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Best Equestrian Camping near Gray Mountain, AZ

379 Reviews

Little Elden Springs Horsecamp provides the primary equestrian camping option near Gray Mountain, Arizona. The campground features 15 pull-through sites specifically designated for horse and mule owners, with many sites large enough to accommodate four-horse living quarters trailers. The campground maintains seven water points distributed throughout the property for convenient horse watering. Facilities include a new pit toilet building constructed in 2022. The campground operates on a reservation system and is exclusively for campers with horses or mules. The camp host keeps the sites in excellent condition, maintaining clean facilities throughout the camping season. The outhouse facilities rank among the cleanest available at equestrian campgrounds in the region.

Trail access directly from the campground provides riders with numerous riding opportunities. The surrounding Coconino National Forest offers extensive bridle trails suitable for day rides of varying lengths and difficulty levels. Riders can explore scenic trails through pine forests and high meadows ideal for wildlife viewing. Trail conditions remain well-maintained according to visitor reports, making for enjoyable riding experiences directly from camp. The campground's location provides a convenient base for exploring the greater Flagstaff area's equestrian trail system while still being within reasonable driving distance to the Grand Canyon for day trips. Campers should note that while basic amenities are available, the campground focuses primarily on providing essential services for horse camping rather than luxury accommodations.

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Gray Mountain, Arizona (10)

    1. Mather Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    205 Reviews
    Grand Canyon, AZ
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $6 - $50 / night

    "Adjacent to horse site but wasn’t an issue. Bathrooms with toilets were close but showers were very far and pricey at $2.50 for 5 min."

    "If you want to camp relatively close to the rim of the Grand Canyon, this is the spot."

    2. Trailer Village RV Park — Grand Canyon National Park

    64 Reviews
    Grand Canyon, AZ
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 638-1006

    "Full hook ups, clean bathrooms (the shower was not open when we visited) Grocery store, deli, and restaurant are also only a few minutes walk away. Elk and deer in the campground in the morning."

    "The spots are quite large and we were lucky enough to get one with a large treed area next to it. Full hookups and all."

    3. Williams-Circle Pines KOA

    30 Reviews
    Williams, AZ
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 635-2626

    "This KOA is very clean and has ton's of amenities on site, very nice showers and bathrooms, some of the amenities are mini golf, pan for gems, trails, go karts, peddle cars, playground, laundry room, store"

    "Lots of forest roads to play on near by as well if you have off-road toys."

    4. Saddle Mountain (Kaibab NF)

    25 Reviews
    North Rim, AZ
    48 miles
    Website

    "Right on the edge of the Canyon, watching the Arizona sunrises every morning. It was truly heaven on earth."

    "I can def see where in rain or snow you'd need 4WD and a little offroading capability. We arrived around 4 pm and all but the spots along the rim were gone."

    5. Fort Tuthill Luke AFB Recreation Area

    21 Reviews
    Flagstaff, AZ
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (623) 856-3401

    $10 - $25 / night

    "All amenities are shared so we had access to a large playground, basketball and volleyball courts, the store, and the bathhouse."

    "Nice campground if you are staying close to conveniences of Flagstaff or to watch a concert at Pepsi amphitheater. We got a group site, 5 vehicles and 6 or 7 tents. We had plenty of space!"

    6. Canyon Vista Campground

    18 Reviews
    Flagstaff, AZ
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 526-0866

    $30 - $22 / night

    "It's remarkably close to the city, Flagstaff, but tucked away in the forest, it feels remote. We went in June 2019, and it wasn't crowded at all. The hosts were absolutely wonderful."

    "Good forest service camp close to Flagstaff. Sites are spread out and there were a variety of camper types there. Can hike or rock climb nearby. Price is now $26."

    7. Clear Creek Area Dispersed — Grand Canyon National Park

    16 Reviews
    Grand Canyon, AZ
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 638-2443

    "Parked & Hiked In Very Primitive located next to creek sandy Campsite with Primitive Stone Fire Pit"

    "Close to tons of activities, lots of hiking, wildlife, water sports. Campsite itself is nice, similar to many National Park Service and National Forest Service sites I've been to."

    8. FR 151 Dispersed Camping

    1 Review
    Bellemont, AZ
    29 miles

    9. Little Elden Springs Horsecamp

    2 Reviews
    Flagstaff, AZ
    33 miles
    Website

    $34 / night

    "The Little Elden Springs Horse Campground is a reservation HORSE/MULE ONLY campground. There are 15 pull-through sites, many that can accommodate 4-horse live-n trailers."

    "Nice trails"

    10. 5430 Snow Bowl

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    Flagstaff, AZ
    33 miles
    +1 (928) 637-8952

    $80 - $100 / night

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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Gray Mountain, AZ

379 Reviews of 10 Gray Mountain Campgrounds

  • Denee H.
    Jul. 12, 2023

    Williams-Circle Pines KOA

    Horrible place

    This place is a scam! The spots are literally on top of each other. From the front door of your trailer you have 4 feet and then your stepping on someone's sewage line. Then they market all kinds of amenities but they are never even open. The golf carts are only from Thursday at 3 through Sunday. The Cafe is only open Friday through Sunday. The horses... they have a few and there is only 1 ride a day, if you can get a reservation. They have the INDOOR pool closed for the"weather"... it was sunny outside. Not that it is that great anyway. It is so small that you can barely walk around the pool much less sit down. The deck around it is also dirty disgusting. If your looking for somewhere quiet to relax and camp, DON'T go here. It's like grand central station and all you hear at night is the highway. If I was prepared to dry camp, I would have left the second I got there and camped in the woods. Don't let the website fool you like it did me. It was a waste of my vacation.

