Trail Riding, Horse Camping & Backcountry Riding in Boise, Idaho
“We help you become a better, more confident horse owner—so please read on.”
Do you love horseback riding, wide-open trails, and Idaho’s backcountry?
Join the Back Country Horsemen of Boise (BBCH)—where riding meets purpose.
We are a community of riders, packers, and outdoor enthusiasts dedicated to keeping public lands open for horses and mules.
We organize trail riding in Boise Idaho and horse camping trips throughout the Idaho backcountry.
🐎 What We Offer
- Trail riding in Boise, Idaho and the Treasure Valley
- Horse camping in the Idaho backcountry
- Monthly group rides and events
- Training clinics and packing skills
- Volunteer opportunities (optional)
- A strong community of horsemen and horsewomen
🌲 Our Mission
As part of the Back Country Horsemen of America and Back Country Horsemen of Idaho, we work to:
- Keep public trails open and accessible
- Preserve Idaho’s backcountry through responsible riding
- Support trail maintenance and wilderness projects
- Teach horse care, packing, and backcountry safety
- Protect the future of equestrian access to public lands
📍 Where We Ride
Based in Meridian, Idaho, we serve:
- Boise
- Treasure Valley
- Southwest Idaho
- Surrounding public lands and trail systems
🤠 Who Should Join?
- Experienced riders
- Beginners learning horse ownership
- Families and youth
- Anyone who loves trail riding or horse camping in Idaho
You don’t have to volunteer—we typically do 1–2 work projects per year, and the rest is riding, learning, and enjoying your horse.
🌄 Why Join Back Country Horsemen of Boise?
- Meet like-minded horse owners
- Discover new Idaho trails and camping spots
- Learn real-world backcountry riding skills
- Help protect access to public lands
- Be part of something that actually matters
📅 Meetings & Events
📍 Location: Idaho Pizza Company – Meridian, Idaho
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📆 When: Second Tuesday of each month
We also host:
- Trail rides
- Clinics
- Volunteer trail projects
- Social events
🧭 Explore More
- Trail Riding in Boise → Trail Page
- Horse Camping Maps → Maps Page
- What We Do → About Page
🌟 About Back Country Horsemen
The Back Country Horsemen of America has over 13,000 members across the U.S. and Canada, organized into local chapters like Boise Back Country Horsemen (BBCH).
Our local chapter works with surrounding groups including:
- Squaw Butte Chapter
- Treasure Valley Chapter
Together, we maintain trails, support land agencies, and promote responsible horse use.
🐴 Join Us
Membership is open to anyone who enjoys riding public lands and wants to help preserve access for future generations.
👉 Come to a meeting
👉 Join a ride
👉 Bring your family
We’re more than a club—we’re a community.
🌄 Ride With Purpose
Ride with the Back Country Horsemen of Boise.
Your first ride is just the beginning.
Come ride with me!
As Part of the Back Country Horsemen of America, view what we are about. BCHA Overview
