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All photo creditsHorseback riding in Illinois
- 24 riding establishments
- 3 riding areas
- Rides from $38
- 2-hour ride: $80 to $90
- 2 dude ranches
Illinois riding ranges from the forested hills and sandstone bluffs of the far south to prairie and river valleys. Shawnee National Forest, around Eddyville, draws trail riders to the River to River Trail and to horse camps with cabins and stalls. Kankakee River and Jubilee College state parks have equestrian trails, and the Cook County forest preserves keep bridle trails near Chicago. Guided trail rides, lessons and carriage rides are on offer.
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