  • D
    May. 24, 2023

    Mather Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    Great quiet dark!

    We did group camping at site 6 in the Sage Loop. Site was spacious with great stone picnic tables and plenty of room. Adjacent to horse site but wasn’t an issue. Bathrooms with toilets were close but showers were very far and pricey at $2.50 for 5 min. The campground is very dark which is great for star gazing but tricky for getting around at night.

  • R
    Aug. 20, 2023

    Little Elden Springs Horsecamp

    A Wonderful Equatrian Campground

    The Little Elden Springs Horse Campground is a reservation HORSE/MULE ONLY campground. There are 15 pull-through sites, many that can accommodate 4-horse live-n trailers. There is a new pit toilet building as of 2022 and 7 water points around the campus.

    Here is a link to a video I made of the campground.

    https://youtu.be/qtEmtsXoUi0

  • Taylor The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Saddle Mountain (Kaibab NF)

    HEAVEN ON EARTH

    Most amazing experience we’ve ever had tent camping. Right on the edge of the Canyon, watching the Arizona sunrises every morning. It was truly heaven on earth.

  • Johnny S.
    May. 9, 2023

    Mather Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    I’ve camped here at least 25 times

    If you want to camp relatively close to the rim of the Grand Canyon, this is the spot. For “car camping” these are very spacious sites, all close proximity to a nearby restroom with flushing toilets, and also drinking water. Near the main entrance to the campground is a shower and laundry facility, should you need them. And a roughly 15-20 min walk to the rim. Or catch one of the frequent free shuttles. Also frequent elk wander the area and often pass right through your site.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 25, 2021

    Trailer Village RV Park — Grand Canyon National Park

    20 minute walk to canyon rim

    Yes, it is a bit pricy at $65 per night, but it is only 20 minutes to the canyon rim ! The sites are a little close together, but there was enough space for everyone and everything. I’ve been to campgrounds that are a lot tighter. Full hook ups, clean bathrooms (the shower was not open when we visited) Grocery store, deli, and restaurant are also only a few minutes walk away. Elk and deer in the campground in the morning. I even saw wild horses one morning on my walk to the canyon.

  • Will M.
    Jun. 12, 2017

    Mather Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    Mather Point Campground

    I consider myself some what ocd when it comes to preparing for camping trips, although on this occasion, of all things to forget, the tent was left behind! That's all part of the adventure though, right? Great location, close to the rim of the canyon, convienent bathrooms although the shower was a bit of a walk from the campsite. How can you complain about having access to a shower though when camping? Overall, great experience.

  • J
    Sep. 11, 2023

    Trailer Village RV Park — Grand Canyon National Park

    Very disappointing

    You will most likely stay here, but hopefully this will prepare you more for it. It is the only place in the park with hookups, so people are “forced” to stay there because of the location.

    It is very expensive, the campground itself is very crowded and you get little privacy. There is a limited amount of toilets. They say there is a shower, but this is a 15-20 min walk from the campground, the same for the laundry. They say there is wifi, but there is no wifi. We were lucky to stay in the B-loop, meaning we were close to the exit, but you might end up on the other side of the camp, and that is quite the walk to the entrance.

    We were waken up at 4am by the garbage truck…

    We were looking forward to staying here but found ourselves very disappointed

  • Tammy G.
    Jun. 30, 2021

    Saddle Mountain (Kaibab NF)

    Excellent Views

    We ventured up the mountain for a single night of camping on son's Senior road trip. We made it up pretty easily in a 2019 Ford Expedition. The road was pretty bumpy in areas. I can def see where in rain or snow you'd need 4WD and a little offroading capability. We arrived around 4 pm and all but the spots along the rim were gone. We got the last spot on opposite side of road which was fine for our needs. So if you want the step out tent/van view, get there early. We camped there in mid June and it was still 39 that night with a nice breeze. Stunning sunset and sunrise. Super friendly fellow campers. Everyone just mingled and chatted and then all settled in for the evening. Few people came in close to sunset but peak was full. There are many disperse spots down the mountain so dont freak out if get to top and full...wont have to drive ALL the way back down. One way trip up took us about 45 mins.

Guide to Gray Mountain

Horse camping in Arizona offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and equestrian-friendly facilities, making it a perfect getaway for riders and their horses.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy the scenic trails at Little Elden Springs Horsecamp, where well-maintained paths cater specifically to horse riders.
  • Experience the breathtaking views and wildlife at Saddle Mountain (Kaibab NF), a spot known for its serene atmosphere and proximity to the Grand Canyon.
  • Explore the diverse terrain around Canyon Vista Campground, which offers access to trails suitable for both horses and hikers.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like hitching posts

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Gray Mountain, AZ is Mather Campground — Grand Canyon National Park with a 4.5-star rating from 205 reviews.

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