Horse Riding and Camping
Saddle up and experience the Cherokee National Forest on a network of designated horse trails and backcountry roads. Miles of riding opportunities abound in the Starr Mountain, French Broad River and Holston Mountain recreation regions.
Horses are allowed on many designated national forest system trails as well as open and closed roads.
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Little Citico Horse Trail Complex
The Little Citco Horse Trail system offers more than 15 miles of backcountry trails in the Citico Creek Wilderness. Group sizes are limited to 12 inside the Wilderness boundary.
Lost Corral Horse Camp
Site Open
Located at the entrance to the Starr Mountain and Chestnut Mountain Horse Trails, this campground features 20 roomy campsites, each with a picnic table, fire ring, lantern post and horse hitching…
Old Forge Recreation Area
Site Open
Are you looking for a primitive tent camping experience? Come stay at this small campground located along the banks of Jennings Creek. Large walk-in tent sites are screened by native vegetation. In…
Starr Mountain Horse Trails
The Starr Mountain Horse Trail Complex consists of about 20 miles of trails ranging from short loop trails to long overnight rides. Trail options include the Starr Mountain Horse Trail, a 5.5…
Young Branch Campground
Site Temporarily Closed
Young Branch Campground is located on Citico Creek. The campground offers 25 horse stalls as well as a corral that may accommodate up to 10 horses (if they get along with each other).