6-D. Horses and Pack Animals

PATC Policy

Horses and pack animals are prohibited on the Tuscarora Trail on land owned by PATC where the trail is constructed and meant for foot travel only. Horses and pack animals are permitted on some trails used by the Tuscarora Trail, such as those in the Jefferson & George Washington National Forest.

Partners’ Policies

USDA Forest Service

Jefferson & George Washington National Forest

The Lee Ranger District permits horses on all trails.

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Bureaus of Forestry and State Parks

The Bureau of State Parks declares “Horses are permitted on the right side of state recreation area roads open to motor vehicles and designated horseback riding trails and areas.”

West Virginia

Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area

Horses are permitted on trails that are red–blazed. The Tuscarora Trail coexists in the management area with several red-blazed trails.