Annual Trail Ride
Join us for the Annual PVTRA Trail Ride
Get ready for an unforgettable experience preserving Black Western Heritage and celebrating agriculture, equine traditions, and community fellowship. The Prairie View Trail Ride Association (PVTRA) welcomes riders of all levels to join us on a multi-day trail ride from Hempstead to Downtown Houston, culminating in the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Parade!
Download Registration Forms & Rules
Before participating, please ensure you have completed all necessary forms and reviewed the official rules and guidelines.
- Registration Form (Required)
- HLSR Indemnity Form (Required)
- PVTRA Rules of Participation
- PVTRA Trail Guide
- PVTRA Activity Schedule
Completed forms must be submitted by Tuesday, 2/25/25. Please reach out to info@pvtra.org with any questions about the forms.
Important: Equine Body Condition Score Compliance
All participating horses must meet the minimum body condition standards as recommended by the PVTRA veterinarian committee. If a horse is deemed unfit (below the acceptable condition score), it will not be allowed on the ride.
Please review the Equine Body Condition Score (BCS) guidelines here: Download BCS Reference.
This ensures the safety and well-being of both horses and riders throughout the journey. Thank you for your cooperation!
Trail Route & Rest Stops
Our journey begins in Hempstead on February 22, 2025 and continues daily through scenic back roads until we reach Houston’s Memorial Park on February 28. We conclude with the Downtown Parade on March 1. See the map below for key rest stops and campsites.
Campsite Locations & Dates
| Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 22 (Sat) | 43242 Lewisville Rd, Hempstead, TX | Kickoff & Registration |
| Feb 23 (Sun) | 21891 FM 1098, Prairie View, TX | Live Zydeco Band |
| Feb 24 (Mon) | 21891 FM 1098, Prairie View, TX | Chili Cook-off |
| Feb 25 (Tue) | Zube Park – 17560 Roberts Rd, Hockley, TX | *Registration Deadline* |
| Feb 26 (Wed) | Traders Village – 7979 N. Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX | |
| Feb 27 (Thu) | Community of Faith Church – 1024 Pinemont Dr, Houston, TX | |
| Feb 28 (Fri) | Memorial Park – Memorial Dr & Picnic Lane, Houston, TX | |
| Mar 1 (Sat) | Downtown Rodeo Parade |
For more detailed daily schedules, download the 2025 Trail Guide.
Additional Questions?
Contact us at info@pvtra.org or call us at
(281) 406-0828.
We can’t wait to see you on the trail!
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