Contra Loma Reservoir
13 mi east · Bureau of Reclamation
Contra Loma Dam and reservoir are part of the Central Valley Project - Delta Division and offers recreational opportunities for the East Bay area near San Francisco.
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Horseback riding near Walnut Creek
Trails and recreation areas near Walnut Creek open to horseback riding, including horse camps.
5places to ride horses
13 mito the closest
2within 30 miles
October–Junebest months
Good to know: Check trailer parking and stock water at the trailhead, and whether certified weed-free hay is required.
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Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK)
22 mi west · National Park Service
Aquatic Park Cove is a vibrantly urban harbor that mimics a natural anchorage and is located on the Pacific shores of one of America's great West Coast cities.
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
31 mi west · National Park Service
Experience a park so rich it supports 19 distinct ecosystems with over 2,000 plant and animal species.
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Contra Loma Reservoir
Contra Loma Dam and reservoir are part of the Central Valley Project - Delta Division and offers recreational opportunities for the East Bay area near San Francisco.
- Biking
- Boating
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Recreational Vehicles
- Water sports
Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK)
Aquatic Park Cove is a vibrantly urban harbor that mimics a natural anchorage and is located on the Pacific shores of one of America's great West Coast cities.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horseback riding
30 to 75 miles (3)
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Experience a park so rich it supports 19 distinct ecosystems with over 2,000 plant and animal species.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
Lake Berryessa
Nestled between Blue Ridge and Cedar Roughs, east of the Napa Valley, Lake Berryessa offers year-round recreation opportunities.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horseback riding
- Hotel/Lodge/Resort Fs Owned
Point Reyes National Seashore Campground
Point Reyes National Seashore offers four backcountry hike in campgrounds and thirteen boat in campsites along Tomales Bay. Note: For reservation purposes, our campgrounds are organized under the "loop" column of the reservation grid.
- Backpacking
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Hiking
- History
- Horse Camping
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Walnut Creek. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for horseback riding near Walnut Creek?
Contra Loma Reservoir (Bureau of Reclamation), about 13 miles east of Walnut Creek as the crow flies. Next are Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK) (22 mi) and Golden Gate National Recreation Area (31 mi).
When is the best time for horseback riding near Walnut Creek?
Based on Walnut Creek’s average highs, October–June. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including National Park Service, Bureau of Reclamation. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.