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Trail Guide
helps to know the rules for sharing the trail
with hikers, cyclists and dogs. Horses have
the right of way on trails, but not everyone
knows what to do when they see a horse.
Communicating with other trail users helps
make the experience smoother.
If you are an experienced trail rider, you
might consider venturing off the Sandy
McNabb into some other connected trails to
push your skills.
Trail systems at Bluerock Wildland
Provincial Park and Mesa Butte offer
more advanced technical trail riding for
equestrians looking to challenge their skills,
as well as their horses.
Trail riding offers an opportunity to take
in the province’s natural beauty and connect
with your horse and other riders. Stay safe
on the trails and enjoy everything Alberta
has to offer this summer.
Watch Alberta Equestrian Federation’s
trail-riding videos for best practices on
safe and fun trails.
Rain slicker
or raincoat
First aid kit
Hat
What’s in your
saddlebag?
Always pack:
Flashlight
or headlamp
Compass
and/or GPS
Map
Water
bottle
Whistle
Bug spray
Layers — be prepared!
Alberta's weather can
change in an instant
Charged phone
or satellite phone
Snacks
Sunscreen
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Alberta Bits Summer 2025