Salinketo Horseback Riding Trail

Trail usage time

Horseback riding is allowed on the trail annually between 16 February and 31 October. Between November and February, the area is used by the Rauma Hunters’ Association, and horseback riding is prohibited during this time.

The trail is intended for use by all riders. For example, riding schools can offer their own riding services on the trail. There is no reservation system on the trail.

Trail and parking area

The riding trail is reached via Rokintie. The riding trail parking area is located at the beginning of Säikäntie and is designed for six horse-trailer combinations. There are also 7 parking spaces in the parking area. Vehicle combinations must be parked so that others can drive past.

The starting point of the riding trail is in the parking area (Säikäntie 10). The trail is signposted and marked on the trees with orange paint marks. The direction of the riding is clockwise. The total length of the riding trail is 3,8 km, but if you wish, you can ride a shorter route of either 1,3 km or 2,5 km. Routes of different lengths can also be combined.

In addition to walking, you can also trot or gallop on the trail, if conditions permit. An actual gallop section has been built in the middle of the route, which is 320 m long. It is safer for a horse to move faster on the gallop section, because the fairway has a grippy stone ash surface and better space (the hoof groove is 2 m wide). Walking is prohibited on the gallop section and walkers have been directed to take another route past the gallop straight.

Shared use of the trail

Everyone moves on the trail at their own risk. Trail users should note that there is no winter maintenance or lighting on the trail.

Walking and dog walking are permitted on the trail, but dogs must be on a leash.

Mountain biking is prohibited on the trail, as horses may be scared of them.

Riding trail rules

• Horse riding is permitted between 16 February to 31 October.
• Everyone rides at the trail at their own risk. There is no winter maintenance or lighting on the trail.
• The trail is intended for riding. Walking and walking a dog on a leash are permitted.
• Mountain biking is prohibited on the trail.
• The direction of riding on the trail is clockwise, only on the connecting path is it permitted to move in both directions.
• Use safety equipment when riding and walking a horse.
• Use reflectors and lights in the dark and at dusk.
• Good horsemanship must be observed when handling horses and the horse must be manageable.
• Depending on your own riding skills and the conditions, you can proceed on the trail at a trot or gallop in addition to walking.
• There is a 320 m long galloping straight in the middle of the trail, where walking is prohibited.
• Pass any horse or other person you encounter while walking and say hello.

Emergency instructions

If the rider is injured:

Check the situation: Make sure the injured rider is safe and away from the horse. If the rider is conscious, make sure they are not seriously injured.

Call for help: If the rider is unconscious or unable to move, call 112.

Give first aid: If you can, give first aid to the injured person. Do not move them if you suspect a serious injury.

Keep calm: Stay calm and reassure the injured person.

If the horse runs away:

Stay calm: Do not run after the horse, as this can scare it further.

Notify the stable: Tell the stable that the horse has escaped.

Find the horse: Try to find the horse calmly and call it by name. Ask for additional help in the search.

Notify the authorities: If the horse is in danger of being hit by traffic, notify the police (112).