Since I’ve had so many submissions lately, and I didn’t want to spam everyone’s inbox with each listing. I will be compiling a weeks worth of trails and camps during the busy publishing times! There’s a mix of everything here – Methow Valley, Olympic Peninsula, Columbia River Gorge, Portland/Vancouver metro and Central Oregon.
I’d love to thank everyone who has contributed so far. Alexis, Sara, Heather Tyrell, Kolu Westcott, B. Nass, Jamethiel Morse, Erin Francis- Hurley and Tess Buchannan. You are all helping others find new spots to enjoy! I also can’t even begin to name all of the people who have added photos to use and tidbits of information to my inbox.
If you’d like to contribute please head over to Submit a Trail. Even tidbits and photos of trails are welcome. I’ve learned some great new places myself from your submissions and the more we document the more we can get people out using the trails!
Now onto the new postings!
The Telemark-Eclipse Loop in Methow Valley offers a 10.5-mile loop on primarily on logging roads and single tracks. This area is also known for Larches in the Fall.
Hidden Falls, accessed via the Appaloosa Trail from Rock Creek Horse Camp in Southwest Washington, offers a moderate 7.7-mile out-and-back ride with lush forest and wildflowers in the spring.
Powell Butte Nature Park offers equestrians scenic trails and views, with varied terrain. The park features 10 miles of trails and dedicated trailer parking. Easy enough for novice trail riders, but enough hills to condition if desired.
Glaze Meadow offers an easy 3.3-mile trail from Graham Corral Horse Camp with stunning views, suitable for riders of all levels.
Cyrus Horse Camp in Central Oregon’s Ochoco National Forest offers a free, low-use campground with corrals and stock water. Many long endurance length loops for those who like all day rides, or make your own shorter loop out of trails and forest roads.
The Deschutes River State Recreation Area offers a 22-mile out and back ride along an old railbed trail for equestrians ending at Harris Ranch. Located east of Dalles, Oregon in the Columbia River Gorge- this is a great spring conditioning ride for endurance riders or anyone who wants an easy flat trail to explore.
Huckleberry Trail runs through Hardy Creek, also known as the Molalla River Recreation Corridor located in NE Oregon. Offering lush forest scenery and wildflowers in the spring with miles of trails to explore.
Big Meadows Horse Camp lies in the Willamette National Forest and provides access to the Mt Jefferson Wilderness. Plenty of opportunities for long loops, overnight trips, and even access to the Pacific Crest Trail. For the really adventurous, link this camp to Sheep Springs Horse Camp on a multi night backcountry trip.
Tam MacArthur Rim offers a moderate 15.6-mile trail in Oregon’s Three Sisters Wilderness, providing stunning views of nearby peaks.
Columbia Hills Historical State Park features a 6.6-mile moderate loop with wildflowers galore in the spring.
Miller Peninsula State Park is a 2,800 acre park located on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula in Sequim, Wa. Boasting over 20 miles of shared trails and 3.4 miles of shoreline to ride, this ride is a great mix of forest and ocean. Enjoy views of Discovery Bay and the Straight of Juan De Fuca.
Klickitat River Trail is a 31-mile historic railroad corridor trail that allows horses on the first 13-miles for a low elevation, scenic river ride. The trail starts at Lyle Trailhead in the Columbia River Gorge and follows the river North to town of Klickitat.
What’s Next?
I currently have all the info but seeking photos of the camps/trails listed below. If you have photos to share please head over to Submit a Trail (or camp) and add them or send me an email or Facebook message. Appreciate the help as it takes a community!
- Baker Beach Horse Camp
- Black Pine Horse Camp
- Chewaucan Crossing Campground
- Indian Camp Campground
- Knebal Springs Horse Camp
- North Summit Horse Camp (Loup Loup Pass)
- Northrup Creek
- Sahara Horse Camp
- Willow Prairie Horse Camp
- Oxbow Regional Park
- Camp Lake
- Smith Rock State Park
How Else Can I Help?
Submissions: For those in Southern Oregon, Eastern Oregon, WA cascades and Methow Valley. There’s so little information out there on your camps and trails. Please consider submitting even just one spot!
Scouting: If you are really adventure there are many trailheads that allow horse camping that need to be scouted. Shoot me an email if you’re interested in a road trip to help. I still have at least 150 camps to go!
Social Media: Following and engaging with social media posts always pushes them to a bigger audience. If you see a catalog listing, drop your favorite memory, tag a friend you’d like to ride with or give it a share. Have a friend looking for a trail resource? Drop the site, or tag the Moquistang page!
Get Out & Ride: Have a nearby trail you know allows horses but unsure about it? Go check it out and report back! Even failed attempts can be helpful to the horse community. Sharing knowledge about roads, parking, trail blockages and other challenges will all add to the overall trail project!
Feedback: Think something should be added to the entries? Send me a message with your ideas and we can incorporate them into the catalog!
Thanks again everyone – I truly hope you are enjoying learning about all of these places to ride. With that- I’ll leave you with one of my favorite photos from riding Tam McArthur Ridge.
Moquistang; one little mustang who does it all. 
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