William B. Umstead State Park Information

William B. Umstead State Park
Equestrian Trail Information
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William B. Umstead State Park, Raleigh, NC

DAY USE ONLY

William B. Umstead State Park offers 13 miles of bridle trails tucked between the cities of Raleigh, Cary, Durham. Adjacent to the park is the Raleigh Durham International Airport so expect to hear jet noise as you ride.

Ride along the 13 miles of trails that wander through pine and hardwood forest in some of the most scenic and secluded parts of the park. Signs mark the equestrian trails. Horses are restricted to these trails and are not permitted in other areas of the park, including hiking trails.

Bridle trailhead parking is available on Sycamore Road past Maple Hill Lodge.

All visitors with horses must be able to provide proof of a negative equine infectious anemia (Coggins) test while visiting North Carolina State Parks. All equestrians must check in at the Visitor Center prior to riding on the multiuse trails.

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Information on horse trails, horse camps and camping and hiking paths for horseback riders, and hikers at the William B. Umstead State Park, near Raleigh, Durham and Cary, North Carolina

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