Horse Trail

Hiking/Horse Trails

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, Inc. (FENCE)

Description: FENCE is a non-profit organization that offers access to its land and services for nature education and outdoor recreation. The property consists of approximately 300 acres and is located on the South Carolina/North Carolina border, just off I-26. Certain designated parts of the property are open to trail riders. Other trails are reserved for hikers and for outdoor nature study classes. FENCE includes a well-known Equestrian Center for competitive events for hunter/jumpers, for dressage, and for combined training, and also annually hosts the Block House Steeplechase. FENCE also promotes nature study through its wildlife programs which include seasonal birdwalks, environmental education classes, herb workshops, and programs for children and young adults.

Length: Approx. 3.0 miles of designated equestrian trails. Open meadows, ridges and fields may also be crossed on horseback.

Fees: No fee for use of trails on FENCE property. Riders, however, are invited to become “Friends of FENCE” for an annual $30 individual, or $40 family, tax-deductible contribution. Please note that riders are *not* permitted on trails adjacent to FENCE, which are over private property, without an annual membership fee paid to the Foothills Equestrian Trails Association (FETA). For information about FETA membership, call 828-859-9021, ext. 21.

Directions: From Exit 1 on I-26 at Landrum, drive towards Landrum. Go approximately 1 mile to Bomar Road on the right (look for a L’il Cricket on the corner). Go one short block and turn right on Prince Road. Follow Prince Road for approx. 1.5 miles to Hunting Country Road. Turn left and proceed about one mile to FENCE. Trailer parking is on the left, just past the main entrance on your right.

Hours: FENCE is open during daylight hours (9-5).

Camping: No camping.

Information: Contact FENCE, 500 Hunting County Road, Tryon, NC, 28782. Telephone: 828-859-9021.