Last updated: May 21, 2026
Thing to Do
Horseback Riding in Rock Creek Park
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Horseback riding lessons are available at the Rock Creek Park Horse Center.
There are 13 miles of bridle trails in Rock Creek Park for equestrians to use on their own, separate from activities offered by the Horse Center.
There are 13 miles of bridle trails in Rock Creek Park for equestrians to use on their own, separate from activities offered by the Horse Center.
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Activity
Horseback Riding
The Horse Center offers riding lessons, summer camps, and therapeutic riding. There are 13 miles of bridle trails in Rock Creek Park for equestrians to use on their own, separate from activities offered by the Horse Center.
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
Yes
Information on fees is available at the Rock Creek Park Horse Center website.
Location
Rock Creek Park Horse Center
The Rock Creek Park Horse Center is located between the Rock Creek Park Nature Center and the Rock Creek Park Maintenance Yard. The facility has a large stable, an indoor barn and several outdoor riding rings that can be used for lessons and turning the horses out. The stables and barns are off limits to the public.
Reservations
Yes
For more information about reservations, visit the Rock Creek Park Horse Center website or contact them by phone at 202-362-0117.
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility Information
Accessibility information is available at the Rock Creek Park Horse Center website.