Myakka River
State Park

Horse Trail

The trail takes you across open prairies dotted with numerous small marshes, and through hammocks of cabbage palms and live oak trees.

Deer, turkey, and many kinds of wading birds can often be seen in this area. You may also encounter bobcats, otters, bald eagles, sandhill cranes and alligators.

The total length of the four-loop trail is about 14 miles. Numbered trail markers correspond with the horse trail map.

Download the Horse Trail Brochure.

Please note: Riders must bring their own horses and proof of current negative Coggins test.

Park admission covers the cost of riding the trails but you must register at the Ranger Station.

Under Florida law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to, or the death of, a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities. Chapter 93 - 169. Laws of Florida.