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Horseback Riding on the Oregon Trail

Oregon National Historic Trail

Take a ride back in time on the Oregon Trail! The variety of opportunities ranges from historic landscapes to modern views, and from short to longer trail rides. Riding the Trail is a great way to connect to this fascinating story, as your experience will serve as a reminder of the sacrifices, struggles, and triumphs of early American settlers.

Ride your horse along the route of the overland travelers, as you take a ride back in time. Experience the landscapes, ponder the changes, and take a ride back in time along segments of the Trail. Trail conditions, access, and length will vary by location. Please check with the individual location for more information. Horse Access Extensive trail segments Oregon Trail Road: Mills, WY to WYO-220 just north of Independence Rock, 41.5 miles South Pass Segment: Independence Rock to Parting of the Ways, 125 miles Parting of the Ways: end of the South Pass segment Bear River Divide Segment: US 189 to WY 89, 31 miles Blue Mountain Segment in LaGrande, OR to Mount Emily interchange off I-84: 17 miles Barlow Road Segment from Barlow Gate to Barlow Tollgate: 32 miles For more location information: Places to Go on the Oregon Trail

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Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information for individual sites.

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Yes — Due to the varied nature of these opportunities, please check with individual locations about whether pets are allowed.

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