Southfork Ranch Photos
You might also consider
More like Southfork Ranch
Recommended Reviews - Southfork Ranch
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
Had a work event here and it was a great venue - lots of beautiful views of the property and farm animals. A game I enjoyed was the inflatable ax throwing!
Southfork Ranch offers a neat experience for both Dallas fans and non-fans alike. While the tour is fairly short, the staff are extremely hospitable and make sure you are equipped with everything you might need to take in all the information (including informational pages in several languages, including German). This made the tour even more inclusive for all the people that apparently travel from out of the country to check this out--it's a great touch! The staff also clarify that all interior shots were shot elsewhere, while external shots were filmed at the ranch. However, the interior has been decorated as if the Ewings actually lived there. There are plenty of trinkets and memorabilia scattered across the house and museum to enjoy. One small bit of feedback I'd like to offer is communicating holiday hours/schedule changes on the website in a pop-up window upon accessing the website. We attempted to visit the Saturday before Mother's Day and while the location was indeed open as stated online and on Google maps, the tours only ran until about 11 AM due to a private event. If we had not thought to check the Instagram page (something that not everyone has access to), we would have arrived at a closed ranch, which wouldn't have been a great first impression. So again, there was some communication about the change of schedule, but not in a way that's the most accessible to everyone.
I've been waiting for this visit to Southfork Ranch for so many decades. This long overdue visit was magnificent. They're going through some significant changes to make this property so much better. The museum was glorious. If you're a huge tv show Dallas fan, then you'll appreciate the displays and nostalgia of this historic place. I saw Jock Ewing's Lincoln Continental, the actual red Mercedes Benz that belonged to Bobby Ewing, artifacts, scripts, etc. The museum shop is under construction, for the time being. The actual home had the Dallas theme song playing over and over inside the home. The tour itself was done with taste and grandeur. I really enjoyed seeing this attraction, today! Bucket-list worthy! They still need to make improvements, but the huge property is coming along together, slowly. The customer service team is fabulous! It's a 30-45 minute drive outside of Dallas, but it was worth it! Seeing it once, I certainly wasn't disappointed. Highly recommended! Go see this for yourself! Cheers and enjoy!
I have a friend visiting who wanted to visit the site of the show "Dallas" and I couldn't say no! When you've lived in Dallas all your life, you forget about so many places that when a visitor reminds you of all the wonderful places Dallas has to offer - it is nice. We drove over on a Saturday afternoon in August, so it was HOT. The site has lots of shade trees and most of your time is spent inside. You can park right outside the gift shop (if they're not too busy, you can park in front, only a few steps away). When you enter the gift shop it is very spacious, not crowded with things, but several options to take home. My friend bought a Tshirt. We saw a man buying a cowboy hat, as well. So much to see! You purchase your tickets right inside the gift shop and they let you know exactly when the next tour leaves. He told us it would be 5 minutes so we rushed thru the museum, only to stand in line at the door at the end, so if you have 5 minutes - take it and enjoy the museum on your way to the back for the tour. Lots to see on the walls along the way. We all loaded onto a tram to take us over to the house. We were seated in a large room and given the history of the land - which, being a local, I was surprised to know it had changed hands so many times! The show was on during a time in my life when I didn't watch much tv at all, so I was barely familiar with the cast (with the exception of Patrick Duffy, whom I had met downtown one time during filming there, and of course Larry Hagman). But still, it brought back memories of another time, and it was fun to hear the other people in the group talking about their experiences with the show. There was a good group with us, and most seemed from another country. The speaker who addressed us in the beginning with the history asked if anyone needed translation before she began. Three people needed French translation so she handed them some papers so they could follow along in their language. We finished the tour and were on our own to walk back to the gift shop. We stopped to look at the cars they drove and beyond that in another room was a big screen playing the 2012 remake. It looked like a good show from the few minutes I saw of it. Tickets for my friend and I were $30 each but she said we get a discount, I'm not sure how much because she treated! But it's because we're over 60, I believe. Hey, I don't mind :) Great tour, enjoyed it all and the speaker was friendly and stayed with us as we all went every which way. She engaged with us and smiled a lot. Go check it out!
