Horseback Riding near Angels Camp

The Angels Camp area offers many options for those who like to see the sites on horseback. Beauty awaits you as you take to the trails of the Stanislaus National Forest. There are many rides in the foothills as well as the high country. There are also organized rides with local Equestrian Centers and Pack Outfitters.

Copper Creek Equestrian Ranch
3100 Little John Road
Copperopolis
(209) 785-5669

Quality full service horse boarding, riding lessons, training for horses and riders of all ages, ranch rides. Resident trainer specializes in Hunter/Jumpers, behavioral training and beginning western lessons. Call for details on H/J clinics, special events and gymkhanas.

Copper Valley Trail Company
We offer guided horseback riding rentals and lessons in the beautiful Copperopolis foothills. Our horses are enjoyable to ride and safe for riders of all experience levels.

Maps and information can be obtained at:
Calaveras Ranger Station
Little John Rd
Copperopolis
(209) 785-9801

Calaveras Ranger District
(Highway 4
Hathaway Pines
(209) 795-1381

Bear Valley - Lake Alpine (4 miles)
This trail runs between the east end of Lake Alpine and the community of Bear Valley. Along the lakeshore, the trail is paved and wheelchair accessible. West of the lake, the trail reverts to native surface as it meanders through the forest, hooking up with a portion of the historic Emigrant-West pioneer route. The trail is open to hikers, bicyclists, and equestrians.