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Tennessee State Trail Guide, Contact person:
Margie Baker
TDA - Market Development Division
PO Box 40627
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 837-5160
Submitted By: (Margie) Margaret Baker Click Here

East Fork Stables

Allardt: Allardt: PO box 156, 100's of miles trail, full hookup's, covered stalls, bathhouse and cabins. PH 931-879-1176 or 800-978-7245
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Submitted By: Kameron Price Click Here

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Submitted By: Kameron Price Click Here

Cherokee National Forest

Etwoah: Approximately 34 miles of trails. Has dispersed camping for Equestrians but no facilities.
PH 423-263-5486, P.O. Box D, Etowah Tn. 37331

Cherokee Trails Campground and Stables

Bluff City: We have full hook up sites. Covered stalls. Bathhouses. Cabins and bunkhouses for rent. Campground joins the Cherokee National Forest, with miles of forest service roads and trails. Mountain trails to the summit of Holston Mountain (over 4500 ft above sea level), it may not be the Rockies, but as close as you can get east of the Mississippi River. Located next to South Holston Lake, so bring your boat, or rent ours for some swimming or fishing. GREAT TROUT FISHING in the tail waters of the South Holston River. Some guided services for trail rides, hunting and fishing.

This is a FAMILY campground, so bring the horses, dogs, but most of all "the kids".

Directions to campground. From Bristol take Hwy 421 south for 3 mile. Turn right onto Hwy 44 south go 2.1 miles to the 4-way stop sign. Turn right and follow Hwy 44 south for 1.5 miles, turn left onto Morrell Creek Road, go .7 miles. Make a left onto Morrell Creek Lane and go 1.4 miles to campground of the left.

Cherokee Trails Campground and Stables. Our address is 901 Bluff City, TN.37618 (next to Bristol)
Phone number is (423)391-0118.
E-mail: Cherokee Trails Campground and Stables, Shelley Plaster Click Here
Web page Cherokee Trails Campground and Stables Click Here

Lone Mountain State Forest

Wartburg: 14 miles of trail, primative camping. Addr: Tennessee Division of Forestry, 302 Clayton Howard Road, Wartburg Tn. 37887. PH 423-346-6655

Natchez Trace State Park

Wildersville: 200 Miles of trail, camping with Elect and water hookup.
Monday and Tuesday until further notice -- opens 1 April 2002

Addr: 24845 Natchez Trace Road,
Wildersville Tn. 38388. PH 731-968-3742
Take Exit 116 (Hwy 114) off I-40 between Jackson and Nashville, Tn.

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

Franklin: 23 Miles of trail, has staging areas along the trail route. day use only. For organized trail ride information call 615-459-1010.

Great Smokey Mountains National Park

Gatlinburg: 500 Miles of trail, Equestrian campgrounds and primitave horse camps. Addr: Superintendant, 107 Park Headquarters Rd., Gatlinburg, Tn. 37738
PH 423-436-1231
Great Smoky Mtns NP (natural history assoc.-maps)
Great Smokey National Park, web page Click Here

Big South Fork National Recreation Area

Oneida: 200 Miles of Trail plus another 200 in old logging and backcountry roads. Three facilities for horses.
1. Charit Creek Wilderness Lodge, PH 423-429-5704
2. Bandy Creek Stables, PH 615-879-4013
3 Station Horse camp and Bear creek Horse camp, have modern horse camps, Contact Brandy creek visitor Center.
Addr: 5602 Leatherwood Road, Oneida, Tn, 37841. PH 615-879-3625
Big South Fork - camping, web page Click Here
Big South Fork

True West Campground

Jamestown: True West Campground and Stables, 32 campsites with electric and water. New Barn 60 Horse stalls in new barn, wash bay. Direct access to miles and miles of Horse Trails on the Big South Fork National Recreation Area.
Address:
Leatherwood Ford Road
Jamestown, TN 38556
Phome: 931-752-8272
Submitted By: Mark, True West Campground Click Here

Zenith Stables & Campground

There is a fairly new campground apx. 15 miles Northeast of Jamestown called ZENITH STABLES & CAMPGROUND.
They have direct access trails to Big South Fork, with over 200 miles of marked trails. They have cabins, travel-trailer hookups with water & electric, and primitive camping areas. They also have 50 nice stalls in 2 barns that are well maintained.

DIRECTIONS: Take hiway 127 to Jamestown, turn on hiway 52East and proceed to Mt. Helen Road. Turn onto Mt. Helen Road and proceed to Cole Place Road. (There is a sign at the corner of Mt. Helen Rd. & Cole Place rd.) The campground is apx. 1/2 mile down Cole Place Rd. on the left.

ADDRESS:
Zenith Stables & Campground
929 Cole Place Road,
Allardt, TN. 38504

PHONE: 931-879-5252, Gary Matthews, Owner

Southeast Pack Trips, Inc.

Jamestown: Accommodations for horse and rider adjoining Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Also have Horses for rent. Guided rental horse rides. Outfitting services including multi-day or overnight guided trail and camping services. Guide services and outfitting for wild game. (931) 879-2260. Located 5 miles from Bandy Creek on Route 297.
Submitted By: Joyce Pickard Click Here

Saddle Valley Campground

Jamestown: Campsites, stables and corrals, located on eight acres, large Pines, Bradford Pears, lots of grass, and a small pond for your relaxation after a day of riding in The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, just outside of Jamestown, TN. Bring your horses and keep them in one of our covered 10x10 stalls just a few feet from your campsite, or keep them together in an open paddock the right size for your number of horses.
We have 5 barns, 8 paddocks and a large corral. Easy access to Big South Forks well maintained designated and mapped horse trails, with easy to follow signs, is just a short ride from your campsite.
Campground is located on Hwy. 297, four miles east of the junction of Highways 297 and 154, just outside the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area.
Saddle Valley Campground, Jamestown, TN 38556
For reservations call (931) 879-6262.
Web Page Saddle Valley Campground Click Here
E-mail: Saddle Valley Campground Click Here
Submitted By: Joyce Pickard Click Here

Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Lebanon: 12 Miles of trail

Closed on Monday and Tuesday (winter), regular RV campground, no equestrian camping facilities.
A concessionaire has stables about a mile from the campground for those who travel with horses and want to ride the area trails.
Concessionaire phone is 615.444.5465

Ph 615-443-2769
Addr: 328 Cedar Forest Road, Labanon Tn. 37090
Submitted By: Georgi Hockaday Click Here

Chickasaw State Park

Henderson: 100 + miles of trails, equine or regular camping, both have electric and water hookup.
PH 731-989-5141.
Addr: Box 20 Cabin Lane, Henderson Tennessee, 38340.
Submitted By: Georgi Hockaday Click Here

Fairview Nature Park

Fairview: 15 miles of trails, trail access, picnic areas, No equine camping. PH 615-799-2484 or PH 615-799-0422.
Addr: P.O. Box 69, Fairview Tennessee, 37062

Fall Creek falls State Park

Pikeville: Two miles of trails, Open from may through October, Rental horses only. PH 423-881-5298, 1-800-250-8610, for the stable 423-881-3628.
Addr: Route 3, Pikeville Tn. 37367

Franklin State Forest

Winchester: 12 miles of trail/loging roads, primitive camping. PH 615-962-1140 or 615-598-5507
Addr: P.O. Box 68, Winchester, 37398

Frozen Head State Park

Wartburg: 15 to 20 Miles of trail. Regular camping but no equine camps. PH 423-346-3318.
Addr: 964 Flat Fork Road, Wartburg, Tn. 37887.

Norris Dam Watershead

Norris: Several miles of trails, no camping PH 423-494-7645
Addr: 20 Chestnut Drive, PO Box G, Norris, Tn. 37828

Percy Warner Park

Nashville: Ten + miles of trails, Park at the equestrian center. PH 615-370-8051
Addr: 50 Vaughn Road, Nashville Tn. 37221

Warriors Path State Park

Kingsport: Rental horses only on 2 miles of trail, camping. Office PH 423-239-8531, Stable 423-323-8543.
Addr: PO Box 5026, Kingsport, Tn. 37663

Callalantee Stables and Campground

Mountain City: 50 + Miles of mountain trail. Camping, barn, showers, elect hook-up.
We are open to horses from April 1- Thanksgiving Day. During the winter we are open to 4-wheelers and dirt bikes. Contact us for further info
Callalantee Campground
Phone (423)727-8156
748 Furnace Creek Road
Mountain City Tennessee

Percy Priest, Cordell Hull, and Dale Hollow

Percy Priest, Cordell Hull, and Dale Hollow lakes are very good trails for day rides and camping. The Twin Forks Trail at the south end of Priest is about twenty miles long and offers great views of Stones River and has at least three access points. This is an Army Corps of Engineers project and is free to the public. Two of the Rangers, Greg Thomas and Scott Fanning, have taken an interest in the trails and are willing to help keep them maintained if they are used by horse people.
Cordell Hull Lake: PH 615-735-1034
Submitted By: Edward Elam Click Here

Twin Forks Horse Trail

Twin Forks Horse Trail at J. Percy Priest Lake: Equestrians and hikers are welcome to use this 20 mile long trail that runs along the shoreline from Walter Hill Dam to Nices Mill Recreation Area. The best access to the trail is East Fork Recreation Area. The 8 mile portion of the trail between Nices Mill and East Fork is in better condition than other portions of the trail, which may be overgrown in some places, however efforts are being made to reclaim the trail along the entire route. Directions to East Fork: from downtown Nashville take I-24 east 19 miles to exit 70, left on Nissan Dr. 3 miles rt on 41 Murfreesboro Rd (toward Murfreesboro) left on Florence Rd. rt on Sulphur Springs Rd, go past Nices Mill, left on W. Buckeye Bottom Rd. look for, and follow signs to East Fork .
Submitted By: Edward Elam Click Here

Cordell Hull Lake Horseback Riding Trails

There are two trails at Cordell Hull, the Lowland Trail, approximately 10 miles long,is an ideal place for biginning riders to master the equestrain art, or for the experienced rider to enjoy a leisurely ridethrough the open flat lakeshore environment.
The second trail is the Wilderness Trail, approximately 12 miles long. This trail is much more challenging for both the rider and horse.The Wilderness Trail leaves the flat country of the lakeshore and heads for the hills.Along this trail you you will travel through steep terrrain past a timberland full of a variety of vegetation and wildlife. Reststops along the trail offer a scenic, panoramic view of Curdell Hull Lake from atop the hills.
Directions and info; Take I-40 to the Carthage exit, then Highway 53 to Granville. The trail entrance is beside the road just past Granville. There is a parking area here, or you can turn left off 53, go about 5 miles to to the entrance for both trails and a primative camping. For more info contact:Resource Manager, Cordell Hull Lake US Army Corps of Engineers, RT 1, Box 62 Carthage, TN 37030 (931) 735-2244.
Submitted By: Edward Elam Click Here

Red Oak Ridge Riding trail

Celina: Red Oak Ridge hiking and horse riding trail at Dale Hollow Lake. Along the trail, there are places to swim, water your horse, and camp. Hitching post, a shelter and pit toilets are provided. Please help protect the natural and cultural resources on the trail. Deposit litter in the designated containers. Motorized vehicles are prohibited on the trail.
Take Hwy 53 out of Celina past the Dale Hollow Dam and look for the sign to Holly Creek Dock, turn right, and then look for the Red Oak Ridge Trail signs.
For more info, contact: Resource Manager, Dale Hollow Lake
5050 Dale Hollow Dam Rd
Celina, TN 38551-9708
Submitted By: Edward Elam Click Here

Warner Parks Horse Trails

There are about ten miles of easy relaxing trails at Warner Park in Nashville.
There are many loops and picnic shelters, however no camping. These are well maintained trails in a very nice park. Trailriders should enter and exit the bridle path system from the Equestrian Center at 2500 Old Hickory Blvd.
For more info contact: Superintendent of the Warner Parks
50 Vaughn Rd
Nashville TN 37221
Ph (615) 370-8050
Submitted By: Edward Elam Click Here

PatchWorks Stables

Coker Creek: Located with the Cherokee National forest all around us. We have appox. 200 miles of trails. I have horse rentals by the hour, 1/2 day & all day rates, or bring your own horse. We take people out on overnight & weekend campouts.
I don't have any camping facilaties here on the premises but there are several places close by that do have tent & rv camping. I am setup to take people with their own horses or with my rentals horses out for overnight trail camping.
We also have overnight boarding for the equine traveler.
Address: 110 Old Doc Rogers Rd. Coker Creek, Tn.
Phone (423) 261-2878, Fax: (423) 261-8878.
e-mail address Patchwrks@usit.net
E-mail: Patch and Wanda Marvin Click Here

Callalantee Campground and Stables

Mountian City: stalls, campground with 40 sites, elect hookup, bathhouse, trails in the Cherokee National forest. Ph 423-727-8156, or leave message at 828-264-1824.

Wilderness Resorts

Big South Fork, Cabin rentals with private stables for your horse. several size's of cabins, fishing 200 miles of trails, Hot tub, full Kitchen.

Rae Laxton
423-569-9847
E-mail: Rae Laxton - Wilderness Resorts Click Here
Web page Wilderness Resorts Click Here

Martin's Stables

Cosby: We are right across the street from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with miles of trails that permit horseback riding. In fact, according to park officials, approximately 80 percent of trails in this half of the park permit horseback riding.
If it was your desire, you could mount your horse at our stables and dismount in the Cherokee Indian Reservation in North Carolina.
You can now bring your horse for riding in the park during the day, and take in shows or any other entertainment the area has to offer at night knowing your horse is being professionally cared for.
One half hour drive to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville

Directions:
Take I-40 to the Wilton Springs Exit (440) and follow the signs to Gatlinburg. When on US 321 keep going straight, rather than take the right-hand turn at the fireworks store just past the Cosby Smoky Mountain Information Center. The entrance to the Cosby Campground will be one mile ahead. Martin's Stables is on the left, one-half mile past the Cosby Campground entrance.

E-mail: Gregg and Karen Martin Click Here
Martin's Stables, web page Click Here
Our postal address:
Gregg and Karen Martin
745 Caney Creek Road
Cosby, Tennessee 37722
Our phone number: (423) 487-4371

American Outdoors Training and Recreation Facility

American outdoors training and recreation facility , located in Scott County Tennessee just outside the Big South Fork National Park.

We have horse trails and training devices, we provide trail guides, back country camping, horse sales, breeding, training, and boarding, along with about anything for the outdoors oriented person.

American Outdoors, web page Click Here
E-mail: Lee Laxton Click Here

Wildwood Lodge B&B, Stables and Cabins

Jamestown: Nestled between Big South Fork National Park, Pickett State Park and Pickett State Forest, we are Bed and Breakfast with woodland cabins and 26 horse stalls.
We are 2 miles from some of the most popular trailheads in Big South Fork.
Name: Wildwood Lodge B&B, Stables and Cabins
Address : 3636 Pickett Park Highway, Jamestown, TN 38556
Tel 931 879 9454
Wildwood Lodge B&B, Stables and Cabins, web page Click Here
E-mail: Reg and Julia Johnson Click Here

Cabin for rent, Big South Fork National Park

Jamestown: "Trail's End Vacation Cabin at Big South Fork", beautiful cabin that sleeps 6, bordering a horse trail. Covered and open stalls, very private, end of road w/pull through for big rigs, great area with a network of trails that lead right into Big South Fork Nat'l. Park & Recreation Area.

