Montana has plenty of backcountry to be explored on horseback that is otherwise inaccessible to those who have limited time and are on foot. Locally, one can find places to ride a horse in the Rattlesnake Recreation Area on the north end of town or up on Blue Mountain at the south end. If you are looking for horseback riding excursions in the Missoula area, or Montana in general, the following links will serve as a great resource.
Dunrovin Ranch
Montana is high, wider, and more beautiful from the back of a horse! Let Dunrovin Ranch put you in the saddle and show you the real Montana. Dunrovin Ranch is a little slice of paradise along the Bitterroot River – minutes from down town Missoula, yet worlds away from city life. Dunrovin is much more than your typical guest ranch. We are a little ranch with a big heart and big ideas!
U.S. Forest Service - Useful information pertaining to land use rights, individual forest websites, and access.
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks - Extensive information about the state of Montana, its forests, public and private lands, land usage rights, and outdoor recreational activities.
Back Country Horsemen of Montana - This organization works with public agencies to ensure that public lands remain open to recreational stock use, and assistance with maintenance and public lands management.
State Trust Lands Overnight Horse Use - A special Recreational Use License, available only from the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation(DNRC) offices, is required for an overnight stay with horses on State Trust Land.
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