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If you have never ridden in the Big South Fork, then you are missing out!
The trails are a mix of over 300 miles of private and Park trails, and are very
well maintained. Many trails are wide and sandy, and just invite you and your
horse to kick up your heels and enjoy a good canter or fast gait. There are trails of
varying difficulty and length to satisfy every rider.
True West is centrally located to access the Big South Fork in several different directions.
Ride to Charit Creek Hostel, Leatherwood Ford Overlook, Sawtooth Overlook, Wild Cat Den,
O&W Railroad Bed, and Bandy Creek, just to name a few. The trails are mostly in the
woods, along creeks and ridge lines. This makes for very pleasant conditions, even in summer.
Horses should have shoes to ride the trails at Big South Fork.
There are different types of footing on the trails -- sand, gravel, creek beds, rocks, large
sandstone shelves. Some trails take you down the side of asphalt roads for a short distance also.
We keep shoes with borium on our horses, but it is not absolutely necessary.
Pads are not necessary.
It is impossible to access all of Big South Fork's 120,000 acres from one location.
Arrangements can be made at True West to transport you and your horses to trail heads
in other parts of the park which have limited access if you like.
Upon check-in, you will be given a trail map. National Geographic maps of Big South
Fork are available for purchase in the Mercantile. We are happy to answer any questions
you have about the trails and where to ride.
Trail guide service is available.
For more adventurous folks, we also have pack equipment available for rent. It fits
right over a western saddle. So just bring an extra horse and saddle, and some
camping gear and you're set to go spend a night or two camping out in the park.
It's a great way to see areas that are too far for a day ride.
FYI - The National Park does not allow dogs in the park or on the trails unless they are
on a leash at all times. If you are actively hunting during hunting season with a valid license,
then your hunting dogs can be off leash.