Excellent! Rented a car and drove here on our own. Not crowded during Easter week on weekday. I came here because this was where the primetime Dallas soap opera was filmed for CBS from 1978 until 1991. Larry Hagman, who played the villainous oil baron J.R. Ewing was the character you loved to hate and yes, this was the same guy that was on "I Dreamed of Jeannie." He's a versatile actor can play both good and bad person and it's believ When you enter, there's gift store to buy tickets for the tour, restrooms and in back selfie time with the cutouts of the characters from the show. Don't miss that and grab a hat to match the characters. lol . The self guided Musuem is short 3 rooms and at end outside you will wait for the John Deer tractor to pull your cart to the main house for guided tour of the house and pool. Afterwards you can stay as long on property to take photos and explore. Be sure to check out everything and open doors as you will find you can enter the cottage inside. Or open the door to in the events hall to find the car. There's few animals on ranch like miniature horses, llamas and longhorn steer. The Longhorn steer is huge up close and scary! This is the closest I will probably get to one. As I will be heading to the Fort Worth Stockyards to see his cattle folk walk down the street twice a day. But at least these Longhorn live on a nice ranch. I doubt the ones in Fort Worth has such nice accommodations as here. Not much scenery here just the road outside and grass. The land is flat in Texas. I saw some cattle grazing across the road. The house itself, the outside was just for filming only as the tour guide explained during the summer only. The poor family had to sell their ranch home because an announcer on tv actually gave out their address in Parker, Texas! I wonder if that person got fired for that! About 40 acres is the area made famous in Dallas, including the Southfork Mansion conference and event center. The rest is open green space. I enjoy my time here and took my time walking around the ranch to see the animals. Then little barns scattered and buildings with a car in and event space and saw the small graveyard RIP like JR lies at rest. Fans of the show should come here and as it was a fun show.
We had a great time out here! My husband has wanted to get out here since we arrived in Dallas!! Luckily, we booked a horseback ride today as they told us that at the end of the week they were closing down. The actual home used on the Dallas series remains a historic site but the land around it has been sold to a developer for future $2 million plus homes....thank goodness we got out here when we did.
We had an event here and we love Brooke. She handled everything for us. Food was good, they served beef and chicken fajitas. the venue room we selected had the cadillac and JR cut out for photo ops. We were able to set up a bar, there was a room for the band, there was also line dancing.
We visited the ranch while in Dallas. My understanding was you could take a tour or just walk around on your own. I wasn't aware that the tours are hourly on the hour and the self-guided is the same cost as a tour, however, you can't enter the house. Seemed really odd and disappointing.
Just a shout out to Southwest Airlines and Southfork ranch for putting on an amazing chili fest for employees of the airlines and their families. It was such a wonderful family day and the facility couldn't have been more perfect. Plenty of help, security directing traffic and smiles everywhere. Super clean grounds and indoor facilities. Thanks to both again. We even saw J R.
We initially went to the Southfork ranch to check out their "Trade Days", which happens the weekend preceding the 4th Monday of every month. Parking is $5 cash There were lots of different local vendors (e.g., handmade bags, soaps, candles, baked goods, and vintage kitchenware) as well as some vendors that sold items auctioned off of Amazon return pallets. The trade days were alright, nothing exciting, or spectacular. While we were at the Southfork ranch, we decided to tour the mansion to where the famous "Dallas" tv show was filed in the 70s-00s! Cannot believe that show lasted 14 + seasons! If you go to the trade days, you get $5 off of admissions to the mansion tour. Since there were over 20 of us in the group, the tour guide gave a very detailed history in the sitting room (due to the group size) inside the mansion. Afterwards, you are free to roam the mansion. The TV show didn't actually film inside this mansion, but it was nice to see the exterior of the house where the show was filmed! Needless to say, I went home to go watch the show ;)
What a total disappointment. The "tour" is more like an attempt to capitalize on the people who once enjoyed Dallas. My sister was visiting and she wanted to go so I agreed. Driving up to the property was more exciting than reaching it and seeing how run down it is and so very small. We paid the entry fee, went through the "museum" which housed memorabilia and photos of the hit series. We then got on a tram pulled by a John Deere tractor to the main house where the series was "filmed." We had an almost 20 minute history lesson on the property, series, and whatever else was interesting. Then we were told to walk the property at our leisure, sans map or information on the property. The home was much smaller than expected, the property was set up more for revenue generating opportunities, which is fine, but having a cafe or something for people to enjoy a snack or drink would be nice. I would not recommend this to anyone unless they are mega Dallas fans and want to experience ranch living 40 years later.
