Last updated: May 9, 2025
Thing to Do
Horseback Riding in Rock Creek Park
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For the horseback rider, 13 miles of dirt and gravel bridle paths crisscross the park. Horseback riding lessons and guided trail rides are available at the Rock Creek Park Horse Center.
Details
Activity
Horseback Riding
The Horse Center offers riding lessons, trail rides, pony rides, summer camps, and therapeutic riding and has access to bridle trails. There are 13 miles of dirt bridle trails for equestrians to use.
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 on reservations visit the Rock Creek 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 Horse Center website