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Horse Riding and Camping

Traveling by horse is a great way to explore Mendocino National Forest's diverse landscapes. Most trails are suitable for both horse and foot travel, although early in the season there may be downfall and wet areas on some trails.

Trail etiquette for multiple use trails calls for horses to have the right-of-way. Hikers should yield to horses. Bicyclists should yield to horses and hikers. Horse riders are responsible for the control of their horse at all times.

Keeping horses in non-designated forest campgrounds and picnic grounds is prohibited.

Horseback Riding

Horseback riding in the Mendocino National Forest provides a mix of scenery and mountain trail riding. Ride through ancient Douglas fir tree stands to high vistas with views across deep river valleys and barren ridge tops.

Horse Camping

Whether it be overnight camping or an extended trail ride by horseback, the Mendocino National Forest will provide you with unique experience. Overnight camping by horseback is a great way to introduce young and old alike to the pleasures of the great outdoors.

Keeping horses in non-designated forest campgrounds and picnic grounds is prohibited.

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Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness

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In the Wintun Indian language, "Yo-la" means "snow covered", and "Bo-li" means "high peak." The second part of this Wilderness' name refers to the headwaters of the Middle Fork Eel River, which…

Yuki Wilderness

Horse Riding and Camping Hiking
The 53,887 acre Yuki Wilderness was established in 2006 by Public Law 109-362, the Northern California Coastal Wild Heritage Wilderness Act. The area has been described as a rugged land containing…

Last updated March 3rd, 2025

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