We booked an hour long trail ride here while visiting Texas for our anniversary. It is a beautiful property with a cool and unique history. The horses all appeared to be healthy and well cared for. Our guide, Karen, was very friendly and the horses, Echo and Denny, were really sweet. While the trail ride started and ended promptly on time I wish it would've been a little longer and would've been more of a trail ride rather than a large circle of the property (routed past the overflowing dumpsters). Karen stopped and took everyone's pictures by the famous main house which was nice and she took her time answering questions and letting us hang out with the horses after the ride was over. Over all it was a great experience just slightly underwhelming in the "trail ride" aspect. We would probably ride here again if they had a longer or different route.
It has been almost 13 years since I have been to South Fork Ranch and now since I live here, I can come here anytime I want. Tour costs $16 dollars now so a $6 dollar increase since the last time I went. The gift shop is now where you purchase your tickets for the tour instead of where Jock's car is located. The tour times goes by every hour on the :15th minute. Once you buy the ticket you can go inside the mini Dallas museum which takes 10 minute look around, but I sat in there and watch the Dallas clips. They have a tram that will drive you and they do a little drive by of the ranch and give you the history. There are many parts I do not recall. They also added in the new Dallas as part of the tour and giving facts. They drive you to the Ewing Mansion and outside looks the same as it does on the TV and the balcony is much bigger than on TV and the house seems bigger too, but it is really smaller than on TV. What you really pay is to tour inside of the house which is nothing to jump up and down. They now have the room where JR got shot and still a little messy. They have Lucy and Bobby Ewing room of what they would imagine and the living room is Jock Ewing's room and upstairs is a huge bathroom with a shower, a tube and 2 bathrooms and a bedroom. It is nothing too much to jump up and down. I saw the kitchen and still looks the same as I remember it outdated, but it is for the tour guests. The tour itself takes around an hour to do and then they let you go explore the ranch and you can literally go anywhere. I definitely did do some exploring as I was able to get to one of the Pokemon gyms. I saw all of the horses, longhorns and donkeys up close it was really cool. I think I spent a good 45 minutes walking around, but it was pretty hot that day. You can see Elena's cottage where she stayed at, but the door was closed so I could not look inside. I was scared to fully open the door and take a look. Overall, it was a good couple of hours of wasted time. I wish the gift store sold more Dallas merchandise.
4 months ago
I visited Southfork Ranch as part of a work group outing and honestly had no idea what to expect but I left genuinely impressed and entertained. This place is a legitimate piece of American pop culture history, and they do a great job bringing it to life. The guided tour takes you inside the actual ranch house, and it's more immersive than you'd think. The formal dining room with its crystal chandeliers, the bold red kitchen, the grand foyer staircase -- it's all right there, frozen in time like the Ewing family just stepped out for a moment. And yes, they have the room where JR was shot, complete with a chalk outline and crime scene markers. Campy? A little. Fun? Absolutely. Outside, the grounds are beautiful. White fences, open pastures, friendly animals wandering around with the iconic ranch house as the backdrop. There's also JR's silver Lincoln Continental on display in the museum, along with memorabilia and history from the show. Fair warning: this is a deeply generational experience. My older colleagues were absolutely in their element while some of the younger folks in our group needed a little context. But even without being a die-hard Dallas fan, there's enough to see and appreciate that everyone ended up having a good time. Great group outing, unique Dallas experience. If you're in the area, it's absolutely worth a visit. read more
4 months ago
As a longtime fan of the TV show Dallas, I had been looking forward to visiting Southfork Ranch for years. Growing up in Europe, we watched the show later than audiences in the U.S., but I never missed an episode and absolutely loved following the Ewings' story. So when I had the chance to travel through Texas, visiting Southfork was at the top of my list. The visit exceeded my expectations. The ranch is perfectly set up for visitors - from the guided tour of the house, which is preserved and decorated exactly like it appeared in the show, to all the little details, including the cars the Ewing family used. Our guide gave a fascinating talk about the history of filming, the ranch's rental process, and behind-the-scenes stories that really brought the show to life. We also got to walk around the ranch, see the small horses or ponies, and browse a tiny gift shop. It was amazing to experience in person something I'd watched on TV for so many years - and on the other side of the continent, no less! The whole experience was nostalgic, charming, and genuinely fun. If you love Dallas or just want to see an iconic TV ranch in real life, Southfork is absolutely worth the visit. read more
