Outrider Trailhead

Area Status: Open

Outrider Trailhead located north of Chadron State Park just off of Highway 385 provides access to Pine Ridge Trail system which is open non-motorized travel for mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding.

The trailhead provides access to several areas, including:

The Black Hills Overlook is 1.8 miles
Forest Road 701 is 6 miles
Chadron Creek Wildlife Area is 6.9 miles
Deadhorse Road and trailhead is 10.1 miles

Outrider Trailhead includes dispersed camping, horse corrals and stock water. No other services are available including garbage, so please pack it in, and pack it out and practice Leave no Trace.

Stock water is usually available from May through October, but please call ahead to verify at (308) 432-0300.

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At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Year-round
Reservations:	First come, first serve.
Fees:	No fee
Usage:	Light
Restrictions:	Certified noxious weed-free hay/feed is required on national forest lands. Motorized vehicles are prohibited on Pine Ridge Trail.
Closest Towns:	Chadron, NE
Water:	Stock water seasonal. Call for exact dates: 308-432-0300.
Restroom:	No
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Pine Ridge Ranger District (308) 432-0300

General Information

Directions:

From Chadron take Highway 385 south from the intersection with Highway 20 for approximately 7.5 miles. Turn west on Forest Road 739. Corrals and trailhead are visible after turning onto Forest Road 739. From the entrance to Chadron State Park the turnoff onto Forest Road 739 is approximately ¾ mile to the north.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Mountain Biking

Day Hiking

Access to trails in Chadron State Park, Chadron Creek Wildlife Management Area, and the adjacent Nebraska National Forest. Outrider to Black Hills Overlook - 1.5 mi.