Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a total “city slicker” looking to trade your heels for boots, these horse treks promise fresh air, scenic views and fun adventure – all just an hour from Brisbane.
Take a Guided Trek
Nash Horse Trekking delivers guided tours to suit all skill levels. Joined by an experienced guide, you will explore the Australian bushland, trek through Somerset’s valleys and spot native wildlife.
Choose from single day tours or their holiday treks and camps.
Explore the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, take a moonlight pub ride or go all in with their Cowgirl Camp, a multi-day experience involving training to learn the basics of roping, camping under the stars and a trek along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.
Have Steed and Will Ride
Keen to saddle up your own horse and explore Somerset and the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail at your own pace? The region is home to scenic parks and forests, ideal for your own horse-riding adventure.
Wivenhoe Hill Trails
A 16km trail network is the perfect way to explore Lake Wivenhoe. With four trails, there is plenty of opportunity to spot local wildlife including, whiptail wallabies, koalas, whistling kites, red fairy wrens and grey fantails.
Jimna State Forest
Ride along the state forest roads throughout Jimna State Forest and the horse trail network. Horses are allowed overnight in the house paddock beside Peach Trees camping area.
Benarkin State Forest
A scenic forest drive leads through rainforest, hoop pine plantations and eucalyptus forests. The Brisbane Valley Rail trail and Bicentennial National Trail pass through this forest.
Keen to discover more adventures in Somerset?
