Fort Harrison State Park saddle barn temporarily closed
McCormick’s Creek State Park saddle barn temporarily closed
As we continue our search for new concessionaire contractors, the saddle barns at Fort Harrison State Park and McCormick’s Creek State Park will be temporarily closed.
We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit one of our other saddle barn locations opening soon for the 2026 recreation season. Check back here for updates.
Interested in DNR concessions? Learn more about available opportunities.
Indiana State Park Saddle Barns offer trail rides, pony rides and hay rides. Many offer lessons, scout badges, gift certificates, birthday parties, corporate outings, campfire programs and other services.
Saddle barns are open at least weekends April and May, daily from Memorial Day Weekend through mid-August, then at least on weekends through October. Hours may be extended as weather permits, so call the location you’d like to visit for specific services and hours of operation.
All saddle barns are operated by independent contractors.
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View fees and information for DNR properties that have horse trails and camping areas for horse riding enthusiasts.
Saddle barn locations
- Brown County State Park
Saddle Barn 812-988-8166
MC/Visa accepted.
Children must be 7 years or older to ride the trails.
More information about Brown County State Park.Open 2025 END-OF-SEASON HOURS
Starting Nov. 25, open Friday-Sunday only (weather permitting)
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Call the barn office, 812-988-8166, or visit saddlebarnatbrowncounty.com/ for details when planning your visit. Last day of the 2025 season TBD.Rules Helmets required for all riders younger than age 18.
Trail riders must be age 7 or older.
Staff-guided pony rides offered for ages 2-7.Price $36 - 3.3 miles (60 minutes) $1 discount for cash
$26 - 2.2 miles (35 minutes) $1 discount for cash
$6 per pony ride lap - $1 discount for cash
$16 - 3 pony ride laps - $1 discount for cashHayrides Hayrides will resume spring 2026.
- Fort Harrison State Park
Fort Harrison State Park saddle barn temporarily closed
As we continue our search for a new concessionaire contractor, the saddle barn at Fort Harrison State Park will be temporarily closed. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit one of our other saddle barn locations opening soon for the 2026 recreation season. Check back here for updates.
- McCormick's Creek State Park
McCormick’s Creek State Park saddle barn temporarily closed
As we continue our search for a new concessionaire contractor, the saddle barn at McCormick’s Creek State Park will be temporarily closed. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit one of our other saddle barn locations opening soon for the 2026 recreation season. Check back here for updates.
- Pokagon State Park
260-833-6007
Email: pokagontrailrides@gmail.com
MC/Visa/Am Ex/Disc accepted.
Reservations recommended.
More information about Pokagon State Park.Open April 2 to Memorial Day (weekends only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.)
Memorial Day to Labor Day (daily, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.) (CLOSED Tuesday and Thursday)
Labor Day to Oct. 30 (weekends only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.)Hours See above. Last trail one hour before closing. Price $33 – trail riders must be at least 8 years old and 52 inches tall ($3 discount for cash)
$5 - staff-guided pony rides offered for ages 2-7Hayrides $4 per person - Friday and Saturday
Call for times and /or additional days - Turkey Run State Park
765-597-2280
Reservations recommended for groups.
Personal checks accepted.
More information about Turkey Run State Park.Open April 2 to Oct. 30 (daily) Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Price $25 – trail ride approximately 3 miles
$5– for “parent” assisted pony ridesHayrides $4 per person (reservations suggested)