Phone 706-838-0392

Web page TRAIL'S END CABIN RENTAL AT BIG SOUTH FORK, TN. Click Here
E-mail: Susan Williams Shedd Click Here

Rich Mtn. Trail Rides

Rich Mtn. Trail Rides, B.Y.O.H or rent one of our horses.
Contact Mark Broyles PH 423-257-4178.
Chucky, Tenn.

Many Cedars Campground and Trail Rides

There are about 60 miles of wooded trails that wind through approximately 3,200 acres. The trails lead over the hills and through the hollows, across streams and the Buffalo River. The trails are very well marked and a map is available at the main building.
They do not host a regular week long ride, but do welcome groups and can customize a package to meet your needs. Please call for extended stay and group rates. Once a month they have a one day guided ride with a meal included. Other special events will be offered occasionally throughout the season.
Located on the Buffalo River about 15 miles Northeast of the Buffalo River Trail Ride Campground North or Waynesboro.
For more information and to make reservations call (931) 796-4384
233 Pollock Cemetery Road, Hohenwald Tn, 38462

E-mail: Many Cedars Campground Click Here
Submitted By: Jimmy Hill Click Here

Timber Ridge Horse Campground

Jamestown: Timber Ridge Horse Campground is located 7 miles from Jamestown, TN. From Jamestown take Rt. 154 north for 5 miles and turn right on Darrow Ridge Road.
The Campground is 2 1/2 miles on the right. The Campground features campsites with electricity, water and picnic tables, a new 40 stall barn, a clean, heated bath house, central sewage dump and a few sleeper cabins with electricity and water.
Trails lead directly into Big South Fork River & Recreation Area.
Phone (931) 879-RIDE, or (931) 260-0826.

Web page Timber Ridge Horse Campground Click Here
E-mail: Timber Ridge Horse Campground Click Here
Submitted By: Joyce Pickard Click Here

Long C Trails

Water and electric are hookups and a very clean bathhouse are available at the campground. Stalls are also available, as well as primitive camping.

Long C Trails is a family operated business with lots of clean family fun. We offer a peaceful atmosphere with some of the most beautiful scenery in Middle Tennessee. This includes over 2000 acres of horseback-riding and hiking trails, winding streams on every trail, scenic overlooks, waterfalls, wildlife, and majestic bluffs.

NO ALCOHOL

Cowboy Church every Sunday morning.

The nearest town is Westmoreland. We are also near Scottsville, KY.

We are 1 hr. 15 min. northeast of Nashville, TN and 1 hr. southeast of Bowling Green, KY. For detailed directions, see our website at www.longctrails.com.
We have approximately 40 miles of trails.
Phone 270-618-7500
E-mail: Jack, Long C Trails Click Here
Web page Long C Trails Click Here

Big Creek Horse Camp

Newport: Big Creek Horse Camp is a privately operated horse campground just outside the Big Creek entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Mt Sterling, NC. We operate 2 small horse camps, one has a dozen tie stalls, the other has high lines. Both sites have turn out for your horses, pit toilets, and a covered picnic shed. A nearby country store (in walking or riding distance) offers hot meals, hot showers, and laundry. From the camp you may easily ride into both the Big Creek/Mt Sterling area of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park or into the 12 Mile Strip area of the Pisgah National Forest.
The camp is rented to a single group at a time, regardless of group size.
Rates are $10 per night for the first person and $5 per night for each additional person.
For folks with big rigs than cannot negotiate the road to the Big Creek day use trailer parking area in the national park may park at our horse camp for $5 rig per day.
Big Creek Horse Camp is just 2 miles off I-40 exit 451 in Tennessee. The closest large town is Newport, TN.
We live in NC but you have to go into TN to get to our place and, even though we live in NC, our mail and phone service comes from Newport, TN, a town about 20 miles away.

Contact Information:
Ann Hill keeps the reservations books. Her phone number is (828) 456-7053
our mailing address is: Keith Hill, 44 Mt Sterling Rd, Newport, TN 37821
or you may e-mail us for more information:
E-mail: Little Creek Outfitters Click Here

Meadow Creek Mountain Rustic Resort

Parrottsville: Located at the base of Meadow Creek Mountain bordering miles of Cherokee National Forest Trails we offer facilities for horse owners and horse enthusiasts to bring their horses or ride ours. From 1-hr. guided trail rides to 2 & 3 night packtrips. Private luxury cabins with horse facilities available, RV sites and primitive campsites.
Tack shop, Cafe and General Store on premises.
Located between Newport, TN and Hot Springs,NC
Call or visit our web site for directions.

Meadow Creek Mountain Rustic Resort
959 Browns Chapel Rd.
Parrottsville, TN 37843
Cherokee National Forest
Phone 423-623-7543
E-mail: Meadow Creek Mountain Rustic Resort Click Here
Web page Meadow Creek Mountain Rustic Resort Click Here

Heartland Country Campgrounds

Tellico Plains: Heartland Country Campgrounds
790 Cooper Hollow Road
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
Phone-423.261.2498
Fax-423.261.2980
E-mail: Olivia Gomes, Office Manager Click Here

HoneyCreek Horse Camp

Jamestown: HoneyCreek Horse Camp is on the South end of the Big South Fork in Zenith, TN. The Camp is close to Jamestown, TN.
We have 40 campsites with water and electric hookups and 40 covered stalls.

Directions from Jamestown, TN.
start out going North on US-127 toward TN-52 0.9miles
turn left on TN-52 10.4miles
turn left on Mt. Helen Rd. 5.0 miles
turn left on Old Mt. Helen Rd. 3.5miles

HoneyCreek Horse Camp
P.O. Box 5445
Oneida, TN 37841 phone: 423-569-2289
fax: 720-294-4268

E-mail: HoneyCreek Horse Camp Click Here

Nashville International Airport

My name is David Frensley and I am the Equine Program Manager at the Nashville International Airport in Nashville Tennessee. We are opening two equine trails May of 2006 for public use.

Sincerely,
David J. Frensley, Sr.
Equine Program Manager
Nashville International Airport
Department of Public Safety
921 Airport Service Road
Nashville Tennessee 37214
Office (615) 275-4423
Fax (615) 275-1451

E-mail: Nashville International Airport, David J. Frensley, Sr. Click Here
Web page Nashville International Airport Click Here

Triple H Equestrian Farm

Soddy Daisy: We have 20 miles of trails that run through the mountains, over the creeks, and around the hollers. We have trails for riders from beginners to advanced. It is a family atmosphere.

Directions to the farm:From Chattanooga take Highway 27 to Highway 111 North. Go about 4 miles up the mountain to exit Jones Gap Road. Take a right onto Jones Gap Rd and go 4 miles to Bowman Cemetary Road (There are two Bowman Roads, Take the second one) Take a Right onto Bowman Cemetary Road. Go to the third drivway on the Right.
Contacts: Tera (423)580-0136 or Kerry (423)309-9049
E-mail: Triple H Equestrian Farm Click Here

Circle E Guest Ranch and campground

Belvidere: The ranch offers guided trail rides 6 times a year. You can come ride and camp anytime except October 28th - January 15th. We are closed for HUNTING SEASON.
Tha dates are :
April 16th - 22nd.
May 21st - 27th
June 25th - July 1st
August 6th - 12th
Sept. 10th - 16th
Oct. 15th - 21st
The beautiful lodge/dining hall (heated and air conditioned)is ready for your visits and to book for private parties.
The Circle E Ranch is located in the Cumberland Mts. 6 miles from Winchester, TN. on highway 16. We are about 75 miles from Nashville., TN and 45 miles from Huntsville, AL. and 65 miles from Chattanooga. We have over 100,000 acres of uninhibited mountain land.
We offer 3 buffet style meals a day, Country-western music for dancing with the band, fun auctions, Game nights and we have a special giveaway for you also. New modern bath houses(heated and air conditioned)are ready for your comfort.
We have 3 completely furnished log cabins, two dump stations and covered stalls with water and lights. A farrier is available. Currently we have over 200 campsites and stalls with more to come this winter.
COME BY AND SEE FOR YOURSELF THIS CAMPGROUND AND FACILITY. I welcome you to drop by and see me.
Day Riders- Camping

Address:
50 Evans Circle, Belvidere, Tennessee.
Phone: 931-962-1790

Web page Circle E Guest Ranch Click Here
E-mail: Circle E Guest Ranch Click Here

Spruce creek stables & campgrounds

Jamestown: You can ride from the campgrounds into the big south fork national recreation area.
We have 9 shaded and graveled sites with full hookups and dumping stations, 12 stalls with fans and water to each stall, newly constructed bath house & wash rack.
We supply the stalls with shavings when you arrive. We do have shavings to purchase if extra is needed. No need to bring fire wood we provide the fire wood.
Spruce creek stables & campgrounds
532 evergreen lane spruce creek
Jamestown, TN. 38556
phone: (931) 879-4539
cell: (931) 397-7152
Web page Circle E Guest Ranch Click Here
E-mail: www.sprucecreekcampgrounds.com Click Here

Layover Hosts for your horse or mule. (No Trail access)

Most campgrounds and ranches are also good for layover places

This is a link to B & B Online, Bed and Breakfast with equine accommodations Click Here

Apple Brook B&B and Barn

Nashville: Stalls, pens, close to Nechez Trace Trail. PH 615-646-5082.
Addr: 9127 Hwy. 100, Nashville, Tn. 37221.

Blue Lake Ranch

Mount Juliet: Stalls, round pens, barn, full boarding, Trails for special group rides BYOH Ph 615-754-4992
Addr: 8960 Central Pike, Mount Juliet, Tn. 37048.

Clear Fork Farm B&B

Rugby: Barn, pens, turnouts. Have 4 large rooms with private baths. Miles of private trails and close to Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. Ph 423-628-2967
Addr: 328 Shirley Ford Road, Rugby Tn. 37852-9605

Flintlock Inn and Stables

Chuckey: Cabins and Inn, stalls, pens, trails in the Nolichuckey River basin, fishing, rafting, PH 423-257-2489
Addr: 790 G'Fellers Road, Chuckey TN, 37641

Lairdland Farm Log Cabin B&B

Cornersville: Have stables and a 1830 cabin, miles of trails, Ph 615-363-9080 or 888-231-8631
Addr: Blackburn Hollow Road, Cornersville, Tn. 37047

Pack Stables and Cabins

Townsend: 8X10 stalls, paddock, pasture, hay, Trailer parking, cabins or bunkhouse, Minutes from Great Smokey Mountians trails, Ph 865-448 6318
Addr: 7760 Cedar Creak Road, Townsend, Tn, 37882
E-mail Freida Pack Click Here

Tally Ho Stables

Oneida: Stable, pasture, 300 miles of trails in Big South Fork National Recreation Area. Ph 423-569-2451 or 423-569-9472
Addr: 6334 Grave Hill Road, PO Box 4773, Oneida Tn. 37841

Davy Crockett Riding Stables

Townsend: Horse boarding, paddocks, stalls, 25 miles of trail, rental horses, Guided rides. Ph 423-448-6411
Addr: 505 Old Cades Cove Road, PO Box 194, Townsend, Tn. 37882

Xanadu Farm

Triune: B & B Stalls PH 615-395-4771

JuRo Stables

Mt. Juliet: stalls, paddocks, rental horses, camping.
Addr: 735 Carver Lane, Mt Juliet, Tn 37122
Phone (615) 773-7433 (ride)
FAX (615) 754-9927
CELL (615)473-6254
E-mail Ju-Ro Stables Click Here

Double M Ranch B&B

Louisville: Have stalls, barn, pasture. B&B with cabins and houseboats. Close to Smokey and Chilhowee mountians day rides, rental horses, guides available. Ph 423-995-9421 or 423-995-2972
Addr: 4033 Miser Station Road, Louisville, Tn. 37777

French Board Outpost Ranch

Del Rio: Stalls, turnouts, Cabins and camping, camper hookup. PH 423-487-3120
Addr: 461 Old River Road, Del Rio, Tn. 37727

Willowbridge Farm B&B

Sevierville: Overnight boarding, pasture, pens, Close to trails in Great Smokey Mountians. Ph 423-453-2257 or 423-453-6068.
Addr: 2920 Jones Cove Road, Seviersville Tn. 37876.

Seahorse Farms, Chattanooga

Chattanooga: Seahorse Farms - Overnight stabling just off I-75 in Chattanooga Tennessee, less than 1 mile from the Georgia state line. Located less than 10 miles from the Chickamauga-Chattanooga Battlefield in Fort Oglethorpe, GA which has horse trails. Facilities available for up to 15 horses per night.
Call for reservations.
Jerry Clark home (423) 499-2648 mobile (423) 667-0440 pager (423)490-7800.
Submitted By: Brenda Brandon Click Here

Lyic Springs B&B

Franklin: pasture, stalls, pens. Food, spa, swimming, fishing. 25 miles of trails plus access to Nachez Trace Scenic Trails and Fairview Nature Park Trails. Ph 615-329-3385
Addr: 7306 S. Harpeth Road, Franklin Tn., 37064

Hit-A-Lick Farm

Dickson: Overnight stalls, pens. Ph 615-412-3334, Jason Myatt - owner
Addr: 155 Myatt Cemetary Road, 37055

Wild Heart Ranch

Sewanee: Stalls, pens, turnouts. A frame cabins, campsites for equestrians, BYOH, close to Franklin State Forest
PH 423-837-0849
Addr: 1070 Old Sewanee Road, PO Box 130, Sewanee Tn. 37375.
Web Page: Wild Heart Ranch Click Here

Yesteryear Stables

Chapel Hill: Overnight horse boarding, stalls pens, located 1 mile from Henry Horton State Park. Ph 615-364-7755
Addr: PO Box 599, Warner Road, Chapel Hill, Tn. 37034

Leatherwood Retreat

Jamestown: Cabins, stalls, paddocks. Close to Big South Fork National Recreation Area BYOH, PH 615-879-9693
Addr: Rock Creek Rt., Hwy. 297, Box 220-H, Jamestown Tn. 38556.

Twin Valley B & B and Horse Ranch

Walland: Trails on 94 acres, close to Smoky Mountain national park, B&B or cabins. Have stalls, corral shelter.
Addr: 2848 Old Chihowee Road, Walland Tn. 37886
Ranch Ph 615-791-0333
Web Page: Twin Valley B&B and Horse Click Here

Peacock Hill Country Inn

College Grove: Several miles of trails. Pasture or stalls available. Six different accomidations with private bath's. Ph 615-368-7727 or 1-800-327-6663.
Addr:6994 Giles Hill Road, Collage Grove, Tn. 37046
Web Page: Peacock Hill Country Inn Click Here

Porter Brakebill Farm B&B

Rockford: Stalls and Pens, 100 acres of riding area. 30 minutes from Smokey Mtn. national Park. Ph 423-982-0200
Addr: 803 Martin Mill Pike, Rockford Tn. 37853

Sugar Ridge Ranch

Thompson Station: Working cattle ranch, Campfire meals, South of nashville. Ph 1-800-HOS-CAMP or 615-794-6953
Addr: 1786 Cayce Springs, TYhompson Station Tn. 37179.