Cue the theme song... Nothing like driving on the South Fork Ranch driveway. What a cool place if you ever were a fan of the Dallas television show. Walk where Bobby and JR roamed, check out some of the artifacts from the show, have a sandwich at the deli, grab some gifts in the gift shop and take a ton of photos. read more
Southfork Ranch offers a neat experience for both Dallas fans and non-fans alike. While the tour is fairly short, the staff are extremely hospitable and make sure you are equipped with everything you might need to take in all the information (including informational pages in several languages, including German). This made the tour even more inclusive for all the people that apparently travel from out of the country to check this out--it's a great touch! The staff also clarify that all interior shots were shot elsewhere, while external shots were filmed at the ranch. However, the interior has been decorated as if the Ewings actually lived there. There are plenty of trinkets and memorabilia scattered across the house and museum to enjoy. One small bit of feedback I'd like to offer is communicating holiday hours/schedule changes on the website in a pop-up window upon accessing the website. We attempted to visit the Saturday before Mother's Day and while the location was indeed open as stated online and on Google maps, the tours only ran until about 11 AM due to a private event. If we had not thought to check the Instagram page (something that not everyone has access to), we would have arrived at a closed ranch, which wouldn't have been a great first impression. So again, there was some communication about the change of schedule, but not in a way that's the most accessible to everyone. read more
9 months ago
I've been waiting for this visit to Southfork Ranch for so many decades. This long overdue visit was magnificent. They're going through some significant changes to make this property so much better. The museum was glorious. If you're a huge tv show Dallas fan, then you'll appreciate the displays and nostalgia of this historic place. I saw Jock Ewing's Lincoln Continental, the actual red Mercedes Benz that belonged to Bobby Ewing, artifacts, scripts, etc. The museum shop is under construction, for the time being. The actual home had the Dallas theme song playing over and over inside the home. The tour itself was done with taste and grandeur. I really enjoyed seeing this attraction, today! Bucket-list worthy! They still need to make improvements, but the huge property is coming along together, slowly. The customer service team is fabulous! It's a 30-45 minute drive outside of Dallas, but it was worth it! Seeing it once, I certainly wasn't disappointed. Highly recommended! Go see this for yourself! Cheers and enjoy! read more
I have a friend visiting who wanted to visit the site of the show "Dallas" and I couldn't say no! When you've lived in Dallas all your life, you forget about so many places that when a visitor reminds you of all the wonderful places Dallas has to offer - it is nice. We drove over on a Saturday afternoon in August, so it was HOT. The site has lots of shade trees and most of your time is spent inside. You can park right outside the gift shop (if they're not too busy, you can park in front, only a few steps away). When you enter the gift shop it is very spacious, not crowded with things, but several options to take home. My friend bought a Tshirt. We saw a man buying a cowboy hat, as well. So much to see! You purchase your tickets right inside the gift shop and they let you know exactly when the next tour leaves. He told us it would be 5 minutes so we rushed thru the museum, only to stand in line at the door at the end, so if you have 5 minutes - take it and enjoy the museum on your way to the back for the tour. Lots to see on the walls along the way. We all loaded onto a tram to take us over to the house. We were seated in a large room and given the history of the land - which, being a local, I was surprised to know it had changed hands so many times! The show was on during a time in my life when I didn't watch much tv at all, so I was barely familiar with the cast (with the exception of Patrick Duffy, whom I had met downtown one time during filming there, and of course Larry Hagman). But still, it brought back memories of another time, and it was fun to hear the other people in the group talking about their experiences with the show. There was a good group with us, and most seemed from another country. The speaker who addressed us in the beginning with the history asked if anyone needed translation before she began. Three people needed French translation so she handed them some papers so they could follow along in their language. We finished the tour and were on our own to walk back to the gift shop. We stopped to look at the cars they drove and beyond that in another room was a big screen playing the 2012 remake. It looked like a good show from the few minutes I saw of it. Tickets for my friend and I were $30 each but she said we get a discount, I'm not sure how much because she treated! But it's because we're over 60, I believe. Hey, I don't mind :) Great tour, enjoyed it all and the speaker was friendly and stayed with us as we all went every which way. She engaged with us and smiled a lot. Go check it out! read more
1 year ago
