Come celebrate the New Year with a First Day Horseback Ride!  Join Ranger Staff and members of Oregon Equestrian Trails for a trail ride at Elijah Bristow State Park!

Where: Elijah Bristow State Park – 38263 Wheeler Road Dexter, OR 97431. Meet at the equestrian parking lot. This address may direct you to the main entrance of the park, equestrian lot is located ¼ mile west of main entrance on Wheeler Road.

When: January 1st at 11am – 2pm. Gather at 11am. In the saddle by noon.

What: This ride will travel through open meadows, lush forests, and along the Middle Fork of the Willamette River.  The trail ride is easy to moderate on a flat, compacted gravel and dirt surface. Some water and warm beverages will be provided.

*Important Notes* – Riders must provide their own horse, mule, gear, etc. Dress for the weather, it can be cold and wet this time of year.

This event is free but a parking permit is required. Day parking permits are $10, yearly parking permits are $60 and both are available for purchase via QR code at the park.

Please leave dogs at home.

For more info contact Ranger Steve Hancock at 541-912-2047 or steve.hancock@oprd.oregon.gov