Code of practice for horse riding in parks

This is a guide for horse riders and horse enthusiasts about riding in parks. It gives an overview of safe practices to avoid environmental damage, camping and driving with horses, group events and where to obtain more information.

Code of practice for horse riding in parks cover
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Date
1 October 2014
Publisher
Office of Environment and Heritage
Type
Publication, Code of practice
Status
Final
Cost
Free
Language
English
Tags
  • ISBN 978-1-74359-608-1
  • ID OEH20140324
  • File PDF 400KB
  • Pages 11
  • Name horse-riding-in-parks-code-of-practice-140324.pdf


This code was prepared in collaboration with the Office of Environment and Heritage and several horse riding and conservation groups. Information in the code concerning the care and management of horses has been endorsed by the Australian Horse Alliance, the Australian Trail Horse Riders Association and the NSW Endurance Riders Association.

Hendra virus

A small number of Hendra virus occurrences have been confirmed in northern New South Wales and Queensland. There are national parks and reserves between Sydney and Queensland that allow horse riding and may also support flying fox colonies or roost sites, either in the reserve or nearby.

Horse riders should avoid riding or camping in close proximity to flying fox colonies or roost sites. More information is available from the Department of Primary Industries.