Horse Riding and Camping

The Dixie National Forest has hundreds of miles of trails for horseback riding.  The landscape of the forest is extremely varied in elevation, plant life, and geology.  Ride in the rocky pinyon and juniper forests, through lush meadows full of wildflowers, through rugged lava fields, to high mountain lakes, or to the rim of mesa tops with scenic views of the lower red rock canyons below.  

There are some campgrounds specifically designed and built for the equestrian camper.  These campgrounds have pens, water, loading areas, and nearby trails for horseback riding.  Please note that weed-free hay is required in all Dixie National Forest camping areas, developed and dispersed. 

Most trails are shared with other recreational users, click on the links on the right to find out where weed-free hay can be obtained and to learn more about trail sharing and responsible riding.

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Barker Lakes Loop

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A short day-trip through aspen, mixed conifers, and meadows to several small lakes in the Barker area. Backcountry campsites are also available for backpackers.Barker Lakes Loop Trail Guide

Box-Death Hollow Wilderness

The Box-Death Hollow Wilderness is a wild and remote area located on the Escalante Ranger District.  This rugged landscape of deep canyons, slickrock, and forest can be an intimidating area to…

Canaan Peak - #34005

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A scenic loop trail around Canaan Peak with 360° views of Powell Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.Canaan Peak…

Cedar City Ranger District

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The Cedar City Ranger District is located on the Markagunt Plateau, a gently sloping, eastward tilted earth block that has been modified by erosion, volcanism, and some glaciations.  Bordered by the…

Coyote Hollow Equestrian Campground

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This small campground with only four sites provides easy access to Thunder Mountain Trailhead. This trail is a very popular hiking, biking, horseback riding trail. Anyone can stay in this campground;…

Equestrian Campground

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The Equestrian Campground has a parking loop with facilities specifically for horses. It is located about 3/4 mile from Pine Valley Reservoir, in a ponderosa pine, pinyon, and juniper setting north…

Escalante Ranger District

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The Escalante Ranger district is known for its high mountain lakes and large stands of aspen trees. The majority of the district is located on high timbered plateaus with rolling hills and open…

Griffin Spur - #34037

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A scenic trail through mixed conifer, aspen, and open meadows.  Connects to the Griffin Point Trail.  Can be combined with other trails to make longer trips or a loop.Griffin Spur #34037  Trail…

Long & Round Willow Bottom Loop - #34001.5 & 34036

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A short trail through mixed conifer, aspen forests, and meadows to two scenic reservoirs.Long & Round Willow Bottom Loop #34001.5 & 34036 Trail Guide

Pine Valley Ranger District

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The Pine Valley Ranger District is known for its distinctive vegetation, ranging from Pinyon/Juniper to Engelmann Spruce forests. It is also known for its most prominent feature, the Pine Valley…