Horse Riding and Camping
Going on horseback with pack animals into the wilderness can be a wonderful experience.
We have a nice, printable, guide called Horse Sense to help you learn about regulations and tips to make your trip very enjoyable and also help to minimize conflicts with other wilderness users.
You and your stock will enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery anywhere in Northern California.
Remember that the wilderness is a fragile environment and we need your help to protect and maintain it for future equestrians to enjoy.
Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding is widely available on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest as many trails are multiuse trails.
The Weaverville Community Forest is once such area that is open to hikers, bikers, and horseback riders.
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Bear Creek Trail
This trail starts at 9 mile bridge off the Hyampom Road and ends up at Hayfork Bally (approximately 8.5 miles long). It is open to hikers and equestrians.
Bridge Camp Campground
Site Open
Located on the North Fork of Stuart Fork Creek, five miles west on County Road 112 and 18 miles from Weaverville, this campground has 10 sites with an average max. trailer size allowed of 20 feet.…
Canyon Creek
A moderate 7-mile hike along Canyon Creek will take you past meadows and waterfalls until you reach these two lakes that lay below towering granite peaks. Strenuous day hikes are possible to the…
Chanchelulla Wilderness
Chanchelulla Wilderness is a relatively small wilderness area located about 50 miles west of Red Bluff. The Chanchelulla Wilderness was created in 1984 by Congress. The Wilderness features rugged…
Clikapudi Trail
Trails at Shasta Lake are open all year, but it is best to hike them in the spring and fall. Tips/ Suggestions: If you choose to hike these trails in the summer, be sure and take plenty of water.…
East Weaver Group Campground
Site Open
The East Weaver Group Campground is available by reservation only. It offers 10 sites, picnic tables, fire rings and a vault toilet. Located in the Weaverville area at the end of East Weaver Road, on…
Goldfield Campground
Site Closed
Located off of State Hwy 3 on Coffee Creek Road. This campground offers picnic tables, fire rings and a vault toilet. There is no piped water.
Granite Peak
This is a very steep hike, and only those in good physical condition should attempt it. At the end of this 4⅔-mile climb, you will find yourself on top of a peak with magnificent views of the…
Horse Flat Campground
Site Closed
Located approximately 40 miles north on State Route 3 from Weaverville, this campground offers 10 sites. Four site that can accommodate trailers up to 16 feet. Dry Camping only.Â
Preacher Meadow Campground
Site Closed
Preacher Meadow campground is located one mile south of Trinity Center off of State Route 3 and approximately 30 miles from Weaverville.This quiet and serene campground attracts hikers as it is near…