Updated 12/4/2025
Please be at the ride at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time to allow for tacking up. If you are going to be late, contact the trail boss or they will not wait for you.
Trail Rules and Regulations
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These rules apply to the regular, slow group. If you go with the fast group, some of these rules are hard to apply - so ride at your own risk! Ride in the group to you and your horses ability.
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Be courteous and respectful at all times. No foul language permitted.
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The Trail Boss is the person in charge on the ride. Be sure to check in with the Trail Boss and sign the roster sheet along with any applicable release forms.
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Be saddled and ready (release signed etc.) at the time listed for the ride—don’t keep everyone waiting.
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Do not move out until all are mounted.
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If your horse kicks, put a red ribbon in its tail. If riding a stallion, he should have a yellow ribbon in his tail and forelock.
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Maintain a safe distance from other horses. Keep at least a horse’s length between you and the horse in front of you at all times, especially going up and down hill.
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Do not pass the trail boss without permission.
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Club members are responsible for any guests they bring. They should ensure the guest has signed a release and introduce the guest to the trail boss.
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Your horse should be tied to your trailer with a quick release knot. No hobbles or ground ties permitted.
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No riding double.
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No smoking on trails except at areas designated by the trail boss.
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Children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or sponsor.
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Cantering will be controlled and at the discretion of the trail boss.
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Ask for permission to pass slower horses. Do not trot or canter up to or past other riders.
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If crossing water, do not stop immediately in front of other horses to water your horse. Try to find a spot either above or below the water crossing. If your horse won’t cross the water move out of the way so that other riders may cross and follow someone whose horse willingly goes through.
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No foul language and be respectful of other riders.
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Last but not least, relax and enjoy your ride, the company of your mount and your fellow club members!
Upcoming Trail Rides
Ride Challenge Dates:
Fortunate 500 - November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026- Cost: $30.00
T-Shirt 200 Challenge - April 25, 2026 to October 25, 2026 - Cost: $20.00
A non-member can ride with us two times ($1 charge) before they must become a member. Applications are not taken at the ride - you must mail them or sign up online.
In case of inclement weather, monitor the website or Facebook. You can also call the Trail Boss to see if the ride is still on.​​​​
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If everyone that had RSVP'd for the ride is at the trailhead and ready to go at 15 minutes to the ride start time - then they are clear to leave. If you are running late and didn't RSVP - then you should call the trail boss so you don't get left.
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Sunday, April 5 11am
Dawson Butte
Where: Dawson Butte Ride
Ride Time: 2-3 hours
Trail Boss: Torre Leahy
When: Sun, April 5- ready to ride at 11am
Directions: 1923 Tomah Road, Castle Rock. From I-25, take the Tomah Road Exit, Turn right/north onto the frontage road, turn left/west at Tomah Road; follow 1.5 miles to the Dawson Butte Ranch entrance on the right.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Parking may be an issue - Runners, Bicycles, Strollers, Dogs
Saturday, April 11 11am
Lincoln Mountain
Where: Lincoln Mountain Ride
Trail Boss: Jasmine Fine 7197498329
Ride Time: 2-3 hours
When: Sat, April 11 - ready to ride at 11am
Directions: 7333 Jones Road in southern Douglas County, is .6 miles west of State Highway 83 on Jones Road, 18 miles south of Franktown, CO.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: 4.2 miles round trip (if you do the upper loop too it is longer) - Bicycles, dogs, hikers, runners, no water crossings
Saturday, April 18 11am
Sandstone Open Space
Where: Sandstone Ranch Open Space
Ride time: 3-4 hours
Trail Boss: Celeste Aragon 719-641-9763
When: Saturday, April 18 - Ready to ride at 11am
Directions:
9605 S Perry Park Rd, Larkspur, CO 80118
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Bicycles, Joggers, rolling hills, some gates to open
Website: https://www.douglas.co.us/open-space-natural-resources/properties/sandstone-ranch/
Sunday, May 3 10am
Spruce Mountain
Where: Spruce Mountain
Trail Boss: STILL NEEDED
When: Sun, May 3– ready to ride at 10:00am
Directions: From I-25, take the Greenland Exit (167) to the west and travel ¼ mile west on Greenland Road and ½ mile south. Bypass the Greenland Trailhead and continue right on the main gravel road (Noe Road) over two sets of railroad tracks. Park at the Spruce meadows parking lot on your left we will then ride the 2-mile trail to Spruce Mountain.
Trail Difficulty: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Shoes: Recommended but not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Dogs, Hikers, Bicycles, there are no water crossings, 8 – 10 miles round trip
Ride Time: 3-4 hours.
