Rules and Regulations

Rules & Regulations

• Park Riding Hours Are 7:00am to 30 minutes before sunset
• All animals shall enter the park with a current negative coggins and current health certificate.  Proof required upon registration.
• Always sign in and out at the Stables when arriving to ride here at Shelby Trails Park.  This is for your safety and gives us a count for trail usage for future plans and funding.
• Park your horse trailer and vehicles in grass area out in front of the stables.
• Always ride with a partner. DO NOT RIDE ALONE for safety reasons.  Please carry a cell phone in case of an emergency.
• Stay on mowed and /or marked trails in forested areas.
• DO NOT RIDE in hay fields or native grass areas.
• Watch for holes, dips and obstacles while riding.
• Water troughs are available at stables and Webb Road rest areas.
• Ride at a slow pace so you become familiar with the park and surroundings.
• Remember, Shelbyville-Shelby County Parks Board is not responsible for accidents or injury to you, your horse or personal property. State Recreation Law applies. This is a privilege to ride on park property. Do not abuse this privilege.
• Pets must always be on a leash of 6 feet or less and under physical control while in the park.
• No private individual is entitled to use the park for their own personal capital gain.  (Charging others for trail riding or lessons on park property)
• No alcoholic beverages allowed.