Flemingsburg House B & B

College Grove:
Web Page: Flemingsburg House B&B Ph 615-395-4247 or 800-397-7092 Click Here

Namaste Acres Barn B & B

Franklin: have Stalls , pasture, B & B $75.00 to $80.00 includes full country breakfast have trails and trail ride. Horse trailer shuttle. Hosts Bill, Lisa and Lindsay Winters.
Ph 615-791-0333 Fax 615-591-0665
Addr: 5436 Leipers Creek Road, 37064
E-mail: Bill and Lisa Winters
Web Page: Namaste Acres Barn B&B Ph 615-791-0333 Click Here

Lairdland Farm B & B

Cornersville:
Web Page: Lairdland Farm B&B Ph 615-363-9080 Click Here

Sweet Annie's B & B

Fairview: 7201 Crow Cut Road, SW, 37062. PH 615-799-0777
Has stalls, paddock and pasture, close to Bowie Nature Park and Natchez Trace Hills.
Addr:7201 Crow Cut Road SW, Fairview Tn. 37062
Web Page: Sweet Annie's B&B Ph 615-799-8833 Click Here

Natureview Inn B & B

Mt. Juliet:
Web Page: Natureview Inn B&B Ph 615-758-4439 Click Here

Pleasant Retreat B&B

Williston:
Web Page: Pleasant Retreat B&B Ph 901-465-4599 Click Here

Fall Creek Falls B&B

Pikeville:
Web Page: Fall Creek Falls B&B Ph 423-881-5494 Click Here

Cool Breeze Ranch

Lebanon: Stalls, holding pens, pasture, parking for campers with electric hookup. Ph 615-443-0347.
Addr: 1400 Peyton Road, 37087. JR & Juli Keiley

Mountain Echo Farm

Spring City: Stalls, pens, paddocks, pasture, trails, AQHA Quarter Horse's. Have a bunk house for 2. Also have a tack shop. Ph 423-365-5687
Addr: 1851 Dixie Lee Hwy, 37831. Pat and Kirk Webb

Lucky D Ranch

Somerville: Stalls, holding pens, pasture, paddocks, trails, camper hookup. We are 45 Minutes from Chickasaw State Park with horse trails. Ph 901-465-2066.
Home of "Palo Buddy" and "Hankins Glo", weanlings and yearlings for sale.
Addr: 2950 Tomlin Road, 38068
E-mail: Lucky D Ranch Click Here

Walnut Creek Farm

Piney Flats: 2-12X24 Box stalls, 4-12X12 Box stalls, pasture, turn out, hot walker, stocks.
Upper East Tn. scenic area close to Jonesborough, Johnson City, Bnstol, TN/VA, 8 miles south of I-81.
Ph 423-538-8931 Fax 423-282-6194
Jane and Phil Elsea D.V.M., Owner is equine veterinarian.
Address: 2490 Enterprise Rd., Piney Flats, Tn. 37686

PatchWorks Stables

Winding Way Farm

Lebanon: Box stalls, turnout areas, overnight or ride in Lebanon State park. Ph 615-443-7324
Addr; 538 Chicken Rd. Lebanon Tn. 37090

Callalantee Campground and Stables

Mountian City: stalls, campground with 40 sites, elect hookup, bathhouse, trails in the Cherokee National forest. Ph 423-727-8156, or leave message at 828-264-1824.

R.J. Ranch, Rick and Judy Presley

Selmer: Stalls, arena, pasture, trails and hookups for campers. Close to Shiloh National park and Pickwick state Park. Also have motels close by. Ph 901-632-9596.
Addr: Rick and Judy Presley, 4825 Hwy. 142, Selmer, Tn. 38375.

Martin's Stables

E-mail: Gregg and Karen Martin Click Here
Web Page: Martin's Stables Click Here
Our postal address:
Gregg and Karen Martin
745 Caney Creek Road
Cosby, Tennessee 37722
Our phone number: (423) 487-4371

Circle R Ranch

Castalian Springs: (40 miles from Nashville)
Need a place to rest your Horse? We have over night Stabling.
We have Big clean Stall's and Turnouts availble. A place for your horse trailer with electric and water. All kinds of pets welcome. Stay as long as you need to. Horse's must have negative coggins test.
Location:
4720 Hwy 231 S Castalian Springs TN. 37031.
About 40 miles from Nashville TN.
Take I40 to Lebanon Exit 231 N go thru Lebanon Square and 12 miles on right you will see sign.
Circle R Ranch.
Frank and Jackie Roberts PH 615-374-9723
E-mail: Jackie Roberts Click Here

Blue Moon Farm Bed & Board

Franklin: Overnight B & B, Accomodations for people and Horses.
Susan & Bob Eidam, proprietors
Blue Moon Farm Bed & Board
4441 North Chapel Road
Franklin, TN 37067
(615)497-4518
E-mail: Blue Moon Farm Click Here
Web Page: Blue Moon Farm Click Here

Miller Hollow Equestrian Center

Knoxville: Miller Hollow Equestrian Center is located 1.5 miles off I-75, 20 miles North of Knoxville, in East Tennessee. We are near the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and near Big South Fork National Park and Recreation Area.

There are 4 area hotels and many restaurants at exit 122, Norris/Clinton, off I-75. The Museum of Appalachia and Norris Dam State Park are only minutes away.

Our facility offers an acre under roof, with a 75' x 200' indoor arena and 32 boarding stalls. We have a full kitchen and restrooms and hot and cold water wash bays. We host a horse auction every first and third Saturday night of each month, and a merchandise auction every Tuesday night.

Rates are $15 per horse per night. Emergency service available 24 hours a day at 865 457-4109 or 865 457-7522.

Jane Weaver
Miller Hollow Equestrian Center
500 Miller Road
Clinton, TN 37716
E-mail: Jane Weaver, Miller Hollow Equestrian Center Click Here

Big South Fork Lodge, Stables, Resturant and Campground

Jamestown: Big South Fork Lodge, Stables & Steakhouse is located at the Cumbeland Trailhead and the West End Trailhead of the Big South Fork National River and Recreational Park.
We have large, clean rooms, kitchenettes for up to 7 persons, RV hookups as well as a steakhouse for breakfast and dinner. Other park activities include biking, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, ATV, hunting and fishing.
If you have a big rig, I'd recommend comming in from the west side (Jamestown).
Access from Oneida, TN requires a very challenging drive through the gorge in Big South Fork.
Jim and Claudia are new owners and look forward to hosting your visit to Big South Fork.

3607 Leatherwood Ford Road
Jamestown, TN
(931) 879-4230 for reservations.
E-mail: Big South Fork Lodge Click Here

Water Valley B&B

Williamsport, One-Trailer or camper plug set-up for travelers.
3 miles off Natchez Trace Parkway Columbia Exit, 20 minutes from Columbia, Tn.
Williamsport Lake Trails, Natchez Trace Trails
25 miles to I-65, 20 miles to I-40
Trail Service, Natchez Trace Riding Stables 931-682-3706
Williamsport,Tn.38487
Emme Rotier
931-682-2266
3520 Water Valley Rd.

Web Page: Water Valley B&B Click Here

Berry Sweet Bed and Breakfast

Located close to the I-75/I-40 split and just off Hwy 321 in TN. Berry Sweet Bed and Breakfast offers room accommodations and overnight horse boarding. We have many amenities to include Game room with pool table, sunroom, deck with rockers, seasonal outdoor pool. Location is very private. 3 types of rooms available – standard room, Jacuzzi suite and family suite.

Directions: I-75 exit 181. Take Hwy 321 towards Smoky Mountains/Townsend. Go about 7 miles from exit .
You will go across Hwy 11 and Ft Loundon Dam. Turn left at Antioch Church Rd. Go 1.5 miles to property on Right – you will see driveway running between black cross fence.
You can not see Bed and Breakfast from the road.
Phone 865-765-0452
Web Page: Berry Sweet Bed and Breakfast Click Here

Clearview Horse Farm

Selbyville, We are a new facility, that caters especially to overnight layovers.

Web Page: Clearview Horse Farm Click Here

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Trail Rides (bring your own horse or mule)

Birdsong Trailride, Inc

Camden: Welcome to Birdsong Trail Ride, Inc.
Spend your vacation with "The Fowler's" in Camden, TN.
The campsites have electricity and we have a limited number of sites with water.
Plenty of camping space, clean bath houses, 3 home cooked meals, 300 box stalls (8'x8') with water and lights at each barn, feed, hay and shavings may be purchased at a reasonable cost.
The campground is located at 565 Little Birdsong Road. We will be looking for you.

Dates for 2007:
April 9-14
May 14-23
June 18-23
September 17-22
October 22-27

For Reservations and Brochure
Call: 731-584-9206

Web Page Birdsong Trailride, Inc click here

Bucksnort Trail Ride

McEwen: Wooded trails, Elect hookup, Bath house, covered stalls, Nightly entertainment, 5 day trail rides, April, June, October and weekend rides April through October.
Physical location of the Ride is 2887 Poplar Grove Road, McEwen, TN

For Reservations contact:

Linda Baker
9080 Old Charlotte Road
Pegram, TN 37143
615-662-7512 (home phone with recorder)

E-mail: Linda Baker click here
or
E-mail: Linda Baker click here

Owners:
Linda and Tony Baker, 9080 Old Charlotte Rd., Pegram, TN 37143

Loretta Lynn's Ride

Hurricane Mills: 5 day BYOH ride, June and September PH 931-296-7700
Loretta Lynn Trail Ride web page

Buffalo River Trail Ride

Waynesboro: 5 day BYOH ride and camp, March, June, August, October PH 931-722-9170

Circle E Guest Ranch and campground

Belvidere: The ranch offers guided trail rides 6 times a year. You can come ride and camp anytime except October 28th - January 15th. We are closed for HUNTING SEASON.
Trail ride dates are :
April 16th - 22nd.
May 21st - 27th
June 25th - July 1st
August 6th - 12th
Sept. 10th - 16th
Oct. 15th - 21st

The beautiful lodge/dining hall (heated and air conditioned)is ready for your visits and to book for private parties.
The Circle E Ranch is located in the Cumberland Mts. 6 miles from Winchester, TN. on highway 16. We are about 75 miles from Nashville., TN and 45 miles from Huntsville, AL. and 65 miles from Chattanooga. We have over 100,000 acres of uninhibited mountain land.
We offer 3 buffet style meals a day, Country-western music for dancing with the band, fun auctions, Game nights and we have a special giveaway for you also. New modern bath houses(heated and air conditioned)are ready for your comfort.
We have 3 completely furnished log cabins, two dump stations and covered stalls with water and lights. A farrier is available. Currently we have over 200 campsites and stalls with more to come this winter.
COME BY AND SEE FOR YOURSELF THIS CAMPGROUND AND FACILITY. I welcome you to drop by and see me.
Day Riders- Camping

Address:
50 Evans Circle, Belvidere, Tennessee.
Phone: 931-962-1790

Web page Circle E Guest Ranch Click Here
E-mail: Circle E Guest Ranch Click Here

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Links or other information for this state

E-mail:Equine & Bovine Magazine, P.O. Box 661 Pendleton, SC 29670
Tennessee State Parks
Tennessee State Trail Guide, Contact person:
Margie Baker
TDA - Market Development Division
PO Box 40627
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 837-5160
Submitted By: (Margie) Margaret Baker
Bed and Breakfast with equine accommodations
No-charge discussion list for Tennessee Trailriding
Mule Day web site
Big South Fork
Big South Fork, #2
Great Smokey National Park, web page

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North Carolina

Trails, Campgrounds and Overnight Hosts

Croatan National Forest

New Burn: PH 919-638-5628

Great Smokey National Park

The Smokies are some of the most rugged terrain on the east coast. Trails are everything from easy rides along trout streams to steep climbs to mountain tops. Make sure your horse is well conditioned. Most trails in the Smokies are open to horses, but make sure to get a current trail map to make sure the trail you are on is not restricted, most trails aren't marked horse or non-horse. Camping with horses (and trailers) are only allowed at developed horse camps within the park. Reservations are required and are available up to 5 months in advance by calling (800) 365-2267 between 10am and 10pm EST. Horses stay in communial hitchracks and are not allowed in your camp.

I've stayed at Cataloochee and Big Creek.
Cataloochee is an early settlement in a remote valley with historic buildings and wildlife like turkey, deer, wild boar, bear and newly reintorduced elk. It has primative camping with pit toilets, but beauitful rides. One of the best ride is a loop including Little Cataloochee trail that passes by old rock walls, foundations, a cabin and church.
Big Creek has flush toilets in the campground. Best ride is a steep ride that takes you to a fire tower on top of Mount Sterling. There are fantastic views on the rare clear day.
I've seen the campground at Tow String. It's just a wide place at the end of a road.

Cherokee: PH 615-436-1200
Great Smoky Mtns NP (natural history assoc.-maps)
Great Smokey National Park, web page Click Here

Submitted by: Michael Hyatt Click Here

Nantahala National Forest

Robbinsville: PH 704-479-8769

Pisgah National Forest

Asheville: PH 828-257-4200

Dupont State Forest

90 miles of trails around beautiful waterfalls that were just barely saved from a developer.
Over 95% of the trails are single track, sandy trails, and old logging roads.
One of the waterfalls was used in Michael Mann's "Last of the Mohicans" as the waterfall they walked behind to hide from the Indians.
No camping is available.
Web page Dupont State Forest Click Here
Submitted by: Michael Hyatt Click Here

The Ultimate Ride Campground

The Ultimate Ride Campground is a horse-friendly campground, located less than a ten minute horse ride from the Dupont State Forest waterfall loop, near Brevard, NC. This beautiful forest has over 90 miles of trails, (very few of which are gravel roads). New trails are being developed every day and are well maintained .
The Ultimate Ride has full hookups and an 11 stall barn. Pipe corrals are also available at some sites.
Hot showers in the beautiful bath house feel great after those long trail rides.
Please visit our website for information on rates, rules, reservations, and directions.

