At Rancho Cortez, we don't just provide you with things to do -- we provide you with an authentic Hill Country cowboy experience!
In addition to scenic trail rides and traditional dude ranch fun, you can also take advantage of an innovative fitness program at Rancho Cortez.
You'll find activities for everyone, including:
All of our activities are designed to help you unwind and truly appreciate the rugged and rural lifestyle of traditional cowboys. No matter what activity you choose, know that you are taking part in something bigger: a part of our nation's history!
If your focus is fitness, the Hill Country Health and Fitness Center at Rancho Cortez is just for you. Get energized with guided hikes, water aerobics, and classes with trained instructors in the fully-appointed, air-conditioned gym. Additional nutrition and health classes may also be available during your stay. Our ranch chef prepares special fitness cuisine meals as well, to help you reach your fitness goals.
Our Dude Ranch guests and Fitness Ranch guests enjoy our covered deck and outdoor hot tub and two great pools -- one outdoor and one indoor (heated in the fall and winter months!). Meandering walkways, benches, swings, and secluded porches also give you ample opportunity to relax in the beautiful Hill Country surroundings at the ranch. You can also unwind in the air-conditioned ranch lodge, complete with books, TV, and games.
Whether you are an experienced equestrian or have never set foot near a horse, horseback riding is a great way to experience the true beauty of the Hill Country. This is the perfect place to bring your guests, let them saddle up, and show them some true Texan heritage!
There's just nothing like an old-fashioned hay ride! The perfect activity for the whole family, hay rides are your chance to see wildlife and relax while spending quality time with friends and loved ones.
The overnight campout is your chance to fully experience pioneer life in the Hill Country, and spend a day living like the cowboys and cowgirls who first settled in the region!
Have you ever wanted to learn to barrel race or run poles? Here at Rancho Cortez, you'll get your chance with private riding lessons. Take advantage of individualized instruction. Whether a novice rider or an advanced level rider, our trainers will design a riding program specifically for you. Come for a day's lesson or train with us for years to come.
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Discover the thrill of an authentic round-up! Hop on a horse and help us get real Rancho Cortez cows rounded together and put in a pen. Think of the movie "City Slicker" and you'll get the idea. Instead of days on a cattle drive, you'll bring 'em in within several hours.
Back in the old days -- you know, before video games and online chat rooms -- barrel racing and pole bending were some of the most thrilling activities for the young and young at heart! Here at Rancho Cortez, we want you to have some old-school fun and learn how to ride in these events yourself in our horse arena.
Tired of sitting at a desk or in front of the TV all day? Get your body moving and grab some fresh air as you hike through the great vastness and natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country.
Get in shape in a truly inspiring environment, away from the daily pressures of city life! At Rancho Cortez, there are endless ways for you to spend your time having fun while achieving your fitness goals.
In South Texas, tubing down nearby rivers is a classic and cherished summer activity! Make it part of your Rancho Cortez vacation with a visit to the Medina River.
San Antonio and its surrounding towns are renowned for both their southern hospitality and picturesque appearance. There's no better time than during your stay at Rancho Cortez to explore the local culture and make the most of what it has to offer!
When it comes to shopping in the Hill Country, the nearby towns are filled with hidden treasures and antiques galore. Of course, San Antonio offers wonderful "city shopping!"
Bring your mountain bike and get your exercise in while enjoying some of our most beautiful and breathtaking sites! There's no better, healthier way to see this much Texas Hill Country terrain at once.
One of our most popular activities, bird watching is many guests' favorite way to get an intimate look at native Hill Country wildlife. Avid birders or those experiencing birding for the first time, could get a glimpse of rare and endangered birds of the South West. So bring your binoculars and guide book, and get a little closer to some of the feathered critters who call Rancho Cortez their home!
