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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Holy Cross Wilderness

Site Open

Holy Cross Wilderness, established in 1980, now encompasses a total of 122,918 acres spanning San Isabel and White River National Forests. Its name comes from the 14,007-foot Mount of the Holy Cross,…

Horn Creek Trail #1342

Horn Creek Trail #1342 is a 4.6-mile difficult hike located in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. The trail follows Horn Creek and accesses the Horn Lakes. The trail is accessed from the Horn Creek…

Horse Ranch Trail #1397

Horse Ranch Trail #1397 is a 3.3-mile, difficult trail open to hiking, horseback riding and motorcycle use. It is not open to ATV or UTV use. It climbs 1,500 feet in elevation and is an out-and-back…

Indian Creek Equestrian Campground

Indian Creek Equestrian Campground has seven campsites with parking spurs 50-60 feet long to accommodate horse trailers. Only 10 people and four horses permitted per campsite. Must be in possession…

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…

Indian Trail #1300

Indian Trail #1300 is a 14-mile, moderately difficult trail open to motorcycles, ATVs, hiking and horseback riding. Starting around 10,000 feet in elevation, the trail has minimal elevation change in…

Jefferson Lake Recreation Area

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

Site Open

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…

Lake of the Clouds Trail #1349

Lake of the Clouds Trail #1349 follows Swift Creek for about 4 miles to the Lake of the Clouds. It gains over 2,000 feet in elevation and is open for hiking and horseback riding.The Swift Creek Trail…

Lake Park Trail #639

Lake Park Trail #639 is an internal trail that accesses the high country west of Goose Creek. From the top of Hankins Pass, Lake Park Trail winds up through formations of red Pikes Peak granite and…