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There are 1,000 plus miles of state-designated trails open to equestrian riders and more than 20 equestrian-friendly campgrounds located in our state parks and forests.
- Map of Equestrian Trails and Campgrounds
- List of Equestrian Trails and Campgrounds
Before you go
Before You Go
Recreation Passport A Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks, recreation areas and state forest campgrounds, in addition to some state trailheads and boat launches.
Make a Camping Reservation Camping reservations can be made up to six months in advance.
Event Permit Information Equestrian trail rider groups planning a ride may need to acquire an event permit. Please contact the location for more information.
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Riding Stables with Rentals
Are you interesting in trail riding, but you don't own your own horse? A handful of privately owned riding stables are located in southeastern Michigan state parks (prices, hours and regulations vary by location).
- Maybury Riding Stable
- Horse N Around Riding Stable at Waterloo
- Brighton Recreation Area Riding Stables
Additional Resources
Volunteer Organizations
Many dedicated volunteers help maintain equestrian trails, plan special events and organize clean-up efforts. Michigan state parks are self-supporting and rely on user fees and dedicated volunteers to help protect and preserve these scenic areas. Consider joining the efforts of these important partners:
- Brighton Trail Riders Association
- Equestrian Friends of Big Oaks
- Fort Custer Horse Friends Association
- Highland Trail Riders Association
- Ionia Horse Trails Association
- Yankee Springs Trail Riders Association
- Ortonville Recreation Equestrian Association
- Pontiac Lake Horseman's Association
- Proud Lake Trail Riders Association
- Sleepy Hollow Trail Riders Association
- Waterloo Horsemen's Association
- Maybury Trail Riders Association
The Equine Trails Subcommittee is a subset of the Trails Advisory Council who advises the Director of the DNR and the Governor on the creation, development, operation, and maintenance of motorized and nonmotorized trails in the state.
