Welcome to the Equestrian Trail Series! Located within the Kern River Parkway, the Equestrian Trail parallels the paved bike path but on the north side of the Kern River. Take a hike or a bike and enjoy this trail less traveled!
ACCESS: From the Enos Lane bike path parking lot and equestrian staging area, follow the bike path east for a quarter mile. Take the dirt road north which will lead you to the gate with a step through for pedestrian/equestrian access.
Bold Venture
Bold Venture was an American Thoroughbred racehorse that won the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes in 1936. Without achieving a single stakes win, Bold Venture was entered into the Kentucky Derby held at 20-1 odds. As soon as the gates opened, the favorite, Brevity, was knocked to its knees as a big scrum of racing horses made the start of the race tough for all participants. Bold Venture managed to find running room and by the backstretch had taken the lead. Brevity recovered early on and broke free of the pack and came charging after Bold Venture. However, Bold Venture crossed the finish line first.