Horseback Riding Done Right

Nevada County has great trails for horseback riding and much of the credit goes to long-time local volunteer organization, the Gold Country Trails Council. If you love riding your horse, you know that there are plenty of logistics involved in bringing off a perfect ride. Check our guide for great tips on destinations that offer horse trailer parking with space to maneuver, corrals, footing and difficulty ratings, water crossings or the lack of them for your horse to drink, typical weather conditions and what to expect in terms of trail traffic. It all pays off with gorgeous Sierra views and a great day’s workout for you and your best friend- and we both know we’re not talking about that guy you ride with.