Saturday, May 9 9am trash pick-up - ride after
Black Forest Section 16
Where: Section 16
Trail Boss: Nancy Reinhardt 719-339-9319
Ride Time: 2-3 hours.
When: Sat, May 9 – ready to ride at after the trash pick up at 9am
Directions: 8510 Burgess Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80908
Drive west on Woodman road. Turn right on Black Forest Road and then immediately right on Vollmer Road. Drive for 4.5 miles and then turn left on Burgess Road.
The parking lot will be on your right.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Dogs, Hikers, Bicycles, no water crossings, 4 miles around the loop
FIRST WNR Wed, May 13 6:30pm
Homestead Park
Where: Homestead Park
Trail Boss: Nancy Reinhardt 719-339-9319
When: Wed, May 13 – ready to ride at 6:30pm
Directions: 16444 Gollihar Road., Peyton, CO 8031
Homestead Ranch Regional Park can be reached from Interstate 25, exit 139 (Hwy 24-toward Limon/Airport) or ext 149 (Woodmen Road). From Woodmen turn Left onto US-24 to Elbert Highway; left on Elbert Highway to Sweet road; Right on Sweet to Gollihar Road; left on Gollihar Road and the park with be approximately 1/5 mile north to Park Entrance.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Bicycles, joggers, dogs, wind mill.
Sunday, May 17 10am
Sandstone Open Space
Where: Sandstone Ranch Open Space
Ride time: 3-4 hours
Trail Boss: Nancy Reinhardt 719-339-9319
When: Sunday, May 17 - Ready to ride at 10am
Directions:
9605 S Perry Park Rd, Larkspur, CO 80118
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Bicycles, Joggers, rolling hills, some gates to open
Website: https://www.douglas.co.us/open-space-natural-resources/properties/sandstone-ranch/
WNR Wed, May 20 6:30pm
Pineries Short Loop 3.3 miles
​Where: Pineries
Ride time: 1.5 - 2 hours
Trail Boss: Nancy Reinhardt 719-339-9319
When: Wed, May 20 – Ready to ride at 6:30pm
Directions: 13201 Vollmer Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908
Parking to the right of the cars.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Bikes and hikers. Leashed dogs. Two narrow foot bridges. This will be the short 3 mile loop.
Saturday, May 23 10am
Dawson Butte
Where: Dawson Butte Ride
Ride Time: 2-3 hours
Trail Boss: STILL NEEDED
When: Sat, May 23- ready to ride at 10am
Directions: 1923 Tomah Road, Castle Rock. From I-25, take the Tomah Road Exit, Turn right/north onto the frontage road, turn left/west at Tomah Road; follow 1.5 miles to the Dawson Butte Ranch entrance on the right.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Parking may be an issue - Runners, Bicycles, Strollers, Dogs
Monday, May 25 10am
Hidden Mesa
Where: Hidden Mesa Open Space
Ride Time: 3-4 hours
Trail Boss: Celeste Aragon 719-641-9763
When: Monday, May 23rd, Ready to Ride at 10am
Directions: Travel one mile north of Franktown on Parker Road (Hwy. 83). It is on the west/left side with a large Hidden Mesa Open Space sign.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Recommended but not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Hikers, runners, dogs, water crossings, bicycles.
https://www.douglas.co.us/dcoutdoors/openspace-properties/hidden-mesa-open-space-and-trail/
WNR Wed, May 27 6:30pm
Fox Run
Where: Fox Run Regional Park
Trail Boss: STILL NEEDED
Ride time: 1.5 -2 hours
When: Wednesday, May 27, Ready to Ride at 6:30pm
Directions: 2110 Stella Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921 -- The park can be reached from Highway 24, North on Highway 83; west on Northgate Road for .5 mile; north on Roller Coaster Road 1.5 miles to Stella Drive.
Trail Difficulty: Beginner
Shoes: Not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Bicycles, dogs, hikers, runners, no water crossings, possibly kites
Saturday, May 30 10am
Mueller State Park
Where: Mueller State Park $10 per vehicle fee
Trail Boss: STILL NEEDED
Ride Time: 4-5 hours.
When: Saturday, May 30th – ready to ride at 10am
Directions: 21045 Highway 67 South, Divide, CO 80814
Take U.S. 24 west (Cimarron) from Colorado Springs for 25 miles through Woodland Park to the town of Divide. Turn left onto Highway 67 South for 3.5 miles.
Trail Difficulty: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate (only because of the length)
Shoes: Recommended but not required
Notables from the Trail Boss: Dogs, Hikers, Bicycles, there are no water crossings, 12-14 miles round trip