The award-winning show revolves around a group of cattle drovers on a cattle drive along the Sedalia Trail in the post-Civil War era. The show focuses on their challenges, conflicts, and adventures as they navigate the rugged terrain, deal with stampedes, outlaws, and other dangers of the Wild West. The central character is Gil Favor, the trail boss, and his interactions with the diverse group of drovers form a core part of the show. RAWHIDE showcases the harsh realities of cattle driving and life on the frontier while highlighting themes of camaraderie, leadership, and survival.