About Us

Welcome to Hollow Tree Ranch

Hollow Tree Ranch offers horse riding near New Braunfels TX where you can make memories on one of our 40+ horses.  We provide equestrian services to include lake rides at Canyon Lake, beginner/group lessons or advanced/private lessons. We can host your special events like birthday parties, Quinceanera, wedding or corporate event.  And we can board your horse!

Our Team

Meet The Owners

Jeff Oliver is the founder and owner of the Hollow Tree Ranch. He loves to serve others. His devotion to his faith, family, and business is evident in his every interaction. By teaching, riding, and sharing his own life lessons he gives Hollow Tree Ranch its essence.

Raylene Oliver is Jeff’s bride, helper, and soulmate. She excels in coordinating and scheduling all activities on the ranch, creating a fun-filled environment for your family, and will make you feel right at home.

Together they are the dream team that makes Hollow Tree Ranch the little slice of heaven it is.

Hollow Tree Ranch in New Braunfels TX

Jeff Oliver

Owner, Head Trainer

Horse Riding New Braunfels TX - Hollow Tree Ranch

Raylene Oliver

Co-Owner, Business manager

Horse Riding New Braunfels TX - Hollow Tree Ranch
Who We Are

Hollow Tree Ranch

At Hollow Tree Ranch we are family and we want to treat you like family when you visit us to enjoy a trail ride, take private lessons, or board your horse with us.

Check out our video to see what makes us special and why you should book your next horse lesson or trail ride with us.

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Our Ranch

Hollow Tree Ranch is a God-inspired slice of Texas hill country heaven. Our horses train riders on more than just equestrian skills; they learn discipline, control, and how to enjoy the great outdoors.

This 20 acre, easily accessible ranch offers visitors solitude, peace, and an escape from their hectic lives. Jeff and Raylene Oliver live and operate Hollow Tree Ranch 6 days a week along with their children. 

A wide range of enjoyable activities are available that focus on horses and people working together. Riding lessons, trail rides, roping lessons, physical therapy and special events such as birthday parties are all available.

Trail Rides and Horse Riding at Hollow Tree Ranch
Lessons at Hollow Tree Ranch
Common Questions

FAQs

What is the age limit?
<p>For beginner and advanced lessons at Hollow Tree Ranch, all riders must be at least 8 years old. For trail rides at Canyon Lake, all riders must be at least 12 years old. <strong>No exceptions</strong>.</p>
Why is there a weight limit?
<p id="yui_3_17_2_1_1697088918684_220" class="">There is a weight limit in place for the safety of the horses and the safety of our riders. Now, there is a difference between a 230 lb person who is 5 foot 2 and one who is 6 foot 5. Some folks are strong enough to handle their own weight while others struggle too much. It is <strong>very uncommon</strong> that we can’t accommodate someone. Here are our current weight restrictions:</p> <p class="">6’+ : 230 lbs max</p> <p class="">5’6” - 5’11’: 175 lbs max</p> <p class="">5’ - 5’5”: 160 lbs max</p> <p class="">Below 5’: 140 lbs max</p> <p class="">If you have any questions, please <a href="/contact-us">Contact Us</a>.</p>
Where do I request to schedule a trail ride?
<p>For scheduling a 1.5 hour lake ride, you can book those <a href="https://1hourtrailride-canyon-lake.youcanbook.me/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a>.</p><p>For scheduling lessons, learn more on our <a href="/horse-riding-lessons/">Lessons</a> page.</p><p>You will also be able to fill out and sign your release form <a href="/release-form/">HERE</a>.</p>
How many riders can go on a trail ride?
<p>The maximum numbers of riders for a lake trail ride at Canyon Lake is 8, with a minimum of 4 riders per time slot.</p>
What should I bring?
There is nothing that we require you to bring; however, we prefer if you wear closed toe shoes, drink water, and wear sunscreen.
Do I need experience?
No experience is needed, we teach you all you need for a basic horse trail ride.
How often are lessons?
<p>For our beginner riders, typically lessons are twice a week. For our advanced riders we offer private lessons up to five times per week sold in monthly packages. Learn more on our <a href="/horse-riding-lessons/">Lessons</a> page.</p>
How do I signup for lessons?
<p>You can learn more about the various types of beginner and advanced, private lessons we offer on our <a href="/horse-riding-lessons/">Lessons</a> page.</p>
Do I need to sign a release form?
<p><span style="font-style: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif;">Yes.  We require all riders to fill out and sign a </span><a href="/release-form/">release form</a><span style="font-style: inherit; color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif;">.</span></p>
Do you offer Gift Cards?
<p>Yes, we offer <a href="/gift-cards">Gift Cards</a>!</p>
Do you offer a Military discount?
<p>Military (Active Duty & Veteran) discounts are available at 10%. Please show your military or veteran ID at time of your ride or when you arrive at our ranch.</p>
What is your Privacy Policy?
<p class=""><strong><em>Your personal information is confidential.</em></strong></p><p class="">It is the policy of Hollow Tree Ranch to <strong>never</strong> sell any information about you - either personal information you provide or information that is collected automatically. We will only share information as required by law or with your expressed written consent.</p><p class="">Our website collects some information automatically (which pages you view, your IP address, the host name, and browser type you are using) and we will not sell this information with others or share it except as required by law.</p><p class="">This policy applies to the HollowTreeRanch.com website as well as all of our related domains and sites.  We reserve the right at any time and without notice to change this Privacy Policy simply by posting such changes on our site. Any such change will be effective immediately upon posting.</p><p>Read our full <a href="/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>.</p>
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