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If you have a love of nature and a passion for horseback riding, combining the two with camping is an increasingly popular hobby with many equestrians. Trail riding is an extremely rewarding experience and strengthens the bond between horse and rider while enjoying the great outdoors.

The Attraction of Horseback Camping

Exploring the world and backcountry trails on horseback is just a small part of the adventure. Camping with friends and family (and horses) allow for some great stories to tell for years to come. While camping with your horse, you get the incredible opportunity to explore new trails, all while sleeping under the stars.

Horse Camping Safety

Ensuring that you have the correct gear is an important aspect of camping with your horse and keeping them safe. Some of the most important items to bring camping with your horses has to do with overnight safety.

Containing your horse when overnight camping can be a stressful topic. One way to keep your horse safe is using portable corrals which are fairly sturdy and reliable. Using portable corrals provide a pen with space for your horse to move around, graze and rest freely.

Tying your horse to a high line keeps your lead rope away from the horse’s legs to avoid getting tangled and is a great option if you do not have portable corrals. Gearing your horse with a breakaway halter can take some of the nervousness off of a potentially dangerous situation knowing that if your horse gets into a bind overnight, they will be able to break away from their tie and away from harm.

Trail Riding Gear

Making sure you stay hydrated on the trail is important, especially for those all-day rides. Insulated saddlebags will allow you to carry all your beverages and other gear to make sure you’re ready for anything on the trail. Multiple hour-long trail rides can do a number on your body. Using a saddle seat pad can help alleviate any soreness from your seat so you can get the most out of your ride. You can also add stirrup turners to your saddle to turn your stirrups to the correct position to reduce ankle and knee stress.

Horseback Camping Equipment Checklist

Paperwork (Coggins, Health Certificate, Etc.) Equine First Aid Kit Hay Net Water and Water Buckets Fly Spray Extra Halter and Lead Rope Grooming Supplies