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Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
Horseback Riding
Photo of Riders enjoying riding in the Park

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There are several areas ideal for riding. Plum Creek and McBride Canyon have corrals and lots of dirt roads and trails. Riding groups host trail rides and endurance rides at Lake Meredith annually and also volunteer for trail work, corral work and other projects.

McBRIDE CANYON
Located southeast of the lake off State Highway 136. Cottonwood trees provide shade. Dirt road can become impassable for motor vehicles during and after rain.

  • Near Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
  • Historic marker at reconstructed ranch house
  • Picnic tables, grills
  • Vault-evaporator toilets
  • Horse corrals
  • No flush toilets or drinking water

PLUM CREEK
Located on southwest side of lake off FM 1913. Devil's Canyon Trail is for beginner to experienced horseback riders, as well as hikers and mountain bikers. This area contains some shade trees.

  • Picnic tables, grills
  • Vault-evaporator toilet
  • Horse corrals
  • No flush toilets or drinking water

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Red Soil

Did You Know?
Lake Meredith is surrounded by vibrant red bluffs. The red color of the soil and rocks is caused by iron.
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Last Updated: September 28, 2009 at 16:07 MST