horseback riding
discover a new view when you explore southwest colorado by horseback.
With our dynamic landscape and plenty of horse-accessible trails, exploring Southwest Colorado by horseback is a great way to see all our region has to offer.
The best horseback riding in our area is with one of our area’s popular guided services listed here. Their professional guides will help you make the most of your adventure, whether you’re looking to get out just for a day ride or a full backcountry pack trip.
Experienced equestrian? Check out our recommended horse-friendly trails below.
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horse-friendly trails
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Alien Run Trail System
The three stacked loops of Alien Run offer a variety of riding for everyone.
Boggy Draw Trail System
The Boggy Trailhead also hosts three other trails that offer a wide variety of terrain and range of difficulties.
Church Camp Trail System
Church Camp trails are a great way to experience some easier options of Durango’s in-town trails.
Colorado Trail System (High Country)
The iconic Colorado Trail stretches 500 miles from Denver to its terminus in Durango and is one of the state’s great recreational assets.
Colorado Trail System (Lower)
The iconic Colorado Trail stretches 500 miles from Denver to its terminus in Durango and is one of the state’s great recreational assets.
Grandview Ridge Trail System
The Grandview Ridge trail system includes several very fun local trails and is easily accessible from downtown Durango, located next to (and connecting to) the Horse Gulch trail system.
Hermosa Area Trail System
The Hermosa Creek trails connect you to a variety of high country routes from Jones Creek to Pinkerton or upper Hermosa to Bolam Pass or Hotel Draw.
High Country Trails
Durango has dozens of miles of high country trails located just outside of town, perfect for hiking, biking, and exploring Southwest Colorado.
La Plata Canyon Trail System
La Plata Canyon is in an area west of Durango with many mid country trail options.
Log Chutes Trail System
Log Chutes is a multi-use trail located just above the Colorado Trail Trailhead at Junction Creek in Durango
Missionary Ridge Trail System
The Missionary Ridge trail network is an unknown gem even to most locals with moderate to expert trails.
Sand Canyon Trail System
Located near Cortez, Colorado, this National Monument boasts the largest concentration of Pueblo Indian (Anasazi) ruins and archaeological sites.
Saul’s Creek Trail System
The Saul’s Creek trail system is in the San Juan National Forest about 3 miles east of Bayfield, Colorado.
Silverton Area Trails
Near Silverton you’ll find a number of thirteeners that can be completed as day hikes, including Kendall Mountain, Kendall Peak and Stony Peak.
Twin Buttes Trail System
While a popular mountain bike location, Twin Buttes is also a multi-use trail system just west of Downtown Durango.
Vallecito Lake Trail System
Vallecito Lake offers a variety of year-round trails just 40 minutes from Durango.
Weminuche Wilderness Trails
Within the wilderness area you can hike to high alpine valleys, mountain peaks and pristine lakes on hundreds of miles of marked trails in one of the largest wilderness areas in the U.S.