Excellent! Rented a car and drove here on our own. Not crowded during Easter week on weekday. I came here because this was where the primetime Dallas soap opera was filmed for CBS from 1978 until 1991. Larry Hagman, who played the villainous oil baron J.R. Ewing was the character you loved to hate and yes, this was the same guy that was on "I Dreamed of Jeannie." He's a versatile actor can play both good and bad person and it's believ When you enter, there's gift store to buy tickets for the tour, restrooms and in back selfie time with the cutouts of the characters from the show. Don't miss that and grab a hat to match the characters. lol . The self guided Musuem is short 3 rooms and at end outside you will wait for the John Deer tractor to pull your cart to the main house for guided tour of the house and pool. Afterwards you can stay as long on property to take photos and explore. Be sure to check out everything and open doors as you will find you can enter the cottage inside. Or open the door to in the events hall to find the car. There's few animals on ranch like miniature horses, llamas and longhorn steer. The Longhorn steer is huge up close and scary! This is the closest I will probably get to one. As I will be heading to the Fort Worth Stockyards to see his cattle folk walk down the street twice a day. But at least these Longhorn live on a nice ranch. I doubt the ones in Fort Worth has such nice accommodations as here. Not much scenery here just the road outside and grass. The land is flat in Texas. I saw some cattle grazing across the road. The house itself, the outside was just for filming only as the tour guide explained during the summer only. The poor family had to sell their ranch home because an announcer on tv actually gave out their address in Parker, Texas! I wonder if that person got fired for that! About 40 acres is the area made famous in Dallas, including the Southfork Mansion conference and event center. The rest is open green space. I enjoy my time here and took my time walking around the ranch to see the animals. Then little barns scattered and buildings with a car in and event space and saw the small graveyard RIP like JR lies at rest. Fans of the show should come here and as it was a fun show. read more
We had a great time out here! My husband has wanted to get out here since we arrived in Dallas!! Luckily, we booked a horseback ride today as they told us that at the end of the week they were closing down. The actual home used on the Dallas series remains a historic site but the land around it has been sold to a developer for future $2 million plus homes....thank goodness we got out here when we did. read more
We had an event here and we love Brooke. She handled everything for us. Food was good, they served beef and chicken fajitas. the venue room we selected had the cadillac and JR cut out for photo ops. We were able to set up a bar, there was a room for the band, there was also line dancing. read more
4 months ago
We visited the ranch while in Dallas. My understanding was you could take a tour or just walk around on your own. I wasn't aware that the tours are hourly on the hour and the self-guided is the same cost as a tour, however, you can't enter the house. Seemed really odd and disappointing. read more
9 months ago
Just a shout out to Southwest Airlines and Southfork ranch for putting on an amazing chili fest for employees of the airlines and their families. It was such a wonderful family day and the facility couldn't have been more perfect. Plenty of help, security directing traffic and smiles everywhere. Super clean grounds and indoor facilities. Thanks to both again. We even saw J R. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
We initially went to the Southfork ranch to check out their "Trade Days", which happens the weekend preceding the 4th Monday of every month. Parking is $5 cash There were lots of different local vendors (e.g., handmade bags, soaps, candles, baked goods, and vintage kitchenware) as well as some vendors that sold items auctioned off of Amazon return pallets. The trade days were alright, nothing exciting, or spectacular. While we were at the Southfork ranch, we decided to tour the mansion to where the famous "Dallas" tv show was filed in the 70s-00s! Cannot believe that show lasted 14 + seasons! If you go to the trade days, you get $5 off of admissions to the mansion tour. Since there were over 20 of us in the group, the tour guide gave a very detailed history in the sitting room (due to the group size) inside the mansion. Afterwards, you are free to roam the mansion. The TV show didn't actually film inside this mansion, but it was nice to see the exterior of the house where the show was filmed! Needless to say, I went home to go watch the show ;) read more
10 months ago
1 year ago
What a total disappointment. The "tour" is more like an attempt to capitalize on the people who once enjoyed Dallas. My sister was visiting and she wanted to go so I agreed. Driving up to the property was more exciting than reaching it and seeing how run down it is and so very small. We paid the entry fee, went through the "museum" which housed memorabilia and photos of the hit series. We then got on a tram pulled by a John Deere tractor to the main house where the series was "filmed." We had an almost 20 minute history lesson on the property, series, and whatever else was interesting. Then we were told to walk the property at our leisure, sans map or information on the property. The home was much smaller than expected, the property was set up more for revenue generating opportunities, which is fine, but having a cafe or something for people to enjoy a snack or drink would be nice. I would not recommend this to anyone unless they are mega Dallas fans and want to experience ranch living 40 years later. read more