Directions:
From Hwy 276: From Greenville, SC, go to Cedar Mtn, NC. Turn right onto Cascade Lake Rd., go approx. 4 miles ,then right onto Staton(Dupont) Rd. Pass the AGFA Plant and the main entrance to Dupont State Forest on the right. After the next large gravel parking lot on the right, the campground entrance is .5 mile on the left.
From Hendersonville, NC or Hwy 64: Turn onto Crab Creek Rd. Go 4 miles to Dupont Rd. Turn right , go 2 miles. Campground is the first right past the Hamilton Estates sign

PO Box 735
Cedar Mountain, NC 28718
Phone: 828 885 8287
Web page The Ultimate Ride Campground Click Here

Uwharrie National Forest

There are three horsecamps and over 32 miles of trails designated for equine use in the Uwharrie National Forest.
Troy: PH 910-576-6391

Triple E Ranch

Uwharrie: We are located in Uwharrie, NC just outside of Troy, NC and have over 10 miles of easy trails on our private property that are available to ride upon request.
Web page Triple E Ranch Click Here
E-mail: Tripple E Ranch, Elizabeth Earnhardt Click Here

4B Farm

Troy: 29 covered stalls, 28 corrals, line tie area, 40 electrical hook-ups, lots of primitive sites heated bath house, small tack store, adjacent to Uwharrie National Forest
346 Mullinix Rd
Troy, NC 27371
Phone (910) 572-2267
E-mail: Larry & Helen Blackburn Click Here

South Mountain State Park

Connelly Springs: RT 1 Box 206C,28612, Ph 704-433-4772, Nearest town : Morganton, NC, miles of horse trail- 29
Submitted by: Jamie Harris Click Here

Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve

Ride or drive the 25 miles of beautiful carriage trails at Moses Cone Park. The Preserve is the only equine facility with access to the park. Campsites with water & electric are $20/night, and overnight stalls for your horse are also $20/night. You may bring your own pine shavings or buy at the Preserve. Hay & straw are not allowed as bedding. Campfires are permitted, as are well behaved dogs. No open display of alcoholic beverages. Reservations for camping strongly recommended. See the website at http://www.blowingrockequestrian.com for more information and directions, or call 828-295-4700. Blowing Rock is 8 miles from Boone, NC.

Web page Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve Click Here

Blowing Rock Stables & Horse Rentals

Blowing Rock Stables & Horse Rentals, 25 miles of beautiful Carriage trails at Moses Cone Park.
Camping sites w/water&elec and stalls for your horse.
No Bikes allowed . Great place for gaited horses.
Blowing Rock N.C , 828-295-4700.
Submitted by: Mina Ison Click Here

Moses Cone Memorial Park and Carriage Trails

No facilities . . . for day rides, park at Bass Lake or Trout Lake and ride or drive the 25 miles of beautiful carriage trails. Easy to moderate trails, all suitable for wagon or carriage. Awesome mountain views and scenery. Use Mapquest to find Blowing Rock, then south on US-221 about a mile. Overnight stalls and camping available at Blowing Rock Equestrian Preserve (See separate listing).

Turkey Creek Cabins & Horse Camp

Turkey Creek is located in Western North Carolina in the Pisgah National Forest. It is secluded in a wooded cove high in the Great Smokey Mountains but just six miles from I-40. It is centrally located to all the attractions in Western North Carolina such as Pigeon Forge, Asheville, Maggie Valley, the Cherokee Indian Reservation and Harrahs, but serenely isolated from the noisy outside world.
We have three one bedroom log cabins that sleep four people. We also have pastures available to accommodate your horses or mules.
Turkey Creek Cabins and Horse Camp is located at 1621 Turkey Creek Rd., Clyde, NC, 28721.
You can visit our website or e-mail us for more information or reservations.

Phone 770-862-4833 or 770-345-0672.
Web page Turkey Creek Cabins & Horse Camp Click Here
E-Mail Turkey Creek Cabins & Horse Camp Click Here

Harman Den, Haywood County

Harman Den is 7 miles from the Tenn. State line, on the NC side. The exit is right off I-40. There are plenty of trails, and beautiful scenery.
From this area you can either camp or take day rides. You can ride into Tenn. or just take trails that either make loops or almost anything you like to do. The trails are very well kept, and they are in the process of building a horse camp.
It's also located near what is called Max Patch.
There are streams for fishing, watering your horse ( very important ) also a pond for fishing. Hikers are also welcome.
E-Mail Sue Lewis Click Here

Additinal Information:
Harmon Den (mOn not mAn) now has a horse camp. It has ten sites, 4 horses/8 people per site, reservations only. Reservations can be made at the National Forest Service, Appalachian Ranger District Office in Hot Springs, NC.
Phone (828) 622-3202 from 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
The Forest Service list about 14 miles of trails in the area, but logging roads are not considered trails, so there is more riding than it seems.
Harmon Den is within 20 miles of Big Creek in the Smokies, so it could be part of a longer trip.
Submitted by: Michael Hyatt Click Here

HorsePlay Ranch

Lenoir: Overnight camping or longer, miles of trails, in Smokey Mountians. Fishing, Hiking, hay rides, back country packing, open year around.
Section 1: Have log cabin with porch, tin roof, No electricity or hookup. solor shower and privy. 8 tie up stalls. BBQ grill using charcoal or wood, covered picnic area.
Section 2: Nine stall barn with 72X18 attached covered breezeway, open trailer parking areas or camping. shady areas for camping in groups of private. fireplaces for campfire's.
Negative Coggins papers required Ph 828-757-9114
Addr: 1154 Woodrow Place, Route 2, Box 727, Lenoir NC 28645.

Turkey Pen Horse Trails

Turkey Pen Horse Trails, NC - In the heart of the NC mountains, this part of the National Forest is absolutely gorgeous!! Mountain laurel, rhododendron, fire pink, and river crossings galore - absolutely quiet as church except for the birds!!! However, like all beautiful places, the reason it is still pretty is.... it is HARD to GET TO!!! The Mills River community horsepeople opened up the parking area, but it is nigh impossible to turn around in if more than 3 horse trailers or 6 mountain biker's cars are already there, and there is no place to turn around on the access road, much less back up!!! Advice: you can park at the bottom on the highway and ride one mile up the gravel road to the trail-head.
Submitted By: Dr. Rebecca Gimenez Click Here

Added Note: National Geographic / Trails Illustrated has printed a topo map of the area, "Pisgah Ranger District, Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina, USA", # 780, Revised in 1998. ISBN: 1-56695-037-6.
It is the best map of the area I've ever seen and shows all the trails in the area color coded for different uses.

(A misnomer - USFS calls this South Mills River - Turkey Pen is just one trail head and the worst). In Pisgah National Forest. 34 miles of trails developed by a group called the Pisgah Trailblazers. The trails were originally narrow gauge railroad beds used when George Vanderbilt (of Biltmore Estate fame) owned and logged the land, and created the first forestry school in America near Brevard.
The site of the School is now called the Cradle of Forestry. (The Blue Ridge Parkway from US 191 to Mount Pisgah is built on Mr. Vanderbilt's carriage road to his hunting lodge at Buck Spring Gap near Mt. Pisgah.) The trails are wonderful rides along mountain streams, with many stream crossings. Primative camping is available at another trail head, Wolf Ford, off US 276 near Pink Beds.

Nearby is North Mills River Trail and Bent Creek. North Mills River has 15 miles of trails, more logging roads, and some primative camping sites. Bent Creek has probably 10 miles of trails open to horses, but is day use only. Many mountain bikes use the North Mills River and Bent Creek trails.

The three groups of trails were at one time connected to the Biltmore Estate. I've read a historical account of some forestry students who spent a three day weekend riding from the school to the estate, past Asheville and all the way to Mount Mitchell and back.
I'd like to try that some day.
Submitted by: Michael Hyatt Click Here

Biltmore Estate Equestrian Center

BILTMORE Riding Trails, NC - Did you know that part of the estate of the Vanderbilts is still accessible to riders? Imagine "The Sound of Music" on horseback as you canter across the big pasture hill thru the marguirites and daisys!! Over 100 miles of mapped and marked trails are available to non-members for a per person fee (YOU MUST CALL AHEAD).IT IS WELL WORTH IT!!!
You can bring your carriage as well, many of the roads and trails are fine for that. Hunting is only allowed one week a year, and no riders are allowed out during that week. On the upper pastures overlooking the Biltmore House, there are cross-country jumps, and many of the trails have optional jumps for your enjoyment. You will ride along the edge of the beautiful French Broad River and criss-cross safely under the Blue Ridge Parkway and Interstate 26.
Submitted By: Dr. Rebecca Gimenez Click Here

Additional Information:

Biltmore Riding Trails
(Biltmore Saddle and Bridle Club)
Phone: (828) 277-4485 or 828-277-4483
The saddle and bridle club allows camping without facilities, and hosts several endurance rides and a major horse show each year. The 100 miles of trails are in the valley with no great views, and many of the trails are within view of each other.
The Mount Pisgah area has better rides, but no winery. Visiting the house is extra.
Submitted by: Michael Hyatt Click Here

Policy for riding at Biltmore, from Scott A. Shuffler, (June 2004)
The policy for riding at Biltmore has changed. In the past, anyone could come for a flat fee of $25 per day for as many days as they wanted. Now, because a bunch of idiots caused us a lot of trouble last year, Biltmore will let anyone come for $25 for one day to see if they like the place.
Then after the first day everyone has to purchase an Equestrian Pass that is $200/year and $180 to renew each year. The management feels like this will keep out the "rift-raft" and so far it has.
This policy does not apply to organized groups of 10 or more people.
Groups may still ride for $20/day per person for as many days as they like.
Primitive camping is still $5.00/night for everyone. Stall rental is still $20/night for everyone (we only have 6 guest stalls and they do fill quickly on weekends) and paddock rental is still $10/night for everyone (maximum of 4 horses per paddock).

Phone 828-277-4485 or 828-277-4483
Scott A. Shuffler
E-Mail: Scott A. Shuffler Click Here

Love Valley

Love Valley has about 75 miles of trails with various creeks and small ponds. All trails are marked fairly well. Has various places around town to board horses in either slip stalls outside or in barn stalls with camping right outside in the yard area. Some places have hot showers and bathroom facilities.in town on main street only horses, mules,or horse/mule drawn carts allowed.
Directions: Take I-77 to I-40 West tonc-115 north for about 10 miles then left on Mountain View Church Road then follow signs.
Love Valley, web page Click Here

Additional Information:
There's a wild west town in the middle of the 75 miles of trails. The 2000 census lists Love Valley as the smallest town in North Carolina. It's also the cowboy capital of North Carolina. It's the only place I've ever been able to tie my horse to a hitching post and go into a saloon for a beer. They have a rodeo arena, several tack shops and a blacksmith. Campgrounds are often hard to tell from the average front yard, but there's always room to squeeze in another truck and horse trailer. The place is wide open every weekend from Easter to Halloween. You'll either love it or hate it.
Phone: (704) 592-7451.
Submitted by: Michael Hyatt Click Here

New Hope Stables & Campgrounds

North Iredell: New Hope Stables & Campgrounds is located on 25 acres in North Iredell, North Carolina.
We are just minutes (on horseback) from Love Valley, the Cowboy Capital, with about 75 miles of beautiful riding trails.
New Hope Stables focuses on small groups to provide a private, peaceful and family oriented atmosphere.
Our facilities and services include: 12x12 and 12x14 stalls, overnight camping with electricity and water, restroom facility, spacious tack room, rounp-pen. Come and join us for your riding experiences.
Mike and Simone Smith
Phone 704-592-5034.
E-mail: New Hope Stables & Campgrounds Click Here
Web Page New Hope Stables & Campgrounds Click here

Latta Plantation

Another North Carolina trail is at Latta Plantation, off Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte NC.
Submitted By: Abtinsley@aol.com Click Here

Latta Plantation Equestrian Center-Mecklenburg Park and Receation Center

The Equestrian Center is part of Lata Plantation Nature Preserve, a 2200 acre nature preserve in Northern Mecklenburg County. Enjoy horseback riding through more than 19 miles of winding trails in the nature preserve and along Mountain Island Lake. Riding is offered year round, including guided trail rides as well as individual and group lessons. Additional services include hay rides, birthday parties, lessons, horseshows and summer camps. Stables and an arena are available. No camping permitted.

Riders are welcome to bring there own horses and at no cost.
Negative Coggins is required. Parking is convienient either at the equestrian center, or an overflow lot. The facilities also include a small tack shop, rest-room, watering facilities and trailer parking at the equestrian center. The lake is also accessable on horseback.

Latta Equestrian Center
5225 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC
704-875-0808
Submitted By: Bonnie Click Here
Parks and recreation, web page Click Here

Little Creek Stable & Lost Colony Cabin, (Blue Ridge Mountains)

Hendersonville: Overnight lodging and boarding in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Trail rides offer beautiful mountain views and scenery, waterfalls, wildlife, etc… in the top ridges of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The cabin is located on 35 acres of private, secluded property, which adjoins Chimney Rock Park. Truck or vehicle with good clearance required in order to drive 2.5 miles of dirt road to the cabin.

Location: Quiet and peaceful setting about 12 miles east of Hendersonville, NC in the Blue Ridge Mountains. From Hendersonville, From I-26, take Hwy 64 East about 7 miles to Gilliam Mountain Road and turn right. Go up the mountain to stop sign and turn left on Sugarloaf Mountain Road. Go 1.8 miles and turn left on Little Creek Road. Blue metal roof barn is 1 mile on the right.

Barn & Stable: Three large stables (10' X 14') and about 6 acres of fenced pasture.
Negative Coggins required.

Trails: From the barn there are several trails to choose from which vary from 5 to 15 miles or better. Trails are dirt easement roads on private property. Extended guided tours available upon request.

Cabin: One of a kind place. Secluded, rustic, cozy Log Cabin located on 35 beautiful acres adjoining Chimney Rock Park. Located 2.5 miles from the barn. Rates vary on number of guests and season. Advance reservations required.

Hook-ups: Barn has water and electricity but no facilities.

Contact:
R.L. Bruner
1017 Little Creek Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Phone: 828.685.3132
E-mail: Robert Bruner Click Here

Stables at Las Praderas

Brevard: Stalls, pasture, trails. For the "Nest" Cottage reservations or Boarding and Overnight stabling call (828)-883-3375.
stalls, pastures, paddocks, wooded areas, riding ring and nearby trails.
Carolyn Bane - Manager
Addr: 420 Las Praderas Circle, Brevard N.C. 28712
E-mail: Carolyn Bane Click Here
Stables at Las Praderas, web page Click Here

Fires Creek

There are trails in Fires Creek. It's in N.C. between Peach Tree and Haysville on U.S. 64 The rim trail is 25 miles with many trails leading up to it. There is a horse camp with no hookups, there is drinking water and a good out house.
Anyone needing more info. can get in touch with me. The camp is on the creek.
E-mail: Gary Vail Click Here

HorsePlay Ranch

Sugar Cove Farm

Hiawassee: Sugar Cove Farm has about 50 miles of mountain trails, some open and some primitive, in the North Georgia Mountains along the North Carolina Border in the Nanahala National Forest Wilderness. The farm is available for vacation rental, for riding, board, horse rentals, overnight accomidations, bed and breakfast, and just plain fun. Check out their site at www.akorn.net/~wilsonlaw or call Buddy and Nancy Taylor at 704-389-6558 for more information.
Note:The farm actually sits astride the North Carolina - Georgia border, but you can not drive a car to the farm except from the North Carolina side, because the Georgia side abuts a Wilderness area and crosses a high ridge. Its even a difficult ride, but a beautiful one, in from the Georgia side.
Buddy and Nancy Taylor, web page Click Here
Submitted by: L. Matt Wilson Click Here

Whippoorwill Campground

Beulaville: (near Richlands) Approximately 6 organized rides each year and also offer the ability to ride and camp all year long.
For the organized rides, Saturday dinner is included in the price of the ride. Breakfast is available for purchase on Saturday morning of the organized rides. 2 full bath houses and running water on site, primitive campsites and full hookups. We also have a small man-made pond for the kids to splash around in the summer months.
It is located near Richlands, NC. Negative Coggins required.

