Frequently Asked Questions

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Note: Cell service can be spotty. Print or take screenshots before you head our way. 

Star, Texas is located on Hwy. 84, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, approximately 70 miles west of Waco.

Drive to Star, TX. At the intersection of Hwy 84 and FM 1047, turn South on FM 1047. Drive 2.5 miles and The McCasland Ranch entrance is on the right.

We will have signs before you get to the entrance so you can slow down.

We have an area for trailers and tents. There is NO electricity. However, there are bathrooms and showers for you to use.

The closest hotel is in Goldthwaite at the Red Bud Inn approximately 20 miles away. You can also stay in a hotel in Gatesville, approximately 35 miles away.

You may also be able to find an Airbnb house or a Bed and Breakfast.

There is an entry fee of $100 per person. 12 and under are free.

Your entry covers the cost of all your meals, the live entertainment, and the trail ride experience.

All proceeds from the event goes toward helping the kids at New Horizons.

Yes, we have an area close to the trailer area to water your horses.

Registration is from 8:00 AM – 11: 00 AM on Saturday.

Registration and payment required for both Riders ($100) and Non-Riders ($50) – 12 and under (Free)

You can register online or you can register at the event. Either way, you will need to check-in when you arrive.

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Camping is permitted on Friday and Saturday nights.

No meals or services provided on Friday or Sunday.

Camping FAQ

• No electrical hookups available
• There is a designated camping area where you can park your horse trailer/camper and there is plenty of room for many trailers.
• No reservations needed to camp
• Bathrooms and showers are available next to the camping area. Bring your own toiletries.
• Water available for horses close to the camping area

For the day (Saturday):

• Negative Coggins paperwork
• Registration payment for Riders ($100) and/or Non-Riders ($50) – 12 and under (Free)
• Feed for your horse
• (Water for horses on-site)
• Small pen (optional)
• Extra donation money for the auction and raffles
• Lawn chairs
• Dancing boots
• Beverages (regular or alcoholic – we will have complimentary beer and wine available plus mealtime drinks of water and tea)
• A big appetite
• Ready to have fun!

If you’re camping:

Camping is permitted on Friday and Saturday night

No meals or services provided on Friday or Sunday.

• Tent, horse trailer, camper to stay in (no electrical hookups available!)
• Toiletries (we have showers and bathrooms onsite)

Camping FAQ

• No electrical hookups available
• There is a designated camping area where you can park your horse trailer/camper and there is plenty of room for many trailers.
• No reservations needed to camp
• Bathrooms and showers are available next to the camping area. Bring your own toiletries.
• Water is available for horses close to the camping area

This is a rain or shine event! 

Bring your rain suit and mud boots.

You can pay onsite at the event when you arrive on Saturday or you can pay and register online.

Please note that online registration ends Thursday the 13th at 5:00 PM. You can still show up on the day of the event and register!

Either way you register, you will still need to check-in at the event to get your wristband for the day.

We have no hookups or electricity in the camp area. We do have showers and bathrooms near the camping area, so bring toiletries.

We cannot reserve any spots. It’s a first-come-first-serve spot. However, there’s plenty of room for all trailers and tents, so just come on out and see us!

It’s $50 for a non-rider. This covers your meal and entertainment. You can pay onsite or register online.

Yes, feel free to bring your wagon! There will be some areas on the trail where you won’t be able to go, but you can around and meet us later up the trail.

You can view pictures here. We don’t have any for sale, but feel free to reach out to us if you would like to have one.

Cell service is a little spotty. There are certain areas you can walk to get a connection.