10 months ago
We booked an hour long trail ride here while visiting Texas for our anniversary. It is a beautiful property with a cool and unique history. The horses all appeared to be healthy and well cared for. Our guide, Karen, was very friendly and the horses, Echo and Denny, were really sweet. While the trail ride started and ended promptly on time I wish it would've been a little longer and would've been more of a trail ride rather than a large circle of the property (routed past the overflowing dumpsters). Karen stopped and took everyone's pictures by the famous main house which was nice and she took her time answering questions and letting us hang out with the horses after the ride was over. Over all it was a great experience just slightly underwhelming in the "trail ride" aspect. We would probably ride here again if they had a longer or different route. read more
It has been almost 13 years since I have been to South Fork Ranch and now since I live here, I can come here anytime I want. Tour costs $16 dollars now so a $6 dollar increase since the last time I went. The gift shop is now where you purchase your tickets for the tour instead of where Jock's car is located. The tour times goes by every hour on the :15th minute. Once you buy the ticket you can go inside the mini Dallas museum which takes 10 minute look around, but I sat in there and watch the Dallas clips. They have a tram that will drive you and they do a little drive by of the ranch and give you the history. There are many parts I do not recall. They also added in the new Dallas as part of the tour and giving facts. They drive you to the Ewing Mansion and outside looks the same as it does on the TV and the balcony is much bigger than on TV and the house seems bigger too, but it is really smaller than on TV. What you really pay is to tour inside of the house which is nothing to jump up and down. They now have the room where JR got shot and still a little messy. They have Lucy and Bobby Ewing room of what they would imagine and the living room is Jock Ewing's room and upstairs is a huge bathroom with a shower, a tube and 2 bathrooms and a bedroom. It is nothing too much to jump up and down. I saw the kitchen and still looks the same as I remember it outdated, but it is for the tour guests. The tour itself takes around an hour to do and then they let you go explore the ranch and you can literally go anywhere. I definitely did do some exploring as I was able to get to one of the Pokemon gyms. I saw all of the horses, longhorns and donkeys up close it was really cool. I think I spent a good 45 minutes walking around, but it was pretty hot that day. You can see Elena's cottage where she stayed at, but the door was closed so I could not look inside. I was scared to fully open the door and take a look. Overall, it was a good couple of hours of wasted time. I wish the gift store sold more Dallas merchandise. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
I had a meeting with a customer in Wylie in the afternoon, so I had about three hours of free time before the meeting, so I searched Tourist Attractions near Wylie, and there was a Southfork Ranch not far away. It was the filming location for the TV series "Dallas" which aired on CBS for 13 years from 1978 to 1991. I've never watched "Dallas" and I don't plan to watch it in the future, but it is said to be a very famous series that has been translated into 56 languages around the world. I toured with tourists from the United Kingdom, Ireland, Congo as well as the United States. The experience of tram riding pulled by a tractor to J.R. Ewing's mansion was fun. The tour took about an hour and 20 minutes, and it was an unforgettable experience. read more
11 months ago
I was unfamiliar with the TV show, Dallas, until a few days before I went to Southfork Ranch. I was about to travel to the Dallas / Fort Worth area with some Romanian friends who wanted to go to visit the ranch (the TV series Dallas apparently has a very active Romanian fan base) so I thought I better see at least a few episodes first. Going as a non-fan, my expectations were low, but I left very impressed. Entry was not cheap, but worth it. The tour guides provided great insights into the history of the ranch and the show, and point out the significance of sites that I imagine even the most ardent of fans may overlook. There is also a small museum in the welcome center/gift shop with some notable artifacts from the productions. Even on a weekday morning our tour group was sizable, so it may be advisable to buy tickets ahead of time, especially on weekends. Now, if only the TV show was streaming on any of the platforms I subscribe to... read more
You don't have to be a fan of the "Dallas" TV series to appreciate this ranch. The Ewing Mansion exterior was mostly used but parts of the interior were filmed during the last three (revived) seasons. You can purchase tickets at the door or online. Most tickets are $16. Groups and seniors get a discount. Props from the show and some of the rooms used for filming are on the tour. Bonus points for the Longhorn cows on the ranch. read more
1 year ago
Business owner information
Centurion A.
