Weekend Horse Camping in North Georgia

The North Georgia mountains are a natural fit for a weekend with your horse. A little planning makes the trip smoother for you and your animal. This checklist covers the basics of horse camping in North Georgia.

Before you go

• Check the rules. Public lands and private campgrounds each have their own rules on horses, trails, tie lines and fees. Confirm before you travel.
• Paperwork. Carry a current negative Coggins test and any health certificate for each animal.
• Practice trailering. A horse that loads and travels calmly makes the whole trip easier.
• Know the terrain. Hilly, wet or rocky trails call for fitness and sure-footedness. Build up gradually.

What to pack

• Water and buckets, and feed and hay for the whole trip plus extra
• Tie lines, a highline or portable corral
• A basic equine first-aid kit and your vet's number
• Lights, rain gear and spare halters and lead ropes

Prepare your horse for the trail

Trails bring surprises. Practicing with tarps, flags and bridges in a safe place helps. See 25 trail obstacles every horse should master.

Add an obstacle course day

If your weekend lines up with the second Saturday of the month, you can spend a morning or afternoon on our indoor obstacle course in Clarkesville. See the dates.

Need a stall for the night?

We offer short-term horse hotel stays and stall rentals. Contact us for availability and rates.