Black Beauty Ranch was founded in 1979 in Murchison, Texas, by author and animal advocate Cleveland Amory. With over 1,400 acres, it is now one of America's largest and most diverse animal sanctuaries, home to nearly 650 domestic and exotic animals, many of whom have been rescued from near-death situations.
The residents at Black Beauty Ranch were saved from research laboratories, law enforcement seizures and cruelty cases. Others have been rescued from roadside zoos or were former victims of the exotic pet trade. Still others came from public lands where they were threatened with extermination by the federal government. Bison and cattle, horses and burros, antelope and apes, reptiles and tigers: All have permanent, safe homes at the ranch.
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Discover Black Beauty Ranch
Visit us and experience the joy and peace of our sanctuary in person! We offer public bus tours once or twice a month on Saturdays. Tours will be posted on Facebook at least two weeks in advance. Come see and learn about the animals who have found a safe haven at Black Beauty Ranch where they enjoy expansive, natural habitats and pastures.
Please call our office to reserve your spot on the bus: 903-469-3811 (ext. 112)
Ticket pricing:
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$49 for adults
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$39 for military/students ages 18+
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$20 for youth 8-17 years old
We also offer private tours. For private tours, youth must be 5 years old to attend. Pricing is $250 for up to five people and can be scheduled Tuesday through Saturday depending on availability.
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