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Horseback Riding
A great way to see Montana's backcountry and front country is by horseback. Whether you mount up for a day ride, overnight camping, or a hunting trip, Montana's trail system can lead you to a new adventure. Check out the links below for outfitter, permit, and trail information.
- Montana State Parks—Horse trails are available at Lone Pine State Park on the edge of Kalispell and Bannack State Park southwest of Dillon.
- Travel Montana
—Find links to horseback rides, summer pack trips and hunting, fishing, and photo trips in Big Sky Country. - State Trust Lands Overnight Horse Use —A Special Recreational Use License, available only from Department of Natural Resources and Conservation offices, is required for an overnight stay with horses on State Trust Land.
- U.S. Forest Service —Many of Montana's national forests offer access to recreational stock. Check individual forest websites for more details.
Montana Associations
- Back Country Horsemen of Montana —This club strives to perpetuate the common sense use and enjoyment of horses in America's back country and wilderness. The organization works with public agencies to ensure that public lands remain open to recreational stock use and assists these agencies with maintenance and public lands management.
National Associations
- American Horse Council —This organization is based in Washington D.C. and works by communicating with Congress, federal agencies, and the media on the behalf of all horse related interests.
- Back Country Horsemen of America —Back Country Horsemen of America is a non-profit corporation made up of state organizations, affiliates and at-large members. They are dedicated to preserving the historical use of recreational stock in the backcountry.
- Equestrian Land Conservation Resource —This national group is dedicated to preserving and promoting land for equestrian use.
