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BRLT’s Next Gen committee invites horseback riders and bicyclists to join BRLT for the 3rd annual Burnt Fork Poker Ride! The purpose of the ride is to raise awareness of BRLT’s mission by giving our community an opportunity to get an on-the-ground look at landowner-driven conservation in the Burnt Fork.
This is also an opportunity to educate recreationists how to safely encounter horses on trails. With an abundance of trail opportunities open to horses, bikers and hikers in our valley, this is a great time to remind everyone how to safely share trails with ALL users before heading out on summer adventures!
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: Horses start at 9:30 AM with safety meeting, start ride at 10 AM (route is ~3.5 miles)
Bike riders start ride at 11 AM (route is 10 miles)
Location: Start/Finish at Lazy Burnt Fork Ranch, 1196 Middle Burnt Fork Road, Stevensville, Montana
Cost: $20 donation buys you entry and 1st poker hand; purchase additional poker hands for $10/each
Food: Double K Food Truck burgers available for purchase
Beverages: Local beer and kombucha available for purchase
Parking: Horse trailer parking is located in a large field next to the start/finish area
What to expect for horse/mule riders: During the ride, you and your horse will encounter cattle, a water crossing (see below), and possible deer/other wildlife. The route winds up through grass, dirt and sagebrush with a stretch of moderate incline that takes you to the top of a bench. A portion of the trail has rocks.
Water crossing for horses
Bike Ride Route (below)
Horseback Rider Route (below)
