Wild Eagle Arena
in East Texas
Wild Eagle Arena sits on real ranch ground in Winnsboro, Texas, built for rodeos, roping, clinics, and the kind of nights that matter. Come ride, compete, or just watch the lights come up over the dirt.
on real ranch ground
Wild Eagle Arena is built for the people who live western life, not just watch it. We're part of Timber Creek Ranch, a family operation that understands what matters in East Texas ranching and rodeo culture.
Authentic Western Arena
Built on Timber Creek Ranch with professional facilities designed for real competition and serious gatherings.
Family-Friendly Gatherings
Bring the whole family out for nights under the lights where kids can watch, learn, and feel part of something real.
Part of Timber Creek Ranch
Connected to Timber Creek Beef, Performance Horses, and the Food Truck Park—a complete ranch experience.
What's happening at the arena
Check the calendar for upcoming rodeos, roping events, clinics, and community nights. New events are added regularly throughout the year.
Spring Rodeo
Arena events featuring team roping, barrel racing, clinics, and more.
Summer Clinics
Training clinics with experienced instructors for all skill levels.
& ranch experience
Meet your instructor
Derrell Cox
Rooted in ranch life. Built on patience, feel, and a strong foundation.
With more than 50 years in the saddle, Derrell Cox brings a lifetime of Western horsemanship, horse training, and working cattle experience. Born and raised in Winnsboro, Texas, he’s ready to pass that knowledge on at Wild Eagle Arena.
Lessons coming soon
Lessons & Horsemanship
A lifetime in the saddle.
Knowledge worth passing on.
& ranch experience
Meet your instructor
Derrell Cox
Rooted in ranch life. Built on patience, feel, and a strong foundation.
Born and raised in Winnsboro, Texas, Derrell has spent more than 50 years in the saddle. He started his first colt at age 12 and went on to train hundreds of horses, building a lifetime of knowledge in Western horsemanship, ranching, and working cattle.
Bar C Ranch’s family legacy began in 1953, when Derrell’s grandfather, Thomas Lewis Cox, purchased the land. Derrell began breeding and raising his own horses there in 2009. Today, he and Brenda raise AQHA Quarter Horses and cattle, carrying that tradition forward.
Safety comes first
Understand the horse, respect the animal, and learn to communicate with it. Derrell’s approach builds confidence through patience, feel, timing, and a strong foundation.
From the ground up
What lessons will focus on
A solid foundation
- Safe and confident riding skills
- Proper horse handling and communication
- Groundwork and developing a responsive horse
- Recognizing and correcting common horse-and-rider problems
Care & preparation
- Grooming and everyday horse care
- Basic horse nutrition
- Proper saddling and preparation
- Safe trailer loading
In the saddle
- Ranch and cattle-working skills
- Advanced horsemanship
- Building confidence and developing a deeper understanding of the horse
Coming soon to Wild Eagle Arena
Lessons with Derrell Cox
Ask about upcoming lessons. Schedule and pricing details will be announced.
Lessons & Horsemanship
Horsemanship with Derrell Cox
Born and raised in Winnsboro, Texas, Derrell Cox has spent more than 50 years in the saddle. He started his first colt at age 12 and went on to train hundreds of horses, building a lifetime of knowledge in Western horsemanship, ranching, and working cattle.
Bar C Ranch’s family legacy began in 1953, when Derrell’s grandfather, Thomas Lewis Cox, purchased the land. Derrell began breeding and raising his own horses there in 2009. Today, he and Brenda raise AQHA Quarter Horses and cattle, carrying that tradition forward.
Safety comes first
Understand the horse, respect the animal, and learn to communicate with it. Derrell’s approach builds confidence through patience, feel, timing, and a strong foundation.
Lessons coming soon
Contact Wild Eagle Arena to ask about upcoming lessons with Derrell. Schedule and pricing details will be announced.
What lessons will focus on
- Safe and confident riding skills
- Proper horse handling and communication
- Groundwork and developing a responsive horse
- Recognizing and correcting common horse-and-rider problems
- Grooming and everyday horse care
- Basic horse nutrition
- Proper saddling and preparation
- Safe trailer loading
- Ranch and cattle-working skills
- Advanced horsemanship
- Building confidence and developing a deeper understanding of the horse
How to Attend, Enter, or Partner
Three easy ways to get involved at Wild Eagle Arena.
Attend an Event
Come out and enjoy the action. Check our upcoming schedule, bring the family, and spend the day at the arena.
Enter or Book
Ready to ride? Enter an upcoming jackpot, roping, clinic, or event. You can also book the arena for your own clinic, gathering, or private event.
Partner With Us
Support the arena and get your business in front of the Western community through sponsorships, vendor opportunities, and event partnerships.
events on the dirt
The arena runs sanctioned rodeos, jackpot ropings, training clinics, and community gatherings from spring through fall. There's always something happening under the lights.
Rodeo Nights Under the Lights
Barrel racing (coming soon), horse training, and roping run under professional rules with judges who know the sport. These are the nights that draw crowds and keep the tradition alive.
Team Roping, Jackpots & Arena Action
Haul in, saddle up, and bring your crew. Wild Eagle Arena is built for team roping events, jackpot nights, practice runs, and competitive arena days with room for riders, families, and spectators.
Good Food, Good People, Good Nights
Come out for community nights, food truck events, family-friendly evenings, live entertainment, and time together at Timber Creek Ranch.
Host your event at Wild Eagle Arena
Whether you're planning a clinic, a private event, or a gathering, the arena is available for rental. Contact us to discuss your needs and get pricing.
Private Events
Clinics, training sessions, or family gatherings with full arena access.
Group Bookings
Bring your team or organization for a day at the arena.
Sponsorships & vendor opportunities
Wild Eagle Arena is growing as a regional event destination. We welcome sponsors, vendors, and partners who share our vision of authentic western community.
Event Sponsorships
Align your brand with rodeos, clinics, and community events.
Vendor Opportunities
Set up at regular events to reach engaged crowds.
Arena Partnerships
Explore year-round collaboration and naming opportunities.
Arena gallery
See the arena in action across seasons and events.
Wild Eagle Arena by the numbers
A real ranch venue built for rodeos, roping events, clinics, community nights, and private gatherings in Winnsboro, Texas.
First Inaugural Season
A new chapter for Timber Creek Ranch, with arena events, team roping, clinics, and community nights beginning to take shape.
Acres at the ranch
Room to gather, park, haul in, host events, and experience the Timber Creek Ranch setting.
Come out and see it
Plan your visit, host your event, or join us under the lights at Wild Eagle Arena.
