Georgetown Parks & Recreation

Equestrian Center Rentals

If you are interested in renting the obstacle course, equestrian pavilion and/or round pen, or hosting an event in this area, please contact us at gareypark@georgetown.org.

Amenities within the Equestrian Center may be rented altogether or separately. A rental agreement is required for all equestrian rentals. Additional permits may be required. A Park Event Permit is required for all special event rentals with paid attendees, fundraisers, or if services are provided for attendees. A City of Georgetown Special Event Permit may also be required if event meets additional requirements.

General Rental Policies

  • Rental fees are due at the time of reservation.
  • Rental fees do not include park entry.
  • Commercialization is not allowed without prior approval and agreement with the City.

Arena Rentals

Garey Park features a 100-foot-by-200-foot uncovered equestrian arena. The arena is open for public use during park hours unless previously reserved.

Arena Rental Fees

  • $10/hour Resident
  • $20/hour Nonresident

Hourly rental fees have a max rental time of three hours per renter.

Annual pass holders receive a 20% discount on arena rentals.

Equestrian Pavilion

The equestrian pavilion is the covered area connected to the restroom facility and includes one picnic table. The pavilion is open for public use during park hours unless previously reserved.

Half Day Rental Fees (5 hours)

  • $50 Resident
  • $65 Nonresident

*Fee is doubled for Full Day rentals; Full Day rental time is 8 a.m. until 30 minutes prior to the posted closing time.

Obstacle Course

The obstacle course consists of 12 elements that challenge a horse and rider and provides a unique opportunity for equestrians. The obstacle course is open for public use during park hours unless previously reserved.

Half Day Rental Fees (5 hours)

  • $50 Resident
  • $65 Nonresident

*Fee is doubled for Full Day rentals; Full Day rental time is 8 a.m. until 30 minutes prior to the posted closing time.

Round Pen

The round pen is 60 feet in diameter and located in the grassy area to the right of the arena. The round pen is open for public use during park hours unless previously reserved.

Half Day Rental Fees (5 hours)

  • $25 Resident
  • $30 Nonresident

*Fee is doubled for Full Day rentals; Full Day rental time is 8 a.m. until 30 minutes prior to the posted closing time.

Equestrian Center Rules

  1. Adult supervision required.
  2. Smoking is prohibited.
  3. For safety of horses and riders, no running or yelling in equestrian area.
  4. All horses must be under physical control at all times. Physical control may include tether, ties, leaders, or appropriate enclosures.
  5. Please do not leave your horse unattended in any area including riding arena.
  6. Horses will be ridden at a safe speed around pedestrians and in shared spaces.
  7. Please be courteous of other riders, guests, and their animals.
  8. Keep horses on equestrian trails only.
  9. Horse owners are responsible for properly disposing of manure in the parking area.
  10. Children age 15 and under must be supervised by an adult at all times.
  11. For safety of horses and riders, no running or yelling in equestrian area.
  12. Restore all areas where horses are tied to as natural appearance as possible.
  13. Horses are not to consume any natural vegetation within the park.
  14. No commercial or business activities allowed in the park, unless authorized by the City of Georgetown.
  15. In cases of an emergency, call 911 immediately and notify park staff at 512-930-6800.
  16. All equestrian users are required to show proof of negative Coggins test.