Water for Wild Horses
Horse Water Troughs & Wildlife Watering Systems
Wild horses require consistent access to water, especially in arid environments where natural sources are limited or seasonal. An adult horse typically drinks 20–40 liters of water per day, depending on temperature, activity level, and forage.
Providing a reliable water source for wild horses — whether through a water trough, wildlife guzzler, or drinker system — helps support healthy herds and improve habitat conditions.
Recommended Systems for 1–2 Horses
For smaller groups or low-traffic areas, compact systems provide reliable hydration.
Recommended products:
• Dome-Top 300 Guzzler
• Trough-250
These systems provide dependable water storage and are well-suited for remote areas or limited herd activity.
For 2–4 Horses
For moderate use, increased capacity and access are important.
Recommended products:
• Trough-250
• Drinker-310 Walk-In Style
These systems allow multiple horses to drink at once and are ideal for ranches, open land, and regularly used watering areas.
For 4+ Horses
For larger herds or high-traffic areas, higher-capacity systems ensure consistent water availability.
Recommended products:
• Dome-Top 650 Guzzler
• Drinker-310 Walk-In Style
These systems provide larger water storage and are designed for heavy use and long-term reliability in dry environments.
Trough-250
Best for: Deer, Elk, Domestic Animals, and Bats
Connect this 8 ft trough to your existing plumbed water system, stock tank, or water collection system and provide additional access to water for wildlife, including larger animals such as deer and elk. Can be used for wildlife or domestic animals. Large enough runway for bats. Float-Valve is included and is protected under the escape ramp.
Dome-Top 300 Gallon Guzzler
Best for: Deer, Bird and Small Animals
The heavy-duty, ribbed sidewall construction of the DT-300 gives you the ability to install it either above-ground or in-ground. If you have rocky soil and don’t want to excavate, this is a good choice.
Drinker-310 Large Capacity
Best Use: All Animals. Scalable Capacity System
The Drinker-310 is a walk-in style drinker that draws off a storage tank. Can be used with a float-valve or as part of a "equilibrium system" without a float-valve. Sturdy, reinforced steps and ramp will accommodate elk, deer, bighorn sheep, as well as critters.
This drinker can be installed above-ground or in-ground. A heavy-duty galvanized belly frame provides extra stiffness.
Dome-Top 650 Gallon Guzzler
Best Use: All Animals. Scalable Capacity System
The DT-650 guzzler is a new larger capacity, 650 gallon water source that can be installed above-ground, without excavation, or in-ground.
The drinking area measures 28” x 50” and is sized to accommodate the racks of larger deer or elk. A deck height of 22” allows larger animals to easily drink over the edge. Built-in escape ramp.