At Dixie Dude Ranch, you'll sleep in cozy cabins. Enjoy the activities included in your stay: twice-daily horseback riding, family-style meals, fishing, campfires, an outdoor pool and hot tub, sports courts and nighttime entertainment.

No one does wide-open spaces quite like Prude Ranch. Surrounded by the glorious rolling mountains of Big Bend, this is the place to come for family vacations, corporate retreats and anything in between. Spend your days riding horseback on the rustic trails, relaxing in the pool or just breathing in the fresh air and scenery.

The beautiful Texas Hill Country awaits, promising you cool rivers, scenic horseback rides and buttery, flaky biscuits for breakfast. You’ll find a special brand of southern hospitality from the people at the Mayan Dude Ranch. They guarantee you’ll have a great time with the whole family, swimming in the pool, playing games, dancing under the stars and eating a whole lot of BBQ.

This unique ranch retreat is less than two hours west of Dallas and overlooks the Brazos River. Complete with an infinity pool and hot tub, you'll be able to relax after a long day of horseback riding, fishing and hiking. Other activities on the working guest ranch include skeet shooting, Jeep tours and archery. The resort even has its own steakhouse serving hand-cut steaks. You can choose between a cabin suite, guest house or hotel room for your stay.

Whether you’re looking for a one-day visit or an all-inclusive overnight experience, check out this iconic Bandera dude ranch located less than an hour from San Antonio. You’ll enjoy activities fit for the entire family, including hayrides, campfires, cattle roundups, trail rides, lasso lessons and downtime relaxation at the pool or hot tub. This authentic destination offers accommodations for an upscale ranch vacation, including large porches, homemade meals and made-from-scratch desserts.