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Pike County Horse Trail System   [ MAP ]
2028 Lick Creek Rd.
Pikeville,KY 41544
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Website: http://www.tourpikecounty.com/pikeville-pike-county-horse-trails/
Phone: 800-844-7453

Approximately 30 miles of horse trails, looped trail system with options for rides of various lengths, primitive camping area and picninc areas

The South Lake Trail System at Fishtrap Lake offers dozens of miles of trails for horseback riders. With jsut over 30 miles of trails completed, this looped trail system has plenty of riding for horse enthuasists. A primitive camping area has been established at the conjunction of three of the trails, and there are also other areas for picnics and rest stops. This trail system hosts two popular trail rides every year, one in the spring and one in the fall that continue to grow in popularity. Located in the Lick Creek community, this trail system is open year round with the exception of the fall, firearms hunting season.

The Pike County Horse Trail, formally South Lake Horse Trail, is a rider’s mountain heaven, featuring a series of interconnected trails that make for a truly unique experience, as well as lush scenery, a camp ground and picnic area. Twice a year, Pike County holds an official trail ride that draws hundreds of horseback riding enthusiasts with their horses in tow into the beautiful mountains of Pike County for a day of fun. For riders, its all about options and variety. With a multitude of different paths to take, it is no wonder that attendance is growing by the hundreds each trail ride.

Prepare for Your Ride
What to Bring Riders must provide their own horses. It is also a good idea to bring water, lunch and a map of the trail. Trail maps can be downloaded below, or mailed by request. Contact Pike County Tourism at (800) 844-7453. When to Ride Visitors may enjoy the Pike County Horse Trail at any time other than designated hunting seasons. For more about the Pike County Horse Trail, call: (800) 844-7453. Directions The Pike County Horse Trail is located in Lick Creek, KY 41540. Travel past Lick Creek Park and cross the bridge. Parking is located on the left. A Pike County Deputy will be guiding parking during official trail ride events.

Trail System Details
Please remember the following when planning your trail ride experience:
• No motorized vehicles are allowed on trail system.
• Visitors must provide their own horses.
• For official trail ride events, be sure to arrive early for best parking.
• These trails are unmarked.

Bob Amos Horse Trail of Pikeville
Bob Amos Park of Pikeville now features a 2.3 mile horse trail, complete with a stable that rents horses. This is perfect for visitors who would like to try horseback riding, but can’t satisfy the BYOH (bring-your-own-horse) requirements of many other trails. Bob Amos Park also features a wealth of other activities, such as hiking, biking, paintball, RV camping and more.