Whippoorwill Campground
300 Brinson Lane
Beulaville, NC 28518

Contact: Ronnie Brinson
910-324-5404 or 910-324-2619

E-mail: Ronnie Brinson Click Here
Web page Whippoorwill Campground Click Here
Submitted By: Carla Carlough Click Here

Equine Country

Jacksonville: Horse Boarding overnight, weekly, monthly or yearly.
We are now open and We are having a Grand opening May 4, 2002
Starts at 10am.
We offer Carriage rides and rental, pony rides, trail rides, cabins nestled in woods for rent, pond fishing, party barn for your party needs. General Store and Tack Shop. We have over 200 acres riding arenas, pasture, 26 stall barn and lockers, We will have horse shows soon.

Located at 1259 McCallister Road Jacksonville, NC 28540
This is between Richlands and Jacksonville. Near the Lynnwood Park Zoo, Industrial Park and Speedway. Equine Country is new for 2002.

Phone 910-347-4511
Jacksonville, NC

E-mail: Equine Country Click Here

The Walk Inn

Pisgah Forest, "A retreat for horses and their people" Opening in the Spring of 2002
Maps provided for - Dupont State Forest, Popular Trails in Pisgah National Forest
157 Little River Campground Road
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
(828)-884-WALK
E-mail: Kathy Click Here
Web page The Walk Inn Click Here

Serenity Stables and Campground

Shoals: Serenity Stables and Campground is located near the Yadkin River with easy access to approximately 50 miles of beautiful trails.
Just minutes in any direction from restaurants and unique shops. Serenity is located in the quaint community of Shoals, North Carolina. Serenity Stables is only a short horseback ride from the Yadkin River Section of the Pilot Mountain State Park.
Step back in time with safe, quiet, family oriented camping.

The campground is equipped with picnic tables, fire pits, electricity, outhouse, community water, stalls and pasture turnout. Also available is an authentic rustic log cabin. Originally built in the 1880's, it is now tucked away in a beautiful wooded area at Serenity Stables.
It is a spacious one-room cabin complete with oil lamps, double bed, table for two, wash stand and gas logs. Cool in the summer and warm in the winter, it is the perfect "escape".
Bill & Pam Stower
4422 Shoals Rd
Pinnacle, NC 27043

Office 336-325-2229
Residence 336-325-2762

Web Page Serenity Stables and Campground Click here
E-mail: Serenity Stables and Campground Click Here

Whitewater Equestrian Center

Sapphire: Whitewater Equestrian Center Is a new facility on Hwy 281 South, Sapphire, North Carolina.
We specialize in Guided Trail rides on over 300 beautiful acres. Located 2 miles north of Whitewater Falls on 281 near hwy 64. We offer trail rides Pony Rides and short term Boarding.
Reservations are suggested

We offer overnite Boarding or short term boarding with turn out paddocks in side our facility. Our Barn is over 25,000 square feet with an indoor riding arena for all weather riding. We have camping available for travlers, our bathrooms have showers, and we charge a small fee for parking of trucks and trailers. Stalls run $25.00 per day which include cleaning and fresh hay and water. Camping is a $10.00 parking fee and Stall rentals. We plan on adding rental cabins in the future as our facility grows.
Please feel free to contact us at (828) 966-9646:office (828) 966-9670:fax

Directions: From South Carolina: Take (Scenic) Highway 11 (this is exit 1 if your on I-85 from Georgia) to Hwy 130 North, Hwy 130 will magically turn into NC281 when you cross the SC/NC line. You will drive past Whitewater Falls entrance, cross the river, go up a hill and when it levels off you will see a horse crossing sign, just beyond that Whitewater Equestrian Center will be on your right.

From Cashiers: Take Hwy 64 East, Turn right onto 281 South, at the Amoco Station, go approx 7 miles and we will be on your left.

From Asheville Airport Area: From I-26 exit at airport and go past the airport to Brevard, once in Brevard you will intersect with Hwy 64/276, continue onto Brevard, Stay on 64 West to Toxaway, you will see 281 North on your right, stay on 64, until you get to 281 South on your left, turn left, go about 7 miles and we will be on your left.

Web Page Whitewater Equestrian Center Click here
E-mail: Kayren & Ruth Hinkle, Owners Click Here

Little River Trails

Lillington: Little River Trails is located on Cape Fear River a few miles outside of Lillington.
There are about 5 different trails that last from 1-4 hours to ride! VERY quiet and mostly flat land riding. You can stay for the day or overnight but must provide your own sleeping arrangements.
There is water and electricity hook-ups, and two bathhouses with showers.
It costs $5.00 a night to camp. $5.00 extra for hook-up and $5.00 to ride.
There is also a huge closed in shelter that has live music during scheduled rides.
GREAT place to get away and camp for the weekend!!(open during the week also).
Directions:
Take 401 hwy from Garner until you get to Lillington then turn right onto 210, follow 210 through town, about 3 miles outside of town look for the sign on the left and go about a mile and turn at the dirt road marked with a big stone sign. The dirt road takes you back at least a mile from the not busy road.
Submitted By: Dale Sauls Click Here

Whispering Ridge Ranch

The Whispering Ridge Ranch and camping facility is located approximately 10 miles off Interstate I- 40 at exit 85 and approximately 8 miles north of the town of Rutherfordton, NC. We have a beautiful facility located in the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Within an hour's radius of our farm is literally thousands of miles of trails, thousands of acres of unspoiled, uninhabited natural forests, parks, and gamelands, and many exciting attractions such as snow skiing, hiking, tubing, parks, shopping and more. We are just 45 minutes from Grandfather mountain, an hour from Boone, NC, and approximately 90 minutes from Cherokee, NC.

Our farm is a well manicured 55 acres which combines the natural beauty of the mountains, with the relaxed lifestyle of western North Carolina. Wildlife on our farm includes whitetail dear, bear, wild turkey, foxes, bobcats, and an abundance of squirrels and bird life. Whether you are relaxing under the shades of the whispering oaks or taking a leisurely trail ride around our farm, you are sure to feel like you are in paradise. Currently we have campsites available, facilities are soon to come, and within a year we plan to have cabin rentals available. We welcome your campers, horse trailers, and horses. A negative Coggins test is required.

Phone (828) 429-5173.
E-Mail: Robert Luckado Click Here

364 Log Cabin Lane
Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Laurel Springs Farm Equine B&B

Laurel Springs Farm Equine B&B is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. Your summertime escape from the heat; it is cool up here in the high country. Permaflex dressage arena, individual turnout, scenic trails and access to many others nearby. Four new box stalls for guests.

If you are coming from Charlotte on I-77, go west on 421 towards Wilkesboro; take exit 282 to Hwy 18; go north on Hwy 18 to the Blue Ridge Parkway; go south on the Parkway 1.9 miles to Hiram Bare Rd; turn right and farm is on your right about 1/2 mile. 455 Hiram Bare Rd.

If you are coming from the north, get onto the Blue Ridge Parkway at Fancy Gap and go 50 miles to Hiram Bare Rd.

Contact Nancy Smith at 866-730-6410

E-Mail: Nancy Smith Click Here
Web Page Laurel Springs Farm Equine B&B Click here

Blowing Rock Equistrian Preserve

Blowing Rock: Blowing Rock Equistrian Preserve rents stalls and camp sites. The trails are open to the public as they are part of the national park. We also rent horses to to horse owners who need an extra horse or for one reason or another can not ride the horse they brought.

We are located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in the North Carolina Mountains. It is 40 minutes north of Interstate 40. From 40 you take hwy 321 north toward Boone. Once you get to the town of Blowing Rock you follow 221 through town and continue on 221 toward Linville. You only go about 1/4 mile and you will see a small sign that says °Horse Stables° pointing across the road to the left. Take that left and follow the road about a 1/2 mile to the stables.

Phone 828-295-4700
Tim Vines takes care of stall rental, boarding and camp sites
Carl Porter runs the trail rides and horse rental

Address: 1500 Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock , NC 28605
E-Mail: Blowing Rock Equistrian Preserve, Matthew Poteet Click Here

Big Creek Horse Camp

E-mail: Little Creek Outfitters Click Here

Purple Pony Cottage & Stables

Hayesville: New Barn 12X12 matted stalls, Grass paddocks with trees, Corral pens, Wash, Round pen, Open riding arena, On-site trails, Trailer parking & hook-up, Big rigs & Pets welcome.
Reasonably priced, safe & clean, owner operated with hay, grain & extra bedding available.
Negative coggins.

Cottage has 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 6, single-level, spacious & clean.
Prices are reasonable for weekends and vacations on 200 acre cattle & horse ranch.
Trailer service and guided rides, featuring "Trail & Trout".

Located 1 mile off Hwy 64 in the beautiful Nantahala Mountains area of the Great Smokies in Western NC.
2 hours from Asheville, Atlanta or Chattanooga. Minutes away from miles of trail riding at its best at Fires Creek, Tusquitee Mt. or Standing Indian Basin. 5 minutes from town and tourist areas, great horse vacation area with many local activities & attractions.
Phone 828-389-8931

Charlie & Barbara Kissling
Walnut Hollow Ranch, LLC
Purple Pony Cottage & Stables
1226 Carter Cove Road
828-389-8931 Hayesville, NC 28904

E-mail: Purple Pony Cottage & Stables Click Here
Web Page Purple Pony Cottage & Stables Click here

Uwharrie Stables

There is a new equine facility in Uwharrie. The Uwharrie Stables, owned by Johnny Adams, opened this year. He offers camping with electric/water, pipe-stalls (inside barn), and rental horses by the hour/day.
He is adjacent to the National Forest and is the ONLY equine outfitter permitted by the USFS at this time to provide guided trail rides.

Phone (910)572-1614.

Web Page Uwharrie Stables Click here
Submitted By: Elizabeth Click Here

Tsali Recreation Area

Tsali is on a lot of top ten lists as one of the best mountain bike rides in the country. The trails are also open to horseback riders on an alternating day basis. We rode the left loop trail on the day we went out there. The trail is almost level; a rare thing in the mountains; and follows the bank of Fontana Lake.
The views are wonderful, with the lake below and a ring of mountains in the distance. The trail was very well maintained. There are four main trails; Left Loop is the longest 11.9 miles. Right Loop is 11 miles, Mouse Branch is 9 miles, and Thompson Loop is 7.7 miles. Bikes are allowed on a trail one day and horses the next so you would have to come back two days in a row to have access to all the trails.
The horse trailer parking lot is good for several trailers but a little tight for turning around it.
The road in is steep, but paved. The campground is for mountain bikers and no horses are allowed.
Camping is allowed in Nantahala National Forest, but not close to the trails.

Submitted By: Michael Hyatt Click Here

Head of the Creek

Bryson City: Barn and pasture. Two cabins 20 min. from the barn. Located in NATAHALA GORGE. No direct trail access to the TSALI TRAILS from the barn.
Ride the Tsali Trail system, 4 marked loops that wind around Fontana Lake in the Natahala Forest. The trails are a short haul from the barn. Trails are not steep and the mountains are awesome. Trail head parking is limited, but we fit 8 rigs in the lot.
Web Page Head of the Creek Click here
Submitted By: Leah Urben Click Here

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Layover Hosts for your horse or mule. (No Trail access)

Rodeo Grounds, Fair Grounds, B and B's, Horse Motels, Private residences

Campgrounds, ranches and trail ride places are also Overnight hosts. The places listed here are "OVERNIGHT ONLY".

This is a link to B & B Online, Bed and Breakfast with equine accommodations

Karen Ingram, Salisbury

We would be willing to serve as overnight host for horses or mules, up to four at a time. We would require advance notice and negative coggins test. Location is 12 miles east of Salisbury, North Carolina off US Hwy 52. Shawondasee Farm (704) 279-5210.
E-mail: Karen Ingram Click Here

Arrowhead Farms

Fayetteville: Large comfortable stalls, holding pens, arena, parking.
Addr: 1803 Strickland Bridge Rd. 28304. Ms. Phyllis Jonke, Ph 910-425-3631.

Ardie Keene, Farm

Pisgah Forest: Pasture, indoor arena, trails and camper hookup in nearby campground.
There are several bed and breakfast places as well as motels in the area where people can stay.
Ph 704-883-3241
Addr: 514 Everett Farm Road, 28768
E-Mail Ardie Keene Click Here

Horse Motel. Charlotte N.C. (Mineral Springs)

We are currently under construction for a boarding facility just outside Charlotte N.C. (Mineral Springs) I have a private barn I am outfitting for a Horse Motel that will accommodate up to 10 Horses. We are just 1 1/2 miles from the new Charlotte Steeplechase to open in 99? We offer a real nice place for our traveling Equine friends and their owners. E-mail linmor@caro.net
E-Mail Linda Moore Click Here

Dreamcatcher Farm, Charlotte

Charlotte: I have a facility for up to 6 horses and guests (loft apartment) and/or camper hookup for overnight travelers or those who need to rest their horses for a few days before traveling. Neg. Coggins required, as well as up to date vaccinations. I-485 dead ends into Lawyers Rd., take a right go 2 1/2 miles on Lawyers Rd., Dreamcatcher Farm Sign on Right side of road about 1/4 mile past Citgo gas station.

14 acres with barn, loft, 200 x 180 ft arena and 60 ft round pen to enjoy, minutes to Charlotte, Monroe, convenient to all resturants and attractions. Accomodations $55.00 per night with 1 horse included. Additional horses, $10.00 per horse.
Princess Young
704-882-6131 or fax 704-882-5658
E-Mail Princess Young Click Here

Stewart Horse Farm, Ray Stewart

Godwin: 72 Acre farm featuring a 30-stall facility with overnight accommodations for horses, automatic waterers, riding arena, pasture, Horse Schooling, Farrier and Vet, camper hookups, plenty of trail riding on bank of the Cape Fear River.
Directions: I 95 South to exit 65, west on Hwy. 82 approx. 2 miles. Look for Remington Replica of Mountain Man Horse. P.O. Box 146, Godwin, North Carolina 28344 (Near Averasboro Civil War Battleground)
HORSES AVAILABLE: Quarter Horse, Paints, At-stud Black Registered Quarter Horse, P.O.A. with blanket from withers back. "Horse People working with Horse People" (910) 980-1804 Evenings (910) 980-1967

K ~ DOC STABLES

WINSTON SALEM: Fenced pasture, 24 stales or what not used for full boarders (usally 12 to 15 open), lighted indoor riding ring, outdoor ring, round pen, wash bays. Space available for overnight boarding, daily, weekly or longer. convient to i-40 and hwy 52 north of Winston Salem, NC
space for trailer parking.

