Churchill County is horse country and has one of the highest horse-per-capita ratios in the West. The county also offers some of the most beautiful high desert scenery in the country which makes horseback riding an ideal way to get out and experience the area’s outdoor splendor.
Visitors with their own horses can board them in covered stalls at the Churchill County Fairgrounds when a rodeo or other horse-related event is not taking place and using all of the facility’s stalls. Call ahead to make sure there is space available, 775.423.7733. You may board your horse for up to ten days. The fee is $15.00 for the first day and $7.00 for each day following (includes cleaning) or $7.00 per day if renter cleans after each use. The fairgrounds does not provide shavings or feed; it is boarding only. If you’re looking for a longer period of time to board your horse, ask fairgrounds personnel for a list of private boarders.
Dankae Arabians, 775.423.5158, also provides riding lessons.
Riders that know the area can travel to a variety of well known recreational spots in the county including Grimes Point Petroglyph Trail, Lee Hot Springs, Indian Lakes and Lake Lahontan. |
