"You can see what Man has made from the back of an automobile. But the best way to see what God has made is from the back of a horse." — Charles M. Russell

Horsepacking trips take you into the nether reaches of pristine wilderness beyond the reach of civilization — and even hikers — with a lot less effort on your part. The horse does the work and rather than watching your feet every step of the way, you get to watch the scenery.

Sit up and enjoy the scenery

Outfitters choose surefooted horses for these trips, and it's not uncommon that people come away from horsepacking with a newfound love and respect for these companionable, dependable animals that carry them safely through beautiful places they couldn't see otherwise, like parks, jungles, mountains, and canyons. There's a special magic to sitting atop a gentle horse as he climbs to new heights in California's Sierra, splashes through creeks, and pauses to look out over the valley with you.

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Article © Lin Sutherland

About the Author: Lin Sutherland is a writer and owner/operator of a horse ranch near Austin, Texas, where she teaches riding and natural horsemanship. Her writing has appeared in Field and Stream, Outdoor Photographer, Caribbean Travel and Life, Woman's Day, and other publications.