Horseback Riding
  • Trail ride through lush, green forest in bright sunlight.
    • Ranger in uniform petting a white horse inside a wooden barn.

    Horseback Riding at Tennessee State Parks

    Tennessee State Parks have several horse-friendly parks, places to bring your own horse or rent a horse.

    Several parks also provide equestrian support facilities and even a wrangler camping area.

    All equestrian facilities in state parks offer horse rental, guided rides, or support facilities for guests accessing the trails on lands managed by the Tennessee Division of Forestry.

    Parks with Horseback Riding

    Some parks have Bring Your Horse options, others have stables or nearby equestrian facilities where you can board your horse or rent.  

      • Aerial view of a lush green forest surrounding a serene, winding river under a clear sky. Sunlight casts warm tones, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere.

      Big Hill Pond

      Bring Your Horse to Big Hill Pond 

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      • White horse by a fence in a sunny meadow with trees.

      Chickasaw

      You can rent a horse or Bring Your Horse to Chickasaw. Wrangler Campground available.  

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      • Autumn trees by a tranquil lake with sunlight filtering through.

      Meeman-Shelby Forest

      Bring Your Horse to Meeman-Shelby Forest.  

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      • Horseback riding trail surrounded by dense trees.

      Natchez Trace

      Bring Your Horse to Natchez Trace. Wrangler Campground available.  

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      • Sunlit forest path surrounded by green trees and foliage.

      Cedars of Lebanon

      Bring Your Horse – we have approximately 10 miles of trails open for riding year-round.  

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      • Sunny field with green grass, surrounded by dense forest under a clear blue sky.

      Panther Creek

      Bring Your Horse to Panther Creek.  

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      • A tranquil lake on a sunny day, surrounded by dense green trees. The calm, blue water reflects the sky, evoking a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

      Norris Dam

      We have several trails on the east side that are open for equestrian use.  

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    Horseback Riding at Chickasaw State Park

    An in-depth look at all the fun to be had on horseback at Tennessee State Parks

    Join Kari Edgens and her family on a trip to reconnect as a family and with nature during their spring break trip to Chickasaw State Park. The family enjoyed hiking, birding and most importantly, some time horseback riding.

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    • Child Horseback Riding at Chickasaw State Park by Kari Edgens
    • Paved path in a lush green forest with scattered picnic tables.

    Wrangler Campsites for Horseback Riders

    Tennessee State Parks offer dedicated wrangler campgrounds at select parks, designed for riders traveling with their horses.

    These spacious sites provide convenient access to equestrian trails and facilities, making it easy to settle in and ride right from your campsite. Chickasaw and Natchez Trace offer Wrangler Campgrounds, ideal for bringing your horse. The campgrounds accommodate RVs and horse trailers. Campsites include electric and water hookups and hitching lines.

    Support the Mounted Patrol Horses of Cummins Falls

    Cummins Falls State Park
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