Horse Creek
21 mi east · US Army Corps of Engineers
Horse Creek Campground is located on the Kaweah River in the foothills of central California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Terminus Dam on Kaweah Lake is three miles east of Lemon Cove, CA.
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Horseback riding near Visalia
Trails and recreation areas near Visalia open to horseback riding, including horse camps.
14places to ride horses
21 mito the closest
4within 30 miles
October–Maybest months
Good to know: Check trailer parking and stock water at the trailhead, and whether certified weed-free hay is required.
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Case Mountain Extensive Recreation Management Area
27 mi east · Bureau of Land Management
Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Case Mountain offers a stunning natural escape for outdoor enthusiasts.
Success Lake
29 mi southeast · US Army Corps of Engineers
At the southern end of the Central Valley, this scenic setting with the Sierra Nevada in the background provides great fishing and boating pleasure for the visitor. From Porterville, 5 mi E on CA 190
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Horse Creek
Horse Creek Campground is located on the Kaweah River in the foothills of central California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Terminus Dam on Kaweah Lake is three miles east of Lemon Cove, CA.
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Information Site
Case Mountain Extensive Recreation Management Area
Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Case Mountain offers a stunning natural escape for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Biking
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
Success Lake
At the southern end of the Central Valley, this scenic setting with the Sierra Nevada in the background provides great fishing and boating pleasure for the visitor. From Porterville, 5 mi E on CA 190
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Horseback riding
- Nature education
- Picnicking
- Water sports
- Wildlife viewing
Tule
Tule Campground is located at Success Lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills just 8 miles east of Porterville, California. A variety of outdoor recreational activities abound, including boating, kayaking and fishing.
- Accessible Swimming
- Amphitheater
- Backpacking
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
30 to 75 miles (10)
Crystal Springs Campground Mid-Sized Group Sites
Crystal Springs campground is centrally located in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California's rugged Sierra Nevada range. This mid-sized group campground is at an elevation of 6,500 feet.
- Camping
- Horseback riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
- Ranger programs
Sunset Campground (Ca)
Sunset campground is centrally located in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California's rugged Sierra Nevada range. This campground is at an elevation of 6,500 feet.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Ranger programs
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees exemplify the diversity of landscapes, life, and beauty here.
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
Millerton Lake
Friant Dam on the San Joaquin River, forms Millerton Lake. The dam and lake are features of the Central Valley Project - Friant Division .
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horseback riding
San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area
NOTICE: Between February 2nd to February 12th, high water flows and potential flow fluctuations are expected in the San Joaquin River below the Kerckhoff Dam. The BLM advises all visitors to stay out of the water during this time.
- Camping
- Horse Camping
Sequoia National Forest
- Biking
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Off-highway vehicles
Curry Mountain
Parking access onto nearly 1,800 acres of Bureau of Land Management property in this area is provided through an easement from the California Department of Fish and Game.
- Biking
- Camping
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
- Photography
- Wildlife viewing
Coalinga Mineral Springs
The Coalinga Mineral Springs National Recreation Trail was designated under the National Recreation Trails System Act in 1981. The trail is located on the scenic southern tip of the Diablo Mountains.
- Biking
- Camping
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
- Photography
- Wildlife viewing
Mobius Arch Loop Trail
Located within the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area, photographers come from all over the country to capture this amazing view.
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Nature education
- Photography
- Ranger programs
- Wildlife viewing
Movie Road
The rounded contours of the Alabamas form a sharp contrast between the glacially chiseled ridges of the Sierra peaks to the west. Both geologic features were shaped by the same uplifting occurring 100 million years ago.
- Biking
- Camping
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Nature education
- Photography
- Ranger programs
- Wildlife viewing
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Visalia. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for horseback riding near Visalia?
Horse Creek (US Army Corps of Engineers), about 21 miles east of Visalia as the crow flies. Next are Case Mountain Extensive Recreation Management Area (27 mi) and Success Lake (29 mi).
When is the best time for horseback riding near Visalia?
Based on Visalia’s average highs, October–May. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including Bureau of Land Management, US Army Corps of Engineers, National Park Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.