Gooseberry Equestrian Trailhead
Overview
The Gooseberry Equestrian Trailhead is located 17.3 miles from the Town of Salina, Utah. The Trailhead is next to the creek and adjacent to the paved Gooseberry Road 640 with a gravel parking lot and a hitching rail. This is the beginning of non-motorized trail 285 which passes Gooseberry campground, connects with other trails, and provides access to Hamilton reservoir.
Facilities
There are no corrals or other facilities available at this location.
Natural Features
Trailhead is in a little valley surrounded by quaking aspen trees.
Recreation
There is ATV trails, fishing and wildlife viewing in the surrounding areas. Please pack-out what you pack-in.
General Information
May - November
- Stay on designated roads, and trails as shown on kiosk and designated forest service maps.
- Pack out all trash and follow leave no trace principles.
- Comply with signs and barriers and leave gates as you found them.
- Pets must be leashed at all times within this recreation area. This policy is in place to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all visitors and to protect wildlife.
- Clean up dog waste and dispose of it properly.
- Keep dogs from chasing, harassing, and disturbing wildlife, livestock or other visitors.
- Yield to other hikers, horses, and other trail users by stepping off the trail and controlling your dog.
Address: 115 East 900 North Richfield, UT 84701
Phone: (435) 896-9233
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Elevation
7,900
Directions
Gooseberry Equestrian Trailhead is located approximately 17 miles southeast of Salina Utah. In Salina at the junction of Main Street and State Street, head south on State Street for approximately 2 miles until you reach I-70. Turn left (east) onto I-70 east-bound from Salina, for approximately 6.5 miles. Exit I-70 at Gooseberry Road (Exit 63) and then turn right (south) on the Gooseberry Road (County Road #640), a two-lane paved road, for 9.5 about miles. The trailhead is on the right side. See google maps link below.
Parking
Unpaved dirt and grass parking area
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
- Please stay on designated trails.
- Use weed-free hay to prevent the spread of invasive plant species.
- Tie horses to trees in a way that won't damage the tree.
