Current News
Check out our events calendar for all upcoming events at the BSHP!
Upcoming Events:
September 9-10th: WE Under the Big Sky #2
September 17th: BSHP H/J Schooling Show
September 23rd: Flying Colors Mini-Event #2
October 1st: Halloween Omoksee
October 4-8th: WE Western Zone Championship
October 14th: Managing Horses on Small Acreage
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Also, did you know that you don't need a horse to be a park member? Check out our Non-Rider Annual Membership!
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Sat, Sep 23MissoulaSep 23, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MDTMissoula, 3500 North Ave W, Missoula, MT 59804, USASep 23, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MDTMissoula, 3500 North Ave W, Missoula, MT 59804, USAThe Flying Colors Mini-Events are some of the longest running events and most important park fundraising activities. Horse and rider pairs must complete three phases together; dressage, cross country and stadium jumping. It's fun to do and to spectate!
Sun, Oct 01Big Sky Horse ParkOct 01, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMBig Sky Horse Park, 3500 North Ave W, Missoula, MT 59804, USAOct 01, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMBig Sky Horse Park, 3500 North Ave W, Missoula, MT 59804, USAO-Mok-See is a common term used in the Western United States for events in the sport of pattern horse racing. The BSHP will host four O-mok-sees this year; June 10th, July 22nd, August 20th, and the Halloween O-mok-see on October 1st . Youth and new riders are highly encouraged!
Wed, Oct 04Big Sky Horse ParkOct 04, 7:00 AM MDT – Oct 08, 5:00 PM MDTBig Sky Horse Park, 3500 North Ave W, Missoula, MT 59804, USA
Tue, Oct 10MissoulaOct 10, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM MDTMissoula, 3720 N Reserve St, Missoula, MT 59808, USA
Sat, Oct 14MissoulaOct 14, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM MDTMissoula, 1075 South Ave W, Missoula, MT 59801, USAOct 14, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM MDTMissoula, 1075 South Ave W, Missoula, MT 59801, USAThe Missoula Horse Council and the Missoula Conservation District have partnered with Horses for Clean Water to bring you a unique educational event to help optimize your horse property! Join us in-person or remote! All proceeds benefit the Big Sky Horse Park.
About the Facilities
The Big Sky Horse Park was founded in 1982 by the Missoula Horse Council and stewarded to this day by volunteers. A board of 13 members meets monthly to discuss the park's events, maintenance, and policies. If you would like to get involved, please contact the board at bshpdirector@gmail.com! Check out the events calendar to find details on the next board meeting.
The 90 acre Big Sky Horse Park (BSHP, formerly “Missoula Equestrian Park”) is bordered by a 1.7 mile perimeter trail, which acts as a boundary for the facility’s many features. These include:
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Arenas:
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Main Arena (150’ x 300’) with Announcer Stand/Office & PA System
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2 Regulation Dressage Arenas
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Western Events Arena (175’ x 300’)
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Martin Briggman 4-H Arena (100’ x 200’)
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Complete Cross-Country Jump Course (Smurf/Intro through Modified-Training levels)
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Quarter Mile Sand Track for more vigorous equine workouts
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Obstacle Course elements
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50’ Round Pen
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50 Permanent Stalls with a wash rack, overnight parking and RV hook-ups
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Restroom
BSHP Members enjoy the facilities for a small, annual fee. Non-members may pay a day fee for single day use. Please note that there is an additional fee for use of the cross-country course. All BSHP amenities are available for rent to both equestrian and non-equestrian groups alike.
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Contact
3500 North Avenue W.
Missoula, MT 59804
PO Box 3841
Missoula, MT 59806