Hi Tommy, thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear you were…
1 year ago
7 years ago
We visited the ranch a couple days ago when we were in TX. I watched the show when I was younger and hated JR like everyone else! It was fun touring the set for DALLAS and without a doubt our tour guide, Wilson Wilson, was the best! His humor and knowledge made for a very enjoyable visit. We house was very small compared to what you see in television but I'm not going to spoil the reason why. A must see at a reasonable price!! read more
The trail ride was nice. The lady who guided our tour was friendly and took several pictures throughout the ride. She promised to send them after she finished her shift but I never received them. Not sure if anyone else in my party did or not. I even left a 10 dollar tip in their jar. The property is beautiful. read more
5 years ago
This was so much fun. I was a huge fan of Dallas and wanted to visit for years. The museum before the tour was filled with all kinds of fun artifacts. The gun that shot J.R. and the BBQ shown in so many episodes were neat to see. The tour was great. South Fork Sally was terrific. She was fun and informative. It was great to sit at the patio where the Ewings sat so many times. Walking around the property was awesome. I especially enjoyed the famous driveway. The property is so beautiful. The employees were all friendly and helpful. Nice gift shop with lots of fun stuff. Great time. A must for every Dallas fan. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
GREAT experience to see an actual working farm in Texas. Not too many are familiar with the Dallas show since it was so long ago. However, it is worth learning about farms, oil and so on related to Texas. The house is beautiful and so is the outside of this farm. The tour guides are very knowledgeable of the history of the place and how it was purchased several times, also everything is presented not in English but in Texan which makes it even more authentic. If you are in the area I am highly recommending visiting tis place. read more
6 years ago
This is a Must-Do in Dallas if you're a fan of the TV show Dallas!! Our tour guide, Windy aka Gail, was PHENOMENAL! She was extremely knowledgeable about every single thing/area in the entire Ranch, and she knew EVERYTHING about the show, down to the smallest details. She was so friendly and personable. Truly an asset to the Ranch. The Gift Shop was to die for! All the animals, the pictures, the preserved items from the show and the house itself was just a jaw-dropping treat! Go Go Go to Southfork Ranch. (Annnnd they're covid compliant) read more
6 years ago
As someone who has seen every episode of Dallas, including the newer series, going to Southfork Ranch was always fairytale dream. Well, this tour did not disappoint. Put this tour on your Must Do List! Pictures are encouraged, and you can walk around the grounds as much as you'd like. read more
While I wasn't necessarily a fan of the 1980s show, I LOVEDDDD the TNT reboot! That show was incredible and I am still LIVID it was canceled. Guess what? The reboot was filmed here! We had to check it out. We were staying in Austin so we rented a car and drove (about three hours) to Dallas. We wanted to take a little road trip through Texas so this was perfect. We purchased tickets in the gift shop and waited around until the tour started. There was a little museum with costumes and props. Then we took a tractor hay ride through the ranch to the Ewing home to start our guided tour. The tour guide was the sweetest lady in the world from Georgia. After the tour of the house, we were invited to walk around the grounds of the ranch. There were live animals such as alpacas and horses. There was a snack bar, but I highly recommend bringing your own snacks and water. Even if you're not a fan of the show, I think people could appreciate seeing a Texas ranch. Parking is free so if you don't want to pay for the tour, you can still come to the gift shop or take pictures in the front for free. read more
2 years ago
Bette Hodges planned my Live Like A Ewing birthday dinner, and it was fabulous! I was in Dallas for business for my birthday, and had to spend it alone. Bette went above and beyond to make my day feel special. She and Willie my tour guide greeted me when I arrived with a warm welcome. Willie drove me around the ranch and shared stories and information about every area. While I sipped on Champaign, she told me stories about the cast and crew and the mansion. Chef Jesse prepared delicious hors d'oeuvres and a Texas meal with a show stopping JR Ewing Texas sized steak. Edgardo served me this wonderful meal, and took great care of me during my run of the mansion. Yes, I had a run of the mansion! Edgardo even placed me at the head of the Ewing table where Ms. Ellie sat, on the show. He took photos for me and he stayed with me until my Lyft driver arrived. Bette and her staff sent me home with a South Fork Ranch Birthday bag filled with very cool South Fork gifts. At around 7:30 pm, Bette texted me to see how my night went and to tell me to enjoy the rest of my time in Dallas! This was the best experience this Dallas Fan could dream of! I highly recommend visiting South Fork Ranch if you are in Dallas! JR would be proud to know Bette and her team take very good care of his iconic ranch and its visitors. read more
2 years ago
Page 1 of 4
More info about Southfork Ranch
3700 Hogge Rd
Parker, TX 75002
Directions
(972) 442-7800
Call Now
Visit Website
http://www.southforkranch.com
Hours
Other Amenities
From the Business
Southfork Ranch Reviews in Other Languages
Ask the Community - Southfork Ranch
Do we have to buy tickets in advance or can we purchase same day when we get there?
