Horse Hill
I come into the peace of wild things
who do not tax their lives with forethought
of grief. I come into the presence of still water.
And I feel above me the day-blind stars
waiting with their light. For a time
I rest in the grace of the world, and am free.
-Wendell Berry
Nestled in the heart of Marin County, California, lies a picturesque open space area known as Horse Hill Preserve. This unique and beautiful expanse is located in Mill Valley, CA, and is home to privately owned horses that roam free on the rolling hills, creating a stunning and idyllic landscape.
While there are many open spaces and parks in Marin County, Horse Hill is unparalleled in its beauty and charm. The views from the hilltops are breathtaking, offering stunning panoramas of the surrounding hills and valleys. The hills themselves are dotted with greenery, wildflowers, and gentle slopes that attract horse lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. As visitors explore the hills, they may come across a group of horses grazing peacefully or galloping freely on the gentle slopes. It is truly a unique experience to witness these magnificent animals living in a true herd, in harmony with their natural surroundings.
Horses first caught my attention as a small child, and they continue to fascinate me today. Until visiting HH Preserve, I’d never seen herd behavior and hierarchy in action before, and it’s just enthralling to watch. To see a true herd facing the elements together, as nature intended, never ceases to inspire me creatively.
It is within the sanctuary of nature that we can "rest in the grace of the world" and find a sense of freedom and peace from the frenzied pace of our world today.