Horse Riding and Camping

The Hoosier has over 200 miles of trails for equestrian use. These trails are usually shared with mountain bikers and hikers. Horse riders are required to have a permit and stay on trails designated for their use. Horse riders are asked to control their horses, especially when passing other users.

Safety Information

• Please be aware that bees, wasps and hornets are a natural part of the forest environment, and they tend to be more active during the fall.  Please plan ahead and be prepared for potential insect encounters while visiting the forest.

The Hoosier does not have horses available to ride. Riders must bring their own horses.

Horseback Riding

Though horse trails are shared with other users, most riders find the network of horse trails on the Forest to be an excellent system of loops and camps to enjoy the outdoors on horseback.

A permit is required for trail riding on the Hoosier National Forest. Riders must bring their own horses. There are no stables available with horses to rent on the Forest.

Horse Camping

The Hoosier has five horse camps that cater to equestrian users and are located along trail systems. 

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Birdseye Trail

Birdseye Trail is an 11.6 mile multiple use trail which allows for hiking, horse riding and mountain biking. This trail winds through shady hardwood forests and covers a variety of terrain. Along the…

Blackwell Campground

Site Open

Blackwell Campground has long been a popular destination and overnight camping area for equestrians. Other campers are also welcome although the facilities are geared to provide for horses. The camp…

Brown County D Trail

This multiple-use trail links trails on the Brown County State Park and Yellowwood State Forest to the Hoosier National Forest. The trail ties in with a county road which then has a short piece along…

Charles C. Deam Wilderness

Site Open

The Charles C. Deam Wilderness offers 36 miles of trails for hiking, backpacking, and horse riding through scenic hardwood forest and varied terrain with views of nearby Monroe Lake. The area was…

German Ridge Recreation Area

Site Open

The German Ridge Recreation Area includes a campground, a 24-mile multiple use trail, a short hiking trail around a scenic lake, a day use area for swimming and picnicking, and several historic…

Hickory Ridge Campground and Trails

The Hickory Ridge Campground and Trails are designed for horse camping, however, any National Forest visitor is welcome to camp at no cost. It is a primitive campground but accessible vault toilets,…

Hickory Ridge Trail

This 48.7 mile trail designed for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking is made up of a variety of long and short loops that wind through scenic hardwoods providing a chance to get away from…

Lick Creek Trail

This 7.1 mile trail available for hiking, mountain bike riding and horse riding winds through scenic hardwood forest. The trail passes through an early 19th century free African American settlement;…

Mogan Ridge West Trail

This 12.3 mile trail is designated for hiking, horse riding, and mountain biking and winds through scenic hardwood forests and barrens, past interesting rock outcrops and for hikers- ties in with the…

Nebo Ridge Trail

This 8.6 mile trail is designated for hiking, horse riding and mountain biking. The trail offers scenic views from the ridge-top trail and is a bit of a rollercoaster of ups and downs.A downloadable…