E-Mail: KENNETH McCLAMROCK Click Here
KENNETH McCLAMROCK
K ~ DOC STABLES
5225 NURRAY RD.
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106
HOME (335) 924-1985
CELL PHONE (336) 399-4350

Linda Sewall

Wilson: I have stalls and paddocks available near Wilson, NC. Three miles off I-95 exit 116. Linda Sewall, 124 Canyon Rd, Clayton, NC (house not barn!!) 919 553-3255. $15/night/horse. Fox hunting can be arranged November - March. This is about 1/2 way between NY and FL.
Submitted By: Linda Sewall Click Here

Iron Skillet Farmhouse Inn of Banner Elk

Banner Elk is close to the Moses Cone Estate and We are a B&B that offers accomodations for horses. We have 6 stalls and 2.5 acres of pasture. We of course require a negative coggins test and a reservation at our inn before a horse may be stabled here.
Our phone is 877-776-9505 Rates are listed on the website.
Rita Wright 2508 Gualtney Rd. Banner Elk, Nc 28604
Iron Skillet Farmhouse Inn, web page
E-Mail: Rita Wright Click Here

White Pine Ranch

Rutherfordton: We have fenced in areas for riding. Our facility has a covered arena (100 x 250) and round pen for riding. For the English riders we also have jumps. We have 19 inside stalls with automatic water. We have turn out lots, 3 wash bays with hot and cold water. All boarders have access to the above.
White Pine Ranch
Rock Road
Rutherfordton, N.C. 28139
828-287-4257 Scott Hughes
828-287-7406 Jessica Hughes
E-Mail: Sandy Hughes Click Here

Hyder Mtn. Horse Farm

Clyde: Closest major city is Asheville:
4 Barns, can hold 30+ horses, 34 acres, 60' covered lighted round pen, 200 x 60 riding arena, 6 pastures (for group turn out), 2 corrals (for indiv. turn out), pond, on site trails, hot/cold wash bay, camper hook-up, parking, hay/alfalfa/grain, guided trails in Grt. Smoky Mtn. National Park.
I live on site and require neg. coggins and current vac's. The price is $12.00 a night. PH (828) 627-6999.
Directions:
The closest major city is Asheville. It's about 30 miles north east from me. Directions would be take I-40 to exit 24 (Junaluska - Hot Springs), take left off exit onto Hwy 209, then approx. 2.5 miles - take left onto Richland Creek Rd., then approx. 1.5 miles - take left onto "Hyder Mtn. Rd", go 1 mile to top of hill, turn right onto "Brigadoon Dr.", follow signs for Hyder Mtn. Horse Farm. Any questions, please call or E-mail. PH (828) 627-6999
E-Mail: David Plummer - Hyder Mtn. Horse Farm Click Here
Hyder Mtn. Horse Farm, web page click here

Uwharrie Farms

Asheboro: Uwharrie Farms is in southern Randolph County in North Carolina. We are 15 miles from the Uwharrie Natl Forest Horse Camp. We are off Pisgah Covered Bridge rd (2 miles west of the bridge) on Scott McDowell Dr.
Address is 6247 Scott Mcdowell Rd. Phone 336-381-1295
E-Mail: Uwharrie Farms Click Here

Madison Valley Farm

Madison: Madison Valley Farm is a training, showing, boarding, breeding farm, we offer riding lessons and have a horse & livestock feed store.
We are in a convenient location with several different restaurants and stores within 5 miles. Our facililties inable us to provide overnite parking for trailer or campers electric hook-up available. There are 2 barns with 10 stalls currently and more on the way.
There is an outdoor riding arena and a smaller round pen in addition to our pastures. We have a feed store at the farm ,veterinary hospital close and farrier for those emergencies.

Anyone interested in staying overnite or leaving their horse overnite would need to call in advance and we would be more than happy to assist them. A negative coggins would be required , in addition to any other health papers necessary.
Located just 1/2 mile off route 220. 30 miles north of Greensboro NC and 12 miles south of Martinsville, Virginia.

Madison Valley Farm
4030 NC Hwy 704
Madison, NC 27025
336-427-6952
E-mail: Madison Valley Farm Click Here
Web page Madison Valley Farm Click here

M and T Stables

Spring Lake NC (Fort Bragg and Pope AF Base)
Just passing throught or just wanting to camp somewhere nearby and ride.
We have 4 pastures, 14 lighted stall facility.
primitive camping, well off the road and a farrier on site.
Two spring fed good watering holes. We offer full care, parital care, and pasture boarding. Available training, lessons, guided rides, rental horses, transportation services. A veterinarian available 24 hours, as well as farrier services.
Overnight, a few nights, or any length of stay available.
Must have current coggins within last 6 mo, recommended vax 4 n 1, rabies, and west nile.
Horses must not have any communicable viruses etc as we do not have quarantine facilities at this time.
10 miles from the military bases.
E-mail: M and T Stables Click Here

Perry’s Paints & Equestrian facility

Rockwell: Located on Sides Rd just outside of Rockwell, NC, Perry’s Paints & Equestrian facility is within an easy drive to three of the areas most popular trail ride areas. Unfortunately none have overnight accommodations for horses. We can accommodate up to six horses in one barn and two to three in the other. Our stalls vary in size but the smallest is 10x10. Each is equipped with corner feeder, hayrack and water buckets. Exclusive pasture use is available. Full service extended boarding may be available. Rates vary based on length of stay and services desired. Rate chart by return E-mail indicate “Rate chart” in subject field. Inquires and/or requests for reservations may be E-Mailed to BarnManager@afpartnership.com. Should you desire transportation for your horses please inquire by E-Mail to: Transportation@afpartnership.com.
E-mail: Amy Perry Click Here

Horsetel

Hope Mills NC, Located 3.2 miles from I95. Exit 41
Stalls and turnout available. (12x12 stalls, fully enclosed)
Camper hook up with electric/water/sewer.
Located 8 miles from local hotels and restaurants
Personal care for your equine
Call for reservations 910-425-2243 or 910-322-8601
Patty Nunnery 2644 John McMillan Rd. Hope Mills NC 28348
E-mail: Patty Nunnery Click Here

Whip-O-Will Stables

Mocksville: Whip-O-Will Stables is a 5-star boarding facility & horse hotel with a spa-type of atmosphere for horses.
We strive hard to maintain a peaceful and harmonic atmosphere. We have huge 14 x 14 stalls, roomy trailer parking, front to back therapeutic music and soft twinkling lights, we are located conveniently near I-40 in Mocksville, NC. We welcome your call or visit. Come and join us on the patio overlooking the swan's pond and let's watch the red sunset in my little piece of Heaven.
Phone: 336-998-9811
E-mail: Glenda D. Williams Click Here

Chetola Farms

Monroe: Our farm is located approximately 25 miles south of Charlotte, NC and can be accessed from Highway 74 in the east and Interstates 85 and 77 from the north, south and west. We are close to many parks and trail facilities in the North Carolina and South Carolina area. Our facility has up 32 stalls available for overnights. We offer wash and tack areas, a large indoor arena and an outdoor arena. We are hosts to many clinics, shows, and events throughout the year where participants overnight their horses. We have several RV electrical hook ups available and work with area hotels for our guest's overnight stays.Our setting is quiet and tranquil, away from the hustle and noise of the city, but close enough for accommodations and dining.

For information call:
Kathy Williams- 704-764-8253
1602 Starnes Cemetery Rd.
Monroe, N.C. 28112
E-mail: Chetola Farms Click Here
Web page Chetola Farms Click here

Riverwood Farm

Greenville: 50 acre equestrian complex, full board, 4 rotating pastures, horse hotel, overnight accommodations for horse owners, trails, lessons, and more...

Greenville, North Carolina
(252) 830-4030
Web page Riverwood Farm Click here

Crooked Creek Farm

I have a 30 arce farm and I offer stalls and layover hosts for horses with grazing areas with no trail access.
Boarding Facility, Stalls, pasture boarding and space available for retirement horses. Run in sheds, all day turnout weather permitting, quality grain and hay feed twice a day, owner on premises.
Please checkout our web site. References on request. Please leave message if no one answers and the call will be returned shortly. Veterinarian on call. Farrier service also available.
2641 Crooked Creek Lane, Nashville, NC. 27856.
Phone 252-459-9708
Web page Crooked Creek Farm Click here
E-mail: Ingrid Hillje Click Here

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Trail Rides (bring your own horse or mule)

Carolina's and Virginia Wagon Train Association

$5.00 family membership, for a listing of the wagon train and trail rides
Contact is:
Carolinas and Virginia Wagon Train Association
c/o Carolyn Kinney
3031 George York Rd.
Randleman NC 27317
phone#336-498-3411

They have rides almost every weekend from spring to late fall. All rides are open to the public and some are free and some charge. Almost all have live bands at night and food.
Submitted By: Linda Adams

WNC Wagon Train

Starts near Andrews, NC, usually on the last Monday of June (always more than a week before the end of the ride on the Forth of July). Train goes to a different place every year.
Great ride, always hot, sometimes wet, and I always come back with a smile I can't get off my face for at least a week.

Web page WNC Wagon Train Click Here
E-Mail: Michael Hyatt Click Here

R & B Riding Adventures

Boonville: We do 2 night camping trips and also 1/2 day tail rides, moon light rides, and a ride and dine.
Riders are welcome to Bring their Own Horse or Mule
Located just 1 hour and 45 min. from Charlotte and 30 min. from Winston-Salem
R & B Riding Adventures, P.O. Box 27, Boonville, N.C 27011
Day 336 367 7121 or night 336 367 3703
E-mail: Graham Reece Click Here
Web page nchorsebackriding.com Click Here

Eagle Falls Outfitters

Madison: We are a canoe rental, tubing service, and shuttle. We have large safe and clean stalls, 300 ft riding ring, 2 miles of bridle trails. A shuttle bus to take groups out for the night. Free stall rental with canoe trip.
Come spend the day on the river on your horse vacation. We are located on the Dan River half way between highways 29 and 220 south of the Virginia line.

Eagle Falls Outfitters
742 Eagle Falls Rd
Madison NC 27025
336-427-3088
E-mail: Eagle Falls Outfitters Click Here
Web page Eagle Falls Outfitters Click Here

Whippoorwill Campground

Whippoorwill Campground will be hosting a trail ride on April 23, 2005. We offer campsites with water and electric and sewer if needed. We have about 25 miles of trails, swimming, fishing and fully furnished cabins for rent. Two barns located on site gives you the option of keeping your horse at your campsite or boarding it for the night. The cost of the trail ride is $15 adult riders $10 adult non-riders , $5 ages 6-12 and under 6 is free.
The cost includes a bbq pork or chicken dinner under a covered pavillion after the ride and a dance to follow. We are located on NC hwy 24 between the towns of Richlands and Beulaville.
For more information call Ronnie Brinson at 910-324-5404.
Submitted by: MIKKI BRINSON Click Here

2006 NCHC Trail Ride

Trail Ride to benefit the Equestrian Trails Programs in North Carolina.
Self paced trail rides, short and long.
$35 (discount for NCHC Members) ride includes Dinner, T-shirt, entertainment, door prizes, educational clinic and lots of fun.
Limit of 150 riders.
Ride held at Leatherwood Mountains in Ferguson, NC.
A fully service camp ground with restaurant, stalls, wash stall, tack room, round pen, and ring.
Cabins available for rent or camping near a rushing creek.

Web page Leatherwood Click Here
Web page 2006 NCHC Trail Ride Click Here

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Links or other information for this state

Bed and Breakfast with equine accommodations
E-mail:Equine & Bovine Magazine, P.O. Box 661 Pendleton, SC 29670
Great Smokey National Park
North Carolina State Parks (includes maps for most of the parks and horse riding information)

National Forests in North Carolina (PDF files of Forest Service maps and brochures)

Kentucky

Trails, Campgrounds and Overnight Hosts

Land Between the Lakes (Wranglers Camp Ground)

Golden Pond: Wranglers camp, Stalls, bath houses, elect, water, camper hookup PH 270-924-2000
Wranglers Camp Ground
Click Here

Taylorsville Lake State Park

The campgrounds are open. They have 10 spots with electric and water. Taylorsville Lake State Park 502-477-8713 - Horseman's campground is OPEN!

Taylorsville Lake State Park Click Here
Submitted BY: Sandi Click Here

Dale Hollow Lake State Park

Dale Hollow Lake State Park 270-433-7431
Submitted BY: Sandi
Dale Hollow Lake State Park Click Here

Daniel Boone National Forest

Whitley City: PH 606-376-5323
The Daniel Boone has several horse parks They are Barren Fork at Sterns, Ky. Bear Creek in McCreary County and Cave Run near Morehead, Ky.

Redhill Horse Camp

Livingston: Redhill Horse Camp is located in Rockcastle County Kentucky. We are approximately 15 miles from Interstate 75 South. The camp is 5 miles off US Hwy.25 at Livingston, Kentucky on Hwy. 1955. We have miles and miles of trails in the Daniel Boone National Forest, old logging roads and country roads. We have many streams and mountains on our trails.
We have organized trail rides in the summer and fall with a trail boss. RedHill Horse Camp has over 40 campsites with water and electric available. There are showers and restrooms available. The food is provided on the organized rides and prepared in the camp by the ladies that prepare old-fashioned country food.
Contact person: Gene Philbeck (606)758-4706
E-mail: Gene Philbeck, Redhill Horse camp Click Here

Mammoth Caves National Park

Mammoth Cave: send info. PH 270-758-2328

Double J Stables

Mammoth Cave: Double J Stables, PO Box 6, Mammoth Cave, Kentucky has 75 miles of well marked trails. They are hilly, rocky, and very pretty. The group camping area has seven sites with water and electric hook ups. There are stalls available and pens outdoors. Some pens were ten feet square others were the size of a dressage arena. The pens were free and stalls are $3 per night. Campsites are $20 per night. There is one modern bathroom with a nice shower and two porta potties. You must cook your own food. There is plenty of room for additional campers, but they wouldn't have electric or water. Mammoth Cave is only a few miles from the campground. Ph. 270-286-8167
Submitted By: Submitted by: Penny J. Mitchell Click Here
Web Page Penny J. Mitchell Click Here

Taylorsville Lake State Park

Taylorsville: YOU CAN DAY RIDE! Call 477-8713 before planning to camp there The camp WAS under construction. PH 502-477-8766

Bell Farm Horse Camp

Whitley City: camping, trails Ph 606-376-5323

White Sulphr Horse Camp-Morehead Ky

20 minutes west of Morehead Ky. Take Rt.211 S. off Rt 60 Turn left onto forest rd129. (Three way intersection Nat;l forest sign: clear creek, zilpo etc.) turn left on gravel road past deli.(good place to stop for directions)
Camp ground: The Forest Service is now charging for the use of the WHITE SULPHUR Horse camp . $5.00 a day to camp and ride or $3.00 a day to park and ride.
Water for horses only
Latrines
Coggins check periodically
Trails: North side of paved road easy to moderate lots of hills around huge lake,many multiple use.
South side of pavement: Advanced to downright absurd not for beginners or out of shape horses , contains cliffs rock formations and spectacular arch.
Day camp areas at horseman's camp and clear creek.
Phone # 606-784-5624
Watch out for the snakes.
Submitted By: Jeff Green Click Here

Rudy's Ranch and Horsecamp

Salt Lick, Adjacent Daniel Boone National Forest in Eastern Kentucky. The trails connect to the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail. Take exit 121 between Morehead and Lexington, KY. Go 12 miles east on Route 36. Rudy's entrance is located near where Route 36 and Route 211 intersect.
Off I-64 at exit #123.
Go South onto Hwy 36 (Go 12 miles)
Turn Left onto Hwy 211
Rudy's Ranch is the first Right off Hwy 211.
Phone 606-768-6544
Submitted BY:Sandi Click Here
Web page Rudys Ranch and Horsecamp Click Here

Whispering Woods

Georgetown: Just off I-75 is a place called Whispering Woods. They have trail rides, camping, lay overs.
Whispering Woods Web page Click Here
Submitted BY:Sabra Abshire Click Here

Cottonmouth Lodge

This was about a 2 hr.+ drive one way for us from Gallatin, TN. The riding is EASY, flat to very little rolling. When we were there in the fall of 2000, the trails were not that well-marked, but they were working on them, plus cutting new ones.

