bridle path

This term refers to a specific type of right-of-way that is legally or traditionally reserved for equestrian use. While pedestrians often use these paths, the primary designation is for horses, distinguishing them from footpaths (exclusive to walkers) or highways (open to motorized vehicles).

In a legal or land-management context, the term carries a connotation of rural heritage and conservation. It implies a surface that is suitable for hooves—typically dirt, gravel, or grass—rather than paved asphalt, and suggests a slower pace of travel through a natural landscape.