| Horse Use In National Forests |
| | San Juan National Forest | | The San Juan National Forest encompass some 2.5 million acres. This terrain ranges from high-desert mesas to alpine peaks, with many recreational opportunities. | |
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| Horse Use In State Parks |
| | Mancos State Park | | This state park encompasses 338 acres surrounding Jackson Gulch Dam and Reservoir. Mancos Lake is the recreation focus of the park. | |
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| Horse Use In Wilderness Areas |
| | Weminuche Wilderness Area | | Here is Colorado backpacking at its best - but most crowded. There are close to 500 miles of trails within the wilderness. This wilderness is open to hikers. These areas are habitats for elk, moose, mountain goat and deer for which sightings are common. This area also supports a predator population or black bear, mountain lion and coyote. | |
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| Trails |
| | Black Bear Trail | | This 1.9 mile trail is located within the Mancos State Park. It is rated as "moderate" and has an elevation of 7,800 feet. This trail sees low usage. | |
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| | Colorado Trail #1776 | | The Colorado Trail connects 500 miles of Colorado's mountainsides. It crosses eight mountain ranges, seven national forests, six wilderness areas and five river systems. The trail winds from wild rugged terrain to serene and pristine surroundings. | |
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| | Mountain Lion Trail | | This 0.6 mile trail is located within the Mancos State Park. It is rated as "easy" and has an elevation of 7,800 feet. This trail sees low usage. | |
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