Excellent place for a horse that is not in that good a shape, as it is easy riding. If you're on a gaited horse, it would only be good for about a 2 day stay, unless you don't mind riding the same trails again.

Beautiful lodge & stalls & they had good food in their little restaurant section when we were there.
Web Page http://www.cottonmouthlodge.com/ Click Here
Submitted By: Trish Smith Click Here

Willow Creek Outpost And Campground

CADIZ: From I-24 go West on Hwy 68 Bypass to 139 South. Travel 9.1 miles on 139 south and turn right on Hwy 164. Campground is 1.7 miles on the right.
Willow Creek is a recreational area of more than 1000 acres that adjoins the 7000 acre West Vaco. Bordering Lake Barkley. Willow Creek offers horseback riding and hiking through trails of wooded, rolling lush terrain dotted with ponds and lakes for fishing and streaming with creeks.
A nature lover's paradise, campers and sightseers will love it too. Located in Linton, Ky. on Hwy 164. Open year-around, Willow Creek campground provides a wonderful area for horseback enthusiast and is only a short distance from many excellent hunting, fishing, and boating areas.
PERMANENT CAMPING SITES
A limited number of campsites are available for permanent camping. Arrangement may be made by contacting Willow Creek Campgrounds, Inc.

Willow Creek offers everthing the outdoorsman, hunter or horseman could want with a restaurant, limited groceries, gift shop, fishing, bait, soft drinks, ice, washers/dryers, rental horses, feed, tack supplies, and bathhouse.
The trails are wide enough for buggies and some narrow enough for single files through miles of rolling beautiful terrain.
There are also FULLY STOCKED RUSTIC CABINS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
The hospitality is that of none other. You will have to ride many miles to outdo this campground, so stop in and see us just as soon as possible. Revervations can be made and recommended. There are electrical sites / electric and water/ and primitive sites, and as I said permanent sites with sewer.
All you have to do is come and bring your horse and could time bags. We will be sure you are happy when you leave.

For more information contact
Daniel Hale 270-924-0700
Michael Shelton 270-522-1539
Willow Creek Outpost 270-522-0808
We gladly accept MC/ Visa/ and Discover
Submitted By: Dee Smith Click Here
Web Page Willow Creek Outpost and Campground Click Here

Twilight Saddlebreds at Holloway Farms

Eastwood/Middletown: A newly developed 225 acre trail riding area that is very close to Louisville.
Thoughts have come to mind on individual or club activities that are fun and could be custom organized to the event. Whether it's just people wanting to spend a day with their horses and friends or a club wishing to hold an event, a few things have come to mind.

An organized Scavenger Hunt with prizes, food and refreshments afterwards that is timed provides a challenge and a lot of fun. Trail maps are provided to assist in "where to look" and "what to look for". Or, a Poker Rally. Once again, a trail map guides you to each of the five "Card Stops", where one card is drawn and recorded to the rider's number. Prizes can be given to the first horse/rider combination finished, and also to the holder of the best "Five Card Stud" poker hand. A fun food and refreshment get-together afterwards is a great social activity.

Another is a "Competitive Trail Ride" where following the maze of directions on a trail map will challenge both horse and rider to finish first.

Our marked trails take you across creeks, up and down very steep grades, around ponds, and past picnic areas. Cantering fields allow a pick-up of pace, and a race with a friend.

We welcome clubs to incorporate these or other activities into their social gatherings or awards presentations.

For more information feel free to e-mail. I'd be happy to answer your questions.

Niki Melnyk
Twilight Saddlebreds at Holloway Farms
Eastwood/Middletown, KY
E-mail: Niki Melnyk Click Here

Yatesville Lake State Park

We are about to open up a 20+ miles of horseback riding trails at our state park.
The trails will be multi-use, allowing for hikers, backpackers, mountain bikes, and horses.
Motorized vehicles shall not be allowed trail access. The trail should be open by the Summer of 2002.
The trails is a bit over 20 miles and has many scenic views of the forest and the Yatesville Lake. And will also be located near a campgrounds and a golf course.
The trail will be managed by the Yatesville Lake State Park (a KY State Park) and was built in co-operation with the Lawrence County Saddle Club, a member of the KY Horse Council.

The trail is located in Eastern Kentucky. In Louisa, Lawrence County, Kentucky. About 40 miles south of Ashland, Kentucky.

E-mail: Mark Reeder, Park Superintendent Click Here

Circle "B" Ranch

Mt. Sterling - Gateway to the Mountains.
For people with their own horses, Camping, trail riding, fishing, tubing, hiking, cook-out's, etc.
Circle B Ranch - 4961 Turley Rd.- Mt.Sterling, KY
Call today for reservation/information 606-674-2783
E-mail: Circle B Ranch Click Here
Web Page Circle B Ranch Click Here
Submitted By:: Susan Butterbaugh Click Here

Sugar Creek Farm

Lexington Area: Located 2 miles south of the Blue Licks Battlefield State Park, 35 miles north of Lexington.
We have 800 acres of undisturbed wilderness, miles of trails, with two luxury log homes (with all the amenities) available. We have a couple of wood fenced paddocks (36'x40') with two run in stalls (12'x12') with water (hay available) at Cedar Hill Lodge.
This is a wonderful place for your family and friends to bring your horses.
For more information please call (513)621-7032.
Check out our web site:
Web Page Sugar Creek Farm Click here

Green River Stables

Campbellsville: Located 5 miles out of Campbellsville, KY adjacent to Green River State Park which has 20+ miles of wooded trails. The campground has electric, water and sewer hookups, clean bath houses, covered stalls and washbay.
For more information call 270-789-4525.

Stampede Run Horse Camp

Stampede Run Horse Camp located off Hwy. 27 on 1045 between Somerset and Whitley City
Come and enjoy the trails of the Daniel Boone National Forest. These trails offer lots of rock houses, the historical Sheltowee Trace and riding where four hundred coal miners use to live and mine the coal. Barren Fork Horse Camp behind Stearns Ranger Station, is within riding distance of this camp.
Ride the same trails of the Barren Fork Horse Camp.
Electric and water at each campsite.
New 26 stall barn, we furnish shavings, you clean each day.
Shelter with picnic tables
Wach station for forses.
Dump station for trailers.
Added 2 cowboy and cowgirl toilets and 2 cowboy - cowgirl showers.
Prices $20.00 per site $10.00 per stall.
Deposit required.
$3.00 per horse perday picket line. Picket line is small.

If you need extra picket lines please ask the owners before tieing to the trees. Firerings are available but wood is not available at all times. The fees are subject to change.
We are 20 miles south of Somerset 4 miles north of Whitley City on highway 1045.
Go 2.1 miles off 27 turn right at Stampede Run sign. Camp is on Zeb Perry Road we live out front in the log home. If you are coming from Cumberland Falls State Park on highway 90 you turn onto 1045 at the top of the hill and go 6 miles to Zeb Perry Road and camp sign turn left.
Owners Rick and Darlene Hensley.
Phone 606-376-9666 Fax 606-376-2610.
Work Phone 606-376-1881
Web Page Stampede Run Horse Camp Click here
E-mail: Richard and Darlene Hensley Click Here

Horseshoe Acres Campground and Restaurant

Located on Hwy 70 between Central City and Madisonville
Open Year Round
Camping, horseback riding, fishing, hiking, showers, dump station
Tether poles and tie out stalls
Lots of trails for horseback riding and wagons
$2.00 per horse for day riders
$15.00 a day with electricity and water hookups, also rates by the month and year
Phone 270-338-9800
Submitted By: Jerry Hyatt Click Here

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill KY

Pleasant Hill: It is the perfect place to vacation with your horse.
Shakertown has wonderful accommidations for horse and rider. Over 40 miles of trails on 2900 acres of the bluegrass. A portion of the trails are also open to Carriages - something new in 2004 and more being laid out. All trails are well marked and maps are available at check-in.
One of our favorites in hot weather is the "Shawnee Run Trail" that runs along Shawnee Creek. It is mostly in the shade of the woods and the creek offers a sip of water for your mount.
Other trials such as "Little Texas" are more open but offer shade and wonderful views of Shaker Village, stone walls and countryside. I live local and have never stayed overnight but the restored shaker buildings look fabulous for an overnight stay or longer. Shaker village offers breakfast, lunch and dinner.
For your horse a renovated tobaco barn has 20 roomy stalls and there are 4 paddocks with grass.
I can't think of a more civilized way to vacation with your horse and friends!. Historic Harrodsburg is just a few minutes away if you want to take in more sights.

Submitted By: Karen Hughes Click Here

Clay Wildlife Management Area

Clay Wildlife Management Area aka "Clay Farm" near Carlisle,KY, on Cassidy Creek Road.
Primitive camping sites, lots of wildlife, bordered by the Licking River on 3 sides.
Several miles of marked horseback trails. Good weekend riding and camping experience.
Presently no charge for camping or riding. Favorite of the local horseback riders.
Site of the Central KY foxhunters fall hunt.
Submitted By: KKKendall1@mmm.com Click Here

McNeely Park Stables, Louisville

Louisville: I have reopened the stable after it had been closed for a year. The trails are maintained by the Louisville Metro Parks Department and are in really good shape. The stable is convenient approximately 3 miles off I-265 in Louisville. There is approximately 6 miles of trails suitable for the beginner rider.
There is no overnight camping. I have a guided trail riding stable on sight. The park is open daily from 8:00 to dusk with no charge to ride your own horse. If you would like to ride one of mine you need to make an appointment 502-231-9011.
Submitted By: Patricia Cooksey Click Here

Lazy Gait Horse Camp

Carter, The trails vary between gently rolling to near mountainous. On the trails you will see caves, water falls, spectacular overlooks, rock formations and mountain streams. Also, you can ride your horse into a small town close by, tie up and eat at a restaurant. I have ridden all over the eastern United States and trail ride about 1,000 miles a year, and this is a great place to ride.

When they open they will have 10 sites with water and electric and centrally located stalls. Estimated opening is May 2006, but call for specifics. (Total of 10 sites)

Directions:
Lazy Gait Horse Camp--40 miles west of Huntington WV; 80 miles east of Lexington, KY; 120 south of Columbus, Ohio.

1624 Halfway Branch Carter,KY 41128
(606) 474-4316
Submitted By: Tim Scarbrough Click Here

D bar K Horse Camp

Mammoth Cave: We have 12 electric and water sites 13 12x12 pens.
Our restrooms and showers will be completed in the spring of 2007.
Our 12 stall covered barn is finished. We also have primitive sites. We are located just past the Lincoln trailhead on Ollie rd.
D bar K Horse Camp
510 Ollie Rd.
For now we have a porta potty until the restrooms are completed. There are picnic tables at all electric sites .
To reach us you can call 502-348-2031 home. 601-201-0112 cell. or
For reservations. Our fax # is 502-349-0930.
E-Mail: Debbie & Ernest King owners and managers Click Here
Web Page D bar K Horse Camp Click here

Eagle Creek Horse Motel and Trails

We have 10 Electic Hookups (110 and 220) and water at each campsite on Eagle Creek. The barn has 6 stalls and there is a 60' corral available. Temporary pens are also allowed. Trails range from easy to moderate and cover 150 acres of wooded hills. Pets are welcome. Cabin is available for families of 4.
we are just off I-75 at Exit 136 in Kentucky

Eagle Creek Horse Motel and Trails
7101 Cincinnati Road
Sadieville, KY 40370
Phone 859-806-2788
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E-Mail: Eagle Creek Horse Motel and Trails Click Here

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A Guide To Kentucky Horse Camps

You are invited to get to know Kentucky just like the pioneers of the

1700s-through the wilderness from the back of a horse. Many riding trails

crisscross the state, with horse camps available to those who wish to spend

the night in a natural setting.

Known around the world as the nursery of the Thoroughbred racehorse,

Kentucky has become the home for numerous equine breeds and horse

enthusiasts who pursue many different disciplines. Today, our "horse

heritage" is widely varied and all-encompassing.

Get ready to fill your senses with the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and

touches of Kentucky trails. From the Land Between the Lakes, Daniel Boone

National Forest, Big South Fork National Park, and Mammoth Cave National

Park, to scores of state parks and other recreational areas, we promise

you'll find enriching experiences and inspiring beauty. Kentucky trails will

enchant you-and leave you pining for more.

Welcome to the Trails of Kentucky!

1. Mammoth Cave National Park

2. Double "J" Stables & Campground

3. "Bit & Bridle" Bed & Breakfast

4. Wrangler's Campground, Land Between the Lakes

5. Bear Creek Horse Camp

6. Bell Farm Horse Camp

7. Little Lick Horse Camp

8. Barren Fork Horse Camp

9. Logan-Hubble Park

10. Lago Linda Horse Camp

11. Land of Arches Stables

12. Trails End Horse Camp

13. Tar Ridge

14. White Sulphur Horse Camp

15. D & H Western Village

16. Dale Hollow Lake State Park

17. Sand Hill Conservation Camp

18. Future Camps

1. Mammoth Cave National Park

Mapel Springs Group Campground

Mammoth Cave National Park

Mammoth Cave, KY 42259

502/758-2251/Chief Ranger's office ext. 39

* Located off KY Hwy. 1352, off KY Hwy. 1827

* Four large, primitive sites, each site accommodates up to 24

people and eight horses

* Potable water

* Picket lines

* Group area

* 60 miles of trails open to horses

* Reservations required. $15/site/night

* The National Park includes the world's longest cave system, a

World Heritage Site, and an International Biosphere Reserve. Other

activities include cave tours, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, boating,

scenic boat ride, wildlife, and nature study.

