Horse Riding and Camping

Several opportunities are available for equestrians to ride on Forest Service system trails and/or camp at developed campgrounds. Contact your local Forest Service office for locations and regulations.

Reservations for camping at developed campgrounds are recommended for dates between Memorial Day and Labor Day at www.Recreation.gov. 

Horseback Riding

Much of the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands can be explored on the back of a horse for a unique adventure. For detailed information on a particular area, please contact your local Forest Service office directly.

Horse Camping

Horses are allowed in only a few developed campgrounds on the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands. Only certified weed-free hay/forage is allowed within National Forest System lands to prevent the introduction and spread of noxious weeds. 

• Region 2 Certified Weed-free Forage Requirements

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Indian Creek Trailhead

The Indian Creek Trailhead is near the gate to the right of the parking area and accesses the Indian Creek Trail (#800) and Ringtail Trail (#699). After the trailhead, the trail splits and both…

Jefferson Lake Recreation Area

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Jefferson Lake Recreation Area is a popular area for camping, picnicking, fishing and hiking. Campgrounds include: Aspen, Lodgepole and Jefferson Creek. They are not located directly on Jefferson…

Kenosha Pass Area

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Kenosha Pass provides access to the Colorado Trail as it heads southeast towards the Lost Creek Wilderness and west towards the Continetal Divide and Jefferson Lake. The Colorado Trail starts…

Long Gulch Trailhead

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Long Gulch Trailhead provides access to a portion of the Colorado Trail (segment 4).

Lost Creek Wilderness

Lost Creek Wilderness was officially designated by the Colorado Wilderness Act of 1980 with additions in 1993. Today, it totals 119,790 acres. Elevations range from 8,000 feet to 12,400 feet above…

Lost Creek Wilderness - West Side

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Lost Creek Wilderness offers a great variety of recreational opportunities. There are many miles of trail in or near the wilderness area, and all wilderness regulations apply. Trails in the…

Lost Park Trailhead

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Lost Park Trailhead provides access to Lost Creek Wilderness via the Wigwam Trail. 

Lynch Creek Trailhead

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Lynch Creek Trailhead provides access to Buffalo Peaks Wilderness via the Rough and Tumbling Trail #617. Hikers may also enjoy walking the Salt Creek Trail #618 which skirts the wilderness area…

Meridian Trailhead

This Meridian Trail (#604) leads north as it rises out of the Elk Creek drainage, then begins to bear in a northeasterly direction. This portion of the trail passes through several aspen groves and…

Miller Gulch Trailhead

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The Miller Gulch Trailhead is located in the western portion of the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area. The trailhead provides access to the Miller Gulch Trail (#730) and other connecting segments.This…