This article has been
reprinted with the permission of the Harlan County Journal.
Harlan County Reservoir is home to many tracks and trails, but one has been
specially revamped for horses and hikers alone.
The trail begins at Alma Vista, complete with hitching
posts to accommodate up to 20 horses.
The first two-hour loop leads riders up on the bluffs
looking out on the lake and is called Frazier Loop (named after the first
project manager Bill Frazier). This initial part of the trail is
well-established and suitable for novice riders and hikers.
The second loop, Bailey Loop (named after the third
project manager), goes by Bailey Pond on the south end of Coyote Canyon.
Although riders can discern the trail on Bailey Loop,
the path is not burned into the ground as well as the first route.
Continuing on the Bailey Loop adds another two hours to the ride.
Trail riders have the option of following the flagged
trial or making their own path alongside the lake.
ATVs, dirt and mountain bikes are strictly forbidden on
the trail as they pose a danger to horses and riders.