2. Double "J" Stables & Campground

542 Lincoln School Rd.

PO Box 6

Mammoth Cave, KY 42259

502/286-8167

800/730-hrse(4773) within 502 Area Code

* Located off Rt. 1827 north of Mammoth Cave National Park

* 20 sites with water and electric hookups

* Additional primitive sites

* Room for groups

* Picket lines

* Tie stalls

* Turn-out area for horses

* Lounge and Recreation Room with vending machines, ice, and showers

* Access to Mammoth Cave National Park trail system gives total of

about 70 miles of trails.

3. "Bit & Bridle" Bed & Breakfast

574 Ramsey Road

Cub Run, KY 42279

502/286-8073

* Located just north of Mammoth Cave National Park

* Primitive camping on 20 acres of private land

* Horse and potable (human) water

* Picket lines

* Group area

* Ten miles of trails on private property and only two miles from

the 60-mile trail system in Mammoth Cave National Park. Multiple other

recreational opportunities available.

4. Wrangler's Campground, Land Between the Lakes

TVA

100 Van Morgan Drive

Golden Pond, KY 42211

502/924-2000

* Located south of Golden Pond, reached either via Rt. 68 or The

Trace

* Very large primitive camp area

* Modern bath house with ice, vending, and washer/dryer

* Potable water and horse troughs

* Some stalls available in barns

* Electric outlets at 99 sites

* 35 miles of marked horse trails

* Large system of old roads and other trails available

* Stall rental. New bunkhouses sleeps four or sleeps

eight.

* Land Between the Lakes offers extensive outdoor recreational and

educational opportunities.

5. Bear Creek Horse Camp

Big South Fork NRRA

Rt. 3, Box 401

Oneida, TN 37841

423/569-9778

* Vendor # 423/569-3321

* Located near Stearns, KY (on US 27) via KY 92 and KY 742

* 24 Improved sites with water and electric hookup

* Modern bath house

* Potable water

* Tie stalls

* Camp fire circle

* Approximately 20 miles of designated trails already connect to

horse camps at Station Camp, TN, and Bandy Camp, TN. Connections to Bell

Farm and Barren Fork proposed. RSF--NRRA also offers fishing, hiking,

mountain biking, hunting, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and rafting, and

includes the Blue Heron historic site and railroad.

6. Bell Farm Horse Camp

Stearns District Ranger, USFS

PO Box 429

US Highway 27N

Whitley City, KY 42653

606/376-5323

* Located off KY 1363, off KY 92. Allow one hour for the 18-mile

drive from Stearns. * Not recommended for large rigs.

* Primitive camp

* Tie stalls

* Creek for horse water

* Extensive trail system in Daniel Boone National Forest.

7. Little Lick Horse Camp

Somerset District Ranger, USFS

135 Reality Lane

Somerset, KY 42501

606/679-2018

* Located south of KY 192 at Mt. Victory off Forestry Service (FS)

Road 122.

* Eight primitive sites

* No horse water

* Pit toilets

* Hitching rail

* Extensive trail system in Daniel Boone National Forest. Marked

trails to Little Lick and Nathan McClure.

8. Barren Fork Horse Camp

Stearns District Ranger, USFS

PO Box 429

US Highway 27N

Whitley City, KY 42653

606/376-5323

* Located just off US 27, north of Whitley City. Access road is at

Stearns District ranger office

* 41 primitive sites

* Horse water from pond

* City water from faucets

* Large gravel circle for day use

* 2 sets toilets

* No showers

* Extensive trail system in Daniel Boone National Forest, including

Sheltowee Trace. Nearby abandoned mining area being evaluated for possible

development as historic site. Within 20 miles of multiple recreation sites,

including General Burnside Island State Park and the Cumberland River.

The Forest Service is now charging for the use of the

BARREN FORK HORSE CAMP. $5.00 a day to camp and ride or $3.00 a day to park

and ride.

9. Logan-Hubble Park

Garrard County Judge Executive Office

Lancaster, KY

606/792-3531

* Located on US 27, south of Lancaster

* 6 overnight primitive sites

* Bath house and toilets under construction

* 10 miles of trail on varied terrain

* Logan-Hubble Park is a unique county park with a variety of

recreation facilities. Further development of the equestrian facilities will

be done as support is found.

10. Lago Linda Horse Camp

850 Black's Ridge Road

Beattyville, KY 41311

606/464-2876

* From Beattyville take Rt. 52 west, turn left on 399, turn left on

Black's Ridge Rd. From Mountain Parkway go south on Rt. 11 from the Slade

exit. After Zoe, go right ton 498, right on 52, left on 399, left onto

Black's Ridge Rd.

* 25 wooded sites, 10 with electricity

* Potable water

* Modern bath house

* Access to extensive trail system on private and public lands,

including Sheltowee Trace. Less than 20 miles by trail from Land or Arches

camp. Eight-acre lake for swimming, fishing, and canoeing.

11. Land of Arches Stables

5150 KY 715

Zachariah, KY 41396

606/668-7074

* Go 6 1/2 miles south of Natural Bridge State Park on Rt. 11 to KY

715, turn left, one-half mile on right

* Improved and primitive sites

* Cabins

* Potable water

* Finished barn for special activities

* Rental horses

* Extensive trail system on both private and public lands

* Close to Natural Bridge State Park and Red River Gorge Wilderness

Area. Call for reservations

12. Trails End Horse Camp

PO Box 74

Shoemaker Ridge

Zoe, KY 41397

606/464-9530

* Located off Rt. 11, 11 miles south of Slade Exit on Mountain

Parkway

* 20 primitive sites

* Horse water

* Picket lines

* Group area

* 30 miles of trails close by with more available in Daniel Boone

National forest

* Close to Natural Bridge State Park and Red River Gorge Wilderness

Area. Near Walker's Creek's old railroad grade.

13. Tar Ridge

Stanton District Ranger, USFS

705 W. College Ave.

Stanton, KY 40380

606/663-2852

* Located on KY 77 between Slade and Frenchburg, one-half mile from

Civilian conservation Corp. Camp

* Six to 10 primitive sites

* No water

* Excellent day use trail head

* Overnight camping permitted

* Extensive and beautiful trail system. Horses are prohibited from

nearby Red River Gorge Geologic Area (which is largely cliffs!). Additional

improvements being considered-contact Stanton District Ranger to express

support for improvements. Close to Red River Gorge Wilderness Area and

Natural Bridge State Park.

14. White Sulfur Horse Camp

Morehead District Ranger, USFS

Rt. 801

Morehead, KY 40351

606/784-6428

* Located near Daniel Boone National Forest near Cave Run Lake;

south of Salt Lick off KY 211, then off FS Road 129 near Clear Creek Lake

* 30 primitive sites

* Picket lines

* Chemical toilets

* Horse water from pond

* More than 90 miles of local trails, including the Sheltowee Trace,

with more planned. Extensive outdoor recreational opportunities in Cave Run

Lake area.

15. D & H Western Village

Rt. 1, Box 219A1

Hillsboro, KY 41049

606/876-5591

800/737-RIDE (7433)

* Located off Rt. 32 north of Morehead

* Modern and primitive sites

* Summer-use camps

* Cabins

* Heated modern bath house

* Potable water

* Covered stalls

* Tie rails

* Camp and tack store

* Indoor equestrian center

* Lessons

* Group programs

* Group area

* Swimming pool

* Rental horses available

* Trail system in nearby Daniel Boone National Forest

* Other recreational opportunities are available in the camp area,

in the Daniel Boone National Forest, or nearby Cave Run Lake. Bed &

Breakfast available (no horses).

16. Dale Hollow Lake State Park

6371 State Park Rd.

Bow, KY 42717

502/433-7431

800/225-8747

* Located from KY 90 go south on KY 449, then left at the Y with KY

1206 and into the park

* 20 sites and overflow area

* Electric and water hookups

* Modern bath house

* Pool nearby

* Picnic tables and grills

* Lake with marina and boat ramp one mile away

* Hitching posts

* May use picket lines and portable corrals

* 20 miles of official trail with access to additional trails

* Fees: $12 for two people; $1 additional per person over age 16; $1

per horse; Reservations accepted. Call for information on the spring and

fall roundup.

17. Sand Hill Conservation Camp

Rt. 1, Box 467

Whitley City, KY 42653

606/376-9333

* Located 8.8 miles west of Cumberland Falls on Highway 700 east of

Highway 27, or from Whitley City at the 10-mile marker on Highway 700.

* 27 acres of county property

* 7-acre grass field for horses/trailers

* Water available

* Hot showers for campers

* RV park has electric and water hook-ups

* Two shelters

* Horse show area available

* Open year-round, 24-hours a day. Fees: $7 per trailer with two

persons; $1 additional per person. $12 RV hook-up.

Future Camps

Efforts are underway to build the additional camps. There are many areas

open for day use and some are listed here.

Taylorsville Lake, Horse Camp

Located on state land south of Shelbyville. This area is open for day

riding. Local riders are working with the state to build a camp and improve

the trail system.

Taylorsville Lake, The new horse camp at Taylorsville Lake in Taylorsville, KY is now open.

They have ten graveled water and

electric sites with grills. Bath House and restrooms. Horse washing pad.

Hitching posts in the shade for the horses. $18 dollars a night for the site.

Four person/four horse max.per site.

Call 477-8713 before planning to camp there.

Wind Cave Camp

The USFS and KHC plan to build a public camp north of McKee on Lime Kiln

Ridge near Wind Cave and S Tree. Although this camp may not be open before

1999, there are extensive trails in the area for riding now.

Yatesville Lake

The Lawrence County Saddle Club is working with the Corps of Engineers to

develop trails around Yatesville Lake. An overnight camp is a possibility.

Fish Trap Lake

Local horsemen and the Corps of Engineers are establishing trails near Fish

Trap Lake and have mentioned the possibility of overnight camping.

Breaks Interstate Park

Many people enjoy riding in the Breaks area. Eventual development of a horse

camp has been discussed, but has not received enough political support to

move forward.

Cumberland Trail

Many people enjoy riding the historic Cumberland Trail.

This guide was compiled by the Trails Committee of the Kentucky Horse

Council, Inc., to help trail riders find and enjoy our wonderful horse

trails and camps. We also hope that it helps promote trail riding in

Kentucky as part of our tourist industry.

The Kentucky Horse Council, an affiliate of the American Horse Council, is

dedicated to serving the best interests of all horses and horse enthusiasts

in Kentucky.

The KHC Trails Committee primarily is charged with maintaining and improving

access to trails in the state. It has been active in building public horse

camps and in promoting private camps, as well as maintaining trails and

establishing new trails. The committee's work is accomplished entirely

through contributions and volunteer labor.

If you would like to help with these efforts, or would like more information

on KHC, write: Kentucky Horse Council, 4089 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, KY

40511; phone 800-4-KY-HORS. Contributions (payable to the Kentucky Horse

Council) are welcome.

-Kentucky Horse Council

E-mail: Kentucky Horse Council
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Layover Hosts for your horse or mule. (No Trail access)

Rodeo Grounds, Fair Grounds, B and B's, Horse Motels, Private residences

Campgrounds, ranches and trail ride places are also Overnight hosts. The places listed here are "OVERNIGHT ONLY".

This is a link to B & B Online, Bed and Breakfast with equine accommodations

Spring Bay Farm

Lexington: John Wiggs, 1249 Greendale Rd. 40511. Bed and Stall, close to two horse parks, 4 10 x 16 stalls with turnout, for reservations call 606-231-8702

First Farm Inn B&B

Burlington: Ph 800-277-9527 or 606-586-0199
First Farm Inn - web page

KED Farm

Ashland: Have stalls, pasture, arena, and parking for horse trailers or campers.
Phone 606-928-0117.
Address: 11608 Towler Lane, 41102
E-mail: Kathy and Emily Cordle

Ramey Riding Stables and Trail's End B&B

Owensboro: Stalls, Holding pens, pasture, arena, round pen.
I have a tennis camp business as well; however, the B & B cottage is located on the stables property. The two operations are 20 minutes apart, the stables in Indiana and the indoor tennis, pool, outdoor courts, etc. in Kentucky.
Ph 502-771-5590 or 812-649-9579
Ms. Joan G. Ramey
CHA Certified Riding Instructor
E-mail: Ms. Joan G. Ramey
Web PageRamey Riding Stables Click Here
B&B OnlineTrail's End B&B Click Here

Witch Trot Farms

Lexington - Louisville: We have a small layover place for 4 people and 4 horses in between Lexington and Louisville, KY. It's is a two bedroom trailer, furnished, on 5 acres- with a four stall barn. Acreage is mostly grass - we are still working on the fencing. It is in a very quiet area, fully furnished, and only available to horse and mule people. It is in Lawrenceburg, KY- where one of the goals of the local zoning is to have a county wide trail system for both riders and carriages.

Kricket and Roy
Witch Trot Farms
1692 Waddy Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
502-839-4425
502-839-9655 fax
E-mail: Kricket and Roy Click Here
Web PageWitch Trot Farms Click Here

High Point Equestrian Center

High Point Equestrian Center, 3943 Frankfort Road, Georgetown 40324. Specializing in Quarter Horses and Paints. High Point features both western and hunt seat riding. Offering boarding, training, private and semi-private lessons, overnight stabling, and indoor and outdoor arenas. Tours by appointment. 502-863-2944
Submitted By: Sandi Partin Click Here

Cedar Valley Resort

33 covered stalls, turn out area, feed, bedding, trailer hook-ups, water, and plenty of parking. Bed & Breakfast is coming soon. Prices vary so call for more information.
Our address is:
15 Grandview Heights
Williamstown, KY 41097
Phone numbers: (859) 823-1262 or 1-866-Fun-in-KY
We are 45 min. from Cincinnati, OH and 45min. from Lexington, KY.
Call for Reservations and Come Stay with Us!
Submitted By: Cedar Valley Resort, Tosha Finke Click Here

Horseshoehill Bed and Barn

Benton, I am approximately 15 miles off I 24 next to the Purchase parkway in Western Kentucky.
6640 Oak Level Rd., Benton, KY 42025
Phone (270) 527-0598

E-mail: Pam Barnes Click Here
Web Page Horseshoehill Bed and Barn Click Here

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Trail Rides (bring your own horse or mule)

5/13/2006 Smith T.T. - Platinum Performance Stables, Taylorsville, KY near Louisville

7/ 1/ 2006 Keeney T.T. - Nancy KY - Keeney Quarter Horses and hosted with the South KY Ranch Horse Association

9/ 9/ 2006 Sturgis, KY - Union County Fairgrounds and hosted by Union County QH 4-H Club.

9/21-24/2006 Ride 2006 Let Freedom Ride 10th Anniversary
- Willow Creek Campground.
- Thur s-Sun. Roping clinic Friday afternoon with Perry Brookshire
For more inforamtion contact:

Mardy Smith
AQHA Kentucky Ride Coordinator
2746 Wilsonville Road
Fisherville, KY 40023
(502) 477-1997

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