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Enjoy Horseback Riding

Petrified Forest National Park

Bring your own horse and take a ride into the backcountry.

Horse around! Bring your own horse and take a ride into the backcountry. While horses aren’t allowed on most of the trails, they can be ridden into the backcountry including the wilderness area. Be sure to clean up, use weed free feed, and bring all your water. A great place to start is the large parking lot at Kachina Point where you can find the access trail into the north unit of the wilderness area.

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Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

Up to the individual's knowledge and abilities.

Pets

Yes — Animals are allowed in the park as long as they are under control with leash, tether, or reins. Clean up their droppings. Use weed free feed. Respect wildlife and don't share food or approach. Know where you can go.

Reservations

No

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