Horse Procedures in the Park

Recommended Procedures

To help insure a safe, pleasant visit for your horse, yourself and other visitors to this area, please observe the following suggested practices.

    * Stay on the approved, pre-existing trails at all times.

    * Always carry a first aid kit for you and your horse.

    * Carry adequate water for you and your horse. Water may not be available on the trail.

    * Walk your horse. Moving at faster gaits increases trail erosion and endangers hikers.

    * Always alert hikers when you approach them. Ask them to yield the trail. Be prepared to give them instructions on how to behave around your horse. Ask them not to pet or feed your animal. Warn them if your horse kicks or bites.

    * Pass other trail users only when and where it is safe to do so.

    * Do not tie horses to trees, bushes rocks, or other natural features.

    * Clean up after yourself. Pack out all litter. Remove horse manure from the trail and scatter it. Remove manure and excess hay from corrals and dispose of it properly.

    * Bears reside in this area. Store horse feed in proper containers, and secure it inside a vehicle.

    * If you discover serious trail damage or a fire, notify a park ranger immediately.

    * If your animal is injured or dies on a trail, notify a park ranger immediately.

    * If your horse gets loose, and you are unable to catch it, notify a park ranger as soon as possible.