HORSING AROUND

Churchill County is horse country and the has one of the highest horse- per-capita ratios in the West. The county also offers some of the most beautiful high desert scenery in the country which makes horseback riding an ideal way to get out and experience the area's outdoor splendor.

Visitors with their own horses can board them in covered stalls at the Churchill County Fairgrounds when a rodeo or other horse-related event is not taking place and using all of the facility's stalls. Call ahead to make sure there is space available, (775) 423.7733. You may board your horse for up to ten days. The fee is just $12 per night or $7 per night if you clean the stall. The fairgrounds does not provide shavings or feed, its boarding only. If you’re looking for a longer period of time to board your horse, ask fairgrounds personnel for a list of private boarders.

Visitors without their own horse can enjoy a horseback ride from Flying M Stable. Flying M offers breakfast rides, chuckwagon barbecues, and other services for those looking for an authentic western experience. Novice or beginning riders can take classes at Flying M as well. The number for Flying M is (775) 423-9215.

Dankae Arabians, (775) 423-5185, also provides horse riding lessons.

Riders that know the area can travel to a variety of well known recreational spots in the county including Grimes Point Petroglyph Trail, Lee Hot Springs, Indian Lakes, and Lake Lahontan.