Martins Access
Equestrian Activities at Martins Access
Martin Access includes five miles
of marked horseback riding trails.
The trails wind through woodlands and prairies,
crossing small streams and bringing riders near to the banks of the Little Sioux
River. Riders will enjoy beautiful views and the quiet of birdsong and the wind
in the trees.
Due to the steep terrain and rare
plant communities within the park, horses will not be permitted on trails during
wet conditions, nor may they be ridden off-trail or on trails marked with "no
horses" signs. Riders that do not comply will be asked to leave, and may be assessed a $50 fine
for each offense
Locations
Trailer access is located within the south gate at the Trail Head parking area designated by split rail fence.
Features
In order to preserve these resources for future generations,
trail riders are asked to follow the
"Back Country Horsemen
Commandments"
1. The horseman shall not keep horses longer than it
takes to unpack or pack them in any campsite normally used by other park
users.
2. The horseman shall not tie his stock directly to a
tree.
3. The horseman shall not cut
switchbacks.
4. The horseman shall not leave a fire unattended. (All
fires in the park are restricted to designated steel fire rings in designated
campsites.)
5. The horseman shall properly dispose of all manure,
bailing twine, wire and waste hay in camp areas, trailheads or loading areas.
6. The horseman shall abide by administrative rules and
regulations affecting the area he/she is in.
7. The horseman shall recognize the fragility of the back
country environment and practice minimum impact techniques at all
times.
Hours
- Horse Trails at Martin's Access are closed annually
from October 1 through May 31.
- Day-use only
- Horses are not permitted on trails during wet conditions
Closed
Closed for Winter
