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Horseback riding near Vallejo

Trails and recreation areas near Vallejo open to horseback riding, including horse camps.

5places to ride horses
23 mito the closest
4within 30 miles
October–Junebest months

Good to know: Check trailer parking and stock water at the trailhead, and whether certified weed-free hay is required.

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Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK)

23 mi southwest · National Park Service

Aquatic Park Cove is a vibrantly urban harbor that mimics a natural anchorage and is located on the Pacific shores of one of America's great West Coast cities.

2

Contra Loma Reservoir

24 mi southeast · Bureau of Reclamation

Contra Loma Dam and reservoir are part of the Central Valley Project - Delta Division and offers recreational opportunities for the East Bay area near San Francisco.

3

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

26 mi southwest · National Park Service

Experience a park so rich it supports 19 distinct ecosystems with over 2,000 plant and animal species.

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Within 30 miles (4)

23 mi southwest · National Park Service · Campground

Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK)

Aquatic Park Cove is a vibrantly urban harbor that mimics a natural anchorage and is located on the Pacific shores of one of America's great West Coast cities.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Horseback riding

24 mi southeast · Bureau of Reclamation

Contra Loma Reservoir

Contra Loma Dam and reservoir are part of the Central Valley Project - Delta Division and offers recreational opportunities for the East Bay area near San Francisco.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Picnicking
  • Recreational Vehicles
  • Water sports

26 mi southwest · National Park Service

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Experience a park so rich it supports 19 distinct ecosystems with over 2,000 plant and animal species.

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Horseback riding
  • Picnicking
  • Wildlife viewing

28 mi north · Bureau of Reclamation

Lake Berryessa

Nestled between Blue Ridge and Cedar Roughs, east of the Napa Valley, Lake Berryessa offers year-round recreation opportunities.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Horseback riding
  • Hotel/Lodge/Resort Fs Owned

30 to 75 miles (1)

31 mi west · National Park Service · Campground

Point Reyes National Seashore Campground

Point Reyes National Seashore offers four backcountry hike in campgrounds and thirteen boat in campsites along Tomales Bay. Note: For reservation purposes, our campgrounds are organized under the "loop" column of the reservation grid.

  • Backpacking
  • Biking
  • Birding
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Horse Camping

Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Vallejo. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.

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Questions

Where is the closest place for horseback riding near Vallejo?

Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK) (National Park Service), about 23 miles southwest of Vallejo as the crow flies. Next are Contra Loma Reservoir (24 mi) and Golden Gate National Recreation Area (26 mi).

When is the best time for horseback riding near Vallejo?

Based on Vallejo’s average highs, October–June. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.

Who manages these places?

Federal agencies including National Park Service, Bureau of Reclamation. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.

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