I purchased my tickets in the gift shop when I arrived for the tour.
Review Highlights - Southfork Ranch
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
9 reviews that are not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
1 year ago
2 years ago
10 years ago
6 years ago
2 years ago
3 years ago
2 years ago
3 years ago
16 years ago
Southfork Ranch - ranches - Updated August 2026
Browse Nearby
Browse Brands
Related Searches in Parker, TX
Affordable Horse Boarding Services in Parker, Texas
Best Places for Horseback Riding in Parker, Texas
Book Exciting Pony Rides in Parker, Texas for All Ages
Browse Top Wedding Venues in Parker, Texas
Buy Farm Fresh Eggs in Parker, Texas
Buy Fresh Grass Fed Beef in Parker, Texas
Discover Fun Farms for Kids in Parker, Texas
Discover Horseback Riding Tours in Parker, Texas
Discover Kids Friendly Winery Options in Parker, Texas
Discover Local Goat Farms Near Parker, Texas
Discover Top Vineyards in Parker, Texas
Discover Top-Rated Dude Ranch Experiences in Parker, Texas
Enjoy Horseback Riding on Beach in Parker, Texas
Enjoy Scenic Trail Rides Around Parker, Texas
Enjoy Stables and Horse Riding Experiences in Parker, Texas
Enjoy a Relaxing Bed & Breakfast Experience in Parker, Texas
Experience a Pumpkin Patch Farm in Parker, Texas
Experienced Horse Trainers Near Parker, Texas
Explore Beautiful Parks and Green Spaces in Parker, Texas
Explore Equestrian Activities and Services in Parker, Texas
Explore Family-Friendly Petting Zoos in Parker, Texas
Explore Fun Field Trips in Parker, Texas
Explore Horse Farms Around Parker, Texas
Explore Horse Stables and Boarding in Parker, Texas
Explore Horseback Riding Trails in Parker, Texas
Explore Local Farms in Parker, Texas
Explore Popular Attraction Farms in Parker, Texas
Explore Popular Campgrounds Near Parker, Texas
Explore Popular RV Parks Around Parker, Texas
Explore Pumpkin Patches Around Parker, Texas
Explore Rustic Wedding Venues Available in Parker, Texas
Find Horses and Equestrian Services in Parker, Texas
Find Local Egg Farms in Parker, Texas for Fresh Produce
Find Relaxing Retreats to Visit in Parker, Texas
Find the Best U Pick Farms to Visit in Parker, Texas
Quality Horseback Riding Lessons Near Parker, Texas
Safe Horseback Riding for Kids in Parker, Texas
Take Horseback Trail Rides in Parker, Texas
Top Barn Wedding Venues to Book in Parker, Texas
Top Equestrian Center Options Available in Parker, Texas
Top Hiking Trails to Explore in Parker, Texas
Visit Peaceful Animal Sanctuary in Parker, Texas
Visit a Family Farm Experience in Parker, Texas
Visit a Family-Friendly Animal Farm in Parker, Texas
Visit a Local Chicken Farm in Parker, Texas
Visit a Top-Rated Horse Ranch in Parker, Texas
People found Southfork Ranch by searching for…
Trending Searches in Parker, TX
Baseball Card Shop near Southfork Ranch
Blueberry Picking near Southfork Ranch
Cliff Jumping near Southfork Ranch
Kids Haircut near Southfork Ranch
Movie Theatre near Southfork Ranch
Peach Picking near Southfork Ranch
Shopping Malls near Southfork Ranch
Souvenir Shops near Southfork Ranch
Sports Card Shops near Southfork Ranch
Things To Do On A Rainy Day near Southfork Ranch
