McCormick’s Creek State Park saddle barn temporarily closed
As we continue tornado recovery efforts at McCormick’s Creek State Park, the saddle barn will be closed during the 2024 season for pasture restoration and barn maintenance.
Fort Harrison State Park saddle barn opening delayed
The 2024 season opening of the saddle barn at Fort Harrison State Park will be delayed until May 1.
We apologize for these inconveniences. Please visit one of our other saddle barn locations opening in April for the 2024 recreation season. Check back here for updates.
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 Wednesday—Monday (CLOSED Tuesday)
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Season ends Nov. 10Rules 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 Friday & Saturday
Hayrides leave from camp store at 7 p.m.
$5 per person (cash only) - Children 3 years of age and younger ride free. - Fort Harrison State Park
The 2024 season opening of the saddle barn at Fort Harrison State Park will be delayed until May 1.
We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit one of our other saddle barn locations opening in April for the 2024 recreation season. Check back here for updates.
Saddle barn phone: 317-541-1866
- McCormick's Creek State Park
As we continue tornado recovery efforts at McCormick’s Creek State Park, the saddle barn will be closed during the 2024 season for pasture restoration and barn maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit one of our other saddle barn locations opening in April for the 2024 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.)
Labor Day to Oct. 30 (weekends only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.)Hours See above. Last trail one hour before closing. Price $30 – trail riders must be at least 8 years old and 52 inches tall
$5 - Pony ridesHayrides $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)