![Title: "Unexpected Equestrians: Horseback Riders Spotted in Northeast D.C."
Published June 5, 2025 at 9:45 AM
“Dear PoPville,
I saw a dude (not a cop) riding a horse on H and 12th NE last night.”
Thanks to Elliot for sending the photo above: “there are 4 people on horseback riding down H…” Col. also caught them in action in Shaw: “anyone know why there are horses galloping through 7th & RI NW?”
Commenters have previously noted: “There are groups of horse owners in PG County that ride into the city regularly, especially on the weekends.”
Have a delightful scroll here of some of the action over the years.
And if you catch them one night, please send photos to me at [email protected] or on our socials @PoPville – thanks!](https://i2.wp.com/www.popville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_1456.jpg?w=696&resize=696,0&ssl=1 "Title: \"Unexpected Equestrians: Horseback Riders Spotted in Northeast D.C.\"
Published June 5, 2025 at 9:45 AM
“Dear PoPville,
I saw a dude (not a cop) riding a horse on H and 12th NE last night.”
Thanks to Elliot for sending the photo above: “there are 4 people on horseback riding down H…” Col. also caught them in action in Shaw: “anyone know why there are horses galloping through 7th & RI NW?”
Commenters have previously noted: “There are groups of horse owners in PG County that ride into the city regularly, especially on the weekends.”
Have a delightful scroll here of some of the action over the years.
And if you catch them one night, please send photos to me at [email protected] or on our socials @PoPville – thanks!")
The article discusses sightings of horseback riders in urban areas of Washington, D.C., specifically mentioning incidents at H and 12th NE and 7th and Rhode Island NW. Observers have noted that these riders are not law enforcement but rather local horse owners from nearby Prince George’s County who frequently ride into the city, particularly on weekends.
Photos shared by readers illustrate these unexpected equestrian encounters, highlighting a unique aspect of city life. The article encourages readers to contribute their own sightings by sending photos to the publication.
Overall, the piece captures the charm and surprise of seeing horses in a bustling urban environment, inviting community engagement and sharing of experiences.
