North Valley Chapter, Oregon Equestrian Trails (non-profit organization)

Hi Everyone,

Please be advised that the Milo McIver State Park equestrian parking area is currently being converted into a temporary fire camp for state wildland fire crews fighting the forest fires in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Expectation is between 500 to 1000 personnel. They will occupy not only the parking lot, but also the entire meadow to the Bat Barn.

Equestrians who wish to ride at the park will be directed to the smaller parking area farther down the hill near the river. This is the old equestrian parking area that is now used by summertime rafters. Because you will be sharing this space with rafters, we recommend visiting the park during the week to ride.

Given the current fire activity this year, this arrangement will likely remain in place until the fire season is over.

Pull forward to the sign

The sign is up. Special Thanks to Finn, Marty and the Park representatives for getting this done. If everyone parks according to the sign. We will be able to maximize the parking lot.

Lots of great information about camping with horses at the clinic today. Different rig setups and the benefits of each, high line and portable corral examples, information about trip planning and trail navigation, safety, how to pack your saddlebags and a special talk on how to go ultralight for overnight camping on the trail. Thanks to the many volunteers who shared their experiences!

Horse Camping and Trail Riding is an Adventure
If you’re looking for advice and tips for horse camping come to our Free Camping Clinic. See at least 4 different camping setups and feel free to ask questions. June 6, 9am to 4 pm at Willamette Mission State Park