General Trails Information
Please check the NH State Park and Rail Trail pages for the horseback riding symbol to ensure that the trail you are going on allows
NHHC promotes trail etiquette and encourages all trail users to be respectful of each other’s presence, safety, and enjoyment. Please take a moment to review the information provided by NH State Parks.
Division of Parks and Recreation’s Rules for Equine: Res 7301.09
Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the Division of Parks and Recreation’s Rules for Equine: Res 7301.09 in order to ensure a pleasant and safe experience for all visitors.
Is your horse ready for trails?
Checklist provided by NH State Parks
- Make sure your horse has the temperament and training for riding on recreational trails.
- Know you and your horse’s limitations.
- Let other trail users know when it is safe to pass your horse.
- Announce your intention to pass others. Come to a walk and pass on the left when safe and appropriate.
- Always pick up after your horse. Keep the trail head and parking area clear of manure and trash.
- When meeting a musher, move off the trail to a safe spot and let them keep moving to pass. Call out to the musher if they need to stop.